Devine Ozigbo, RB, Nebraska #22

5116, 222, 4.54

Notes: From Sachse, TX. Played in 11 games as a true freshman, rushed for 209 yards on 38 attempts (5.5 avg.) and 1 touchdown and caught 5 passes for 62 yards in 2015. Played in 11 games, battled ankle injury that hampered him the second half of the season, rushed 97-412-5 (4.2 avg.) and caught 5-100 in 2016. Did not see action in first two games, played in 10 games, rushed 129-493-3 (3.8 avg.) and caught 160-123 in 2017. Played in all 12 games, rushed 155-1,082-12 (7.0 avg.) and caught 23-203 in 2018. Earned his bachelor’s degree in advertising and public relations in December 2018. Has volunteered with Husker Heroes, Uplifting Athlete and hospital outreach events. Pro Day – measured 5116, 222, did 19 reps, 1.60 10-yard, 2.65 20-yard, 4.54 40-yard, 37-inch vertical jump, 10-4 broad jump, 4.27 20-yard shuttle, 6.95 three-cone drill.

Positives: Quick, instinctive, shifty runner with excellent vision and cutting ability. Very quick feet. Natural weave and knack for finding daylight. Very good patience and anticipation, but runs hard and is very decisive. Fine balance and determination. Slips tackles and doesn’t go down without a fight. Moves the pile at times. Above-average speed. Reliable, sure-handed pass receiver with good understanding in the passing game. Very effective on screens. Steps up on pass protection. Tough and hard-nosed. Good character and leader.

Negatives: A little stiff and lacks any truly elite characteristic. Modest flexibility. Is not a true home run threat. Can use some refinement on pass protection.

Summary: Not super flashy but very productive as a runner and receiver out of the backfield. Reminds me a lot of C.J. Anderson coming out. Will be very effective in a zone running scheme.