Derrius Guice - Runningback - LSU
5’10”
212lbs
Position Ranking: 2
Big Board Ranking: 12
Size: 8.0
Lacks Elite Size
Compact lower body brings power
Capable of playing with good pad level
Small stature could lead to more injuries
Speed/Agility: 8.5
Lack elite game changing speed
Has ability to take it to the house
Relies more on vision and power than speed
Capable of making defenders miss with cutting ability
Power: 8.5
Lowers shoulder and hits like a truck
Runs angry and gets every yard
Tires out defenses
Vision: 9.5
Best Vision in class
Knows when to take 4 yards vs bouncing outside
Sets up blockers very well
Patient but not hesitant
Miscellaneous: 9.0
Willing pass blocker
Excellent ball protection
Capable receiver
Injuries derailed last season
Total Grade: 43.5/50 = 87
Strengths:
Guice is a powerful runner that has the speed to hit the homerun play. He runs with excellent patience and let’s his blockers open the hole. He’s smart and takes the 4 yard play when it’s there, but will bounce it outside if needed. Brings upside as a receiver but was underutilized at LSU. 3 down back with pro-Bowl potential.
Weaknesses:
Smaller build adds on to his already worrisome injury concerns. Was a different player in 2016 than 2017 so teams will be drafting with hopes he returns to form. Running style is aggressive and could mean a shorter career.
Draft Projection: Round 1, picks 10-18.
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