5 running backs who could interest Philadelphia Eagles in 2017 NFL Draft

Oct 24, 2015; Atlanta, GA, USA; Florida State Seminoles running back Dalvin Cook (4) runs the ball against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets in the fourth quarter at Bobby Dodd Stadium. Georgia Tech defeated Florida State 22-16. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-USA TODAY Sports /

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Dec 22, 2015; Boca Raton, FL, USA; Toledo Rockets running back Kareem Hunt (3) runs the ball against the Temple Owls in the 2015 Boca Raton Bowl at FAU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Duyos-USA TODAY Sports /

Kareem Hunt, Toledo

Hunt is one of the most underrated prospects in this year’s draft. In four seasons at Toledo, he ran for 4,945 yards, breaking the school’s career rushing record. The record was previously held by former NFL running back Chester Taylor. His 44 career rushing touchdowns also ranks second in school history. Hunt played in the Reese’s Senior Bowl in January, running for 118 yards on 15 carries. His strong performance earned him North Outstanding Player Honors.

The 5’11”, 208-pound back is a strong, yet shifty runner with phenomenal vision and a reliable pair of hands out of the backfield. On 856 touches in college, Hunt fumbled just one time.

If the Eagles want a versatile, trustworthy back who they can find later in the draft, Hunt could be their man.

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