Is this true - Bo draft eligible?

RTR91 · Jan 3, 2017

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Bo didn't enroll until the spring semester of 2015 because he had retake some classes. Therefore, he's draft eligible.

Like Matt, I've heard he might leave early. Can you blame him if he does well Monday? Look at what we'll have next year at the position. Plus, the life of a NFL RB isn't long.

bamacon · Jan 3, 2017

Unless you're a Zeke Elliot or LF it is very unlikely that you'll be drafted real high in the NFL as a RB. It is shifting back somewhat but teams just have more pressing needs that can only be addressed in the early rounds. They look at RBs they deem serviceable to their schemes and feel they can get them on the cheap in the later rounds. It's almost more beneficial for them to get in the league and on a team and start their rookie contract. The best RBs make their money as proven commodities in year 4, and like RTR said, their shelf life is the league motto...Not For Long.

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CajunCrimson · Jan 3, 2017

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TIDE-HSV said:
The situations are not parallel at all...

Parallel in the sense that no one thought he was ready until he had two huge games on a National Stage -- that changed everyone's perception. My point is - that even if we all knew he was eligible -- no one before Saturday would have thought he was ready to go. One big game -- (and a potentially big second game) can move someone from "no way" status to a first round draft choice. Though the sport (and decade) is different -- the point was, he very well could jump into the first round if he goes for 200 yards and 3 TDs....

JustNeedMe81 · Jan 3, 2017

Matt0424 said:
I've actually heard from a few people that if he performs well on Monday, and gets a grade in the 3rd-4th round or better, he'll heavily consider leaving. TIFWIW, but it makes sense as the shelf life of RB'S is REALLY short.

He is draft eligible, because even though he is a true Sophomore, he sat out one full year going to a prep-school. The rule is 3 years removed from high school, and has nothing to do with collegiate eligibility/class.

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To do that, he probably need to rush over 200 yards and do lot of damages on the field on Monday night. I can't see that one happening. If Bo leaves, That makes it easy for Harris to get playing time next year, backing up Harris/Jacob.

bamacon · Jan 3, 2017

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CajunCrimson said:
Parallel in the sense that no one thought he was ready until he had two huge games on a National Stage -- that changed everyone's perception. My point is - that even if we all knew he was eligible -- no one before Saturday would have thought he was ready to go. One big game -- (and a potentially big second game) can move someone from "no way" status to a first round draft choice. Though the sport (and decade) is different -- the point was, he very well could jump into the first round if he goes for 200 yards and 3 TDs....

If he wants a shot at getting a first round pick he'll stay another year. He was known as someone who fumbled frequently and was injury prone. He's had 3 great games but there is no way he'll get a 1st Rd grade from any GM with LF, McCaffery, and the Texas RBs all coming out.

I won't blame him a bit for declaring but I'd be stunned if he got selected before the 3rd round.

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twofbyc · Jan 3, 2017

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bamacon said:
If he wants a shot at getting a first round pick he'll stay another year. He was known as someone who fumbled frequently and was injury prone. He's had 3 great games but there is no way he'll get a 1st Rd grade from any GM with LF, McCaffery, and the Texas RBs all coming out.

I won't blame him a bit for declaring but I'd be stunned if he got selected before the 3rd round.

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Don't forget Dalvin Cook.

TitleWave · Jan 3, 2017

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twofbyc said:
Don't forget Dalvin Cook.

...who showed some pretty good hands to enhance his own draft status against the Coughing Hairballs in FSU's bowl game - the same hands development by a RB that might behoove Bo to stick around and presumably make use of in Sark's offensive scheme next year.

CrimsonForce · Jan 3, 2017

My biggest concern about him leaving for the NFL is the deep RB class this year. Bo will perform great at the combine but there's so many good RBs prospects this year. If it was a thinner RB class I think he could be a 2nd-3rd round pick with a big NC game and good combine performance..

crimsonaudio · Jan 3, 2017

CrimsonForce said:
My biggest concern about him leaving for the NFL is the deep RB class this year. Bo will perform great at the combine but there's so many good RBs prospects this year. If it was a thinner RB class I think he could be a 2nd-3rd round pick with a big NC game and good combine performance..

Has to be weighed against his competition for playing time at Bama, which will be drastically increased next year.

I just want Bo to do whatever is best for him at this point. I'd love to have in Crimson next season, but that might not really help him. I'm sure Saban will advise him and he'll have to do whatever he thinks is best.

Matt0424 · Jan 3, 2017

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bamacon said:
If he wants a shot at getting a first round pick he'll stay another year. He was known as someone who fumbled frequently and was injury prone. He's had 3 great games but there is no way he'll get a 1st Rd grade from any GM with LF, McCaffery, and the Texas RBs all coming out.

I won't blame him a bit for declaring but I'd be stunned if he got selected before the 3rd round.

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I don't think realistically there's any way he ever grades as a first round pick. Backs just don't typically get that luxury anymore, and he's never going to be a guy who can consistently get 20+ carries (too many injury concerns).

His ceiling is likely 2nd round, so if there's a chance he gets grabbed in round 3 this year it makes too much sense for him to leave.

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92tide · Jan 3, 2017

CrimsonForce said:
My biggest concern about him leaving for the NFL is the deep RB class this year. Bo will perform great at the combine but there's so many good RBs prospects this year. If it was a thinner RB class I think he could be a 2nd-3rd round pick with a big NC game and good combine performance..

both chubb and michel at uga came back for their senior seasons, i think in part due to the deep class this year

tide power fan · Jan 3, 2017

I think with Harris coming in plus the three other running backs we already have will affect the amount of carries Bo will get next year. I think that will be what makes Bo stay or go. Now I would love to see him stay, I'm sure Coach will help him make the right decision best for him.

TideEngineer08 · Jan 3, 2017

Even if he goes for 300 and 5 TDs Monday night, I don't think he will get a 1st round grade.

Look at the QB from Ohio State that only played a few games at the end of the year that the won the NC (2014). QBs are more likely to go in the 1st round than RBs, by far, and that guy didn't get a first round grade even after 3 fantastic games to finish that season. I just don't think Bo has enough time that any NFL GM is going to use a first round pick on him. I think 3rd or 4th round is more likely, factoring in experience, competition at the position, and history (injuries had in the past), and that is with a monster game on Monday. And that may be enough to persuade him to leave. I would wish him well no matter what, it's his decision to make, but I think his best bet is to come back one more season and be the Man, win a Heisman, and lead us to our 3rd straight NC.

CrimsonForce · Jan 3, 2017

TideEngineer08 said:
Even if he goes for 300 and 5 TDs Monday night, I don't think he will get a 1st round grade.

Look at the QB from Ohio State that only played a few games at the end of the year that the won the NC (2014). QBs are more likely to go in the 1st round than RBs, by far, and that guy didn't get a first round grade even after 3 fantastic games to finish that season. I just don't think Bo has enough time that any NFL GM is going to use a first round pick on him. I think 3rd or 4th round is more likely, factoring in experience, competition at the position, and history (injuries had in the past), and that is with a monster game on Monday. And that may be enough to persuade him to leave. I would wish him well no matter what, it's his decision to make, but I think his best bet is to come back one more season and be the Man, win a Heisman, and lead us to our 3rd straight NC.

The problem is he may never get a 1st round grade because we split the carries so much. If he gets a mid round grade he should probably leave because of our crowded backfield + his lengthy history of injuries. I would love to have him back but probably in his best interest to leave..

bamafaninOhiO · Jan 3, 2017

I don't think Bo would go pro after this season, at least its highly doubtful. He hasn't been a starter, and his injuries would also drag his grade down. He needs another year to showcase his skill set.

JustNeedMe81 · Jan 3, 2017

bamafaninOhiO said:
I don't think Bo would go pro after this season, at least its highly doubtful. He hasn't been a starter, and his injuries would also drag his grade down. He needs another year to showcase his skill set.

He don't need to start at Alabama to get drafted. Look at Kenyan Drake.

bamafaninOhiO · Jan 3, 2017

JustNeedMe81 said:
He don't need to start at Alabama to get drafted. Look at Kenyan Drake.

But Kenyan had a LOT more playing time than Bo has had, as well as a lot of return work. Bo needs more film to improve his draft status.

CraigD · Jan 3, 2017

NationalTitles16 said:
He'd still be better off to get the insurance and take the chance on a higher grade next year. Too many quality RB's coming out this year.

But that doesn't mean it's what he will do, of course

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crimsonaudio · Jan 3, 2017

bamafaninOhiO said:
But Kenyan had a LOT more playing time than Bo has had, as well as a lot of return work. Bo needs more film to improve his draft status.

Yup...

Bo (career): 127 carries for 823 yards (6.4 ypc) and 10 TDs
2 receptions for 15 yards and 0 TDs
total of 60 points scored

Kenyan (career): 233 carries for 1,495 yards (6.4 ypc) and 18 TDs
46 receptions for 570 yards and 4 TDs
total of 138 points scored

LA4Bama · Jan 3, 2017

another thing is bo is very strong and gets tons of yards after contact, but that doesn't necessarily translate as well in the nfl where the defenders are much better tacklers. He showed he could improve a lot in one year, but I think he'd improve a lot with another year practicing technique and decision making.

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