The Real Story Behind Why Derrius Guice Runs So Angry

The former LSU running back has been dubbed "the ball of butcher knives" for his punishing, ferocious running style. But what fuels him to never go down easy?

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Derrius Guice runs angry.

Really angry.

He's been dubbed "the ball of butcher knives" due to a running style that inflicts constant pain and punishment on defenders.

Derrius Guice runs angry.

Really angry.

He's been dubbed "the ball of butcher knives" due to a running style that inflicts constant pain and punishment on defenders.

But what fuels Guice to run so hard? The intensity and effort he displays on every carry is not something that can be learned inside the weight room. The below video explores Guice's tough upbringing and the choices he made that ultimately led him to the NFL:

Now, we'll get to see how Guice's violent running style fares against the best football players on the planet.

Updated: April 27, 2018

Brandon Hall - Brandon Hall was the Director of Content for STACK. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist by the NSCA. He graduated from Lafayette College with a Bachelor's degree in English. He was a four-year letter winner at tight end on Lafayette's FCS football team. He's passionate about fitness,
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