Studs, Duds, and Sleepers: Running Backs
By Thomas Welte
![NORMAN, OK - SEPTEMBER 01: Running back Rodney Anderson #24 of the Oklahoma Sooners breaks through the Florida Atlantic Owls defense at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on September 1, 2018 in Norman, Oklahoma. The Sooners defeated the Owls 63-14. (Photo by Brett Deering/Getty Images) NORMAN, OK - SEPTEMBER 01: Running back Rodney Anderson #24 of the Oklahoma Sooners breaks through the Florida Atlantic Owls defense at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on September 1, 2018 in Norman, Oklahoma. The Sooners defeated the Owls 63-14. (Photo by Brett Deering/Getty Images)](https://images2.minutemediacdn.com/image/upload/c_fill,w_720,ar_16:9,f_auto,q_auto,g_auto/shape/cover/sport/68ffd803a38f49efcfbaaf9bb7505fdd40e48ab62c0be33c877aadcb0bdab5fe.jpg)
Sleeper: Darrell Henderson, Memphis
Darrell Henderson is a homerun hitter for the Memphis Tigers who doesn’t get much recognition despite having traits that are valued in the modern NFL. Henderson is fast, versatile, and a reliable option in the pass game. He can play a variety of roles as a receiving back but is no slouch as a runner. He makes quick decisions and has underrated balance. He doesn’t shy away from contact and can be productive between the tackles. There will be concerns about size, strength, and level of competition, but Henderson’s production speaks for itself. Henderson is likely a day 2 prospect, and he likely will end up making an NFL team very happy.