Apr
22
2010
 |
Vladimir Ducasse
|
Non-position specific categories
Category |
Max. Value |
Grade |
| Height/Weight | 6 | 6 |
| Speed | 8 | 4 |
| Quickness/Agility | 10 | 6.5 |
| Strength/Explosion | 10 | 9.5 |
| Athletic Ability | 8 | 4.5 |
| Durability | 8 | 7 |
| Character | 6 | 5.5 |
| Production/Experience | 6 | 4.5 |
| Toughness | 8 | 7 |
| Potential | 10 | 9 |
Offensive Lineman Specific Categories
Category |
Max. Value |
Grade |
| Pass Blocking | 10 | 7 |
| Run Blocking | 10 | 8.5 |
| Awareness | 8 | 6.5 |
| Hand Placement | 6 | 3 |
| Pulling/Trapping/Second Level | 6 | 3.5 |
| Footwork | 8 | 5 |
| Leverage | 8 | 7 |
Strengths
Ducasse’s biggest strength, is his strength. He’s a huge guy with great weight distribution and strength. Dominated the D1AA competition. Terrific run blocker who gets good leverage and gets good push. Has good knee bend and he knows not to bend at the waist.
Weaknesses
Is still pretty raw and new to football. Level of competition wasn’t great and he struggled at times at the Senior Bowl. Has slow, heavy feet and stiff hips which might prohibit him from being an effective pulling guard. Chances of being an effective tackle are slim because of a slow kick slide and inability to handle speed rushers.
Analysis
Ducasse was one of the best stories to watch this draft season. He was born in Haiti and was obviously affected by the disaster there, but he kept his mind on football which shows a commitment to the game and achieving his goals. He should go to a team that loves a power running back and will be patient with teaching him better pass blocking technique
Experience
Three year starter at UMass.
Awards and Honors
2009: 1st team All-CAA. 1st team All-American (AP).
2008: 1st team All-CAA.
2007: n/a
2006: n/a
Academics
African American studies major at UMass.
Injuries
No history of injuries.
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Rob Engle
Rob Engle scouted privately starting in 2004. Rob participated in an internship with the Baltimore Ravens scouting department and is continuing his professional career by attending Miami University (Ohio) to obtain a degree in Strategic Communication. Rob is also a member of the Football Writers Association of America.
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