7 potential replacements for Todd Gurley at RB

The Los Angeles Rams moved on from Todd Gurley on Thursday, releasing the star running back in a cap-saving move. They now have a hole atop their depth chart at running back, which will need to be filled. There are countless options out there, both …

Devonta Freeman, free agent

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Freeman was cut by the Falcons after a terrible 2019 season. He gained only 656 yards on 184 attempts (3.6 yards per carry), scoring two touchdowns on the ground. He’s always been a capable receiver, though, and still caught 59 passes for 410 yards last season.

Freeman wouldn’t count against the compensatory pick formula and while he has similar traits to Henderson, he’d be a nice addition to the roster. Durability is a concern, but if healthy and with a good offensive line, Freeman could get back to the way he played from 2015-2017 as a dual-threat weapon.