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Mohamed Ibrahim named to Doak Walker watch list
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He is definitely deserving of being on the watch list. I think he has been underrated the past couple of seasons. He is not flashy, but great things have happened when he was the lead back. He has been overshadowed by the Gopher passing attack as well as the time share with the other RBs, but this season should allow him to establish himself as one of the greats. Hopefully, he gets that opportunity.
At least one draft analyst views Mo as an early day 3 pick.
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MOHAMMED IBRAHIM, RB, MINNESOTA
Currently a redshirt junior, the 5-foot-10, 210 pound Ibrahim has yet to get much national attention. That’s surely going to change in 2020.
Praising the former 3-star recruit in both his toughness and contact balance, Crabbs was extremely impressed by what the Golden Gopher had to offer, stating as much in his evaluation of the prospect.
“I really liked his tape,” Crabbs stated. “(His) contact balance and suddenness are standout traits. He has an angry running style and a punishing finishing ability as a ball-carrier. (Ibrahim) was (also) highly productive on a per-touch basis and had large performances in big games.”
Despite not being a full-fledged starter at any point throughout his collegiate career, Ibrahim seems scheduled to take the starting reigns this upcoming season, which is assuredly a positive regarding his draft stock. No, he's not perfect (as Crabbs made sure to mention), but the foundation of something promising is there.
“He’s not going to win any foot races in the open field and he's failed to capitalize on advantageous angles,” Crabbs stated. “Injuries will (also) be something to monitor as he’s missed approximately ¼ of his games with lower-body injuries."
Regarding a comparison for the squatty, energetic back, Crabbs offered up a familiar name.
“(Ibrahim) reminded me a lot of David Montgomery. He'll blow you up and he's got pretty dynamic lower-half agility. I gave him an early day-three grade, but he’s really, really impressive.”
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MOHAMMED IBRAHIM, RB, MINNESOTA
Currently a redshirt junior, the 5-foot-10, 210 pound Ibrahim has yet to get much national attention. That’s surely going to change in 2020.
Praising the former 3-star recruit in both his toughness and contact balance, Crabbs was extremely impressed by what the Golden Gopher had to offer, stating as much in his evaluation of the prospect.
“I really liked his tape,” Crabbs stated. “(His) contact balance and suddenness are standout traits. He has an angry running style and a punishing finishing ability as a ball-carrier. (Ibrahim) was (also) highly productive on a per-touch basis and had large performances in big games.”
Despite not being a full-fledged starter at any point throughout his collegiate career, Ibrahim seems scheduled to take the starting reigns this upcoming season, which is assuredly a positive regarding his draft stock. No, he's not perfect (as Crabbs made sure to mention), but the foundation of something promising is there.
“He’s not going to win any foot races in the open field and he's failed to capitalize on advantageous angles,” Crabbs stated. “Injuries will (also) be something to monitor as he’s missed approximately ¼ of his games with lower-body injuries."
Regarding a comparison for the squatty, energetic back, Crabbs offered up a familiar name.
“(Ibrahim) reminded me a lot of David Montgomery. He'll blow you up and he's got pretty dynamic lower-half agility. I gave him an early day-three grade, but he’s really, really impressive.”
