3. RB Kenyan Drake
Kenyan Drake of the Arizona Cardinals is not an elite running back, but he is a solid option as a relief back and can be a decent starter if needed for two or three games. Drake can also catch the occasional screen pass and turn it upfield for a nice gain or a touchdown.
In other words, there is nothing flashy about him – just a dependable option when called upon.
The former Crimson Tide standout was never a starter at Alabama and he has rarely started in the NFL. Make no mistake, he is still a very good backup running back and he can also handle kick returning duties in a pinch.
Although it is rare when it happens, Drake can break loose for an 80-yard touchdown at any moment. He can snag a screen pass and take it 60 yards to the house. Drake can also take a kickoff at his own goal line and dash 100 yards for the score. He is versatile and very reliable – exactly what is needed for a relief back and third-down specialist.
Drake is going to command a premium for his services and while that may seem unreasonable for a backup, he is that good. It will likely take a four-year deal at $6 million per season to lock him up. Again, that is a steep price to pay, but if any backup running back is worth it, Kenyan Drake is that player.