Kansas running back Devin Neal is now a four-year producer for the University of Kansas, but where might Neal hear his name called in the 2025 NFL Draft? Below we check out his 2024 season stats, mock draft projection, and much more.
Where Did Devin Neal Project in Our 7-Round NFL Mock Draft?
In the latest mock draft from Pro Football Network NFL Draft Analyst Ian Cummings, Neal was a top-100 selection, going in the third round at No. 97 to the Minnesota Vikings.
“Devin Neal has the vision, running leverage, and energized athleticism to be the Vikings’ top stable back after Aaron Jones departs.”
Potential NFL Landing Spots for Neal
According to PFN’s updated NFL team needs, these are a few of the organizations that should prioritize running back in the 2025 NFL Draft.
- Cleveland Browns
- Dallas Cowboys
- Denver Broncos
- Las Vegas Raiders
- Los Angeles Chargers
- Minnesota Vikings
Neal’s Scouting Report and Measurements
- Height: 5’10 5/8″
- Weight:Â 209 pounds
- Position:Â Running Back
- School:Â Kansas
- Current Year:Â Senior
Heading into the 2025 NFL Draft cycle, Neal grades out as a top-75 prospect who could contend for early-to-mid Day 2 capital in April. In a formidable RB class, Neal’s blend of youth, experience, and two-phase production could help distinguish him on draft day.
In three years at Kansas, Neal has rushed for over 3,000 yards, and he’s also caught over 50 passes for over 8 yards per catch. He has an abundance of experience already, and yet, he’ll be just a 22-year-old rookie if he declares for the 2025 NFL Draft.
Neal is a ready-made NFL contributor at the RB position who specializes as a creative threat. While he has good running leverage and density at his size, what truly catches the eye is his explosiveness, bristling short-area malleability and foot speed, and devastating one-cut agility and flexibility in the open field.
With his brand of mobility, Neal is as slippery and elusive as they come, but he has enough baseline contact balance to keep his legs moving through solo tackles. He channels these traits with superb vision and creative instincts, and he also brings value as a receiving threat and blocker.
Being a shade below 210 pounds, Neal will never boast physicality as one of his central traits. To that end, he’s also unable to power through contact and finish forward when he needs to.
Nevertheless, with his elusive impulse, explosion, spatial IQ, and creative instincts, Neal can be a primary RB in a rotation with an extra dynamic kick.
Neal’s 2024 Season Stats and Game Breakdowns
- Rushing Yards: 692
- Carries: 117
- Touchdowns: 7
- Catches: 9
- Receiving Yards: 101
Kansas’ leading rusher and fourth-highest pass catcher, Neal has been a pivotal part of the Jayhawks’ offense.
He has eclipsed 100 yards rushing in five of seven games, including a season-best performance last week against Houston, when he had 134 total yards on 17 carries, three receptions, and two touchdowns.
When Is Devin Neal Playing Today?
Neal and the Kansas Jayhawks will face off against the No. 16 Kansas State Wildcats on Saturday, Oct. 26, at 8:00 p.m. ET.
Despite some momentum from their second win of the season against Houston last week, the Jayhawks face a staunch challenge from KSU, winners of three straight games and two ranked victories.