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NFL Draft 2017: Five Late-Round Hidden Gems

By Erich Hilkert

Dec 28, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Josh Reynolds (11) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the third quarter against the Kansas State Wildcats at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 28, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Texas A&M Aggies wide receiver Josh Reynolds (11) reacts after scoring a touchdown during the third quarter against the Kansas State Wildcats at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /
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Pittsburgh. Dorian Johnson. 2. player. 32. Round 4, Pick 8 (115). Offensive Guard

Dorian Johnson will help the Arizona Cardinals protect Carson Palmer in the worst way. He received more hits than any other quarterback in the NFL during the 2016-17 season.

Johnson has an opportunity to step in and start at right guard. He would form a physically imposing tandem with left guard Mike Iupati.

Johnson posted a poor 40 time at the NFL Combine, but had an outstanding broad jump, showing an ability to make explosive plays and move in space. Johnson stays with the play, looking for opposing defenders to block at the second level. While Johnson’s straight line speed might be subpar, he is excellent moving in space and has good technique.

Arizona head coach Bruce Arians mentioned this offseason he wants running back David Johnson to get more touches each game this season, so the Cardinals will rely heavily on Dorian Johnson to help with an already successful running game.

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