Watching his tapes from last season, I'm pleasantly surprised how good he is. He checks all the boxes: He can run with power and has excellent yards after contact, he has exceptional vision, he has quick feet and he makes people miss without breaking stride, he's not a burner but he has more than enough speed to bounce plays to the outside. He has patience and when he sees a crease, he hits it in a hurry. Long gainers are a real possibility. He is extremely smooth in his movements. He combines quickness, smarts and power...he plays bigger than his listed 215 pounds and runs faster than his timed 4.6.
He has soft hands and will be a plus player in the passing game. He is a very physical blocker and you can see him out in front on some of Watson's keepers delivering some punishing blocks. How soon will he getting his touches? A lot will depend on his ability to pick up blitzes. I was very impressed with his awareness in this regard. His technique wasn't always ideal, but he didn't miss a pickup that I saw. If you watch the very last play of the Florida State tape, you'll see as a good a blitz pickup from him as you could want.
Check out the 2016 South Carolina tape on the same site. He really shows off his running skills.
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Could do a lot worse in round 4. I think he could make a nice complimentary player - or he could flame out. We'll see.
This, and the fact that, for a smaller back, he runs with power. You have to wonder if that running style will lend itself to a lengthy career, unless you're built like Fournette.
I hear that was a problem of his in college.. Otherwise he looked good.. But in this offense pass protection is a big deal.. May be someone who watched him regularly can chime in about his pass blocking skills.
Gallman has more than enough lateral agility to make people miss in the hole, and he has superb vision. His game will definitely translate. He ran a tough schedule and was very productive. The only question with Gallman is if he'll be a good NFL RB, a very good NFL RB, or a star. I think he'll be in that very good category. His game is very well-rounded and he can play all three downs, AND serve as the goal line back. There's really a lot to like here. I think the best comp in the NFL right now for him is the guy Charles Davis mentioned when he was drafted, and that's Devontae Freeman in Atlanta. Perkins and Gallman will be 1a and 1b, and not necessarily in that order.
He's our biggest back, at least per NFLDraftScout.
He's listed at 6'0'' 215. Draughn is listed at 5'11'' 213. Darkwa is listed at 5'11'' 212. Vereen is listed at 5'10'' 210. Perkins is listed at 5'10'' 208.
If Gallman adds some weight he can be a bit more of a bruiser than who we have already.
He's decisive and is a good one cut slashing runner. He doesn't have a great deal of power, but he does have good balance and gets a lot of yards at the second level by breaking arm tackles and staying on his feet, he doesn't have the power to get much at the line of scrimmage.
He's the type of runner that needs a crease and some space to be successful, which concerns me. As others have said, I see him as a younger Jenkins with more juice in his legs.
I do think, eventually, with his small frame, upright style, and hard running that he'll have durability issues. I hope I'm wrong as I like him as a player, he's definitely an "effort" guy that will give all he has.
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Gallman has more than enough lateral agility to make people miss in the hole, and he has superb vision. His game will definitely translate. He ran a tough schedule and was very productive. The only question with Gallman is if he'll be a good NFL RB, a very good NFL RB, or a star. I think he'll be in that very good category. His game is very well-rounded and he can play all three downs, AND serve as the goal line back. There's really a lot to like here. I think the best comp in the NFL right now for him is the guy Charles Davis mentioned when he was drafted, and that's Devontae Freeman in Atlanta. Perkins and Gallman will be 1a and 1b, and not necessarily in that order.
But will Eli be able to throw it? Not his strong suit.
Has quality burst through line of scrimmage to rip through arm tackles and attack the second level. Runs with plus effort every time he touches the ball. Keeps feet grinding through second level contact. Uses shoulders as legitimate weapons of force against would-be tacklers. Creates additional yards through functional wiggle. Good outside-in cuts to defeat contain. Angular runner with build-up speed to win a race around the edge. Hard charging. Trusted option on fourth and short situations. Decisive in the red zone and brings some attitude with him. Finished with 28 rushing touchdowns over last two seasons. Strong second effort near the goal line when his initial charge is stopped. Will offer some help as pass catcher.
WEAKNESSES
Leggy, long-strider. Unable to make sharp, sudden cuts in tight quarters. Extended gear down could cause NFL holes to close on him. Vision becomes restricted when running between tackles. Gives away three sure yards searching along riskier lanes. Lacks finesse in his game. Has bull in china shop running style between tackles. Upright in approach to line of scrimmage. Will allow tacklers under his pads too often. Gets impatient and won't always keep the track behind lead blocker. Below average balance. Can be upended by shoe-string attempts. Not ready for NFL pass protection duties yet.
DRAFT PROJECTION Round 4-5
SOURCES TELL US "A lot of backs do some pretty things with their footwork and it gets people excited and then you find out they aren't tough enough. Give me a guy who can bang like Gallman and let the coaches put him in a position to succeed." -- AFC East area scout
BOTTOM LINE Comes with NFL-ready body and a competitive running style. Gallman has limited instincts as an interior runner and needs lanes rather than creases, but he's physical enough to bang out tough yardage. Gallman runs with pace and shows traits of being a one-cut runner who is better off with focused, pre-set tracks rather than searching for his own. He could be an early contributor in a committee with a future as an eventual starter.
The good news? He'll no be in on pass down for the most part.
He's decisive and is a good one cut slashing runner. He doesn't have a great deal of power, but he does have good balance and gets a lot of yards at the second level by breaking arm tackles and staying on his feet, he doesn't have the power to get much at the line of scrimmage.
He's the type of runner that needs a crease and some space to be successful, which concerns me. As others have said, I see him as a younger Jenkins with more juice in his legs.
I do think, eventually, with his small frame, upright style, and hard running that he'll have durability issues. I hope I'm wrong as I like him as a player, he's definitely an "effort" guy that will give all he has.
To me he looks competent but very ordinary as a college RB. From my experience that usually doesn't translate to an exceptional NFL career. Hope I'm wrong. Nothing bad about his game, nothing outstanding. I just don't see any sizzle.
Could do a lot worse in round 4. I think he could make a nice complimentary player - or he could flame out. We'll see.
That's a good observation. He's very much like a younger Jennings. Our running game has nowhere to go but up and it looks like it will improve significantly.
He does seem to run very upright. Not to many successful NFL backs with that style.
Hope I'm wrong.
That's the only thing that worries me about him at the next level, is getting his pads down and not spending a ton of time on the injured list. As others have mentioned, he is not the home-run hitter, but he is plenty fast.
Perine is the guy i was worried about, in the way of speed at the next level.
Gallman's exposure and the talent at Clemson, at the skill positions, has numbed some people to his level of skill. I'm a fan.
And last year I would've drafted Jordan Howard instead of Paul Perkins, but we got who we got. Let's hope the Giants make the most of them this year.
As far as our RB's go, Perkins with another year under his belt will be improved.....but no one in the backfield really scares DC's....
Clemson is in the ACC not SEC.
From what I read about Mack, he had some serious ball security issues.
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Because he was one of the best NFL ready pass pro blockers at RB in the draft. Maybe THE best.
Gallman has more than enough lateral agility to make people miss in the hole, and he has superb vision. His game will definitely translate. He ran a tough schedule and was very productive. The only question with Gallman is if he'll be a good NFL RB, a very good NFL RB, or a star. I think he'll be in that very good category. His game is very well-rounded and he can play all three downs, AND serve as the goal line back. There's really a lot to like here. I think the best comp in the NFL right now for him is the guy Charles Davis mentioned when he was drafted, and that's Devontae Freeman in Atlanta. Perkins and Gallman will be 1a and 1b, and not necessarily in that order.
Are you watching the same guy. One of the biggest knocks on the guys is his poor pass blocking.
Yup, and some people I've never heard of knocked his pass blocking, but I'll go with Sy'56, from the podcast: "One of the better blockers of this running back class," and his pre-draft write ups were complementary of his pass pro.
Another anonymous scout to NJ.com's Anonymous Scout No. 5
Told to NJ.com's Mark Eckel: "He's pretty good. He's a complete player. He can run, catch and he blocks, He's one guy who can come in and pass protect for you. You don't get a lot of them who are ready to do that." Personally, I've watched him many times, and he's always played like a guy better than the sum of his parts. They say he's not fast, and he breaks off long runs, they say he's not physical enough, and he carries 4 guys for extra yardage. He's a 215 lb back, so look, he's not going to block DEs out there. But he's going to get the job done on blitz pickups more often than not. Overall, I think the Giants are going to love Gallman. I think the quickness and the power are underrated amongst some fans here. He's going to surprise some people.
If Gallman can be productive spelling Perkins I'd consider that a success.
Gallman also played in the SEC which is the closest thing to the NFL you will see in CFB from a speed perspective anyway.
...but it doesn't really matter it's all about Gallman now and we hope he's a stud.
That physical description fits one of the best short yardage / goal line backs in NFL history, Marcus Allen.
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Because he was one of the best NFL ready pass pro blockers at RB in the draft. Maybe THE best.
Gallman has more than enough lateral agility to make people miss in the hole, and he has superb vision. His game will definitely translate. He ran a tough schedule and was very productive. The only question with Gallman is if he'll be a good NFL RB, a very good NFL RB, or a star. I think he'll be in that very good category. His game is very well-rounded and he can play all three downs, AND serve as the goal line back. There's really a lot to like here. I think the best comp in the NFL right now for him is the guy Charles Davis mentioned when he was drafted, and that's Devontae Freeman in Atlanta. Perkins and Gallman will be 1a and 1b, and not necessarily in that order.
Are you watching the same guy. One of the biggest knocks on the guys is his poor pass blocking.
Yup, and some people I've never heard of knocked his pass blocking, but I'll go with Sy'56, from the podcast: "One of the better blockers of this running back class," and his pre-draft write ups were complementary of his pass pro.
Another anonymous scout to NJ.com's Anonymous Scout No. 5
Told to NJ.com's Mark Eckel: "He's pretty good. He's a complete player. He can run, catch and he blocks, He's one guy who can come in and pass protect for you. You don't get a lot of them who are ready to do that." Personally, I've watched him many times, and he's always played like a guy better than the sum of his parts. They say he's not fast, and he breaks off long runs, they say he's not physical enough, and he carries 4 guys for extra yardage. He's a 215 lb back, so look, he's not going to block DEs out there. But he's going to get the job done on blitz pickups more often than not. Overall, I think the Giants are going to love Gallman. I think the quickness and the power are underrated amongst some fans here. He's going to surprise some people.
Bro... He is not a good blocker, If you would watch the tape instead of listening to everybody else the eye test wins every time. he is not stout at the attack point, he gets there fast, but does not hold up, sometimes he attacks with his head down or lungs without setting the block with his arms. He is not blocking DE's or some LB in the NFL, not now at least its going to be a work in progress.
Stop hyping the player because the giants picked him, accept him for his strengths and his flaws and watch him grow, if he is indeed the RB he says people are going to be surprised about.
It would seem like that might change the whole pass protection scenario over the averages with regards to all the pass protectors, runningbacks included.
Perkins looks to have the goods for this and maybe this kid as well.
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Because he was one of the best NFL ready pass pro blockers at RB in the draft. Maybe THE best.
Gallman has more than enough lateral agility to make people miss in the hole, and he has superb vision. His game will definitely translate. He ran a tough schedule and was very productive. The only question with Gallman is if he'll be a good NFL RB, a very good NFL RB, or a star. I think he'll be in that very good category. His game is very well-rounded and he can play all three downs, AND serve as the goal line back. There's really a lot to like here. I think the best comp in the NFL right now for him is the guy Charles Davis mentioned when he was drafted, and that's Devontae Freeman in Atlanta. Perkins and Gallman will be 1a and 1b, and not necessarily in that order.
Are you watching the same guy. One of the biggest knocks on the guys is his poor pass blocking.
Yup, and some people I've never heard of knocked his pass blocking, but I'll go with Sy'56, from the podcast: "One of the better blockers of this running back class," and his pre-draft write ups were complementary of his pass pro.
Another anonymous scout to NJ.com's Anonymous Scout No. 5
Told to NJ.com's Mark Eckel: "He's pretty good. He's a complete player. He can run, catch and he blocks, He's one guy who can come in and pass protect for you. You don't get a lot of them who are ready to do that." Personally, I've watched him many times, and he's always played like a guy better than the sum of his parts. They say he's not fast, and he breaks off long runs, they say he's not physical enough, and he carries 4 guys for extra yardage. He's a 215 lb back, so look, he's not going to block DEs out there. But he's going to get the job done on blitz pickups more often than not. Overall, I think the Giants are going to love Gallman. I think the quickness and the power are underrated amongst some fans here. He's going to surprise some people.
Bro... He is not a good blocker, If you would watch the tape instead of listening to everybody else the eye test wins every time. he is not stout at the attack point, he gets there fast, but does not hold up, sometimes he attacks with his head down or lungs without setting the block with his arms. He is not blocking DE's or some LB in the NFL, not now at least its going to be a work in progress.
Stop hyping the player because the giants picked him, accept him for his strengths and his flaws and watch him grow, if he is indeed the RB he says people are going to be surprised about.
He cited some sources, so it's not like he's just making it up. What if it's your eye test that's off? You are talking like it' s universally accepted that you're right, when write ups about him regarding his blocking seem pretty well mixed.
One area he clearly excelled at in comparison to the likes of Cook, Fournette and even Stanford’s Christian McCaffrey is pass blocking. He took 181 reps in pass protection (third-most in FBS) and yielded just 6 hurries (with no sacks or hits given up), ranking him fourth among returning backs in pass blocking efficiency. This is an impressive feat considering he was just a sophomore, and a marked improvement over his three sacks, two hits and three hurries yielded on just 87 reps as a freshman.
His film in pass protection is even more impressive than the analytics show, as he clearly has a strong understanding of his assignments, and utilizes a variety of techniques to win at the point of attack and keep Watson clean.
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Because he was one of the best NFL ready pass pro blockers at RB in the draft. Maybe THE best.
Gallman has more than enough lateral agility to make people miss in the hole, and he has superb vision. His game will definitely translate. He ran a tough schedule and was very productive. The only question with Gallman is if he'll be a good NFL RB, a very good NFL RB, or a star. I think he'll be in that very good category. His game is very well-rounded and he can play all three downs, AND serve as the goal line back. There's really a lot to like here. I think the best comp in the NFL right now for him is the guy Charles Davis mentioned when he was drafted, and that's Devontae Freeman in Atlanta. Perkins and Gallman will be 1a and 1b, and not necessarily in that order.
Are you watching the same guy. One of the biggest knocks on the guys is his poor pass blocking.
Yup, and some people I've never heard of knocked his pass blocking, but I'll go with Sy'56, from the podcast: "One of the better blockers of this running back class," and his pre-draft write ups were complementary of his pass pro.
Another anonymous scout to NJ.com's Anonymous Scout No. 5
Told to NJ.com's Mark Eckel: "He's pretty good. He's a complete player. He can run, catch and he blocks, He's one guy who can come in and pass protect for you. You don't get a lot of them who are ready to do that." Personally, I've watched him many times, and he's always played like a guy better than the sum of his parts. They say he's not fast, and he breaks off long runs, they say he's not physical enough, and he carries 4 guys for extra yardage. He's a 215 lb back, so look, he's not going to block DEs out there. But he's going to get the job done on blitz pickups more often than not. Overall, I think the Giants are going to love Gallman. I think the quickness and the power are underrated amongst some fans here. He's going to surprise some people.
Bro... He is not a good blocker, If you would watch the tape instead of listening to everybody else the eye test wins every time. he is not stout at the attack point, he gets there fast, but does not hold up, sometimes he attacks with his head down or lungs without setting the block with his arms. He is not blocking DE's or some LB in the NFL, not now at least its going to be a work in progress.
Stop hyping the player because the giants picked him, accept him for his strengths and his flaws and watch him grow, if he is indeed the RB he says people are going to be surprised about.
He cited some sources, so it's not like he's just making it up. What if it's your eye test that's off? You are talking like it' s universally accepted that you're right, when write ups about him regarding his blocking seem pretty well mixed.
One area he clearly excelled at in comparison to the likes of Cook, Fournette and even Stanford’s Christian McCaffrey is pass blocking. He took 181 reps in pass protection (third-most in FBS) and yielded just 6 hurries (with no sacks or hits given up), ranking him fourth among returning backs in pass blocking efficiency. This is an impressive feat considering he was just a sophomore, and a marked improvement over his three sacks, two hits and three hurries yielded on just 87 reps as a freshman.
His film in pass protection is even more impressive than the analytics show, as he clearly has a strong understanding of his assignments, and utilizes a variety of techniques to win at the point of attack and keep Watson clean.
Im telling you and the other OP that when you have conflicting viewpoints on a players skill set then you need to go do the eye test yourself, this is common sense. I Think fans are too lazy to go do their own research and rely of people they think are reliable cause they do write ups or are on a network talking about it; they're good references, but not the end all, if you have an understanding of the game, either you played at some level beyond pop warner or you took the time to study and learn the game fro mall positions then doing a simple eye test will tell you everything you need to know. Do your own research, but since you like reports see below to your one!
"Pass protection is a concern, and blocking for a less-mobile quarterback than Deshaun Watson could translate in more hurries becoming hits or sacks."
https://www.profootballfocus.com/draft-pff-scouting-report-wayne-gallman-rb-clemson/
"He understands blocking assignments, but does not have the strength or attitude to block particularly well"
http://www.bigblueview.com/2017/5/3/15529968/ny-giants-rumors-news-wayne-gallman-what-scouts-are-saying-2017-nfl-draft
"The biggest issue facing Gallman is his troubles in pass protection. He approaches pass rushers with hesitation and lack of balance. Gallman prefers to lower his head and throw a shoulder into the rusher. This results in a lot of missed blocks or Gallman getting pushed back into the quarterback."
http://www.foxsports.com/nfl/story/2017-nfl-draft-clemson-wayne-gallman-scouting-report-111716?cmpid=feed:-sports-CQ-RSS-Feed
"Weakness: – Pass protection needs major work, often whiffs on blocks"
http://www.steelersdepot.com/2017/03/2017-nfl-draft-player-profiles-clemson-rb-wayne-gallman/
"Not ready for NFL pass protection duties yet. "
http://www.nfl.com/draft/2017/profiles/wayne-gallman?id=2557952
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Wayne is the type of running back that has the strength to run through the tackles and the speed and lateral explosion to make his own yards. He does a good job blocking and is smart and understands down and distance and situational football. He reminds me a lot of Marshall Faulk...I have no doubt that the kid can carry the load if you let him.
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If I search I am sure I can find reports that state he is a good blocker, Mayock said on draft night IIRC that he need to improve his pass blocking... finding reports +/- for his pass blocking grades are not the point. The point is to do your own research, Draft breakdown has videos on him.
Its not hard to point out that he lunges, attacks with his head down, whiffs on blocks. he is not coming into this league blocking DE/LB's he can probably zone block but that's with help. he has a willingness to block which is drastically different than being able to actually block.
He's our biggest back, at least per NFLDraftScout.
He's listed at 6'0'' 215. Draughn is listed at 5'11'' 213. Darkwa is listed at 5'11'' 212. Vereen is listed at 5'10'' 210. Perkins is listed at 5'10'' 208.
If Gallman adds some weight he can be a bit more of a bruiser than who we have already.
Vereen might be 'listed' at 210, he is not 210, watched all those years in New England, just over 200 to me.
I think for this guy Draughns to make the team, he might
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or be very good on special teams. He's been with about
6 teams already. He just bounces around. I hope Gallman has more football speed than somebody like a Jennings.
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Wayne is the type of running back that has the strength to run through the tackles and the speed and lateral explosion to make his own yards. He does a good job blocking and is smart and understands down and distance and situational football. He reminds me a lot of Marshall Faulk...I have no doubt that the kid can carry the load if you let him.
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If I search I am sure I can find reports that state he is a good blocker, Mayock said on draft night IIRC that he need to improve his pass blocking... finding reports +/- for his pass blocking grades are not the point. The point is to do your own research, Draft breakdown has videos on him.
Its not hard to point out that he lunges, attacks with his head down, whiffs on blocks. he is not coming into this league blocking DE/LB's he can probably zone block but that's with help. he has a willingness to block which is drastically different than being able to actually block.
I don't think you are correct on Mayock. If you are talking about what he was saying about Gallman immediately after the pick, pass blocking was not mentioned. By the way, I've seen plenty of him. He passed my eye test. The first point of a RB in blocking is, is he willing to do it, and committed to doing it. It's easy to see he very much is. Second, he picks up (recognizes) his assignment every time. Are there times where his block attempt fails? Yes. That's going to be true of every RB. But what I saw of him he won the majority of those battles. And you have to acknowledge the stats that were posted... was it 6th in the nation in pass blocking efficiency? That's pretty damn good. That to me is the debate-ender. But sure, I trust the eye test more than anything anyone says on the internet, so I have no problem with that argument. But I watched him and thought he was an asset at pass blocking. I mean, you can't judge a RB at blocking like you do a OG or OT, whose entire job is to block. That's not the standard you go by for RB's, so if you're looking at him to block everyone like a regular OL does, then no, he's not going to look good. A RB just has to pick the guy up and get the job done, doesn't matter how pretty it looks.