Running Back Rankings 2025 NFL Draft

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LAST UPDATED: 03/20/2025

Player Rankings - Running Back

# Player Pos H/W/S Team Weight Height 40YD AVG POS RANK AVG OVR RANK Rating Summary
27

RB
Ja'Quinden
Jackson

6-2 233lbs 4.75
RB
Arkansas   Mascot
Arkansas Mascot
233lbs 6-2 4.75 32 259.5
78.5
Jackson projects as a specialized hammer in an NFL backfield committee where his bulldozing running style and power-based game can be...
15

RB
Kalel
Mullings

6-2 233lbs 4.62
RB
Michigan   Mascot
Michigan Mascot
233lbs 6-2 4.62 23 174.6
81.3
Mullings brings a bruising, north-south running style to the table that will appeal to teams looking for a power back. His blend of...
18

RB
Ollie
Gordon II

6-2 225lbs 4.61
RB
Oklahoma State   Mascot
Oklahoma State Mascot
225lbs 6-2 4.61 16 138
80.8
Gordon projects as a physical downhill runner whose value lies primarily in his early-down and short-yardage capabilities. His running...
36

RB
Peny
Boone

6-1 232lbs 4.69
RB
UCF   Mascot
UCF Mascot
232lbs 6-1 4.69 46 483
70.0
43

RB
Jalen
White

6-1 220lbs 4.57
RB
Georgia Southern   Mascot
Georgia Southern Mascot
220lbs 6-1 4.57 48 508.5
65.0
A physically gifted runner with the raw tools to develop into a productive NFL back. Boasts the size-speed combination that scouts covet,...
38

RB
Seth
McGowan

6-1 220lbs 4.55
RB
New Mexico State   Mascot
New Mexico State Mascot
220lbs 6-1 4.55 36 411
68.8
26

RB
Phil
Mafah

6-1 230lbs 4.55
RB
Clemson   Mascot
Clemson Mascot
230lbs 6-1 4.55 25 193.8
78.5
He's that throwback power back with surprising agility who's going to make his money between the tackles and in short-yardage situations....
24

RB
Donovan
Edwards

6-1 212lbs 4.44
RB
Michigan   Mascot
Michigan Mascot
212lbs 6-1 4.44 31 256.5
79.1
Donovan Edwards showcases a dynamic blend of explosiveness and versatility, making him a high-upside NFL prospect. His dual-threat...
17

RB
DJ
Giddens

6-1 212lbs 4.43
RB
Kansas State   Mascot
Kansas State Mascot
212lbs 6-1 4.43 11 114
80.9
Giddens brings a dynamic rushing skillset that stands in stark contrast to his raw receiving and blocking abilities. His tape reveals a...
41

RB
Trey
Sanders

6-0 215lbs 4.80
RB
TCU   Mascot
TCU Mascot
215lbs 6-0 4.80 50 517.5
66.8
Does not possess top breakaway speed, though he's rarely caught from behind. His passing game skills are strong. He’s a natural hands...
46

RB
EJ
Smith

6-0 215lbs 4.70
RB
Texas A&M   Mascot
Texas A&M Mascot
215lbs 6-0 4.70 49 511
61.8
Smith's skill set suggests potential as a rotational back in an NFL committee approach. His soft hands and route-running acumen project...
47

RB
Marcus
Major

6-0 220lbs 4.61
RB
Minnesota   Mascot
Minnesota Mascot
220lbs 6-0 4.61 44 472
59.4

2025 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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2025 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.