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2019 NFL Draft: Should the 49ers look at Stanford’s Bryce Love?

A year ago, Stanford running back Bryce Love was considered one of the most talented backs in college football, winning the Lombardi Award and being named the runner-up for the prestigious Heisman Trophy. It was the perfect time to declare for the 2018 NFL Draft, but Love wanted to complete his education at Stanford University before going pro and decided to stay for his senior year.

However, the decision has seemed to greatly backfire on him so far, as Love struggled in 2018, averaging just 4.5 yards per carry on the season. Even worse, the running back tore his ACL in a rivalry game against Cal on Dec.