Las Vegas Raiders top pick Henry Ruggs III is the complete package

TUSCALOOSA, AL - APRIL 13: Henry Ruggs III #11 of the Alabama Crimson Tide in action during the team's A-Day Spring Game at Bryant-Denny Stadium on April 13, 2019 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
TUSCALOOSA, AL - APRIL 13: Henry Ruggs III #11 of the Alabama Crimson Tide in action during the team's A-Day Spring Game at Bryant-Denny Stadium on April 13, 2019 in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)
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Raiders WR Henry Ruggs III (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images)

Las Vegas Raiders top pick Henry Ruggs III the complete package

Not just a speed guy

The talk heading into the 2020 NFL Draft was that Ruggs was the fastest wide receiver in the draft class, and he showed his elite speed during the Combine. However, based on what we have seen from him since joining the franchise, he is much more than just a speed guy, and there are no limitations on what he can do on the football field.

Between seeing him run excellent routes, and his ability to go up and make the tough catches, he is going to be a problem for any defense the Raiders face in 2020. He also plays the game with a fearless style, not afraid to challenge defenders and let his incredible physical gifts create big play opportunities.

During his time at Alabama, Ruggs also showed his ability to find the end zone, as 24 of his 98 career catches went for a score. While teammate Jerry Jeudy was the overall favorite to be the first wideout selected, Ruggs was a guy the franchise had at the top of their board at the position group, and Gruden was ecstatic when they selected him at No. 12 overall.

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