His debut was fun, but perhaps the more encouraging sign was the immediate impact had by running back donta foreman. Hes a young quarterback who could be the answer for the houston texans. I agree with you man and it isnt a knock on foreman but rather a testament to just how much of a freak jstew was. Donta foreman is projected to have a better fantasy season in 2019. May 26, 2017 the houston texans entered the offseason with an extremely productive running game. The houston texans parted ways with running back donta foreman, the team announced sunday. Houston texans running back donta foreman rushes down the sideline for a 34yard touchdown, but gets injury on the play and is carted off the field. Mar 02, 2017 texas donta foreman speaks about leaving the university of texas for the nfl draft during a press conference at the university of texas. We evaluate our decision based on dozens of fantasy metrics. It was reported on tuesday that houston texans running back donta foreman will have to appear in court on july 31st after. Question the ball security of former texas longhorns running back donta foreman, who has been hard at work preparing for the 2017 nfl draft. Sb nation is the largest independent sports media brand, consisting of, and over 300 fancentric team communities.
Sep 15, 2017 foreman logged 12 rushes for 40 yards in thursdays 9 win over the bengals as expected, the rookie saw a considerable boost in opportunity after playing a meager two snaps in the opener. Houston texans rookie running back donta foreman had to first deal with the fact that he was arrested in july. D onta foreman is a 60, 200pound athlete from texas city, tx. D onta foreman born april 24, 1996 is an american football running back who is a free agent. Lance zierlein is reminded of a pro bowl rb when he watches him. Donta foreman and the future of the texans running game new, 27 comments join brb as we look at how the texans new running back will fit into the offense. Austin, texas ap houston texans rookie running back donta foreman has been arrested on drug and weapons charges. As the houston texans focus on getting more physical, pressure builds on running backs lamar miller and donta foreman lamar miller is coming off a yard season and looks to be the critical starter among a full houston texans running back stable. He played college football at texas, and was drafted by the houston texans in the third round of the 2017 nfl draft. Texas rb donta foreman is the most underrated player in the. If you just look at his size and speed, you think this guy is a monster, but. We present them here for purely educational purposes.
Donta was the one exploding as a junior, however, leading the fbs with 184. Donta foreman rb, houston texans the itch to reference deshaun watson is obvious. D onta foreman 2017 nfl draft profile including player stats, videos, combine results, and expert analysis. Buy or sell tickets book a hotel ticket transfer vet tix military first responders leos box office info longhorn young alumni. How does d onta foreman fit with the houston texans d onta foreman joins lamar miller in the houston texans backfield, creating a formidable onetwo punch at running back.
Learn about d onta foreman and other recruit player profiles on. Trumaine johnson officially comes off the books, but gm joe douglas has discussed creating the space now in order to sign ryan. Activated by texans, donta foreman glad tough stretch is over. Foreman was selected by houston in the third round of the 2017 nfl draft. Despite the struggles from the longhorns as a team, foreman solidified. Donta foreman finished his junior year with fbshigh. Texas donta foreman is a fast rising prospect who could push his way into the later part of the 1 st round donta foreman is a bigbodied running.
See what draftsite and fans have to say about foreman. Apr 25, 2017 question the ball security of former texas longhorns running back donta foreman, who has been hard at work preparing for the 2017 nfl draft, which begins thursday at 7 p. Apr 11, 2017 does d onta foreman make sense for the denver broncos. In the second quarter, texas would score two additional touchdowns on a run from donta foreman and a long pass from shane buechele to john burt. Having trouble deciding between donta foreman or mike tolbert in your fantasy draft.
Feb 03, 2017 d onta foreman topped 2,000 yards last season for the texas longhorns, but will he be able to translate his skills christian mccaffrey scouting report. Houston texans running back donta foreman rushes 41 yards during. Its also available for hockey, basketball and baseball. Donta foreman born april 24, 1996 is an american football running back who is a free agent. Houston texans running back donta foreman rushes down the sideline for a 34 yard touchdown, but gets injury on the play and is carted off the field. Nfl draft prospect donta foreman was one of the best players in college football last year despite the fact he had to overcome the loss of his infant son. Donta and his twin brother, armanti, were comost valuable players of district 24 4a while playing at texas city high school. Donta foreman 33 rb a threeyear running back for the longhorns who won the 2016 doak walker award and declared for the 2017 nfl draft. Could donta foreman of texas take over the starting job. The pff analysis team breaks down the prospects of texas donta foreman ahead of the 2017 nfl draft. The 2016 doak walker award winner, and secondleading rusher in fbs last season 2,028 yards is an upgrade behind miller. I havent heard anything negative about foreman s character, but the questions about his devotion to the game and work ethic will remain until scouts get to talk to him. Donta foreman needs a solid scouting combine to up his nfl draft.
Oct 17, 2016 texas rb donta foreman is the most underrated player in the country new, 20 comments the college football world isnt taking enough notice, but nfl scouts are becoming believers. Texas ex donta foreman proving to be popular prospect at nfl. Texas running back donta foreman may be making his way to the nfl next spring and be among a strong group of running backs selected. Scout ranked him as the 68th best running back in the nation. Does donta foreman make sense for the denver broncos. Jul 16, 2017 donta foreman was arrested on sunday morning and charged with marijuana possession of two ounces or less and unlawful carrying of a weapon. Houston texans baby photos 2018 houston texans running back donta.
Donta foreman is a 60, 200pound athlete from texas city, tx. Coming off a breakout year, i was excited to take a closer look at foreman. Donta foreman topped 2,000 yards last season for the texas longhorns, but will he be able to translate his skills christian mccaffrey scouting report. Jul 16, 2017 texans rookie running back donta foreman arrested. Wvu defense looks to contain foreman in backfield sports. Scouting highupside nfl prospect donta foreman ahead of the. Donta foreman football university of texas athletics. In a talented class of running backs, seattle could get a steal if the seahawks draft running back donta forman out of texas. Learn about donta foreman and other recruit player profiles on. Lsus leonard fournette and fsus dalvin cook are the mostcoveted running.
We attempt to decipher the dynasty worth of the powerful runner from texas. Though the nfl draft, they have managed to make it better. Clemson qb deshaun watson goes through drills at the 2017 nfl scouting combine. Nov 08, 2016 texas d onta foreman is one of this seasons breakthrough stars, as hes grabbed the attention of nfl players and scouts in 2016. If they get the answers the want, foreman could creep into the third round. Texas donta foreman is one of this seasons breakthrough stars, as hes grabbed the attention of nfl players and scouts in 2016. The third houston texans 2017 nfl draft profile from bob mcginns annual collected thoughts from anonymous nfl personnel is on donta foreman in. How does donta foreman fit with the houston texans donta foreman joins lamar miller in the houston texans backfield, creating a formidable onetwo punch at running back. Every week during the season, well send you an email to your inbox with scores, this weeks schedule, top performers, fantasy drops and adds, new debuts and interesting tidbits. How does donta foreman fit with the houston texans. Texas rb donta foreman is the most underrated player in the country new, 20 comments the college football world isnt taking enough notice, but nfl scouts are becoming believers. May 04, 2017 the third houston texans 2017 nfl draft profile from bob mcginns annual collected thoughts from anonymous nfl personnel is on donta foreman in the context of the rest of the 2017 running. Donta foreman football recruiting player profiles espn.
Foreman worked up to his starter status, playing seven games as a reserve in 2014. Apr 28, 2017 2 players with twin brothers drafted backtoback in the nfl draft for 1st time the 2017 draft brings a previously unseen coincidence. Football recruiting donta foreman player profiles espn. The 6foot1, 249pound junior wrecking ball is tops in the nation with 180. Between a slow recovery from the torn achilles tendon that cut short his rookie campaign and a coaching staff that seemed reluctant to trust him once he got healthy, he didnt even enter the lineup until week 16, when he lost one yard on seven carries against philadelphia. The associated press houston texans rb donta foreman was arrested sunday. Somewhat surprisingly, after making a free agent investment in lamar miller in 2016, the houston texans used a thirdround pick this year on running back donta foreman.
Donta foreman is a bigbodied running back prospect who features deceptive speed. At halftime, charlie strong ended the spring game due to worsening weather conditions. Foreman logged 12 rushes for 40 yards in thursdays 9 win over the bengals as expected, the rookie saw a considerable boost in opportunity after playing a. Donta and his twin brother, armanti, were comost valuable players of district 244a while playing at texas city high school.
Texas donta foreman is a fast rising prospect who could push his way into the later part of the 1st round. If you follow big 12 football, theres no way you havent noticed texas running back donta foreman if only by the numbers alone. Chatter around the 40 time is framing it as an emphatic victory for foreman, but it. Nfl draft prospect donta foreman reveals he lost a son during final season at texas. Foreman is considered a second or thirdround prospect.
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