Nick Chubb NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Cleveland Browns' Pick

POSITIVES

—Chubb has the size and power to be an effective runner between the tackles and picks through trash well to find rushing lanes.

—He understands how to run under his pads and will get below tacklers with his naturally low center of gravity, which also aids him as a power runner.

—He has a violence to his running style that shows up with stiff arms and lowered shoulders that make him a great fit in the AFC or NFC North.

—Is a natural runner that is ideal for an inside-zone scheme and has the ball security to excel there.

—Chubb was a team captain at Georgia and is well-regarded as an excellent leader and locker room influence

NEGATIVES

—Had reconstructive knee surgery in 2015.

—Lacks explosiveness and speed to turn the corner, as seen in the national title game.

—Does not have the agility or burst to shake defenders and can be limited to a power runner role.

—Chubb has not been an active threat on third downs and doesn't bring obvious value to the table as a pass-catcher.

OVERALL

In the right scheme, Chubb can be a Day 1 starter if he's asked to pound the ball between the tackles and not be a slasher or a receiver out of the backfield. The issue is that the NFL is trending toward more speed at the position, and Chubb's lack of burst and injury history make him a concern despite the fact that he's a great football player.

GRADE: 6.70 (Mid-Round 2)

PRO COMPARISON: Jay Ajayi, Philadelphia Eagles