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2017 NFL Draft: Top 10 running back prospects

By Dan Dahlke

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Oct 22, 2016; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) catches a pass as Mississippi Rebels linebacker Detric Bing-Dukes (43) defends during the first quarter of a game at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 22, 2016; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) catches a pass as Mississippi Rebels linebacker Detric Bing-Dukes (43) defends during the first quarter of a game at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports /

Running Back Rankings: Top 10 Grades

1. Leonard Fournette, LSU (6-1, 230) — Film Grade: 86.5

Quick Take: Fournette is a rare blend of power, speed, and athleticism. He’s an explosive downhill runner with the breakaway speed to take the ball to the house on any given play. He’s a true impact player at the position. He can not only break the game open with a big run, but he also delivers the body blows with routine four, five, and six-yard runs that can wear down a defense. Despite the top grade, Fournette still needs to make strides in pass protection and ball security.

Traits: 1. Athletic Ability (9/10)  2. Speed (9/10)  3. Power (10/10)  4. Burst (10/10)  5. Vision (8/10)  6. Impact/Production (10/10)  7. Yards After Contact (10/10)  8. Route Running (3.5/5)  9. Hands (4/5)  10. Pass Protection (2.5/5)  11. Ball Security (6/10)  12. Toughness/Physicality (4.5/5)

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