3 Realistic expectations for Donnel Pumphrey's rookie season

3 Realistic expectations for Donnel Pumphrey’s rookie campaign

Jan 28, 2017; Mobile, AL, USA; South squad running back Donnel Pumphrey of San Diego State (19) runs past North squad inside linebacker Haason Reddick of Temple (57) during the first quarter of the 2017 Senior Bowl at Ladd-Peebles Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Glenn Andrews-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 10, 2016; San Diego, CA, USA; San Diego State Aztecs running back Donnel Pumphrey (19) runs the ball against the California Golden Bears during the third quarter at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports /

The Eagles drafted a dynamic player in Donnel Pumphrey, but what can we honestly expect from him in his first NFL season?

In the 2017 NFL Draft, the Philadelphia Eagles traded up in the fourth round to select running back Donnel Pumphrey. There was tremendous depth in this year’s running back class and an obvious need for the Eagles. It wasn’t a surprise that the team selected one. What was surprising, was that the Eagles elected to take a “jack of all trades” back as opposed to a workhorse. We know that Pumphrey will be used all over the offense this year, but what can we really expect from him in his rookie year?

We’re glad you asked as we’ve explored three phases of his game. Click to continue.

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