Jay Ajayi: Latest News, Rumors and Speculation on RB's NFL Draft Stock

In a deep running back class, Boise State's Jay Ajayi can be one of the best bargain picks in this year's NFL draft. The powerful runner is reportedly making his rounds, with multiple teams getting a chance to speak with him.   

Continue for updates. 

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Ajayi's Knee Red-Flagged by Teams

Tuesday, April 21

Tony Pauline of DraftInsider.net reported that a knee injury earlier in Ajayi's college career has caused teams to red-flag his knee as he goes through the predraft process.

Ajayi's agent, Erik Burkhardt, denied reports that Ajayi was asked to attend the NFL combine medical recheck. 

The issue isn't if he can play in 2015, it's about his ability to have a long NFL career, per Dane Brugler of CBS Sports:

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But the long-term durability of his right knee is a “strong” concern, according to several league sources. ...

According to league sources, he is ready to play right now, but the question is longevity of the knee and how long will it hold up? Team doctors are unable to pinpoint a timetable with that question.

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Matt Miller Breaks Down Ajayi's Pro Player Comparison

Friday, April 17

Bleacher Report's Matt Miller broke down the best pro player comparison for Ajayi: 

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Ajayi Says Cowboys, Ravens, Chargers and Jaguars Showing Most Interest

Monday, April 13

Ajayi said on PFT Live that "he's gotten the most interest from Cowboys, Ravens, Chargers, Jaguars," per Pro Football Talk on Twitter.

Chase Goodbread of NFL.com reported on March 19 that Ajayi spent Wednesday going through drills and interviewing with representatives from Jacksonville, San Francisco, Minnesota and Atlanta. 

Goodbread also noted that each of those teams faces questions at the running back position.

The Jaguars don't have a proven starter in their backfield, the Vikings may be looking at their long-term future, with Adrian Peterson turning 30 on March 21 and facing a lot of uncertainty, the 49ers have Carlos Hyde ready to take over as the starter after losing Frank Gore and the Falcons need someone to improve on what free agent Steven Jackson gave them last year. 

Miller also speculated that the reigning Super Bowl champion New England Patriots could give Ajayi a look as they try to replace Shane Vereen:

In addition to speaking with those teams, Gil Brandt of NFL.com noted that there were "representatives from 20 NFL teams" present at Boise State's pro day Wednesday, and Ajayi "had an outstanding workout. He was really quick in his routes and cuts. He is a good receiver out of the backfield."

Even though Ajayi isn't going to be taken in the first round, his rising stock and all of the teams seeking depth at running back could help him move into the second-round mix. He has a lot of supporters after showing impressive skills in workouts, so the future looks bright for the Boise State star.