As the Broncos head toward training camp, DenverBroncos.com is taking a detailed look at several members of this year's rookie class. And aside from Denver's coaching staff, who better to call than their college coaches? These players honed their techniques while at school, and their coaches know better than most what to expect from these rookies.

The series continues with former Oregon head coach Willie Taggart and Boston College head coach Steve Addazio, who reflected on Royce Freeman and Isaac Yiadom, respectively.

Former Oregon head Coach Willie Taggart on running back Royce Freeman:

AD: Can you give me a scouting report on Royce?

WT: We all know his size and all that, but he's a smart football player. Athletically, he has everything you need from the running back position. He does a great job reading the blocks, making the jump cuts that you need. I was more impressed with the way he studied the game. I thought he took a leap forward that we were there just studying football and understanding the blocking schemes. I'll tell you one that really helped him: He spent a lot of time in the offensive line room, learning who they were taught to block — whether it's pass or run. I really think it helped him understand the game a little better.

What was it like to coach Royce on a personal level?

WT: It was great to coach him, because he was always willing to learn. He wanted to be the best at what he did, and he was a great team player. It's always easy to coach those type of guys. He was always willing to learn.

AD: If there's an area of his game where he needs to improve, where do you think that is?