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2017 NFL Draft Running Back Ranking

By Jon Dove

Oct 24, 2015; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers during the third quarter of a game at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 24, 2015; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs against the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers during the third quarter of a game at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 30, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Stanford Cardinal running back Christian McCaffrey (5) rushes the ball against the Washington Huskies during the second half at Husky Stadium. Washington won 44-6. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 30, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Stanford Cardinal running back Christian McCaffrey (5) rushes the ball against the Washington Huskies during the second half at Husky Stadium. Washington won 44-6. Mandatory Credit: Jennifer Buchanan-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Christian McCaffrey, Stanford- Mid-1st Round

I may be the only person out there that has Christian McCaffrey ranked ahead of both Leonard Fournette and Dalvin Cook. My reasoning is that McCaffrey is such a versatile prospect that he can impact the game even when the running game isn’t working.

McCaffrey is an elite pass catcher who can work in the slot and create space against top-level cornerbacks. This combined with his skills as a runner means that there are several ways to get him involved in the offense.

It’s also important to note that he’s a difference maker as both a punt and kick returner.

2. Leonard Fournette, LSU- Mid-1st Round

Fournette is a special talent who is more of a workhorse running back. He’s someone who can grid out the tough yards but also features the speed to break off long runs. Fournette has the potential to be the focal point of a team’s offensive attack.

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3. D’Onta Foreman, Texas- Late 1st Round

Foreman is a bigger back who also feature home-run ability. He has an explosive burst that allows him to shoot through line and outpace defensive angles. His ability to gain yards after contact makes him someone who’ll move the chains.

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