He contends that a running back must be a once-in-a-lifetime talent to justify being taken high in the draft.

“he has to be of that caliber in order to be in this draft the other piece of it too you know you guys both got to experience this I didn't Freddy T you got to experience it on nearly the highest level and going in the top 10”

Chad Johnson maintains that tier-one running backs are essential because they are capable of carrying an entire offense.

“It's only a handful of them boards like they can really carry that whole offense on their back where you don't even have to throw the ball when it comes to crunch time and you want to buy some time and take some time off the clock.”

LaDainian Tomlinson believes that elite running backs provide value by controlling the game clock and resting the defense.

“The easiest way to win games is still running the football. I mean, because you take away the chances of turning it over and crazy things happening. When you can run the football and impose your will, you know, cut down on the game, you help your defense and all that kind of stuff.”