Chicago Bears: 5 Late-round sleeper targets in 2019 NFL Draft

Devine Ozigbo, RB, Nebraska

The prevailing thought is that Pace will go after a running back early. In fact, some think he may go after one earlier than the Bears’ first pick at No. 87. There is speculation that he’d use some of the 10 picks he has in 2020 to move up and grab a running back.

Of course, we all know that Pace is like Trader Jack when it comes to the draft. He’s always wheeling and dealing to get his man. He may try to move up, but he might do it to get someone other than a running back. Nagy likes to go with a running back by committee so Pace may go after someone who fits in the rotation. That way, he can grab someone later in the draft and use his earlier pick on another position he feels is a priority.

That player could be Devine Ozigbo.

Ozigbo has a good combination of power and speed. He measures in at 5-11, weighs 222 pounds and moves well. He also has the explosiveness that helps him make big plays. In 2018, he had touchdown runs of 40, 60 and 66 yards. That was something missing from the backfield in 2018. It’s nice to have an extended drive grinding the yards on many plays, but sometimes you need the big play.

The Nebraska product provides that. He can explode through the line between the tackles, but he can also break outside and avoid would-be tacklers. He also has good balance. He can absorb a hit and not get knocked off his feet. Additionally, he can make aggressive cuts and keep his balance.

Ozigbo is effective in the passing game as well. He uses his hands well to make the catch, not letting the ball get to his chest, where it could bounce off. Also, he squares himself to pass rushers and effectively blocks.

Ozigbo fits in well with the main rotation of Mike Davis, Tarik Cohen, and Cordarrelle Patterson. Every one of them can make plays on the ground or through the air. It gives Trubisky more options and helps Nagy’s offense run smoother.