New York Jets: Post-Combine 7-round 2018 mock draft

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AMES, IA – SEPTEMBER 28: Running back Chris Warren III #25 of the Texas Longhorns drives the ball into the end zone as defensive back Reggie Wilkerson #3, and linebacker Marcel Spears Jr. #42 of the Iowa State Cyclones defend in the first half of play at Jack Trice Stadium on September 28, 2017 in Ames, Iowa. (Photo by David Purdy/Getty Images) /

Chris Warren is the prototypical power back. He’s like a locomotive. He won’t stop until he reaches his destination, and that’s either the first down line or the end zone, but he’s not a speed guy. He’s a doesn’t have multiple moves in the backfield.

That said, he does have other skills that make him an enticing late round selection. Texas moved him to H-back in 2017, and that upset him, but it was best for the team because of his blocking ability. The Jets could use him as a fullback/H-back in a blocking role. In addition to that, he can be used on third downs in a one back set too, both because of his blocking ability and his pass catching ability.

According to NFL.com, scouts question his love for football. According to Aaron Wilson of Chron.com, Warren “lost a few pounds” during the pre-Combine process. He ran a 4.69-second 40-yard dash, which is respectable for a power back, and benched 225 pounds 25 times, which was third among running backs.

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All in all, the Combine did show some commitment to the game of football, and dispels the notion he doesn’t care. Warren is a capable back, and the Jets should consider him in a rotational role. He can be a valuable role player to the organization.

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