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With the 220th pick of the ROD draft the New Orleans Saints select:
Brian Hill, RB, Wyoming
Brian Hill from Wyoming is a big, running back who can shoulder a heavy load. In 2016 he carried the ball 349 times for 1,860 yards, (ranked third in the FBS) 5.3-yard average, and 22 touchdowns (fourth) in 14 games on his way to first-team All-Mountain West honors. He added eight catches for 67 yards out of the backfield.
Hill has been productive, albeit against lesser competition but has compiled nearly 3500 yards in his last two seasons at Wyoming. He has good vision and will make the correct call in picking the hole and following his blockers.
He possesses nice cutback moves but doesn’t run with enough power for a man his size. He also needs work in pass protection. He has good hands but was rarely used in the passing game.
Pros:
– Excellent production in his final two years
– Works well between the tackles
– Has some nice moves to make tacklers miss
– Good hands although not used much in the passing game
Cons
– Not explosive and needs more strength
– Not a breakaway threat
– Pass protection needs work
What his Role Will Be:
Hill’s role will be as the Saints big, physical, move-the-pile back. He’d take over the Ingram role, especially as short yardage, goal line back.
Love this guy too. I had him #2 behind Williams when I picked. If Williams was gone I would have snagged this guy. Hes physical. Big time sleeper. I think he has 3rd-4th round talent.
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@Barrison your on the clock i believe