Cameron Artis-Payne to Carolina Panthers: Full Draft-Pick Breakdown

The Carolina Panthers closed their book on the 2015 NFL draft with the selection of Auburn Tigers running back Cameron Artis-Payne with the No. 174 overall pick.

Artis-Payne exploded onto the scene last season, picking up 1,608 yards on 303 carries with 13 touchdowns.  That was good enough to lead the SEC in both yards and carries, so he proved he could carry a load as well as do it with a degree of efficiency.  His 316 plays from scrimmage were eighth in the country last season.

Artis-Payne had the fourth-highest elusive rating against opponents from Power 5 conferences, according to College Football Focus.  That measures success in terms of missed tackles and yards after contact—in other…