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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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Oct 24, 2015; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Alvin Kamara (6) carries the ball against Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Reggie Ragland (19) during the first quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 24, 2015; Tuscaloosa, AL, USA; Tennessee Volunteers running back Alvin Kamara (6) carries the ball against Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Reggie Ragland (19) during the first quarter at Bryant-Denny Stadium. Mandatory Credit: John David Mercer-USA TODAY Sports /

7. Curtis Samuel, Ohio State- Late 2nd Round

Samuel is another undersized but extremely athletic running back prospect. However, he’s different in that it’s highly likely he’s moved to wide receiver full time. Ohio State used Samuel all over the field including working out of the slot.

His skills as a natural pass catcher and route runner are what gives him a great chance of succeed at wide receiver.

8. Alvin Kamara, Tennessee- Late 2nd Round

Kamara is an under the radar prospect who has tons of upside. He spent most of his college career splitting carries, but showed towards the end of last year that he can be just as effective with a heavier workload.

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This is an explosive athlete who can quickly get up to full speed. He has a downhill running style and doesn’t waste time dancing in the backfield. His attacking style means that he rarely gets tackled for a loss.

9. Matthew Dayes, NC State- Late 3rd Round

Dayes is a solid running back prospect who does a little bit of everything well. He has sneaky quickness that allows him to shoot through open holes. Dayes also flashes the elusiveness needed to make defenders miss.

He has had some fumbling problems which could end up hurting his overall draft stock.

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