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Packers select RB A.J. Dillon of Boston College at #62

Adding depth, and possibly insurance, to their backfield, the Green Bay Packers spent their second-round pick on Boston College running back A.J. Dillon.

Dillon is 247 pounds but ran a 4.53 40 at the NFL Combine.

Here's what NFL.com has to say:

Built like a minibus but possessing enough vision and finesse to avoid being pigeon-holed as just a pure power back. Dillon is capable of handling heavy workloads and wearing down defenses, but there is a concern from evaluators that it's taken a physical toll on him. He's a disciplined runner who trusts his blocking scheme and follows his rush track. He's a good one-cut runner with below-average wiggle but natural power to create yards after contact. Dillon will find more space as he faces fewer loaded boxes as a pro, but dropping weight and adding quickness could be the difference between a future as a committee back or starter.

Green Bay picks next at #94 (third round), then is off until #176 (fifth round).

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