Israel Abanikanda
Rookie
DOB Oct 5, 2002 Age 20.6
College Pittsburgh
Drafted 2023 5.08 Exp Rookie
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144.33 -19.83 trending_down
Overall229.5
Who Is Israel Abanikanda?
Israel "Izzy" Adewale Abanikanda is an American football running back for the New York Jets of the National Football League. He played college football at Pittsburgh.
Israel Abanikanda Articles
2023 Dynasty Rookie Post Draft Update: Israel Abanikanda
May 28, 2023 · Bruce Matson
We focus on each rookie's situation, talent, opportunity, risk, and market to provide post-draft analysis for dynasty managers.
2023 NFL Draft: Dynasty Fantasy Football Winners and Losers from the AFC East
May 24, 2023 · Richard Cooling
How were some of the veterans in the AFC East affected by the 2023 NFL Draft?
A Hater's Guide to the 2023 Running Back Class
May 16, 2023 · John DiBari
Everyone may be hopeful about the 2023 NFL Draft class... But John DiBari offers reasons to be wary.
How and Where to Pick Running Backs
May 15, 2023 · Mike Havens
Here is an article to help guide you through your running back woes this season
2023 Rookie Drafts: Running Back Tiers Primer
May 12, 2023 · Jake Domonkos
We break down the rookie running back tiers after their landing spots were determined.
Post-Draft Rookie Rankings vs Redraft Rankings
May 9, 2023 · Peter Howard
We compare rookie rankings to redraft rankings to see which first-year players might have an immediate impact.
2023 NFL Draft: Rookies Who Landed in the Worst Situations for Dynasty Leagues
May 9, 2023 · Tyler Justin Karp
Which rookies are stuck in situations we hadn't hoped for before the NFL Draft?
2023 Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Drafts: Late-Round Lottery Tickets
May 5, 2023 · Aaron St Denis
We pick out four late-round players who could do some dynasty damage.
2023 Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Rankings: Consensus Third Round
May 2, 2023 · Ken Kelly
We cover round three in our initial dynasty rookie rankings.
Analysis of 2023 Rookie Running Backs: Final Ranks
May 2, 2023 · Mike Havens
Mike Havens returns with his post-draft analysis of the entire rookie RB class.
Monday Mocks: Post-Draft Superflex Rookie Mock
May 1, 2023 · Ryan McDowell
We bring you an immediate reaction superflex, tight end premium, rookie mock draft.
2023 NFL Draft: What We Expect on Day Three
Apr 29, 2023 · Bruce Matson
We look forward to the final day of the 2023 NFL Draft.
2023 NFL Draft: What We Expect on Day Two
Apr 28, 2023 · Bruce Matson
We cover what dynasty fantasy football enthusiasts should expect Friday night.
Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Drafts: A View from the 1.01
Apr 25, 2023 · Tyler Justin Karp
We take a look at the options from the 1st spot in 2023 rookie drafts.
2023 NFL Draft: Dynasty Strength by Position
Apr 24, 2023 · Nicholas Muzzillo
We breakdown which positions and players are the strongest in this year's NFL Draft for dynasty leagues.
Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Drafts: A View from the 1.02
Apr 24, 2023 · John Arrington
We take a look at the options from the 2nd spot in 2023 rookie drafts.
2023 Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Prospect: Israel Abanikanda, RB Pittsburgh
Apr 24, 2023 · Tim Riordan
Will Izzy's landing spot in the NFL Draft change his dynasty outlook?
Monday Mocks: Dynasty Expert Mock
Apr 24, 2023 · Ryan McDowell
An expert dynasty rookie mock draft with the who's who in dynasty.
Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Drafts: A View from the 1.04
Apr 22, 2023 · Peter Lawrence
We take a look at the options from the 4th spot in 2023 rookie drafts.
DLF Team Dynasty Predictions for 2023 NFL Draft: Running Backs
Apr 21, 2023 · Tim Riordan
We dive deep into this year's running back class and share the thoughts of the DLF team.
Analysis of 2023 Rookie Running Backs by ADP: RBs 9-12
Apr 17, 2023 · Mike Havens
Mike Havens shares his takes on four more 2023 NFL Draft running backs.
Monday Mocks: Dynasty Mocks on NFL Mocks
Apr 17, 2023 · Ryan McDowell
A mock draft based on a mock draft? Sounds fun.
Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Drafts: A View from the 1.10
Apr 16, 2023 · Brandon Haye
We take a look at the options from the 10th spot in 2023 rookie drafts.
Campus to Canton Leagues: Startup Strategy
Apr 15, 2023 · John Arrington
We dive further into Campus to Canton leagues by looking at a 2021 startup draft.
Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Drafts: A View from the 1.11
Apr 15, 2023 · Andrew Francesconi
We take a look at the options from the 11th spot in 2023 rookie drafts.
Dynasty Fantasy Football Rookie Drafts: A View from the 1.12
Apr 14, 2023 · Ryan McDowell
We take a look at the options from the 12th spot in 2023 rookie drafts.
2023 Off-Season Mock Drafts: DLF Staff Rookie Mock
Apr 8, 2023 · John DiBari
A group of DLF staff members take on a four-round rookie mock draft.
DLF Staff 2023 Superflex Rookie Mock Draft
Mar 29, 2023 · Ryan McDowell
We offer an updated four-round superflex rookie mock draft after the NFL Scouting Combine.
Dynasty Fantasy Football Mailbag: Alvin Kamara, Chris Olave and More
Mar 28, 2023 · Shane Manila
We answer your weekly mailbag questions!
Ten Late-Round Rookie Sleepers with Upside
Mar 28, 2023 · Jake Domonkos
We pick out ten sleepers you need to know ahead of your rookie drafts.
DLF Staff 1QB 2023 Rookie Mock Draft
Mar 15, 2023 · Ryan McDowell
We offer an updated four-round rookie mock draft after the NFL Scouting Combine.
2023 NFL Scouting Combine: Offensive Player Dynasty Review
Mar 10, 2023 · Dan Meylor
DLF Senior Writer Dan Meylor shares his takeaways from the 2023 NFL Scouting Combine.
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Israel Abanikanda News
Israel Abanikanda drafted by the Jets · Apr 29, 2023
The New York Jets selected Pittsburgh running back Israel Abanikanda in the fifth round of the 2023 NFL Draft.
Izzy projects as the replacement for the departed James Robinson and could help Michael Carter out should Breece Hall not be ready for the start of the season. Dynasty managers were hoping for a different situation here for sure as there doesn't seem like an easy path for sustained touches with the Jets. Still, he should be a late round pick this Spring.
Israel Abanikanda a rookie sleeper · Jan 19, 2023
Pittsburgh running back Israel Abanikanda is listed as DLF's RB10
Abanikanda is only one of multiple intriguing running backs likely to be selected in the second round of dynasty rookie drafts. With NFL size (5'11/215), he put together his best season in his junior year, producing 1,431 yards and 20 touchdowns across 239 carries, good for a 6.0 ypc. average. While not elite in any one area, Abanikanda profiles well into the NFL with sufficient speed, tackle-breaking ability and, while not used extensively as a receiver, did secure 38 receptions over his three collegiate seasons. He should hear his name called in the middle rounds of the NFL Draft and is listed as DLF's RB10 and the R22 overall.
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Israel Abanikanda Dynasty Value
Israel Abanikanda ADP History
Israel Abanikanda Fantasy Rankings
| Rank | Ranker | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 164 | Ryan McDowell | 05/01 |
| 225 | Ken Kelly | 05/12 |
Average 229.5 |
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| 231 | Levi Chappell | 05/24 |
| 231 | Pete Lawrence | 05/20 |
| 232 | Rob Willette | 05/25 |
Trades Involving Israel Abanikanda
Pig's Beach traded:
2024 R4 draft pick, 2024 R5 draft pick
Cotton Headed Ninny Muggins traded:
RB Israel Abanikanda, NYJ
HFL, 2023-05-22
Favrefromgood traded:
2024 R2 draft pick
The Beast traded:
RB Israel Abanikanda, NYJ
WR Tank Dell, HOU
WR Tyler Scott, CHI
SafeLeagues Dynasty 152 - Premium (SF/TE), 2023-05-20
Pawn Stars Football Team traded:
RB Israel Abanikanda, NYJ
RB Tyler Allgeier, ATL
Game of Jones traded:
2024 R3 draft pick, 2025 R2 draft pick
Dynasty Degenerates League, 2023-05-19
Canton Bulldogs traded:
WR Odell Beckham, BAL
The Dude Abides traded:
RB Israel Abanikanda, NYJ
TE Tucker Kraft, GB
SafeLeagues Dynasty 381 - Deluxe (SF/TE), 2023-05-14
EDWARD TOBEY traded:
QB Marcus Mariota, PHI
RB Israel Abanikanda, NYJ
RB Kevin Harris, NE
RB D'Ernest Johnson, JAC
WR Cedrick Wilson, MIA
Doink traded:
$125 blind bidding dollars
SafeLeagues Dynasty 380 - Premium (SF), 2023-05-12
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