A question Bears general manager Ryan Pace and his staff have already asked themselves is: What if Ohio State’s franchise running back Ezekiel Elliott is available when they’re on the clock at No. 11? Elliott is as close to a can’t-miss prospect as there is in this year’s NFL draft. But, because the running back position has become devalued in the league in recent years due to the emphasis on throwing the ball, Elliott could fall out of the top 10. advertisement NFL draft: Top 10 running backs Name, school Ht. Wt. 40-timeEzekiel Elliott, Ohio State 6-0 225 4.47Do-it-all RB with rare size-speed combo with no weaknesses. Instant difference-maker is clearly the best at his position.Derrick Henry, Alabama 6-3 247 4.54Built like a LB with CB speed. Can punish a defense with bulk strength and power but lacks quickness and pass-catching ability.Jordan Howard, Indiana 6-0 230 4.56More a between-the-tackles banger than big-play threat. Will take big hits with upright run style. Good vision and some elusiveness.Alex Collins, Arkansas 5-10 217 4.59Tougher than a $5 steak, finishes runs and has a nose for endzone. Has quickness, vision, agility despite mediocre speed…
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