Featured First-Round Prospect - Darren McFadden, RB Arkansas

The only SEC player other than Herschel Walker to rush for 1,000 yards as a freshman, sophomore and junior, Darren McFadden is in pretty good company when it comes to making his mark on college football. Over the past couple seasons, he has emerged as the nation's best running back, displaying a rare combination of speed, vision, and balance. He's also a surprisingly physical blocker when he doesn't have the ball. He could, however, stand to improve his blocking technique a little.

He was also not much of a factor in Arkansas' passing attack, but with solid coaching I see no reason why he couldn't improve in that area.

One thing that will stand out for NFL scouts is his ability to get yards after contact. He also seems to enjoy punishing would-be tacklers. Because of his style of play, though, it might be to his benefit to add a few more pounds to his frame, because he will take a pounding in the NFL.

McFadden should be a top-10 selection in the 2008 NFL Draft.

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