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2021 NFL Draft Player Profiles: Coastal Carolina RB C.J. Marable

From now until the 2021 NFL Draft takes place, we hope to showcase as many prospects as possible and examine both their strengths and weaknesses. Most of these profiles will feature individuals that the Pittsburgh Steelers are likely to have an interest in, while a few others will be top-ranked players. If there is a player you would like us to analyze, let us know in the comments below.

#1 C.J. Marable / RB Coastal Carolina – 5067 195

The Good

  • Good vision to find the best gap
  • Solid patience and jump cut behind LOS and in traffic
  • Low center of gravity and solid contact balance
  • Good hand and ability to adjust around his frame
  • Very good production running and receiving

The Bad

  • One speed runner lacking burst and second gear
  • Not much wiggle to his game, lacks elusiveness
  • Poor play strength to run through tackles
  • Adequate speed to run outside the tackles
  • Doesn’t create space as a receiver
  • Pass Pro technique needs work

Bio

  • Career – 491 carries, 2,691 yards, 5.