Derrius Guice NFL Draft 2018: Scouting Report for Washington Redskins' Pick

POSITIVES

—A powerful, angry runner with legit 4.49 speed to pull away from defenders.

—Has thick, tree-trunk legs and will run through contact with the balance and burst to escape tacklers.

—A dynamic inside runner with the vision and power to push the pile.

—Runs pissed off and is rarely brought down by a single tackler.

—Is a patient, smart runner with the physical tools and vision to excel in the NFL.

NEGATIVES

—Injured in 2017 and limited in all but a few games.

—Runs with reckless abandon that could lead to injuries in the pros.

—Limited on third downs by the LSU scheme and needs reps in pass protection.

—Questions from scouts about his football IQ.

Derrius Guice RB NFL Draft

OVERALL

Guice is a natural runner with a physical, bruising style of play and the athleticism to back it up. He’s powerful, fast and persistent as a runner. Teams that want a power run game will fall in love with Guice’s skills.

GRADE: 6.99 (Round 2)

PRO COMPARISON: Marshawn Lynch, Oakland Raiders