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With the 129th Pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the Dallas Cowboys select Braelon Allen RB Wisconsin

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An athletic freak, this 6' 235lb RB power-cleans 400lbs, clocks a 4.40 40 with 1.49 10-yd split and benches 365.  His rare combination of size and strength should enable him to be the feature back in the RBBC in Dallas, with Rico Dowdle and Deuce Vaughn backing him up.  Braelon excels in contact balance and power, and while e may be a poor-man's Zeke Elliott, behind the OL in Dallas he will be consistently moving the chains and looking to continue his streak of 3 seasons with 11+ TD's.

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"Braelon Allen enters the NFL draft as a physical force out of Wisconsin, with a profile that screams traditional power back. His college tape shows a back who thrives between the tackles, leveraging a blend of size and power that's become increasingly rare in today's game. Allen's ability to absorb hits and continue churning for extra yards fits the mold of a bruising runner capable of wearing down defenses. 

On the flip side, Allen's shortcomings in the passing game and his pass protection skills are areas of concern for a league that favors three-down backs. His limited route tree and below-average pass blocking could pigeonhole him into a more situational role, particularly in offenses that lean heavily on their backs in the passing game. Despite these limitations, Allen's physicality and success in short-yardage situations should not be underestimated, as they provide a valuable toolset for teams looking to establish a ground-and-pound identity.

Ultimately, Allen's transition to the NFL will hinge on finding a team that values his strengths and can mitigate his weaknesses. His potential to contribute as part of a running back committee, especially in short-yardage and goal-line situations, could make him a valuable asset. While he may not fit the mold of a modern, versatile NFL back, Allen's toughness and tenacity promise to bring a hard-nosed, physical dimension to any backfield."

 

@DTMW78 is OTC

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