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2017 NFL Draft Prospects to Watch: Dec. 17-24 Bowls

By Shawn Spencer

Sep 17, 2016; Mount Pleasant, MI, USA; Central Michigan Chippewas quarterback Cooper Rush (10) throws the ball during the second quarter against the UNLV Rebels at Kelly/Shorts Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 17, 2016; Mount Pleasant, MI, USA; Central Michigan Chippewas quarterback Cooper Rush (10) throws the ball during the second quarter against the UNLV Rebels at Kelly/Shorts Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports /
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2017 NFL Draft Elijah McGuire
Sep 5, 2015; Lexington, KY, USA; Louisiana Lafayette Ragin Cajuns running back Elijah McGuire (15) runs the ball against the Kentucky Wildcats in the first half at Commonwealth Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Zerof-USA TODAY Sports /

New Orleans Bowl: Elijah McGuire (RB – Louisiana-Lafayette)

Despite having a down season by his standards, Elijah McGuire is still one of the most productive and well-rounded running backs in college football. The senior has eclipsed the 1,000-yard mark on the ground for the third consecutive season and will look to close out his college career with a win over Southern Mississippi in the New Orleans Bowl.

McGuire has gained over 5,500 yards of total offense and scored 52 touchdowns since arriving on campus. While his 822 combined rushes and receptions have put some wear on his tires, he’s still the workhorse in the Ragin’ Cajuns backfield. Louisiana-Lafayette has leaned heavily on McGuire in the season’s biggest games, and the New Orleans Bowl shouldn’t be any different.

The 5-foot-10, 208-pound running back is currently projected to be a late-round pick, however he should have multiple opportunities to improve his 2017 NFL Draft stock. Although he hasn’t been announced as an official participant yet, it would be a surprise if McGuire isn’t invited to the Senior Bowl. He’ll likely get another opportunity to impress NFL teams at the Scouting Combine and his school’s pro day.

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