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Jeremy Fowler thinks RB Ke’Shawn Vaughn could have surprise fantasy value

See why Jeremy Fowler of ESPN believes Bucs rookie running back Ke’Shawn Vaughn could have fantasy value in 2020.

Leading up to the 2020 NFL draft, the majority of mocks had the Bucs taking an offensive tackle in round one, something that seemed all but certain after the team signed six-time Super Bowl champion Tom Brady. And, many mocks felt the Bucs would continue to make upgrades on offense in round two by selecting a running back.

While the Bucs did take an OT in round one in the form of Iowa’s Tristan Wirfs, they opted for defense in round two by drafting Minnesota safety Antoine Winfield Jr. Ultimately, Tampa Bay addressed their backfield in round three by selecting Vanderbilt running back Ke’Shawn Vaughn. The move surprised some, considering top-ranked running back Zack Moss was still available. But the Bucs like the potential Vaughn displays and think he’ll be a great fit for Tom Brady.

Jeremy Fowler of ESPN even  predicted that Vaughn could have some surprise value in fantasy football this season.

Per Fowler:

“Tom Brady loves a good running game, and the Bucs thought enough of Vaughn to draft him instead of trading for Leonard Fournette. Vaughn plays with an edge and doesn’t fumble, traits that could earn him valuable touches in a backfield with Ronald Jones.”

Jones had a solid 2019 campaign, finishing the year with 724 yards and six touchdowns. Vaughn will provide more support in the passing game, too, and Brady loves throwing to his backs. Vaughn might be worth a gamble for fantasy owners in the later rounds.

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Chad Reuter thinks Bucs could’ve benefited more by going defense in Round 3

NFL.com’s Chad Reuter believes the Buccaneers could’ve benefited more by going D in round three instead of reaching on a running back.

The Buccaneers grabbed Minnesota safety Antoine Winfield Jr. in round two of last night’s draft, a move many people liked given Winfield’s ball-hawking skills and ability to be all over the field.

In round three, Tampa Bay decided to an a back to their offense, going for Vanderbilt running back Ke’Shawn Vaughn. Vaughn was chosen ahead of Utah’s Zack Moss, who was ranked higher than Vaughn on many pre-draft boards, but Tampa Bay seems to like Vaughn’s potential out of the backfield, especially in the passing game.

But in his Day 2 grades, Chad Reuter of NFL.com felt Vaughn was a reach by the Bucs, and thinks Tampa Bay could’ve benefited more by drafting a defender, which might be why he gave them just a B.

Per Reuter:

“Winfield’s playmaking skills overcame his lack of size (5-9) and any other fears teams may have had about him. Bucs fans will appreciate his ability for years to come. Vaughn is a solid back who was probably picked a little too early. He should be a strong four-year contributor though, because his versatile skill set will allow him to affect multiple facets of the offense. The Vandy star, or another back with similar abilities, may have been available later; the team might have benefited more from prioritizing a pass rusher in the third round.”

I’ll defer to Bruce Arians and Jason Licht on the Vaughn pick. It’s clear the team saw something special in him and view him as the perfect fit in their new-look offense.

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This Ke’Shawn Vaughn highlight should get Bucs fans excited

Take a look at new Bucs running back Ke’Shawn Vaughn’s playmaking ability out of the backfield.

The Buccaneers needed backfield help and they found it in third-round pick Ke’Shawn Vaughn.

The Vanderbilt running back will join Ronald Jones as part of a revamped Tampa Bay offense that will feature quarterback Tom Brady and tight end Rob Gronkowski.

One of the things the Bucs liked most about Vaughn was his pass-catching ability, and this highlight below from his Vanderbilt days should get Bucs fans excited about what he can bring to the table in 2020.

Take a look.

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