Welcome to April. It’s officially NFL draft month and with every passing day, we get closer and closer to seeing some former college football stars get paid and possibly become stars. I wanted to take a deep dive into the majority of the familiar names from the Big Ten in the upcoming draft class.
Today I wanted to take a look at the former Big Ten running backs that could hear their names called during the 2022 NFL draft and try and project which round they may get taken in. This year there are a few former Big Ten running backs in the class that have the skill and goods to make it at the next level.
So, let’s get to all the fun.
1
Kenneth Walker III, Michigan State
Michigan State’s Kenneth Walker III avoids a tackle by Michigan’s R.J. Moten during his touchdown run during the fourth quarter on Saturday, Oct. 30, 2021, at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing. Credit: USA TODAY Sports Network
Kenneth Walker III was a transfer from Wake Forest who had a big impact for Michigan State as evidenced by his Doak Walker Award win. The All-American put the Big Ten on notice when he gained 264 rushing yards against Northwestern in the season opener. Walker finished his career in East Lansing earning sixth place in the Heisman Trophy voting and helping guide the Spartans to ten wins.
Walker is the best running back in the class with elite elusiveness and enough leg drive to make any defender pay. He can identify and burst through any crease and cut back into any lane with insane quickness. His biggest weakness is his lack of effectiveness as a receiver and backs in the NFL are expected to contribute in the passing game.
Projection: 2nd/3rd Round
2
Hassan Haskins, Michigan
Hassan Haskins, RB, Michigan
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Hassan Haskins elevated his draft stock in a big way in The Game by scoring five touchdowns against Ohio State. The All-American gained 1,327 rushing…
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