Power Ranking Detroit Lions Opponents: Running Back
By Mike Payton
May 1, 2015; St. Louis, MO, USA; St. Louis Rams first round draft pick Todd Gurley poses for a photo after a press conference at Rams Park. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-USA TODAY Sports
51. . Running Back. Gerogia. Todd Gurley. 12. player
Todd Gurley is this low on the list for two reasons. First is the obvious, he’s a rookie. It’s hard to power rank guy that has never played a down in the NFL. I Do believe that Todd Gurley was the best college running back and the most NFL ready out of the bunch. But can he stay healthy?
Right before the NFL draft I interviewed Dr. Stewart of Shoreline Orthopedic about how ACL injuries affect NFL players. The re-injury rate is a bit astounding. I can’t help but think that Gurley will get hurt again.
Until he proves otherwise, he’s going to rank low on any of my lists.
Next: Reggie Bush