
Nate Starks brings compact, bruising backfield value with receiving upside
In the 2017 season, Nate Starks gave UCLA a small but useful sample: 10 carries for 46 yards (4.6 per carry) and 4 catches for 74 yards, showing he can contribute as both a runner and a pass-catcher. His 2016 season was more revealing, with 281 rushing yards and 8 receptions for 28 yards, which points to a sturdy, dependable style rather than flashy explosiveness. At 5-11 and 210 pounds, he profiles as a physical, downhill RB who can fit a team needing balance, toughness, and short-yardage reliability.