NFL Draft 2017: 7 Candidates to Win NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year
By Joel W. Cade
Washington. John Ross. 3. player. 56. . Wide Receiver
Joe Mixon. 3. player. 56. . Running Back. Oklahoma
This pick is a combo pick. The Cincinnati Bengals needed serious help at wide receiver after being shut out of the market in last year’s draft. The Bengals running game fell off the map as primary back Jeremy Hill had another disappointing season.
The Bengals remedied their offensive problems quickly by picking John Ross and Joe Mixon. John Ross of the Snoop Dogg fame is the owner of the fastest 40-yard dash time recorded at the combine. Joe Mixon is the infamous running back with the horrible video of him punching a woman.
Mixon is a controversial pick. But the Bengals taking a chance on a controversial is nothing new. This is the team who employs Adam Jones and Vontaze Burfict whose shenanigans cost the Bengals a playoff game.
Mixon is just another controversial player to land in the Queen City. He will be absorbed into the Bengal culture and thrive. John Ross’ connection to Snoop Dogg will make him an instant favorite in the club house.
On the field, these two players are the perfect compliment. Ross’ speed will take the top off the defense while Mixon’s running ability will keep safeties in the box. These players are the perfect complimentary pair.
The Bengals hit a home run with these two picks in combination. The Bengals offensive will be scary once they fix their offensive line issues. But don’t be surprised to see either one of these two in the Offensive Rookie of the Year conversation.