Kent Lee Platte
Jarquez Hunter was drafted in round 4 pick 117 in the 2025 draft class. He scored a 7.17 #RAS out of a possible 10.00. This ranked 598 out of 2106 RB from 1987 to 2025.
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Wyatt Miller
New Rams running back Jarquez Hunter had the 2nd-highest explosive rush rate (10+ yards) among FBS backs with 150+ carries in 2024.
That skill set will be a welcome addition to a Rams backfield that had the 4th-fewest explosive rushes in the NFL last season.
@RamsOnFilm
Rams 4th round RB Jarquez Hunter had a 278 yard rushing performance last season against Kentucky
McVay stated “He clearly has a competitive stamina about him. When you give him a vertical seam, he can run away from you. Some of the metrics we have on him are really impressive”
Josh Norris
This is why the Rams drafted Jarquez Hunter
a favorite of many out there. Was Auburn's entire offense. Breaks a ton of tackles. Battering ram. No gloves. No nonsense.
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Derek Brown
Jarquez Hunter is arbitrage Bhayshul Tuten in dynasty rookie drafts
Derek Brown
Explosive big play runner with 4th round capital surrounded by 2 talented rbs & could make some noise this year
I would be somewhat surprised if the Rams didn’t give Hunter consideration by the end of the year. He looks to be more explosive than Kyren and the Rams may need to have further information if they want to resign Kyren and if so at what cost.Sean McVay offenses ask a lot of RBs when it comes to protections and reads. Its a tough offense for a rookie to come in and succeed in.
I'd be shocked if Hunter threatened Corum for the #2 job this year and wouldn't be blown away if he didn't even pass Ronnie Rivers, and just played ST.
I have to admit that I'm not that excited about Hunter, but I got him late in a league where I have Williams. I believe the Rams like Corum too, and while I like Hunter OK, I feel he may just be a roster clogger for now. Down the road? Who knows. The way end of bench players get cycled out, he probably won't even be on my team by the end of the year, but I'll stash him for now.I would be somewhat surprised if the Rams didn’t give Hunter consideration by the end of the year. He looks to be more explosive than Kyren and the Rams may need to have further information if they want to resign Kyren and if so at what cost.Sean McVay offenses ask a lot of RBs when it comes to protections and reads. Its a tough offense for a rookie to come in and succeed in.
I'd be shocked if Hunter threatened Corum for the #2 job this year and wouldn't be blown away if he didn't even pass Ronnie Rivers, and just played ST.
Corum should get play time as well as part of that assessment.
Rams had Hunter at the top of their draft board entering day 3 ahead of the other backs and players who went before him. They traded up to get him as well.
Definitely an under the radar guy given the state of the Auburn program over the last few years, but I always thought he ran tough and had a bit of Ray Rice to him.
Josh Norris
"There is no question that's who I want"
"That was my top player for today"
Sean McVay on RB Jarquez Hunter
@32BeatWriters
"Hunter caught the attention of Sean McVay to open the week, flashing his playmaking ability and hard running style. His speed is always on display but McVay loved seeing his physicality and attitude on the field.
“I thought you saw Jarquez do an excellent job. He’s heavy. He's got a great body lean. Even though we're not truly tackling, you can feel that he is heavy through the hole. He has a really good demeanor. He can stare a hole through you. He’s continuing to show improvement. I think Kyren has done a great job setting the tone. I've been really pleased with Corum. Jarquez definitely showed really well today."
Rams possibly delaying Kyren extension as they see what they have in Hunter and Corum. McVay though said not to read to much into the number of carries that Hunter and Corum received in this practice.@32BeatWriters
"Hunter caught the attention of Sean McVay to open the week, flashing his playmaking ability and hard running style. His speed is always on display but McVay loved seeing his physicality and attitude on the field.
“I thought you saw Jarquez do an excellent job. He’s heavy. He's got a great body lean. Even though we're not truly tackling, you can feel that he is heavy through the hole. He has a really good demeanor. He can stare a hole through you. He’s continuing to show improvement. I think Kyren has done a great job setting the tone. I've been really pleased with Corum. Jarquez definitely showed really well today."
Football Insights
Jarquez Hunter college splits inside/outside the tackles with Kyren Williams and Blake Corum
Allen Sales
Jarquez Hunter getting first team reps.