NFL Draft Film Study: What to Watch for in RB Prospects

What separates an elite NFL Draft running back prospect from a college star who struggles to translate to the next level? In this edition of the NFL Draft Scouting Seminar, we're breaking down exactly what to watch for when scouting running backs. Running back evaluation is far more complex than simply looking at rushing yards and touchdowns. In this episode, we dive into the traits NFL scouts prioritize when studying running back prospects and explain how to identify translatable NFL skills on film. We discuss vision, patience, processing speed, burst, acceleration, long speed, contact balance, lateral agility, footwork, tackle-breaking ability, pass protection, receiving skills, ball security, and overall football IQ. We also break down the differences between power backs, zone runners, receiving backs, and three-down NFL workhorses while highlighting common mistakes evaluators make when projecting the position. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.