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HC John Fox is still high on Hillman's skill level. Speaking at the NFL Scouting Combine on Thursday, Fox indicated the third-year reserve running back from San Diego State has some upside. "I think he's a tremendous talent," Fox said. "He does give us great explosion as a runner, and particularly to the perimeter. I know he'll work very hard this offseason and try to develop and get better for next year."
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As PFT's Mike Wilkening notes, Hillman's playing time fell off after Denver's Week 7 loss at Indianapolis, a game in which he lost a fumble. He only played three regular season games thereafter, and he did not appear in a postseason game. Fox indicated that Hillman's mastery of the Broncos' offense needs to improve, which could come with time. With Knowshon Moreno
slated to be an unrestricted free agent, Hillman could potentially vie with Montee Ball and C.J. Anderson for more snaps in 2014. Also worth noting: Hillman does not turn 23 until next September, which works in his favor as he tries to gain an NFL foothold. But it's safe to assume he needs to pick up the pace in his third season as a pro if he's going to gain any traction at all.
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