'Who's next? Travis Etienne'

Etienne is arguably the most dynamic runner in this next class.

Coming back for his Senior season may pay dividends and lead to first round draft capital.

What are some of the qualities he has that can separate him from this 2021 class?

Enjoy!
'Re-acceleration capabilities'

Etienne is able to re-enter acceleration immediately after being contacted at high speeds, which is a trait that is unique to see for such a young runner with his caliber of explosive qualities.
'Re-acceleration capabilities'

Watch here how he able to not only keep his center of balance, but create the negative angles needed to efficiently accelerate upfield.

American football is much more a game of re-acceleration than purely 'acceleration.'
'Top-end speed'

Etienne hangs his hat on his abruptness during early acceleration, but is no slouch as he gets further down the field.

His stride mechanics at max velocity are a bit unorthodox, and could be an area he addresses as he makes his transition to the NFL.
'Post contact balance'

Now we see the dramatic shift of torque here with extreme joint angles.

Not many running backs can make this play.

Etienne essentially uses torque as a spring board into acceleration while coupling that as an aid through contact.

Rare at high speeds.
‘Who’s next?: Travis Etienne’

Enjoy the third installation of the Devy Series ‘Who’s next?’ in its entirety below:

https://angeloanalysis.com/devy-outlook-who-s-next

Najee Harris' & Tamorrion Terry's sections are also available for view.

Scheduled next:

Devonta Smith, Alabama

Chuba Hubbard, OK State
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