Round 6 – James Robinson, Illinois State

Illinois State, like Utah, hasn’t produced many elite running backs. In fact, they’ve only ever produced one other back who was drafted – Ron Bell in 1973. Robinson looks to change that. He’s second all-time in both rushing yards (4,444) and rushing touchdowns (44) in Illinois State history.

The questions surrounding Robinson will be about making the jump from the FCS level to the NFL which is always difficult. However, he’s been noted to be an extremely hard worker and has great vision. The lack of speed could be what keeps him from making an impact in the NFL, but he has the size and ability to be a back-up running back and special teamer.