The Facts: ESPN Redskins reporter John Keim believes Guice will make a big impact from the get-go. The Redskins made it clear they wanted to upgrade the running back position -- aside from third-down back Chris Thompson. So it would be surprising if someone other than Guice opened the season as the starter.
Diehards Line:Keim went on to note that Guice runs with violence and can create extra yards because of his style, something the Redskins have wanted. Keim added that Guice's main on-field obstacle will be the passing game. LSU did not incorporate its backs in the pass game like other schools. Guice showed good hands when needed, but to become a productive every-down back, he'll also have to handle the protections -- both in terms of understanding where blitzers are coming from and then from executing. But fantasy owners drafting Guice with the expectation he'll be the early-down back should take some comfort from Keim's report.