Quote:I'd say we spend a 5th round pick. Toddman can be serviceable and DRob should be much better in his 2nd season. Also Ace could take a few snaps in a Harvin type role. I dont see much logic behind spending a 2nd or 3rd on a rb with two backs already on the roster. A 5th rounder would provide depth and perhaps a backup if Robinson cant hold on to the ball

 

The logic behind taking a back in the 2nd or 3rd round is actually quite solid.

 

The "feature back" has been largely phased out in today's NFL offense in favor of either a committee or a more passing-centric attack.  There are very few guys who truly carry the load anymore, and the value of RBs in the draft has fallen in response.  Because of this, you can get a very talented guy who has the skill-set to be the "feature back" on the 2nd day.  Guys like Ka'Deem Carey will most likely be available in the 2nd and 3rd rounds, where their productivity and observable talent far exceeds the value of the pick necessary to select them.

 

Basically, most of the best RBs are going in the 2nd and 3rd rounds lately because very few teams are willing to take them in the first round.

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