With the 143rd pick in the 2020 PGSF NFL Mock Draft the Philadelphia Eagles select Eno Benjamin
Eno Benjamin RB ASU
Ingram cant play forever and Benjamin is an intriguing talent
By Lance Zierlein
Devin Singletary
Overview
Slightly undersized three-down option with unorthodox running style that can keep everyone on the field guessing, including his own team. Benjamin thrives when runs go off schedule but also has a habit of taking them off schedule prematurely. His elusiveness is always on display, but he's a competitive, tough runner when it is time to get down. Benjamin needs a spread-based running game that allows for more space and freedom but must become more decisive as an NFL back. He offers value in a dual run-catch capacity on Day 2 (Rounds 2-3).
Strengths
· Excellent three-down production as starter
· When you think he's tackled, he's not
· Eludes, accelerates and escapes
· Changes speed to manipulate edge and turn the corner
· Eliminates overpursuit with cutbacks
· Runs with excellent competitive streak inside/outside
· Staccato footwork to slalom around traffic
· Hard-nosed, with plenty of pop as finisher
· Alters platform, making him a slippery tackle target
· Effective pass catcher and hard to guard out of backfield
· Knows where to be and makes an effort in pass pro
Weaknesses
· Noticeable drop in production from 2018
· Could take time adjusting to a pro-style rush attack
· Feels unsure when approaching the muck
· One-cut opportunities turn into a series of moves
· Spends too much time setting up LBs instead of bursting past
· Hip tightness restricts sharpness of downhill cuts
· Takes on heavy collisions too often
· Occasional focus drops on easy catch attempts