Carlos Hyde, running back, San Francisco 49ers
When healthy, Hyde can be a beast to slow down and tackle on the field. Unfortunately, the 26-year-old running back can’t catch a break and has never played a full 16-game season.
Hyde was selected in the second round of the 2014 NFL Draft and has a total of just 34 games on record. He has averaged 4.3 yards per attempt and has 16 total touchdowns on the books.
The Ohio St. product will now be playing out the final year of his rookie contract in San Francisco. Hyde will need to stay healthy and have a productive season if he wants to re-sign with the 49ers. If they decide to move on, Hyde does not have a very impressive resume to hit the open market with.
The work to save his career starts now for Hyde. Hyde will reportedly compete with rookie Joe Williams for the starting job.
The 49ers went to great lengths to select Williams which should have Hyde feeling nervous.