Packers picked James Starks for their sixth pick in the draft. DISCUSS!
James Starks (RB)
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 218 lbs.
Arm Length: 33 3/4 in.
Hand Size: 9 1/2 in.
College: Buffalo
Conference: Mid-American
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James Starks (RB)
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 218 lbs.
Arm Length: 33 3/4 in.
Hand Size: 9 1/2 in.
College: Buffalo
Conference: Mid-American
Pick Analysis:
The talented tailback from Buffalo got injured and missed his entire senior season. Some teams thought he had a chance with a powerful senior season to move into the second or third round. With Green Bay, he'll have an opportunity to be core special teams player and have a chance to compete at running back as well.
Overview:
Starks missed the 2009 season after undergoing surgery to repair his shoulder. He is a converted running back and had consecutive thousand yard seasons in 2007 and 2008. He has a little wiggle to him as he hits the hole and can veer off course after getting to the second level to make the first man miss but is not a top cut-back runner. He has a good burst through the hole and shows the speed to take it all the way once he gets to the open field.
Strengths:
Starks has nice height, a good build and impressive overall size for a running back. Has the necessary speed to be a threat on the outside at the next level. Exhibits good acceleration and burst through the hole for a bigger back.
Weaknesses:
Does not run with the power we’d like to see for his size. Starks has some straight line to him and isn’t going to shake a lot of tacklers. Durability is a concern after missing his senior year with injury.