Source: Raiders RB Latavius Murray is a 'freak' and has a chance 'at a huge year'
ESPN's Adam Caplan:
Raiders source on RB Latavius Murray: "Has a chance at a huge year in this system. Because he is smart, physically a freak."
I know from talking to the former Raiders staff about him, they said he improved pass blocking last season.
Murray rushed 82 times for 424 yards (a 5.2 YPC) and two touchdowns, including an incredible four-carry, 112-yard, two-TD performance against the Chiefs in Week 12. He still averaged a solid (if unspectacular) 4.0 YPC when that game is excluded. With good size (6'2", 223 lbs) and great speed (4.38 40-yard dash), Murray has all the physical tools to succeed at the position. He even showed solid hands with 17 receptions on 23 targets.