Games like this are the best chance to see how college stars will fair as NFL players. All too often we see hyped college players stomp weak teams and look like studs; when these same players meet other top ranked teams and players they sometimes fold.
LaMichael James, Oregon- James faced a very stout D-line in LSU and performed very predictably; just ok. James cannot run between the tackles, he does not have the vision or toughness to see a tiny crease and bolt through hit. What I really like about James is his shiftyness in space and his ability to run the counter. This guy cuts very smoothly and that is key when running the counter. James will need to find a home in a westcoast driven team to find success in the NFL.
Michael Clay, Oregon- The obvious leader on Oregon's defense, I was very surprised with his instincts to the ball. If my MLB is not making the tackle on every play I want him to be close and Clay most always is. I expect Clay to hae a big year.
Lavasier Tuinei, Oregon- I really like the way Tuinei runs his routes; he is fearless in the middle and aggressive on the sidelines. He is not very big or very fast, but Tuinei plays with an attitude and that is a great attribute in a receiver.
Rueban Randle LSU- I was very impressed by Randles ability to go up and get the ball. He has great size/ speed ratio. Randle's greatest asset is his ability to go up and grab the ball out of the air. He plays the ball like a basketball player; almost boxing out defenders.
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