Roman Hemby

Hemby should help to fill out an NFL depth chart as an early down compliment. He's a long-striding, upright runner with build up speed. Hemby gets downhill quickly and displays solid vision. Hemby is a solid runner who should excel with gap runs and inside zone concepts in the NFL. He doesn't have the raw speed to consistently win the edge, but he is a strong one-cut runner who can operate in stretch zone if the offensive line does its job. Hemby could develop into a solid pass protector in the NFL. There are some lateral agility limitations here, but he flashes solid lower body strength and the ability to hold his patch of grass. Hemby will never be a passing game "weapon", but he isn't a zero here. He was tasked with checkdowns, flat routes, and some wheels in college. He had only three drops in college (147 targets). Dynasty Outlook: Hemby was a UDFA signing by the Raiders, who already have Ashton Jeanty and newly drafted Mike Washington Jr. leading the way for their backfield for the next few seasons. Hemby is an early down grinder with little passing game upside. Leave him on the waiver wire after the rookie draft.

RB Roman Hamby is signing with the Las Vegas Raiders as an undrafted free agent.

Fantasy Impact

Hemby reunites with QB Fernando Mendoza in Las Vegas, despite not hearing his name called on draft day. He was a three-time All-Big Ten Honorable Mention honoree, earning it twice at Maryland and last year with the National Champion Hoosiers. In 2025, he rushed for 1,120 yards and seven scores, added 17 receptions, and averaged 22.6 yards per kickoff return. He's a powerful runner who can also catch the ball, and he's not afraid to stand in on pass protection. He'll provide depth in the backfield rotation in Las Vegas.