Grading the Las Vegas Raiders 2020 NFL Draft class

By Evan Groat | Apr 26, 2020

TUSCALOOSA, AL - SEPTEMBER 21: Henry Ruggs III #11 of the Alabama Crimson Tide runs for a touchdown after catching a pass during a game against the Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles at Bryant-Denny Stadium on September 21, 2019 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Alabama defeated Southern Miss 49-7. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images) /

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Lynn Bowden Jr. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images) /

Running Back. Kentucky. 80. 833. Scouting Report. Pick Analysis. LynnBowden Jr. player

Simply put, Lynn Bowden Jr is a baller. I really like the pick the Raiders made at 80th overall with with the versatile Bowden out of Kentucky. When you look at what he was able to accomplish in 2019 at Kentucky, it really is remarkable, as he was a do-everything player for the Wildcats.

Changing positions during the season shows he has a team-first approach and is willing to do whatever it takes to win. The NFL is a copy cat league, and Gruden is looking to take a page out of two of the more successful offenses in the league with Kansas City, and Sean Payton in New Orleans with his usage of Taysom Hill.

Bowden offers versatility as he can play running back, wide receiver, and possibly even quarterback if Gruden wants to really get creative. One thing is for certain, the best way to utilize Bowden is to put the ball in his hands and let him make things happen.

Finally, Mayock also mentioned the possibility of using Bowden as a punt returner, so the value the Silver and Black got from this pick is off the charts.

Grade: B+

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