New York Jets: 3 Mid-Round Running Back Targets In 2017 NFL Draft

The New York Jets need to improve their running back depth in the 2017 NFL Draft. Here are three mid-round prospects they should consider drafting.

The 2017 NFL Draft in Philadelphia is less than two weeks away now and excitement among fans is starting to build. This will be a crucial draft for the New York Jets as they rebuild a talent-depleted roster. One area that needs some quality depth is the running back position and this year’s draft class promises to provide excellent value in the middle rounds.

Let’s take a look at New York’s depth chart. Matt Forte is 31 years old now (which is ancient for a running back these days) and has not played a full season since 2014 with the Chicago Bears. Bilal Powell  enjoyed the best season of his six-year career with 722 rushing yards and 388 yards through the air on 58 receptions, but he is better suited as a superb third-down back with a sprinkling of 10-12 carries a game mixed in.

Gang Green would be well-served to seriously consider selecting any of these three running backs if they are available on Day 2 or 3 of the draft. Youth is vitally important at this position in the NFL and it would not be beyond comprehension to see any of these players earning significant playing time during the 2017 campaign.