pff says - Tracy is a natural playmaker with adequate athleticism (explosiveness and agility) for a zone-blocking scheme. However, he must continue to improve his ability to see blocks and space if he is to be a consistent rotational player.
pff says - Tracy is a natural playmaker with adequate athleticism (explosiveness and agility) for a zone-blocking scheme. However, he must continue to improve his ability to see blocks and space if he is to be a consistent rotational player.
I hope that’s inaccurate. Running Backs with poor vision has plagued this offense.
12. TYRONE TRACY, Purdue (5-11, 209, 4.48, 4-5): Started 16 of his 38 games as a wide receiver at Iowa from 2018-’21. Had 36 receptions in 2019. Team captain in ’21. Transferred to Purdue in 2022 and was a backup wideout before moving to running back last year and flourishing. “Love him,” one scout said. “Change of pace guy. Did really well in his first year really playing running back.” Posted 113 of his career total of 146 rushes in 2023 when he led the Big Ten in yards per carry (6.4). Finished with 947 (6.5) and 10 TDs to go with 113 receptions. “Kind of new to the position so he’s feeling it out,” a second scout said. “His vision keeps him alive. Like a No. 3 running back who contributes on special teams. Not a powerful back but he’s grown into that body and stays on his feet and fights for extra yardage. Has enough speed to get outside. Struggled in pass pro.” His 3-cone time of 6.81 led the position. From Indianapolis.
“ Tracy was a full-time running back for only one season after spending his first five college seasons primarily as a wide receiver, the position at which he was initially recruited to play at Iowa.
While still learning the running back position, he'd likely make the transition to the next level in much the same way that Alvin Kamara and Jahmyr Gibbs are deployed by their respective teams. While Tracy isn't at the level of either back (Kamara in his prime, Gibbs right now going into his second season with the Detroit Lions), he would profile in an offense as a complementary primary back and multidimensional receiving weapon who can line up in multiple locations within the formation and could be especially effective as a detached receiver given his background.
Given the kind of running back that Tracy is and how he will best make the transition to the next level — assuming he will be deployed that way, which I believe is the most effective means for him to play in the league — there aren't a lot of weaknesses in his game. I could see him fitting well into an NFL offense that features the back in the passing game, especially with formation versatility.
Tracy will only get better as a runner with more experience, but he showed strong traits with his natural quickness and burst and his elusiveness making defenders miss in multiple ways. Perhaps most impressively, he showed more than functional physicality and competitive toughness to finish runs. Overall, Tracy is one of my favorite backs to watch, and I believe he is an ascending talent. I'm looking forward to seeing who drafts him and how he's deployed.”
Sixth-year senior. Four-year starter that spent four seasons at Iowa before his final two at Purdue. Tracy will turn 25 years old as a rookie but in terms of running back age, he is younger than most. He played wide receiver from 2018-2022 before moving into the backfield full time in his final year. In that one season, Tracy finished fourth in the country in yards after contact per attempt in the country among backs with over 100 carries. His career was sputtering, as his best season as a receiver came in 2019. The smooth position move opened a door, one that is searching for pass game weapons out of the backfield. Tracy is not a dynamic or explosive athlete, but he simply knows what to do with the ball in his hands and it shows up as a returner as well. His progression will be an interesting one to follow, one with a high ceiling.
*Tracy is one of the more interesting prospects in the entire draft. He runs like he doesn’t always know what he’s doing but that is part of the intrigue. What happens to him if it does click? He is already productive, and he is already a top-shelf pass catcher the position. He already adds return value. Something about him simply makes sense for a chance on day three because Singletary could easily be elsewhere before the end of 2024, let alone pre-2025. And I view that as the season this team can be ready to compete.
Under his write-up you mentioned that Singletary might not be here by the end of the 2024 Season! That’s surprising… would the Giants deal a guy they just signed as a FA?
Looks a little like Gray, but with a lot more bulk
like a great pick. Fantastic athleticism with a lot of receiving skills that will be valuable as he comes out of the backfield. He also seems very shifty and strong, and can break a lot of tackles.
And that is a problem because?
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And that is a problem because?
i thought between corbin/gray/miller we had some bodies.
would have liked to see a chance elsewhere.
I hope that’s inaccurate. Running Backs with poor vision has plagued this offense.
12. TYRONE TRACY, Purdue (5-11, 209, 4.48, 4-5): Started 16 of his 38 games as a wide receiver at Iowa from 2018-’21. Had 36 receptions in 2019. Team captain in ’21. Transferred to Purdue in 2022 and was a backup wideout before moving to running back last year and flourishing. “Love him,” one scout said. “Change of pace guy. Did really well in his first year really playing running back.” Posted 113 of his career total of 146 rushes in 2023 when he led the Big Ten in yards per carry (6.4). Finished with 947 (6.5) and 10 TDs to go with 113 receptions. “Kind of new to the position so he’s feeling it out,” a second scout said. “His vision keeps him alive. Like a No. 3 running back who contributes on special teams. Not a powerful back but he’s grown into that body and stays on his feet and fights for extra yardage. Has enough speed to get outside. Struggled in pass pro.” His 3-cone time of 6.81 led the position. From Indianapolis.
Took advantage of COVID years to convert to RB. Could fit with new KO rules.
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I think this is key.
at 210 pounds. not bad.
While still learning the running back position, he'd likely make the transition to the next level in much the same way that Alvin Kamara and Jahmyr Gibbs are deployed by their respective teams. While Tracy isn't at the level of either back (Kamara in his prime, Gibbs right now going into his second season with the Detroit Lions), he would profile in an offense as a complementary primary back and multidimensional receiving weapon who can line up in multiple locations within the formation and could be especially effective as a detached receiver given his background.
Given the kind of running back that Tracy is and how he will best make the transition to the next level — assuming he will be deployed that way, which I believe is the most effective means for him to play in the league — there aren't a lot of weaknesses in his game. I could see him fitting well into an NFL offense that features the back in the passing game, especially with formation versatility.
Tracy will only get better as a runner with more experience, but he showed strong traits with his natural quickness and burst and his elusiveness making defenders miss in multiple ways. Perhaps most impressively, he showed more than functional physicality and competitive toughness to finish runs. Overall, Tracy is one of my favorite backs to watch, and I believe he is an ascending talent. I'm looking forward to seeing who drafts him and how he's deployed.”
He was excellent there
Grade: 75
Sixth-year senior. Four-year starter that spent four seasons at Iowa before his final two at Purdue. Tracy will turn 25 years old as a rookie but in terms of running back age, he is younger than most. He played wide receiver from 2018-2022 before moving into the backfield full time in his final year. In that one season, Tracy finished fourth in the country in yards after contact per attempt in the country among backs with over 100 carries. His career was sputtering, as his best season as a receiver came in 2019. The smooth position move opened a door, one that is searching for pass game weapons out of the backfield. Tracy is not a dynamic or explosive athlete, but he simply knows what to do with the ball in his hands and it shows up as a returner as well. His progression will be an interesting one to follow, one with a high ceiling.
*Tracy is one of the more interesting prospects in the entire draft. He runs like he doesn’t always know what he’s doing but that is part of the intrigue. What happens to him if it does click? He is already productive, and he is already a top-shelf pass catcher the position. He already adds return value. Something about him simply makes sense for a chance on day three because Singletary could easily be elsewhere before the end of 2024, let alone pre-2025. And I view that as the season this team can be ready to compete.
NFL Comparison: Antonio Gibson / NE
Penix did too.
Tracy, for spending so much time in college, doesn't have much tread on the tires. He was WR in Iowa but also did returns and became a RB in Purdue.
At bar in Dover, NH with little service.
Under his write-up you mentioned that Singletary might not be here by the end of the 2024 Season! That’s surprising… would the Giants deal a guy they just signed as a FA?
looks like he got better as the year went on too, biggest games at the end of the year (which makes sense it was his first year at RB).
Tyrone Tracy Jr (Purdue RB) vs Michigan 2023 - ( New Window )
At bar in Dover, NH with little service.
Went to Denver in the 5th.
At bar in Dover, NH with little service.
Long time ago
At bar in Dover, NH with little service.
Yes.
This is a must watch. The football metrics (YPC, YAC, etc.) are absolutely top notch. And pass catching and kick returning. This is a fantastic pick!
I also like the pick. Receiving ability and pass protection, KR, can be good 3rd down back.
Ok,that’s all I needed to hear!
That is a good comp... that is exactly what he looks like when running