Good editors could put them over the top. Most would benefit from time spent on civilian newspapers. Too much copy is single sourced or not community oriented. Photography is excellent in a handful of papers. They don't get the editing that civilian journalists do.
Good writing is good writing, whether in uniform or civilian sector.
Good reporting is another matter. Some writers dug deeper. Many submitted little more than glorified press releases. But there is no reason this must be. Supervisors should ensure the best articles are submitted.