Why Kenneth Dixon Is Among Top Playmakers in 2016 NFL Draft

February 15, 2016   ·   Ian Wharton   ·   Jump to comments

The 2016 NFL draft is filled with potential impact playmakers at every position. Franchises looking for a difference-maker on offense will search high and low for the right value and fit. Former Louisiana Tech running back Kenneth Dixon has separated himself from the pack as one of the top playmakers in the class.
The 5’10”, 213-pound back from Strong, Arkansas, had one of the most decorated careers in NCAA history. A three-time All-Conference USA star, Dixon finished his tenure with 5,452 total yards from scrimmage and 87 touchdowns. He broke the all-time touchdowns scored record and held the record briefly before Navy’s Keenan Reynolds eclipsed his mark shortly after.
Dixon was a 3-star recruit, per 247Sports, who quickly proved he should’ve been ranked higher than the 51st overall running back in the class. He dominated the WAC in his freshman season with 1,194 yards and 27 rushing touchdowns. His NFL potential transcends the statistics as we turn...

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