NFL Draft 2015: Top 10 Big Ten prospects

Nov 15, 2014; Madison, WI, USA; Wisconsin Badgers running back Melvin Gordon (25) rushes with the football during the third quarter against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Camp Randall Stadium. Wisconsin won 59-24. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Best-case scenario he’s Jamaal Charles and a contender to lead the NFL in rushing in a few years. That timeline could be accelerated if he lands with the Dallas Cowboys at No. 27 who own the league’s best offensive line.

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Melvin Gordon

RB, Wisconsin

Melvin Gordon had a record-breaking year when he rushed for 2,587 yards, the second highest total in FBS history, and led the nation with 29 rushing touchdowns. He finished as the runner-up to Marcus Mariota for the Heisman Trophy and will be a first round pick.

Running backs haven’t gone in the first round for the last two drafts, but those drafts didn’t have a back with the agility, acceleration, vision and patience of the 6-1, 215-pound Gordon. He plays faster than his 4.53 time in the 40 would suggest and has a cut frame that could allow him to bulk up to 225 pounds without sacrificing his home run hitting speed.

Best-case scenario he’s Jamaal Charles and a contender to lead the NFL in rushing in a few years. That timeline could be accelerated if he lands with the Dallas Cowboys at No. 27 who own the league’s best offensive line.

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