Derek Hubbard
Derek Hubbard
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Matt Simpson | Prep Redzone Scout
Derek is a back whos highlights resemble Steve Slayton in the glory days of West Virginia football. At only 5’8″ and 165 pounds, Hubbard is nearly impossible to hit square. Combined with an underappreciated stiff arm, there is no question as to why he is one of the most interesting running backs in Kansas this year. He is a smart runner seen waiting for holes to open up then sprinting through, as well as splitting double team tackles and churning through the arm tackles. All of the questions about his game do stem from his size. Although it is hard to hit him square, it is not impossible. When you do, he has a tendency to fall hard on the turf, sometimes in odd ways, that could lead to injuries. He also has left something to be desired when pass blocking, but that is not his style of play since he exceeds much more in the passing game itself. Hubbard has a chance to do great things now that he is likely to become the lead back his senior year, and I believe great things will shine on number 1.
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