Running Back Rankings 2026 NFL Draft
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Player Rankings - Running Back
| # | Player | Pos | H/W/S | Team | Weight | Height | 40YD | AVG POS RANK | AVG OVR RANK | Rating | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
32 |
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5-10
205lbs
4.50
|
RB |
|
205lbs | 5-10 | 4.50 | 58 | 600 |
59.2
|
Quick feet with good vision to pick through defenses. Cooley has solid hands and body control and is a reliable receiver. Does not possess... |
31 |
|
5-10
198lbs
4.38
|
RB |
|
198lbs | 5-10 | 4.38 | 56 | 594 |
59.3
|
A size-speed prospect with tantalizing upside, this back's draft stock hinges on his ability to translate flashes into consistent... |
30 |
|
5-11
200lbs
4.24
|
RB |
|
200lbs | 5-11 | 4.24 | 47 | 464 |
63.8
|
A dynamic change-of-pace back with home run ability, Sawchuk's elite wheels and soft mitts make him a potential mismatch nightmare out of... |
29 |
|
6-0
215lbs
4.50
|
RB |
|
215lbs | 6-0 | 4.50 | 46 | 453 |
64.8
|
He’s patient, letting blocks develop then accelerating. Cardwell runs with a good forward lean and consistently falls forward. Flashes... |
28 |
|
5-8
200lbs
4.42
|
RB |
|
200lbs | 5-8 | 4.42 | 43 | 406 |
70.2
|
He’s capable as a receiver, a weapon on swing passes and in the screen game. Goodwin accelerates 0-to-60 and hits top speed fast enough to... |
27 |
|
5-10
220lbs
4.55
|
RB |
|
220lbs | 5-10 | 4.55 | 40 | 368 |
73.7
|
Robinson faces an uphill battle as he returns from his devastating patellar tendon injury. The severity of this injury cannot be... |
26 |
|
6-0
208lbs
4.40
|
RB |
|
208lbs | 6-0 | 4.40 | 33 | 305 |
76.4
|
Hemby grades out as a complementary back in a committee approach at the next level. His speed and receiving ability make him an intriguing... |
25 |
|
5-11
229lbs
4.55
|
RB |
|
229lbs | 5-11 | 4.55 | 32 | 304 |
76.5
|
Allen fits the role of a scheme-specific contributor at the next level, best suited for a downhill, power-running game. His one-cut style... |
24 |
|
5-11
200lbs
4.46
|
RB |
|
200lbs | 5-11 | 4.46 | 31 | 302 |
76.8
|
Limar might be able to contribute as a runner with some consistency if used on outside zone runs, but Limar is more likely a complementary... |
23 |
|
6-0
235lbs
4.43
|
RB |
|
235lbs | 6-0 | 4.43 | 29 | 284 |
78.0
|
He’s patient, letting blocks develop then accelerating. Jackson runs with a good forward lean and consistently falls forward. He’s... |
22 |
|
5-10
214lbs
4.62
|
RB |
|
214lbs | 5-10 | 4.62 | 27 | 278 |
78.2
|
The tape shows a decisive one-cut runner who thrives in gap schemes where he can get north-south quickly. Inside zone and power concepts... |
21 |
|
5-9
220lbs
4.60
|
RB |
|
220lbs | 5-9 | 4.60 | 26 | 267 |
79.0
|
A bowling ball with legs, Stewart brings a physical, downhill running style that punishes defenders and wears down front sevens. His... |