LSU RB Jeremy Hill

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Back to Main MenuReal Estate TransfersBack to Main MenuLocal Grocery AdsSpecial SectionsLocal AdsLagniappeLSU running back Jeremy Hill, who averaged 6.3 yards per carry during his two year career with the Tigers, has been selected in the second round of the 2014 NFL draft by the Cincinnati Bengals. Hill, a 6 foot 1, 233 pound bruiser, was known for his tough, inside running style and off the field troubles, something that some thought might drop him down in the draft.Hill was the third Tiger taken in this year's draft, 55th overall.The Redemptorist High graduate rushed for 1,401 yards and 16 touchdowns last year in his sophomore season, the fourth best season in school history. He was named All SEC first team by the Associated Press.Hill dealt with some off the field issues, including pleading guilty to misdemeanor carnal knowledge of a juvenile in high http://www.49ersofficialnflauthentic.com/authentic-carlos-hyde-jersey.html school and second degree battery between his freshman and sophomore seasons. He was proactive at the NFL Scouting Combine, sending a letter to each of the 32 teams explaining the incidents and pages of character references.He ran a 4.66 second 40 yard dash at the NFL Scouting Combine, not great for a running back. His speed and pass catching ability were the top on the field question marks, although he caught 18 passes last season.But Hill has proven he can run inside and has the size to develop into a consistent NFL runner.It's the second consecutive http://www.49ersofficialnflauthentic.com/authentic-jimmie-ward-jersey.html year Cincinnati has taken a running back in the second round. The Bengals picked Giovani Bernard last season, a smaller, more agile back whom Hill should complement with his power running style. Hill provides an immediate boost to the Bengal offense, committed to running the ball under first year offensive coordinator Hue Jackson.