2015 NFL Draft: The Big Ten is sending five great running backs to the pros
By Daniel
Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports
Many people associate the SEC as the top conference in college football in almost every category. However, when it comes to running back prospects for the 2015 NFL Draft, that title belongs to the Big Ten. Five great backs will be drafted into the NFL with potential to make an impact as early as next fall.
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The SEC may get more running backs selected in the draft, I guarantee it will, but the talent of the Big Ten’s top five running backs reigns supreme. Last season was a big year for the Big Ten as it regained a little bit of prestige. This of course was due to Ohio State winning the National Championship, as well as Michigan State’s bowl win over Baylor and Wisconsin’s victory against Auburn. The Big Ten’s running backs had a lot to do with that success.
After the NFL Scouting Combine these five running backs are looking as dangerous as ever.
Who are the five running backs from the Big Ten that will be drafted in 2015? I’m certain you know the best of the bunch and you can probably name one or two others. However, there are five running backs from the Big Ten that are truly deserving of mention as the draft approaches. This could be the Big Ten’s best draft class of all-time at the running back position — of course we won’t know that for some time.
This list of five backs features bruising runners, speedy backs, and all-around NFL ready talent. Is your favorite NFL team in the market for a running back? If so, it might be wise to learn all about these exciting prospects now.
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