Top 5 Running Backs

If not for durability concerns, Adrian Peterson could be considered one of the best running back prospects ever. After a freshman season where he ran for 1,925yards (and 15 TDs) and contended for Heisman Trophy, Peterson struggled to stay on the field in his final two seasons at Oklahoma, culminating in a shoulder injury that kept him out most of his junior season. Marshawn Lynch is clearly the second best back in the class, despite concerns about his speed, he should be chosen near the middle of the first round. The most intriguing player in all of this year’s class could be Louisville’s Michael Bush who proved that he’s a monster when healthy, but suffered a season ending injury in the Cardinal’s first game of the season. News came this week that Bush will miss an additional two months.


Top 5 Running Backs

1. Adrian Peterson- Oklahoma
Junior: 6’2, 220
Projected: Top 10, as early as #3

2. Marshawn Lynch- California
Junior: 5’11, 215
Projected: Top 20, as early as #12

3. Tony Hunt- Penn State
Senior: 6’2, 240
Projected: Second round or third round

4. Michael Bush- Louisville
Senior: 6’2, 250
Projected: Second to fourth round

5. Kenny Irons- Auburn
Senior: 6’1, 230
Projected: Second to fourth round

Sleeper

Brandon Jackson- Nebraska
Junior: 5’10, 210
Projected: Fourth or fifth round