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Film Evaluation
Strengths: Crawford's biggest impact is … his impact. Despite his diminutive
stature, this kid is a big hitter. Crawford hits opposing ball carriers with his head up,
wraps with his arms and rolls his hips through contact. The offensive player stops
dead in his tracks more often than not.
He also shows excellent speed in the secondary and translates that into coverage
ability across the entire field.
Areas of Improvement: Despite his physical gifts, the technique — particularly
in coverage — of Crawford's game has room for improvement. He relies on speed
and power now, and learning excellent eye discipline and hand technique will take
his game to the next level.
At only 170 pounds, he needs to work in the weight room. His height means that
he'll probably never be a 200-pound corner, but he needs more mass to continue
being a big hitter at the college level.
Michigan Player Comparison: Brandon Harrison was a speedster who had raw
technique when he entered Michigan in 2005. Unfortunately, he didn't get the
coaching during his career to live up to his potential. His physical tools were excellent, and Crawford should outperform him under the current U-M staff.
— Analysis from TheWolverine.com
