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NFL Draft Preview for Former Gamecocks

By Jacob Elsey

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 27: Javon Kinlaw #DL14 of the South Carolina Gamecocks speaks to the media at the Indiana Convention Center on February 27, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)
INDIANAPOLIS, IN - FEBRUARY 27: Javon Kinlaw #DL14 of the South Carolina Gamecocks speaks to the media at the Indiana Convention Center on February 27, 2020 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images) /
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COLUMBIA, SC – SEPTEMBER 28: Rico Dowdle #5 of the South Carolina Gamecocks rushes for a 30 yard touchdown during the second half of a game against the Kentucky Wildcats at Williams-Brice Stadium on September 28, 2019 in Columbia, South Carolina. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)
COLUMBIA, SC – SEPTEMBER 28: Rico Dowdle #5 of the South Carolina Gamecocks rushes for a 30 yard touchdown during the second half of a game against the Kentucky Wildcats at Williams-Brice Stadium on September 28, 2019 in Columbia, South Carolina. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images) /

RICO DOWDLE (RB)

Dowdle was a 4-year starter for the Gamecocks, and led the team in rushing in two of his four seasons on campus.  His career with South Carolina was slowed by injuries, but he still graduated with the 15th most rushing yards in school history.

Here’s what NFL analysts had to say about Dowdle:

"“There are strengths and areas that need improvement, but when it is all said and done, Dowdle has pro size, vision and toughness as a runner. His elusiveness is created with vision rather than wiggle and he’s more determined than punishing as a finisher. His tape was great to start the 2019 season but faded after an injury in early October against Florida on his first carry. While he’s handled third-down duties, he needs to become a better pass-catcher and pocket protector as a pro. He may not be fast, but there is plenty of burst for inside/outside running. Dowdle has the tape and traits to become a three-down backup or committee running back.” – Lance Zierlein"

Dowdle finished his career with 2,167 rushing yards, 483 receiving yards, and 19 total TDs.  The former All-SEC performer could hear his name called on the 3rd day of the draft this April.

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