Rating: Ranked #2 on NFL.com's top 5 running back list.
Senior Pro Day Re-Cap: Maroney ran indoors on FieldTurf. He ran one 40 -- times were anywhere from 4.47 to 4.49 -- then passed on the second because of a strained hamstring. He had a 35½-inch vertical jump, a 10-foot-3 broad jump and 21 bench presses. Maroney did not participate in Minnesota's Pro Day on March 6 due to a strained hamstring.
Combine Re-Cap: 40-time: Did Not Run
2005 Statistics: Maroney finished fifth nationally with an average of 133.1 rushing yards per game last season, when he rushed for 1,464 yards and 10 touchdowns on 281 carries.
Predicted to be Taken: First round
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What Are They Saying: ''Shows superb vision and patience to allow blocks to develop. Decisive, usually runs with authority and won't dance too much. Despite relatively small frame (5-11 and 217 pounds), running style reflects surprisingly good power and explosiveness. Breakaway speed in the open field and outstanding body control. Excellent ball security.'' - Vic Carruci (NFL.com)
''Fast, big-play tailback who just turned 21. With further development, he has the overall talent to be a good feature back, especially as a receiver and blocker. He is a quick runner with fine strength and sufficient speed to be a complete back. Has shown both the talent and the toughness to be a fine goal-line runner, as evidenced by his 32 career rushing TDs. On the short list of the Steelers, Jets and Cardinals to be selected in the first round or early in the second.'' - Rivals.com
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