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With only Devonta Freeman and (likely to be cut) Steven Jackson as the only two Falcon running backs under contract for 2015, it seems like a foregone conclusion that the Falcons will take another running back for the second draft in a row. Thankfully, 2015 looks like it's going to be another draft with a deep pool of running back talent. Here's a look at some of the top prospects for the year, as well as some surprises.
Top RB Prospects*
| Player | 40-time | Bench Press | Vertical Jump | Broad Jump | 3-Cone |
| Melvin Gordon | 4.52 | 19 reps | 35.0 inches | 126.0 inches | 7.04 |
| Ameer Abdullah | 4.60 | 24 reps | 42.5 inches | 130.0 inches | 6.79 |
| Duke Johnson | 4.54 | N/A | 33.5 inches | 121.0 inches | N/A |
| Tevin Coleman | N/A | 22 reps | N/A | N/A | N/A |
* Note: Todd Gurley was left off the list due to not participating in most events
Running Back Surprises
Jeremy Langford, Michigan St.
At 6 feet tall, and 208lbs, Langford has the size teams want. At the combine, he showed he has the additional measurables. Langford posted a 4.42 40-time, along with a 34.5 inch vertical and 118.0 inch broad jump. His 3-cone time of 7.22 seconds was good enough for his size. Langford may not be a true 3-down back, but his impressive speed likely increased his draft stock.
Javorius (Buck) Allen, USC
Like Langford, the 6 foot tall, 221lb frame of Allen is ideal and his combine numbers indicate he could be a good sleeper pick. He put up a 4.53 40-time, 35.5 inch vertical, 121.0 inch broad jump and a 6.96s 3-cone time. He demonstrated good movement skills and is a name to watch over the next few months. He could be a day-3 prospect worth investing in.
What running back are you most interested in?