Round 7: L.J. Scott
The Baltimore Ravens sure do love their power-runners. If the Ravens plan to maintain that style of rushing, then L.J. Scott is just the guy they’re looking for.
Scott has the makings of a dominant between-the-tackles, downhill type of runner. Between his thick build of 6’0″ 227-lbs. and the tape he provides, Scott brings back memories of old-school, smash-mouth football. Scott just screams “closer,” in the sense that once your team is winning you bring out Scott to take bulk carries and break the will of the opposing defense. Up by four and need to chew some clock? Give Scott a few carries and let him beat up some tired defenders.
As big and strong as Scott may be, ankle injuries severely slowed him down in 2018. Because of this, his production took a major hit and his draft stock plummeted. Often times, we discuss smaller backs as injury prone and overlook that big, bruising running backs are just as susceptible to injuries. Unfortunately, Scott fell into that category.
All is not lost, of course. Ankle injuries heal easier than other issues, and the break Scott has had will be huge for his recovery. Once he’s fully healthy, Scott will once again resume his role as a punisher, and the Ravens often feel like they can never have too many of those kind of running backs.
The Baltimore Ravens are in serious need of an influx of talent at the running back position this off-season. The 2019 NFL Draft will be there best chance to do this, and there’s plenty of talent in each round to provide upgrades.