Perhaps more than any other position in the NFL, running backs have been able to produce from day one even if drafted after the first round. Some examples.
In 2017, third round rookie Kareem Hunt led the league with 1,327 rushing yards and third-rounder Alvin Kamara was the leader in yards per carry at 6.1 en route to winning Rookie of the Year with 1,554 yards from scrimmage and 13 touchdowns.
In 2016, Jordan Howard was a fifth round pick and has back-to-back 1,000 yard seasons over that span.
In 2015, David Johnson was a little known 3rd rounder who took over down the stretch to finish with 1,038 yards from scrimmage (YFS) and 12 touchdowns before having 2,118 yards from scrimmage and 20 scores the following season.
As you can see, there is value to be found at the position. So who can be the next Hunt or Johnson in the 2018 NFL Draft? Here’s a look at three sleepers that could pique your interest this season if they land in the right situation. Rashaad Penny, San Diego State (5’11”, 220 lbs) You probably s
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In 2017, third round rookie Kareem Hunt led the league with 1,327 rushing yards and third-rounder Alvin Kamara was the leader in yards per carry at 6.1 en route to winning Rookie of the Year with 1,554 yards from scrimmage and 13 touchdowns.
In 2016, Jordan Howard was a fifth round pick and has back-to-back 1,000 yard seasons over that span.
In 2015, David Johnson was a little known 3rd rounder who took over down the stretch to finish with 1,038 yards from scrimmage (YFS) and 12 touchdowns before having 2,118 yards from scrimmage and 20 scores the following season.
As you can see, there is value to be found at the position. So who can be the next Hunt or Johnson in the 2018 NFL Draft? Here’s a look at three sleepers that could pique your interest this season if they land in the right situation. Rashaad Penny, San Diego State (5’11”, 220 lbs) You probably s
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