Derrius Guice

Leonard Fournette draws the most attention out of the LSU backfield, but LSU has a best-kept secret that’s not much of a secret anymore in Guice. The rising sophomore shined in limited action behind Fournette, averaging a staggering 8.5 yards per carry to lead all running backs with at least 50 carries. Guice’s measurements (5-11, 222) might suggest he’s more of a between-the-tackles pile-pusher, but he also possesses the speed, quickness, and agility of a smaller third down back. All of those traits are evident with Guice, which makes him such a complete back and a home run threat. Again, Fournette will get the bulk of the work out of the backfield this season, but Guice should push for triple-digit carries and with that he’ll be a threat to get within striking distance of 1,000 yards as the second back in the LSU offense.