He’s got the ability to run at a high rate of speed and move and bend without slowing down,” said Vrabel. “He can run through traffic without losing speed. Guys that cover kicks and maintain their speed in traffic are what you’re looking for.” Vrabel sees Ebner’s rugby background as a plus. “Whether you play rugby or wrestle as in Stephen Neal’s case, you develop good balance, good body control. When you are a national caliber athlete in a sport, chances are there will be carryover.