The 2015
NFL draft class is considered to be one of the better ones in recent memory
when looking strictly at the running back position. There were two guys taking
in the first round, but others should be able to emerge as well. People playing
in weekly fantasy football leagues might be
hesitant at first to go with rookies, but they will start to show what they're
capable of by the middle of the season. As of right now, here are the top three
options to consider.
Melvin
Gordon
At
Wisconsin, he was a workhorse his entire career. Now, he is going to step in as
the featured running back for the San Diego Chargers right away. He has the
ability to make big plays, but he is also somebody who can be very dependable
getting a lot of touches. The touchdown total will be average, but 1200 yards
or so should be expected out of him in his rookie year.
Todd
Gurley
How
healthy is Gurley? That seems to be the big question before the season. St.
Louis is optimistic that he will be able to play quite a bit this year, and
that is good news for anyone thinking about drafting him in weekly fantasy
sports leagues. He has the most pure talent out of all the rookies, but coming
off a major knee surgery is scary. His ability to find the end zone could make
him very valuable by the end of the season. For now, it might be best to wait
and see.
TJ Yeldon
Since
Jacksonville needs him more than Atlanta needs Tevin Coleman, Yeldon gets the
edge for the third choice. He had a very productive career at Alabama, some
wonder just how good he can be in the NFL. He had some fumbling issues in
college, and he is hoping the adjustments have been made. Jacksonville does not
really have the best offensive line, so that could work against him as well.
Despite all the negatives, people need to remember that he could still easily
get 1000 yards on the ground and 5-8 touchdowns.
