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Can Hilliard, Magee Continue LSU’s Rich Tradition of RBs Selected in NFL Draft?

March 27, 2015   ·     ·   Jump to comments

Five LSU running backs have been selected in the NFL draft since 2010. The Tigers' production of talented runners culminated during the 2014 draft when Jeremy Hill and Alfred Blue were both chosen. 
The program could repeat the feat during this year's draft. 
Kenny Hilliard and Terrence Magee are the latest tailbacks ready to join the professional ranks. They present different abilities, but both feature traits that could make them valuable additions to NFL organizations. 
Neither proved to be particularly impressive during the past season or at the NFL combine in Indianapolis. Yet LSU's backfield is always loaded, and each was given their chance to shine Friday at the team's pro day. 
The two combined for 1,012 yards during the 2014 campaign, but the duo eventually gave way to freshman sensation Leonard Fournette, who was previously considered the No. 1 overall recruit by ESPN Recruiting Nation. 
At 223 pounds, Hilliard is built more l...

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