2012 NFL draft: LaMichael James RB Oregon

LaMichael James is Oregon's career leader in rushing yards with 5,082 and the first Pac-12 player to have three straight 1,500-yard seasons. Stanford coach David Shaw stated, "He's not a big guy, but he breaks tackles. He can stop and start. He's got some Reggie Bush characteristics at times," Shaw said. "And by all accounts, outside of playing us, I'd pull for him because he's a great kid. Everybody that I've ever had contact with who has had contact with this kid says he's a great kid." If Reggie Bush and C.J. Spiller are any indication it might not be an easy transition for James to make it in the NFL. James could be most effective as a change of pace back and will shine in the passing game. He also has limited experience in kick and punt returns, but his speed will make his NFL career. The Penalty Flag's Mike Presley has LaMichael James going to the Atlanta Falcons deep in the second round;