Michael Dyer

Little Rock
AR
Little Rock Christian
RB
5'9
195
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MICHAEL DYER

If you're looking for a strong, downhill runner to carry the load at the next level -- Dyer is your guy. He has great body composition for the position with his thick, compact build and low center of gravity. Dyer's very quick to square up his shoulders and accelerate north-south. He shows the vision, jump-cut skill and lateral quicks to slide through the small creases. Dyer will surprise you with his suddenness and burst, at times, through the hole. Most of his production is earned after initial contact, and he runs with good lean. Dyer blends excellent balance with a wide/powerful lower-body -- including thick thighs that never stop driving. Players are not going to arm tackle this guy at the high school level, and he is very determined to finish runs with great second efforts. Dyer displays good vision to bounce outside and avoid initial penetration as well as above average burst to the corner. Dyer shows good speed for a power-runner when he breaks free in the second level and a sneaky extra gear, but he is far from a burner. He's not overly elusive and we do question his hip fluidity at times, particularly if he lands in a heavy outside zone offense where he will need to consistently pick and slide through the hole. Dyer is physically superior to his competition on film, but Dyer still projects very well at the next level as a featured back with the rare combination of speed and power to wear down a defense in a high-carry type role. Dyer's polished hands and receiving skills out of the backfield add to his upside. This kid's a great college prospect.