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2016 Running Back Watch List

By Josh Keatley

Apr 16, 2016; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs for a gain during the Spring Game at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 16, 2016; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs for a gain during the Spring Game at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-USA TODAY Sports /
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Apr 16, 2016; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs for a gain during the Spring Game at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 16, 2016; Baton Rouge, LA, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) runs for a gain during the Spring Game at Tiger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Bush-USA TODAY Sports /

Earlier we focused on the most intriguing NFL prospects at the quarterback position and there was some negative feedback. Remember that these lists focus on NFL potential and those players who have already left an impression on scouts.

A guy like Bri’onte Dunn has a great opportunity to make a mark, but he is not on this list due to a lack of film. The runners below showed flashes of excellence, but most of them have something to prove.

Dec 29, 2015; Houston, TX, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) carries the ball as Texas Tech Red Raiders linebacker Micah Awe (18) tackles in the second half at NRG Stadium. The Tigers won 56-27. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 29, 2015; Houston, TX, USA; LSU Tigers running back Leonard Fournette (7) carries the ball as Texas Tech Red Raiders linebacker Micah Awe (18) tackles in the second half at NRG Stadium. The Tigers won 56-27. Mandatory Credit: Thomas B. Shea-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Leonard Fournette, LSU, 6-1, 230 lbs., Jr.: Fournette has the easiest job on this list, because all he has to due is remain healthy and prove his durability to remain in the discussion as top pick. Throughout his career he has shown similarities to superstars like Bo Jackson and Adrian Peterson.

Fournette has the kind of talent that should allow him to make an easy transition to the NFL and it would not be shocking if he was the first back selected.

Next: Dalvin Cook, Florida St.

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