Question for App St. Fans

[Dave195]

I'm a Detroit Lions fan (I know lol), and I was wondering how you think Steven Miller's skill-set would translate to being a kick returner at the next level? I know he didn't return kicks at App St. because of his value to their offense. I know he has a good vertical and hands supposedly. Thanks!

[mountaineer in Cane Land]

man, that's a tough question, his speed is exceptional, has the potential to really be good, very quick, can change direction on a dime, but, he is on the small side, worry about his duriabilty. If he can get on the field with the offense, he will surprise you with his versatility. Last year he was a real weapon catching the ball out of the backfield, ran great routes, great hands, anything thrown near him he caught, I could see him becoming an important weapon as a third down back, and a strong backup for Bush. If, he can stay healthy, I think he will prove valuable to the Lions, and a strong value pick where the Lions drafted him.

[AppStsGr8]

I was impressed last season with Miller's running from the standpoint of waiting for / seeing his blockers before committing. Once he had the block, he had little trouble making the cut. The only problem he has is he's tiny by NFL standards.

[Dave195]

He's wasn't even drafted, he was a signed after not being drafted. They noticed him at Sam Martin's pro day. If he makes the team it would have to be as a KR so the size thing wouldn't be too big a deal. If he made team he'd be 4th string RB so he won't see much time other than ST. I hope he wins the job though.

[SpeedkingATL]

I think he has the proper tools to perform as a returner, but it seems the best returners have a special 6th-sense about them and the ability to almost see the defenders coming in slow-mo. Only time will tell if Miller has that ability. The one great thing about him is that he is not shy about contact which is often a problem with first time returners, especially at the NFL level.