6 years agoNew York Jets running back Bilal Powell begins his eighth season as a Jet amid substantial concern regarding how many opportunities he will be allotted within the transformed Jet backfield. This combines with the lack of dynamic weaponry throughout an undistinguished offense to create a situation that is massively uninspiring for owners. Powell led the team in carries and rushing yards last season (178/772), while also pacing Jet backs with 401 snaps (38.6%). However, that count was just marginally higher than both Matt Forte (363/35%) and Elijah McGuire (267/26%), and the likelihood of another value deflating time share appears imminent. Powell's responsibilities as the primary rusher essentially vanished once Isaiah Crowell was signed to a three-year contract, and the former Brown should ultimately lead the team in snaps. Powell should maintain responsibilities as a receiver, and the best-case scenario is output that replicates his 2015-2016 numbers. Powell averaged 68.5 targets during those two seasons, which enabled him to collect 105 receptions for 776 yards. However, McGuire has also displayed enough ability to warrant a role within New York’s convoluted backfield. Powell’s modest workload will also occur as he operates with an offense that will struggle to improve upon last year’s ranking of 28th. Considering all of these issues, there is no reason to draft Powell before Round 13.--Phil Clark - RotoBaller