Tiki Barber Criticizes J.J. McCarthy's NFL Draft Prospects, Questions Hype
Former Giants star Tiki Barber expresses skepticism about J.J. McCarthy's suitability for the NFL, citing overhyped abilities and a non-translatable skill set.
- Tiki Barber, former New York Giants running back, has publicly voiced his concerns about J.J. McCarthy being a first-round NFL draft pick.
- Barber argues that McCarthy's college performance at Michigan, particularly in a run-heavy scheme, does not translate well to the NFL.
- He attributes the inflated draft stock of McCarthy to excessive praise from former Michigan coach Jim Harbaugh.
- Despite McCarthy's successful season leading Michigan to a National Championship, Barber remains unimpressed with his pro-level prospects.
- The ongoing debate about McCarthy's draft position highlights broader discussions about the suitability of college achievements in predicting NFL success.