DRAFT Welcome to New England - Alabama RB Jam Miller (7th round, #245)

[jmt57]

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Miller never was the most explosive running back in Alabama's room. He has the build of a bowling ball, but never drove through contact and showcased the physicality a build like his predicts.

In four seasons, Miller had 1,932 all-purpose yards at Alabama: 1,596 rushing and 336 receiving yards. He scored 15 touchdowns, eight of which came in 2024. Miller averaged 4.6 yards per rush across his career, but had a 3.9 yards-per-rush average in a 2025 season shorted by three games by an upper-body injury.

Photos: Patriots 245th Overall Pick Jam Miller in Action

With the 245th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots selected Alabama RB Jam Miller! Take a look at the best photos from his college career.

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Patriots select Alabama running back Jam Miller with 245th pick in 2026 draft

Jam Miller is officially a member of the Patriots. The former Alabama running back is headed from the SEC to the AFC East via the draft.

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In New England, Miller joins a running back room that already includes Rhamondre Stevenson and sophomore TreVeyon Henderson. His best shot at playing time as a rookie is on special teams, provided the lead backs stay healthy, and as a seventh-round pick he's not a lock to make the team in the first place.

 

[hornetfb85]

Alabamas run blocking last year was some of the worst I’ve ever seen (on top of bein an Illini fan, I’m also a big Bama fan) After saying that, is 4.42 speed did not show up on the field to my eyes. Was not explosive.

 

[Hugepatsfan]

3rd running back is probably one of the more “open” spots on the roster if you’re sizing up the current depth chart. So kid’s got a shot to make it. We’ll see what he does with those chances.