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
78.5
Jackson projects as a specialized hammer in an NFL backfield committee where his bulldozing running style and power-based game can be...
26

RB
Phil
Mafah

6-1 230lbs 4.55
RB
Clemson   Mascot
Clemson Mascot
230lbs 6-1 4.55 25 193
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....
25

RB
Kyle
Monangai

5-9 209lbs 4.60
RB
Rutgers   Mascot
Rutgers Mascot
209lbs 5-9 4.60 20 161.7
78.9
Monangai runs with a fury that defies his compact stature. His ability to create through contact jumps off the screen, showing a natural...
24

RB
Donovan
Edwards

6-1 212lbs 4.44
RB
Michigan   Mascot
Michigan Mascot
212lbs 6-1 4.44 31 253
79.1
Donovan Edwards showcases a dynamic blend of explosiveness and versatility, making him a high-upside NFL prospect. His dual-threat...
23

RB
Tahj
Brooks

5-10 230lbs 4.52
RB
Texas Tech   Mascot
Texas Tech Mascot
230lbs 5-10 4.52 26 212.8
79.5
Watching Tahj Brooks' film reveals a Day 3 talent who makes up for average athletic traits with excellent running instincts and...
22

RB
Woody
Marks

5-10 208lbs 4.52
RB
USC   Mascot
USC Mascot
208lbs 5-10 4.52 22 172.3
79.9
Marks brings a dynamic skill set to the modern NFL game where versatile backs have become increasingly valuable. The tape reveals a runner...
21

RB
Jarquez
Hunter

5-10 209lbs 4.44
RB
Auburn   Mascot
Auburn Mascot
209lbs 5-10 4.44 21 162.2
80.0
Hunter possesses the tools to be a dynamic complement in an NFL backfield with potential to grow into a featured role. His combination of...
20

RB
Raheim
Sanders

6-0 230lbs 4.46
RB
South Carolina   Mascot
South Carolina Mascot
230lbs 6-0 4.46 24 181.7
80.7
Raheim Sanders is quickly making waves as a top-tier RB prospect, flashing a tantalizing combination of downhill power and big-play...
19

RB
Jaydon
Blue

6-0 200lbs 4.38
RB
Texas   Mascot
Texas Mascot
200lbs 6-0 4.38 18 157.4
80.7
Blue has home run-hitting potential that offensive coordinators will salivate over, but his limited college production and rough edges...
18

RB
Ollie
Gordon II

6-2 225lbs 4.61
RB
Oklahoma State   Mascot
Oklahoma State Mascot
225lbs 6-2 4.61 17 138
80.8
Gordon projects as a physical downhill runner whose value lies primarily in his early-down and short-yardage capabilities. His running...
17

RB
DJ
Giddens

6-1 212lbs 4.43
RB
Kansas State   Mascot
Kansas State Mascot
212lbs 6-1 4.43 10 114
80.9
Giddens brings a dynamic rushing skillset that stands in stark contrast to his raw receiving and blocking abilities. His tape reveals a...
16

RB
RJ
Harvey

5-9 208lbs 4.40
RB
UCF   Mascot
UCF Mascot
208lbs 5-9 4.40 13 116.9
81.1
Harvey brings a dynamic skill set to the table with his elite speed and elusiveness, making him an intriguing prospect for teams...

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.