NFL caliber running backs seem to be a staple at the University of Alabama but their recent performances in the NFL have led us to be skeptical of running backs entering the NFL from Alabama. Trent Richardson is by far the biggest bust of recent time after being drafted number 3 by the Cleveland Browns. On the other hand, running backs Eddie Lacy, Mark Ingram, and TJ Yeldon have had some great games. Their issue seems to be consistency.
The latest member of this Crimson Tide running back fraternity is Derrick Henry. We all know he is an absolute beast to be playing running back and his 6’3″ 247 pound frame is seemingly fit to take on all sorts of punishment at the next level.