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Israel Abanikanda

Israel Abanikanda

#25, RB,
New York Jets
Yds
70
Y/G
11.7
TD
0
Bio
Height/Weight: 5' 11"/215 lbs
Born:
College: Pittsburgh
Draft: Undrafted
  • New York Daily News

    Jets Mailbag: Is running back Israel Abanikanda's roster spot in jeopardy? 

    The Jets' roster is in much better shape than a year ago when they first acquired Aaron Rodgers in a trade with the Packers. Welcome to the latest edition of our Daily News Jets Mailbag, where we dive into the most pressing X/Twitter questions as we gear up for OTAs and mandatory minicamps in the upcoming weeks. The Jets surprised many by drafting both Braelon Allen (Wisconsin) and Isaiah Davis (South Dakota State). While many believe that will spell the end of Abanikanda with Gang Green, that might not be the case.

  • Sports Illustrated New York Jets News, Analysis and More

    Could New York Jets Boss Really Decide to Draft Another Running Back?

    © Jerome Miron-USA TODAY Sports Could New York Jets Boss Really Decide to Draft Another Running Back? The New York Jets have a need at backup running back and can fill a hole by drafting a ball carrier this week. Jets' GM Joe Douglas has added a ball carrier through the draft each of the past four years. Author: Ralph Ventre Apr 22, 2024 In this story: New York Jets NFL Draft Joe Douglas Israel Abanikanda Frank Gore Jr. If history is destined to repeat itself, then the New York Jets will draft a running back this week. Not only do the Jets need insurance behind RB1 Breece Hall, they have used at least one draft pick on a ball carrier each of the past four years. Hall, the highest selection of