Vikings free agency 2017: What running backs are available?
By Adam Patrick
Latavius Murray
- 27-years-old
- 6-foot-3, 225 pounds
2016 stats (in 14 games with the Oakland Raiders):
- 195 carries, 788 rushing yards, 12 rushing touchdowns
- 33 catches, 264 receiving yards, 2 fumbles
Murray could become a top candidate as Minnesota’s new starting running back if the team decides to part ways with Peterson. If he decides to not re-sign with Oakland this year, Murray is going to be looking to join a team in need of a new starter in their backfield.
The running back is in the mold of what most teams are looking for in the position these days. His ability to run and catch out of the backfield definitely gives an offense more options when it comes to play calling (something the Vikings have been lacking in recent years).
Given his age, Murray still has at least three or four more good years of football to play in his NFL career. This will likely be his last opportunity to command a big-money contract, so Minnesota may opt to look elsewhere if Murray ends up being out of their price range.