Duke Johnson: Latest News, Rumors and Speculation on RB's NFL Draft Stock

In a 2015 NFL draft class that is stacked with talent at running back, former Miami (Florida) star Duke Johnson is emerging as a popular prospect in the eyes of talent evaluators.

Continue for updates.

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Kiper: Durability Concerns Impacting Johnson

Wednesday, April 22

Mel Kiper of ESPN weighed in on Johnson's draft stock, saying the running back has likely slipped into the third or fourth round of the draft thanks to concerns teams have about his durability, via Jon Machota of The Dallas Morning News.

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Pro Player Comparison for Johnson

Wednesday, April 15

Matt Miller of Bleacher Report broke down the best comparison for Johnson prior to the NFL draft:

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'A Ton of Teams' Expected at Johnson's Pro Day

Sunday, March 22

Yahoo Sports' Rand Getlin noted that Johnson's pro day is scheduled for April 1. Getlin reported, "Expect there to be a ton of teams on hand. Met with 22 of them at the Combine."

It is easy to overlook Johnson with Melvin Gordon and Todd Gurley stealing the headlines in terms of running back prospects, but the diminutive, speedy rusher is turning heads.

According to NFL.com's Bucky Brooks on March 18, scouts love the explosive skill set the former Hurricanes standout brings to the table:

In addition to that, Johnson is viewed as something of a football savant due to his knowledge of the game:

While there hasn't been much focus on running backs in recent years, that could be changing based on the fact that teams threw some big money at backs in free agency.

Johnson won't cost that much as a potential second-round pick, but he could possibly provide as much value as some of the NFL's already-established running backs.

Based on what scouts have seen out of him thus far, Johnson may very well be destined for superstardom.

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