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Redskins 7-Round Mock: Will pick, should pick, and dark horse for each pick

By Jacob Camenker

SEATTLE, WA - SEPTEMBER 03: Quarterback Chris Laviano #5 of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights fumbles as he is tackled by defensive lineman Vita Vea #50 (R) and linebacker Azeem Victor #36 of the Washington Huskies on September 3, 2016 at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington. The play was negated by a penalty. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images)
SEATTLE, WA - SEPTEMBER 03: Quarterback Chris Laviano #5 of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights fumbles as he is tackled by defensive lineman Vita Vea #50 (R) and linebacker Azeem Victor #36 of the Washington Huskies on September 3, 2016 at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington. The play was negated by a penalty. (Photo by Otto Greule Jr/Getty Images) /
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LOS ANGELES, CA – SEPTEMBER 02: Ronald Jones II #25 of the USC Trojans runs after his catch against the Western Michigan Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 2, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA – SEPTEMBER 02: Ronald Jones II #25 of the USC Trojans runs after his catch against the Western Michigan Broncos at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on September 2, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) /

Round 2, Pick 12

Will Pick: RB Ronald Jones, USC

It seems inevitable that the Redskins are going to land one of the Round 2 running backs that will be available. In fact, it’s almost set in stone that they will do so. They have been tied to numerous Day 2 guys, but it seems like Ronald Jones might be the one they have the most interest in.

Jones is a shifty runner with great elusive ability and breakaway speed. He was great at USC and he could be a three-down back in the NFL. If on the board, Jones would offer a starting option to play most snaps while allowing Chris Thompson to mix in as a change-of-pace back. But, Jones’ ability as a receiver will allow him to play in obvious passing scenarios, so that could give the team more options out of the backfield.

If Jones is on the board at 44, the team will probably take him. It’s just a matter of whether or not he’s there. As it stands, it seems like a real possibility.

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Should Pick: RB Nick Chubb, Georgia

In the event that the Redskins have to pick between Nick Chubb and Ronald Jones, I would prefer the former. Chubb runs with great physicality and he will be a true between the tackles threat at the NFL level. It’s also worth noting that Chubb has some good top-end speed and athletic ability. Had it not been for a devastating knee injury during his sophomore year, he could have been a top 15 pick in this class.

The only concern with Chubb is his inability to produce in the passing game. Sony Michel was the passing back at Georgia, and Chubb never showed much as a receiver. For that reason, he may only be a two-down starter. But, that wouldn’t bother the Redskins, who could use Thompson as the third down back. Chubb would provide the big, physical back the team has been looking for, and he would be the best to pair long-term with Thompson and Samaje Perine.

Dark Horse: G/C Billy Price, Ohio State

In the event that the Redskins eschew the running back position, they will probably go after a left guard prospect. Billy Price is a road-grade run blocker with solid abilities in all facets of the game. He was once considered to be a potential first round pick before tearing his pectoral muscle at the Combine. He might last to the middle of the second round. If he does, the Redskins will certainly consider taking him.

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