... Slaton, and to a lesser extent Kevin Smith and Jonathan Stewart, demonstrated the value of rookie running backs.   Of course, they also show impact runners are not always found in the first round.  

On the flipside, the struggles of fourth overall pick Darren McFadden demonstrate the pitfalls of drafting a rookie runner too early. Of all of the positions, running back is the easiest position for a rookie to come in and make an early fantasy impact. 

Due to the risk of banking on rookie running backs, it is best to take select a rookie running back as your No. 2, or as a high upside backup runner. 

Don't be afraid to take a flyer on an unheralded rookie runner late in your draft as teams ar...

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