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With the 2018 NFL Draft in the books, it is only fair to dish out some awards for a job well done by a number of teams across the NFL. It also doesn’t hurt to look at which teams may have made regrettable picks.
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Best Value Pick Day 2:
Washington Redskins: Derrius Guice, RB, LSU This pick was an easy choice; I thought Redskins Senior Vice President of Player Personnel Doug Williams made the best pick of the second day of the draft when he took Guice. Not only was Guice a steal in Round 2, but Williams was able to trade down before selecting the talented back. Guice fell from being seen as late first-rounder to being a late second-round pick because of character concerns. Almost the same situation happened last year with Dalvin Cook, who was my “Best Value Pick Day 2” selection, and that selection looks like a huge steal for Minnesota.
There is a lot to like about Guice as the engine for a rushing attack in the NFL. He finishes his runs dishing out some punishment; he is a tough runner between the tackles and his legs don’t go dead on contact when bigger defenders hit him or get a hold of him. Guice will run through tackles, break free from defenders, and is difficult to get on the ground. One could debate on the kind of back Guice will be in the NFL, but the end result is that he has elements of power and quickness to be a well-balanced runner. He has a burst to the hole and a second gear to break free for long gains. Guice has good vision and moves in the open field. He isn’t limited to being a North-South runner, possessing the cutting ability to weave around a defense and dodge defenders in the open field. His lateral quickness makes him tough at the second level, as he is able to dodge defenders while accelerating for more yardage. Guice has the ability to serve as a three-down starter in the NFL’s passing-driven game.
Early in his career, I think that Guice could become a Pro Bowl running back for Washington. Quickly, Guice should be the lead back for the Redskins’ offense, and they have a good offensive line that should be effective at opening holes for him. Washington also has strong leadership for Guice in the locker room and coaching staff, but also with Doug Williams and team president Bruce Allen, who have had success working with players from tough backgrounds. The Redskins were a great landing spot for Guice, and it wouldn’t surprise me if this pick really works out.
Honorable mentions: Green Bay Packers cornerback Josh Jackson, Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb, Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson, Carolina Panthers cornerback Donte Jackson, Atlanta Falcons cornerback Isaiah Oliver, Seattle Seahawks defensive end Rasheem Green, Oakland Raiders defensive end Arden Key and Jacksonville Jaguars safety Ronnie Harrison.
2017 Winner: Dalvin Cook, Vikings
2016 Winner: Myles Jack, Jaguars
2015 Winner: Jaelen Strong, Texans
2014 Winner: Carlos Hyde, 49ers & Louis Nix, Texans
2013 Winner: Eddie Lacy, Packers
2012 Winner: Janoris Jenkins, Rams
Once again, pass along your thoughts on these awards and the 2018 NFL Draft. I may together a mail bag that answers questions/comments sent via email [email protected] or on Twitter @draftcampbell.
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