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The process of identifying which NFL Draft prospects are worth what picks and in what order is a grind. However, don’t worry about it.
Our task of doing just that here at CBS Sports is easier than it is for most, thanks to the guidance of CBS Sports HQ NFL analyst Rick Spielman, the general manager of the Minnesota Vikings for 16 seasons (2006-2021). The second position group in our series that will evaluate all of the various positions is running back. If you missed our wide receivers write-up, here it is.
Spielman selected multiple Pro Bowl running backs early in the draft during his time with the Vikings, choosing 2012 NFL MVP Adrian Peterson seventh overall in the 2007 NFL Draft and picking four-time Pro Bowler Dalvin Cook 41st overall (second round) in the 2017 NFL Draft.
Here we will go through the top five running backs in the 2024 NFL Draft as well as where they could be selected and their top team landing spot. Spielman’s thoughts come from his commentary on the “With the First Pick” podcast episode from March 13. All of the prospects below have a section of additional analysis courtesy of yours truly. Enjoy.
5. Blake Corum (Michigan)
Height: 5-8 | Weight: 205 poundsAccolades/notable statistics: Led FBS in rush TD (27), total TD (28) in 2023
Pro comp: Buccaneers RB Sean Tucker
“This guy is a short, compact [runner], may be the best vision in-between the tackles of all these dudes,” Spielman said. “He can start and stop on a dime. He can squeeze through a tight crease. He is elusive at the second level, at the linebacker level. His issue is he levels off his speed once he gets to the secondary. I’ve seen him get gunned down. … I don’t know about his hands. I don’t know about his pass protection, but I do think this guy is going to be a very efficient runner at the next level because he has, to me, the unique vision and that stop-start. These bigger backs have…
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Author : Garrett Podell
Publish date : 2024-04-05 13:47:34
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