Sony Michel NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for New England Patriots Pick

POSITIVES

—A talented runner and receiver with a proven versatile skill set.

—Played well against major competition in the SEC and in the College Football Playoff.

—Has the speed to turn the corner and rip off chunk plays against NFL speed.

—Michel has the power to run through contact.

—Vision and the ability to find running lanes looks well-developed, but he'll also lower his head and run hard when the hole isn't there.

NEGATIVES

—Was not a true starter at Georgia and his running mates all had similar success. System questions exist.

—Dominated while running left behind first-round prospect Isaiah Wynn.

—Can be tight-hipped at times and doesn't show much shake or wiggle in his game.

—Might wear down quickly because of his aggressive running style.

—His film shows more fumbles than you'd like from a powerful runner.

OVERALL

Michel was overshadowed at times by Nick Chubb but broke out in 2017. He looks like he'll make an easy transition to a starter role in the NFL and has the power to be a bell-cow-type back.

Sony Michel RB NFL Draft

GRADE: 6.99 (Round 2)

PRO COMPARISON: Alvin Kamara, New Orleans Saints