Wayne Arnold Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 (edited) Looks like running back is a need now. So let's take a look at the large number of talented backs that will be available in the mid-to-late rounds.Ordered by overall class ranking according to CBSSports NFL Draft team. The grade in parantheses after the ranking indicate the NFL.com rating. The players' programs that the Bills visited on Pro Day is indicated.116. (5.5) Marlon Mack, RB, USF, 5-11, 215, 4.50 40123. (5.5) Kareem Hunt, RB, Toledo, 5-10, 215, 4.62 - Pro Day125. (5.6) Samaje Perine, RB, Oklahoma, 5-11, 235, 4.65 - Pro Day129. (5.4) Wayne Gallman, RB, Clemson, 6-0, 215, 4.60 - Pro Day140. (5.7) D'Onta Foreman, RB, Texas, 6-0, 235, 4.46 - Pro Day144. (5.3) Jamal Williams, RB, BYU, 6-0, 210, 4.59148. (5.6) Jeremy McNichols, RB, Boise State, 5-9, 215, 4.49 - Pro Day156. (5.2) Corey Clement, RB, Wisconsin, 5-10, 220, 4.68 - Pro Day160. (5.4) Brian Hill, RB, Wyoming, 6-1, 220, 4.54162. (5.4) James Conner, RB, Pittsburgh, 6-1, 235, 4.65174. (5.3) Donnel Pumphrey, RB, San Diego State, 5-8, 175, 4.48180. (5.4) Matthew Dayes, RB, NC State, 5-9, 205, 4.66194. (5.3) De'Angelo Henderson, RB, Coastal Carolina, 5-7, 210, 4.48196. (5.3) TJ Logan, RB, North Carolina, 5-9, 195, 4.37 - Pro Day203. (5.0) Elijah McGuire, RB, Lafayette, 5-10, 215, 4.53217. (5.4) Tarik Cohen, RB, NC A&T, 5-6, 180, 4.42225. (5.0) Aaron Jones, RB, UTEP, 5-9, 210, 4.56261. (4.9) De'Veon Smith, RB, Michigan, 5-11, 225, 4.85 - Pro Day279. (5.4) Joe Williams, RB, Utah, 5-11, 210, 4.41 A lot of these guys fit the bill for big running back that would compliment Shady. D'Onta Foreman and James Conner intrigue me the most. Edited April 19, 2017 by Wayne Arnold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbflaBill Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Bias says Mack, as I've seen both his college and HS career. But MG is the much better back. Other than that, thats not a confident list. Perine, and the kid from SDSU who had a great career may turn into solid pros. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bangarang Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 (edited) Maybe I'm just in the minority of people who aren't too concerned if MG leaves. I certainly wouldn't call RB a need at that point. Edited April 19, 2017 by Bangarang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleveland Rocks? Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 This is the best RB draft I can remember Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bisonbrigade Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 If it the "best" RB draft, why are the Patriots signing Gillislee? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dbflaBill Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 This is the best RB draft I can remember Best draft for RB yet the BEST team the last 17years Would rather spend a 5th on the Bills RB, But the Bills know better and will find a better RB? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thunderingsquid Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Dayes and Logan looked great. We just need more picks. I'm hoping they are there in the 5th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
schoolhouserock Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Maybe I'm just in the minority's of people who aren't too concerned if MG leaves. I certainly wouldn't call RB a nerd at that point. I wouldn't call any of the RBs a nerd either - they'd beat me up and I wouldn't be fast enough to run away! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KellyToughII Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Bias says Mack, as I've seen both his college and HS career. But MG is the much better back. Other than that, thats not a confident list. Perine, and the kid from SDSU who had a great career may turn into solid pros. Perine the Tank baby!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cleveland Rocks? Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 If it the "best" RB draft, why are the Patriots signing Gillislee? Better question for them, but I'd guess it is because they don't draft very well and would probably take the wrong one. That's why they traded for Cooks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D. L. Hot-Flamethrower Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Perine, Foreman, Conner I've seen and like a lot. A big fat NO to Daveon Smith from Mich....slow, slower, slowest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan2313 Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Joe Williams has some character issues, but the talent is undeniable. Might be a top 2 round type talent. He gets my vote. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D. L. Hot-Flamethrower Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 (edited) Perine, Foreman, Conner I've seen and like a lot. A big fat NO to Daveon Smith from Mich....slow, slower, slowest Joe Williams from Utah too Edited April 19, 2017 by horned dogs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldTimeAFLGuy Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Perine, Foreman, Conner I've seen and like a lot. A big fat NO to Daveon Smith from Mich....slow, slower, slowest ....and from Whaley's alma mater, Pitt........hmmmm.......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Arnold Posted April 19, 2017 Author Share Posted April 19, 2017 If it the "best" RB draft, why are the Patriots signing Gillislee? Because no matter what they'll be right because Brady. Better question for them, but I'd guess it is because they don't draft very well and would probably take the wrong one. That's why they traded for Cooks. Or they realize the draft is a tremendous crapshoot and they'd rather spend draft picks on young players who have proven that they can play in the league. But regardless, the perception is that everything they do is great because Brady. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thunderingsquid Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Because no matter what they'll be right because Brady. Or they realize the draft is a tremendous crapshoot and they'd rather spend draft picks on young players who have proven that they can play in the league. But regardless, the perception is that everything they do is great because Brady. LOL true. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmsmystic Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 Best draft for RB yet the BEST team the last 17years Would rather spend a 5th on the Bills RB, But the Bills know better and will find a better RB? Pats are swinging for the fences this year. For 2017 MG is better than anybody they could draft in the 5th, so it's a no brainer for them Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wayne Arnold Posted April 19, 2017 Author Share Posted April 19, 2017 Pats are swinging for the fences this year. For 2017 MG is better than anybody they could draft in the 5th, so it's a no brainer for them I think for the Patriots, 2017 is all about redeeming 2007. They're going undefeated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BuffaloHokie13 Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 I like Dayes & McGuire on that list Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dorkington Posted April 19, 2017 Share Posted April 19, 2017 I think for the Patriots, 2017 is all about redeeming 2007. They're going undefeated. At this point, anything less would be a disappointment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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