Raiders add DeAndre Washington to backfield in 5th round

The Oakland Raiders have selected running back DeAndre Washington out of Texas Tech in the fifth round of the 2016 NFL Draft.

Washington represents a great pairing with Raiders starter Latavius Murray. The undersized rookie excels on passing downs, which should allow Murray to focus on running between the tackles on early downs.

The pick was announced from Mexico City, where the Raiders will play a "home" game in 2016.

DeAndre Washington Bio

Position: RB
School: Texas Tech
College Experience: Senior
Height: 5-8
Weight: 204 lbs.

Strengths

• Accelerates in a flash.
• Very shifty. Will make defenders whiff.
• Not afraid to run between the tackles.
• Surprisingly adept as a pass-protector.

Weaknesses

• Extremely undersized. Won't beat anyone with power.
• Small hands lead to ball-security issues.
• Has very limited experience as a kick returner and may have to prove his value as a special-teams contributor to earn a roster spot.

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