BEST RUN BLOCKING RUNNING BACKS 2025 NFL Draft

2025 BEST RUN BLOCKING RUNNING BACKS

In the arena of the gridiron, running backs often bask in the glory of yards gained and touchdowns scored. However, there’s an understated art in their ability to block, creating lanes and opportunities for their fellow backfield mates. Historically, players like Mike Alstott (Purdue) and D'Andre Swift (Georgia), have epitomized the dual-role, masterfully carving out spaces for their teammates while also being potent ball carriers themselves.

Beneath, discover data illuminating the current college running backs who are skillfully navigating the art and impact of run blocking. Engage with statistics, such as lead block success rate and yards before contact for teammates, to discern which backs are not just carrying the load but also proficiently paving the way in the run game for their offensive counterparts.

2025 Running Backs ranked by RUN BLOCKING

RANK Player Pos Team RUSHING BREAK TACKLES RECEIVING PASS BLOCKING RUN BLOCKING Rating
1

TreVeyon
Henderson

RB
Ohio State   Mascot
Ohio State Mascot
92 78 70 62 72
86.4
2

Josh
Williams

RB
LSU   Mascot
LSU Mascot
80 57 68 43 68
66.9
3

Kyle
Monangai

RB
Rutgers   Mascot
Rutgers Mascot
90 75 56 62 66
84.0
4

Roman
Hemby

RB
Maryland   Mascot
Maryland Mascot
80 73 68 29 61
83.0
5

Montrell
Johnson Jr.

RB
Florida   Mascot
Florida Mascot
65 58 47 27 61
37.7
6

Tahj
Brooks

RB
Texas Tech   Mascot
Texas Tech Mascot
91 71 57 72 60
81.3
7

Omarion
Hampton

RB
North Carolina   Mascot
North Carolina Mascot
90 87 70 52 59
87.1
8

Donovan
Edwards

RB
Michigan   Mascot
Michigan Mascot
70 55 75 41 59
83.3
9

Trey
Cooley

RB
Georgia Tech   Mascot
Georgia Tech Mascot
67 41 49 40 58
67.3
10

Devin
Neal

RB
Kansas   Mascot
Kansas Mascot
85 71 64 38 57
67.4
11

Jaydn
Ott

RB
California   Mascot
California Mascot
85 69 69 43 56
83.5
12

Ollie
Gordon II

RB
Oklahoma State   Mascot
Oklahoma State Mascot
91 80 61 54 56
87.5
13

Jo'Quavious
Marks

RB
Mississippi State   Mascot
Mississippi State Mascot
83 62 75 69 55
73.9
14

Trey
Sanders

RB
TCU   Mascot
TCU Mascot
61 42 46 14 54
45.5
15

Evan
Pryor

RB
Ohio State   Mascot
Ohio State Mascot
67 48 62 49 54
71.0
16

Damien
Martinez

RB
Oregon State   Mascot
Oregon State Mascot
84 77 52 19 54
82.4
17

Camar
Wheaton

RB
SMU   Mascot
SMU Mascot
65 59 52 43 54
71.0
18

DJ
Giddens

RB
Kansas State   Mascot
Kansas State Mascot
94 75 64 72 54
84.0
19

Trevor
Etienne

RB
Florida   Mascot
Florida Mascot
88 90 68 23 53
84.6
20

Ashton
Jeanty

RB
Boise State   Mascot
Boise State Mascot
88 88 82 52 53
86.5