Jonathan Dwyer

Last Updated: February 7th, 2010
Managed By: Steve Martin

School	Georgia Tech
Height	5 ' 11.0 "
Weight	230 lbs.
Speed	4.50 ( Unofficial )

Graduation Year	2010
Birth Date	7/26/1989
Jersey #	21
Current Position	HB
Projected Position	HB
CDS Projected 2010 NFL Draft Round	2
Member Projected 2010 NFL Draft Round	Not enough entries

Important Links

Georgia Tech's Profile for Jonathan Dwyer

Stats

Season Year	GP	GS	Att	Rush Yds	Avg	Rush TDs	Rec	Rec Yds	Avg	Rec TDs	Fum Lost
'06-'07	---	---	---	---	---	---	---	---	---	---	---
'07-'08	13	0	82	436	5.3	9	2	17	8.5	0	---
'08-'09	13	13	200	1395	7.0	12	8	209	26.1	1	---
'09-'10	14	14	235	1395	5.9	4	5	37	7.4	0	---

Overview

Dwyer was Tech's second leading rusher as a true freshman with more than 400 yards and 9 TDs. As a sophomore, he emerged as one of the best RBs in the country. Toting the ball from the B Back position in Paul Johnson's triple option, Dwyer carried the ball for 1395 yards and 12 TDs. He also averaged more than 26 yards a reception (8 catches) and added a TD through the air. He earned ACC Player of the Year honors for his efforts. He followed up this impressive effort with another outstanding season as a junior in 2009. He ran for 1395 yards once again, adding 14 TD carries, and was named 1st team All-ACC.

Strengths

Dwyer has ideal an ideal size/speed ratio for a power back in the NFL. He has the ability to be a true workhorse type of back. He's durable and is able to break tackles as he attacks the A gap. He can gain yardage after contact. Dwyer also shows good quickness and the ability to hit top speed quickly, making him a true breakaway threat despite his size and power. He keeps his pad level low and secures the ball well. He's a grinder who keeps his legs churning after contact. Dwyer runs with great balance and, having only started for two full season, he's still got a lot of tread on his tires.

Weaknesses

Dwyer hasn't been asked to do much as a blocker or a receiver at Georgia Tech. While he averaged more than 26 ypc in 2008, he only had 8 receptions. In 2009 he only had 5 catches. He'll need to assure teams that he's able to do both in order to merit a high first-round grade.

Projection

Dwyer has very few weaknesses coming into the 2010 NFL Draft as a junior. Depending on the type of back needed by the team drafting, he could be the first, second, or third back taken (Spiller, Best). He has the potential to be a Pro Bowl caliber player in the NFL as he'll be a bellcow for whichever team drafts him.

Member Ratings

User: Johanns21
Date/Time: 03/31/2010 - 9:12AM CDT
Predicted Round: Round 3

Doesn't have the high end speed that others have and didn't perform the best at the combine. Could still go in the second round, but Mario Hardesy might have passed him up.

User: footballcoach4jesus
Date/Time: 03/21/2010 - 11:11PM CDT
Predicted Round: Round 4

Lacks the explosion needed to be a bigtime running back in the NFL. Could struggle as a true tailback. More of a fullback. Doesn't appear to understand pro passing game. Not as tough as one would expect.

User: packman0588
Date/Time: 01/4/2010 - 7:10PM CST
Predicted Round: Round 2

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