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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Sep 24, 2016; Tampa, FL, USA; Florida State Seminoles running back Dalvin Cook (4) runs the ball in the first quarter against the South Florida Bulls at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Logan Bowles-USA TODAY Sports /

Dalvin Cook, Florida State

Cook is arguably the best running back prospect in this year’s draft. In 2016, he ran for 1,765 yards and 19 touchdowns. He also caught 33 balls for 488 yards and another score. Cook leaves Florida State as the team’s all-time leading rusher with 4,464 yards in only three seasons.

Cook is a physical runner with breakaway speed and solid hands as pass-catcher. However, his ball security is an issue. He fumbled six times in 2016 and 13 times in his three-year collegiate career.

He also has character issues of his own. Cook was suspended in 2015 after he allegedly punched a woman outside a bar, but he was reinstated the following month.

Due to his off-field issues, Cook could slide in the draft and still be on the board when the Eagles make their first-round selection. Despite his character problems, Cook would be a terrific pick and immediately become an asset for the Eagles.

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