Running Back Rankings 2022 NFL Draft

RUNNINGBACK RANKINGS 2022 NFL DRAFT

The 2022 running back class is much like the Quarterback class, devoid of any standout performers - although what it lacks at the top end it more than makes up in the middle, where there are several prospects able to have an impact in the NFL. 

Our top-ranked RB prospect is the Texas Junior Isaiah Spiller, who will likely be viewed as a solid workhorse back. He goes 6-1 and 225lbs, but still possesses the breakaway speed required for the position (4.45 in the forty). He’s quick and shifty and will likely start right away. Spiller’s only obvious negative is he is somewhat limited in the passing game.

Our second-ranked prospect Breece Hall, from Iowa State, led the NCAA in yardage last year, quite an accomplishment considering that class included 2020 first-rounder Najee Harris. He has all the size and athleticism you could want,  which is showcased by his sub 4.4 speed.

The likely third back to be drafted is Jerrion Early from Mississippi who will likely be viewed as a third-down game-changing scatback, who’s a threat to score whenever he gets the ball in his hands.

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LAST UPDATED: 04/30/2022

Player Rankings - Running Back

# Player Pos H/W/S Team Weight Height 40YD AVG POS RANK AVG OVR RANK Rating Summary
65

FB
Roger
Carter

6-2 250lbs 4.84
FB
Georgia State   Mascot
Georgia State Mascot
250lbs 6-2 4.84 71 666
53.0
A savvy, reliable pass catcher with good body control and focus. Soft hands and has the hand-eye coordination to secure wild...
67

FB
Monte
Pottebaum

6-1 246lbs 4.89
FB
Iowa   Mascot
Iowa Mascot
246lbs 6-1 4.89 54 462.5
41.0
68

FB
Jeremiah
Hall

6-2 239lbs 4.96
FB
Oklahoma   Mascot
Oklahoma Mascot
239lbs 6-2 4.96 45 374
40.0
Fights for extra yardage and is reliable in short-yardage situations.Does not possess top breakaway speed, though he's rarely caught from...
37

RB
Connor
Heyward

5-11 233lbs 4.72
RB
PIT   Mascot
PIT Mascot
233lbs 5-11 4.72 33 279.8
72.5
Demonstrated the ability to track the ball over his shoulder. Good flexibility and balance to adjust to the poorly thrown pass. Good vision...
33

FB
Zander
Horvath

6-3 232lbs 4.57
FB
LAC   Mascot
LAC Mascot
232lbs 6-3 4.57 42 347.5
75.1
Improving patience as a runner, following pulling guards, and makes good decisions on his cut. Doesn't possess elite breakaway speed,...
63

RB
Clint
Ratkovich

6-1 231lbs 4.82
RB
Northern Illinois   Mascot
Northern Illinois Mascot
231lbs 6-1 4.82 64 595.5
54.0
Solid receiver in the flat, capable of running through tackles on the edge to move the chains. Flexible enough to catch passes thrown...
64

RB
Karl
Mofor

5-9 229lbs 4.62
RB
UAlbany   Mascot
UAlbany Mascot
229lbs 5-9 4.62 70 664
53.0
Does not possess top breakaway speed, though he's rarely caught from behind. Has good burst to and through the hole. A patient runner...
14

RB
Hassan
Haskins

6-2 228lbs 4.58
RB
TEN   Mascot
TEN Mascot
228lbs 6-2 4.58 15 170.5
80.1
Hassan Hankins is a traditional big-bodied power back that can run through walls. He isn't flashy but he has skills as a blocker and as a...
7

RB
Brian
Robinson Jr....

6-1 226lbs 4.51
RB
WSH   Mascot
WSH Mascot
226lbs 6-1 4.51 9 105.3
82.4
Brian Robinson Jr. is a quality NFL prospect who offers a particular skill set at the next level. He has all the attributes of a classic...
36

RB
Master
Teague III

5-11 226lbs 4.44
RB
Ohio State   Mascot
Ohio State Mascot
226lbs 5-11 4.44 43 351
73.0
Fights for extra yardage and is reliable in short-yardage situations. North-South runner with good leg drive and physicality. Has good...
12

RB
Tyler
Allgeier

5-11 224lbs 4.60
RB
ATL   Mascot
ATL Mascot
224lbs 5-11 4.60 13 121.2
80.4
Tyler Allgeier is a decent pro prospect - he is a power runner who could become a solid NFL work horseback while also providing...
55

RB
Ricky
Person Jr.

6-1 222lbs 4.60
RB
NC State   Mascot
NC State Mascot
222lbs 6-1 4.60 53 456.3
59.0
Solid receiver in the flat, capable of running through tackles on the edge to move the chains. Flexible enough to catch passes thrown...

2022 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Running Back

We've compared players post combine 40 times and weight and charted them on the scatter chart below. You'll find the 40 time on the Y-axis and on the X-axis the weight in pounds.
The exceptional athletic freaks (determined by the combination of speed vs weight) will be found at the top right of the chart while the less impressive athletes will be sitting towards the bottom left.

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2022 NFL Draft Athleticism Chart - Running Back

We've compared players 40 times and weight and charted them on the scatter chart below. You'll find the 40 time on the Y-axis and on the X-axis the weight in pounds.
The exceptional athletic freaks (determined by the combination of speed vs weight) will be found at the top right of the chart while the less impressive athletes will be sitting towards the bottom left.