Chip Trayanum RB Kentucky | NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
Chip Trayanum RB Kentucky
NFL Draft Profile & Scouting Report
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| Last Updated: 06/29/2024 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Draft Year: 2025 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 40 time: 4.39 seconds (93%*) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| ROLE: Work-Horse Back | |
| Last Updated: 06/29/2024 | |
| Draft Year: 2025 | |
| 40 time: 4.39 seconds (93%*) | |
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| Overall Rating: | 71.1 / 100 | |
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| Average rating of opposition Defense player has faced | ||
| Defense Rating: |
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75% |
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| Rushing: |
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73% |
| Break Tackles: |
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65% |
| Receiving/Hands: |
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58% |
| Pass Blocking: |
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53% |
| Run Blocking: |
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51% |
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DRAFT PROJECTION:
UDFA
Overall Rank:
#253
Position rank:
#22
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| College Games: 27 College Snaps: 592 | ||
ESPN RATING: 80/100
College Combine Results
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OVR Rank:
#21
Pos Rank:
#21
State Rank:
#4
College Combine Results
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247 RATING: 90/100
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| Ovr Rank: #22 Pos Rank: #6 | ||
| Player Comparison* (Similarity level) | ||
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| Rasheen Ali - Marshall |
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70% |
| Khalan Laborn - Marshall |
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58% |
| D'vonte Price - Florida International |
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54% |
Draft Profile: Bio
DeaMonte "Chip" Trayanum, born in Akron, Ohio, made his mark at Archbishop Hoban High School as a four-year starter. The versatile athlete led his team to three consecutive state championships, showcasing his prowess on both sides of the ball. As a junior, Trayanum averaged an impressive 12.4 yards per rush, amassing 1,313 rushing yards and 26 touchdowns while also recording eight sacks on defense.Trayanum's college journey was marked by transitions and exceptional athleticism. He began at Arizona State as a power back, accumulating 692 yards and 10 touchdowns over two seasons. His transfer to Ohio State saw him initially switch to linebacker before returning to the offensive backfield. The 2023 season solidified his role as a key contributor in the Buckeyes' backfield, where he finished as the team's second-leading rusher with 373 yards.
Throughout his collegiate career, Trayanum demonstrated his adaptability and freakish physical gifts. He amassed 1,157 career rushing yards and 13 touchdowns, while also contributing in the passing game with 15 receptions for 91 yards. His versatility extended to special teams, where he saw significant action.
Scouting Report: Strengths
- Elite athleticism, earning a spot on Bruce Feldman's Freak's List with a rare combination of size (5-11, 233 lbs) and speed (high 4.3s 40-yard dash), placing him in the 93rd percentile for both weight and speed at his position.
- Exceptional strength and explosiveness, evidenced by a 415-pound bench press, 650-pound squat, and a max velocity of 22.2 MPH, indicating potential for devastating power and breakaway speed at the next level.
- Demonstrates positional versatility, having played running back, linebacker, and special teams at the collegiate level, offering valuable roster flexibility for NFL teams.
- Power runner with the ability to break tackles and gain yards after contact, leveraging his robust frame effectively in short-yardage and goal-line situations.
- Displays good vision and patience when hitting the hole, allowing blocks to develop before exploding through running lanes with his elite acceleration.
- Proven performer in high-pressure situations, as evidenced by his game-winning touchdown against Notre Dame, showcasing clutch playmaking ability.
- Strong special teams contributor, offering immediate value on coverage units while developing as an offensive weapon at the next level.
- High football IQ and adaptability, having successfully transitioned between positions and schemes throughout his college career.
Scouting Report: Weaknesses
- Limited experience as a full-time featured back at the collegiate level, potentially raising questions about his ability to handle a heavy workload in the NFL.
- Pass-blocking skills need refinement, which could limit his three-down potential early in his pro career.
- Despite his athleticism, his run-blocking effectiveness shows serious room for improvement, potentially affecting his utility in certain offensive packages.
- Ball security concerns, with fumbles leading to decreased playing time during his sophomore season at Arizona State, a critical issue that must be addressed.
- Receiving ability is still developing, which may limit his immediate impact in passing situations at the next level.
Scouting Report: Summary
Trayanum's freakish blend of size, speed, and raw power makes him one of the most intriguing physical specimens in this draft class. His ability to contribute in multiple facets of the game, coupled with his elite athleticism, aligns perfectly with the modern NFL's demand for explosive, multi-dimensional players. While he may not project as an immediate starter, Trayanum's potential as a game-breaking rotational back with special teams value could see him carve out a significant role.Scheme fit will be crucial for maximizing Trayanum's unique athletic gifts. Teams employing a power-running game could leverage his exceptional strength and explosiveness, utilizing his downhill running style and short-yardage effectiveness. His special teams experience and defensive background make him an attractive option for teams valuing roster flexibility and dynamic depth.
As Trayanum transitions to the pro level, harnessing his elite physical tools and refining his technical skills will be key areas for development. If he can translate his freakish athleticism to consistent on-field production and improve his pass-protection and receiving skills, Trayanum has the potential to become a game-changing contributor in an NFL backfield and on special teams units. His rare combination of size, speed, and power gives him a high ceiling that could make him one of the steals of the draft if properly developed.
Written By:
Bill Miller (SEC)
Chip Trayanum percentiles vs other Running Backs (NFL Combine historically - higher value represents better perfomance)
How other scouting services rate Chip Trayanum (Overall Rank)
All Scouts AverageOverall Rank
470.5
All Scouts AveragePosition Rank
46.0
*Percentile Ranking in Player's Position Group (NFL Combine Historical Data): This percentile reflects how a player's specific statistics rank
in comparison to historical performances at the NFL Combine, specifically within their position group. A higher percentile indicates a better performance.
For instance, being in the 90th percentile for a particular stat means the player outperformed 90% of their peers in that category.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.
*Similarity Percentage: This percentage is calculated based on a comprehensive analysis of various factors, including height, weight, 40-yard dash times, on-field performance statistics, and overall player rating. The analysis is conducted against our database of draft prospects from 2021 to 2023. This similarity score helps in evaluating how closely a current prospect aligns with past prospects. It is important to note, however, that this score reflects similarities based on college production and attributes, and does not account for eventual success or performance in the NFL.