Kenny McIntosh  |  Georgia 6’0” 204 lbs.  |  03/03/2000 (23)

Kenny McIntosh was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks, becoming the 18th Running Back and 237th overall player in the 2023 NFL Draft.

COLLEGE PRODUCTION

McIntosh showed up to Athens as a four-star recruit buried on the Bulldogs’ depth chart at running back. He saw limited action, as D’Andre Swift, Zamir White, and James Cook all served larger roles on the team. He didn’t play a lead-back role on the team until this past season as a Senior where he led the Bulldogs in rushing with 829 yards and 10 rushing touchdowns. But what may be even more impressive is that he finished third on the team in receptions (43) and receiving yards (505), as he helped Georgia pull off their second-straight National Title victory.  

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STRENGTHS

Shows an impressive burst through the line of scrimmage. Able to bounce outside and make plays out of nothing. Shows exceptional contact balance. Very natural hands out of the backfield and often wins the one-on-one matchups against opposing linebackers as a pass-catcher. Very willing to step up and take contact against blitz packages. 

WEAKNESSES 

Not great in the open field with one man to beat. Tends to dance around often instead of making an instinctive move to make someone miss in front of him. Lacks that type of elusiveness you would want from a pro-ready running back. Often gets caught from behind, as he lacks that true straight-line speed. 

ATHLETIC TESTING

At the NFL Combine, McIntosh measured in at 6’0” and 204 lbs, which equates to a BMI of 27.7. He ran a disappointing 4.62 40-yard dash (39th percentile), equating to an 89.6-speed score (26th percentile). McIntosh also finished his collegiate career with a college dominator score of 16.8 percent (24th percentile). At his Georgia Pro Day, he did record a decent 4.45-second shuttle time, which would have landed him 

McIntosh doesn’t showcase any elite athletic traits. He is durable, but he also didn’t see a ton of opportunities during his four-year college career. Although his strength testing wasn’t recorded at the combine nor his pro day, that may be something he needs to work on mightily if he wants to have a successful pro career. 

DRAFT ANALYSIS 

Rapid Reaction to Draft Capital: Good

Rapid Reaction to Landing Spot: Poor

McIntosh was selected with the 237th overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft by the Seahawks. 

He became the second running back drafted by Seattle in this draft (Zach Charbonnet). As Kenneth Walker and Charbonnet serve as the one-two punch, McIntosh should battle with DeeJay Dallas for the RB3 spot on this team. 

FANTASY INSIGHTS

There’s no need to draft or roster McIntosh on your teams. Unless there’s a major injury involving Walker or Charbonnet, the rookie from Georgia will have minimal or no fantasy value to start his career. Even if he wins the RB3 spot on this team, it’s hard to paint a picture of how he earns touches in this crowded offense. 

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