Trevor Etienne NFL Draft: Best landing spot for Georgia RB

Trevor Etienne had a solid season in 2024, his first year as a member of the Georgia Bulldogs. The former three-star prospect in the 2022 recruiting class ran for 601 yards and nine touchdowns on 122 carries while adding 32 receptions for 194 yards.

While he spent just three seasons at the collegiate level, Etienne produced in each year of his career. He is set to enter the 2025 NFL Draft, which is viewed as a strong running back class.

Headlined by Ashton Jeanty, this year's running back class is projected to have several contributors. That includes Etienne, who has question marks entering the draft but still projects to contribute to a franchise.

The former Bulldogs running back is projected to be a Day 3 pick. Etienne is viewed as a true three-down back who doesn't have much mileage and has the potential to immediately contribute on third down.

Trevor Etienne's potential landing spot in the 2025 NFL Draft

Trevor Etienne is unlikely to land a full-time starting role in his first season in the NFL, however, he could have the opportunity to play a role in passing formations.

NFL.com lists him as a good backup with the potential to develop into a starter. ESPN's Matt Miller also noted Etienne's pros.

One potential fit in the middle rounds of the draft could be the Las Vegas Raiders. The Raiders struggled to move the ball on the ground in 2024 following the departure of former first-team All-Pro running back Josh Jacobs. They ranked last in the NFL in rushing yards and 28th in rushing touchdowns.

Alexander Mattison, who led the team with 132 carries for 420 yards and four touchdowns, is now with the Miami Dolphins. Ameer Abdullah, who ranked second on Las Vegas with 311 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 66 carries, remains a free agent.

While they signed Raheem Mostert in free agency, he is on the wrong side of 30 and coming off of a down year that was plagued by injuries.

The Raiders will almost certainly look to draft a running back and Etienne could be a target in the later rounds, provided that they address other needs earlier on.