DeVoe Torrence

Hometown: Massillon, OH (Washington HS)

Height: 6'2"     Weight: 212

Position: ATH

Teams Of Interest

The Skinny

OSU pulled their offer off the table due to off-the-field concerns

The Analysis

Torrence played running back, wide receiver and linebacker in high school, so needless to say he is a versatile prospect. He is even being recruited as a tight end by some schools. He is most ready to play the running back position, though. He is a bigger back who runs with great physicality that makes him difficult to tackle in one-on-one situations. He runs downhill and rarely loses yards. His power, strength and size will keep him durable on the next level. The most noticeable weakness on film is his ball-carrying technique. He will have to learn to tuck the ball better is he expects to play running back in the Big Ten.

At linebacker, he shows excellent physical tools and solid tackling ability. His reaction time is slow and his diagnostic skills seem to be lacking. When he does find the right lane, though, he attacks it well and generally gets the job done. In the open field, he can play too upright at times. Coverage skills will be a huge question mark.

Torrence was the best running back at the Offense-Defense match in Miami, out-performing names like Cyrus Gray, Michael Shaw and Jamal Womble.

Who's Got It Right: Scout

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