Bills add to backfield by selecting RB Karlos Williams in 5th round
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The Buffalo Bills have selected running back Karlos Williams out of Florida State in the fifth round of the 2015 NFL Draft.
Williams will be a change of pace from incumbent starter LeSean McCoy. This raises the question of where Bryce Brown and Fred Jackson stand in the Bills' plans going forward.
Running back Boobie Dixon is also on the roster.
Karlos Williams Bio
Position: RB
School: Florida State
College Experience: Senior
Height: 6-1
Weight: 230 lbs.
Age: 21
Combine Results
| Event | Result |
|---|---|
| 40-yd Dash | 4.48 sec |
| Bench Press | 16 reps |
| Vertical Jump | 33.5 inches |
| Broad Jump | 117 inches |
| 3-Cone Drill | 7.16 sec |
| 20-yd Shuttle | 4.46 sec |
Strengths
- A natural runner. Gets lateral and turns upfield with ease.
- Excellent high-end speed.
- Strong vision.
- Good footwork.
Weaknesses
- Must run with lower pad level. Allows defenders to get under him and get a leverage advantage.
- Converted safety with limited experience at running back.
- Character concerns.
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