Kelvin Taylor, RB, Florida: 2016 NFL Draft Scouting Report

Oct 31, 2015; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Florida Gators running back Kelvin Taylor (21) runs the ball in for a touchdown against the Georgia Bulldogs during the second half at EverBank Stadium. Florida Gators defeated the Georgia Bulldogs 27-3. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 31, 2015; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Florida Gators running back Kelvin Taylor (21) runs the ball in for a touchdown against the Georgia Bulldogs during the second half at EverBank Stadium. Florida Gators defeated the Georgia Bulldogs 27-3. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 31, 2015; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Florida Gators running back Kelvin Taylor (21) runs the ball in for a touchdown against the Georgia Bulldogs during the second half at EverBank Stadium. Florida Gators defeated the Georgia Bulldogs 27-3. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 31, 2015; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Florida Gators running back Kelvin Taylor (21) runs the ball in for a touchdown against the Georgia Bulldogs during the second half at EverBank Stadium. Florida Gators defeated the Georgia Bulldogs 27-3. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports /

Kelvin Taylor spent three seasons at Florida and was their leading rusher in 2015.  He is the son of star NFL running back Fred Taylor, who spent the majority of his career with Jacksonville.

At 5’10, 207lbs, Kelvin Taylor is not a large running back, but he is quick on his feet and has shown the ability to contribute as a receiver as well.

Running behind a shaky offensive line, Taylor ran for four yards per carry in 2015.

Position: RB

School: Florida

Height: 5’10”

Weight: 207lbs

2015 Season Stats: 1,035 yards, 13 TDs

Strengths:

Taylor is a tough, decisive runner whose speed boosts his yardage.  He has impressive vision and is patient enough to wait for an opening .  Taylor has shown solid cutting ability and consistently leans into his holes.

Despite being a smaller runner, Taylor is capable of pushing for yards after contact.  He can also add value as a receiver and had 17 receptions for 150 yards in 2015.

Taylor is not credited enough for his superb ball protection: he has not fumbled once in his college career.

Weaknesses:

Taylor’s size is not ideal for an NFL running back, and his stature affects several areas of his game.  Taylor is not large enough to be a reliable pass protector, and he will need to be able to block to truly contribute in the league.

He will also need to improve his ability as a receiver to become the dual-threat back that he is capable of being. Despite the speed that he has shown on the field, Taylor struggled to impress at the Combine, running a 4.6 second 40 yard dash.

Projection: 5th-6th Rounds

Taylor posses plenty of speed and talent but will have major improvements to make in the areas where he struggles.  Taylor may have the greatest ability to contribute on a team with a committee backfield.

He would be serviceable as a second back, but his pass protection and receiving skills will need significant work.  Taylor can be counted on to be responsible with the football and could develop into a contributor for the right team.