Nicholas Singleton

The Player

Singleton is a big-play, space-oriented running back whose value comes from his explosiveness and versatility as a receiver, rather than from his consistency as a pure runner. Sharing the backfield with Kaytron Allen, he carved out a complementary role as the more dynamic weapon, capable of creating chunk plays both on the ground and through the air.

As a runner, Singleton is at his best when he can go north to south and build momentum. His explosive burst shows up in his ability to rip off chunk gains, as reflected in his strong explosive run rate. However, his vision is inconsistent—he can miss developing lanes or press runs without fully setting them up, which leads to down-to-down inefficiency. His upright running style and limited lateral agility further cap his ability to create beyond what’s blocked, especially in tighter spaces or when forced to redirect. His ball security is solid, and while he’s not elite in that area, it’s not a concern.

Singleton offers real value in the passing game. He’s a natural receiver who has a polished route tree for his size, and he’s capable of aligning in multiple spots and creating mismatches. He tracks the ball well and can generate yards after the catch, making him a legitimate weapon on passing downs. He’s also dependable in pass protection, showing the willingness and technique needed to hold up in blitz pickup—an important factor for staying on the field in key situations.

His durability is a question coming out of the predraft process; a broken foot limited his ability to test and participate fully.

The Draft

Once a Round 1 candidate, Singleton now projects as a mid-round pick.

The Projection

Singleton projects as a complementary RB2 with explosive upside in a committee. His big-play ability and receiving skill set make him an ideal change-of-pace or third-down option, but his inconsistent vision and limited creativity as a runner will likely prevent him from becoming a true feature back. Think TreVeyon Henderson lite.