NFL Draft 2013: Top Five Offensive Playmakers

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5. Johnathan Franklin, RB, UCLA

November 30, 2012; Stanford, CA, USA; UCLA Bruins running back Johnathan Franklin (right) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against Stanford Cardinal cornerback Usua Amanam (15) during the third quarter of the Pac-12 Championship game at Stanford Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee/Image of Sport-USA TODAY Sports /

Johnathan Franklin has inexplicably been flying under the radar leading up to the draft. Not only is one of the best pass blockers in this year’s class, but he is as well-rounded of a back as you can grab.

Eddie Lacy from Alabama may get more attention, but there is little doubt that Franklin can be the better pro. He brings you versatility out of the outfield and he possesses the skill and vision to hit the corner before make that one cut and galloping to pay dirt.

Franklin has drawn favorable comparisons to Frank Gore of the San Francisco 49ers, so if he can have that type of success in the NFL, he will be well worth an early selection.

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