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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
15 |
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5-11
216lbs
4.47
|
RB |
|
216lbs | 5-11 | 4.47 | 20 | 256.5 |
81.5
|
The tale of two backs emerges when studying Joyner's film. Between the tackles, he hammers downhill with impressive burst and natural... |
29 |
|
5-11
200lbs
4.46
|
RB |
|
200lbs | 5-11 | 4.46 | 33 | 348 |
76.2
|
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... |
2 |
|
5-11
210lbs
4.44
|
RB |
|
210lbs | 5-11 | 4.44 | 3 | 62.3 |
86.0
|
Hughes brings a punishing, compact running style with surprising home-run pop. His elite contact balance allows him to absorb... |
19 |
|
5-11
196lbs
4.42
|
RB |
|
196lbs | 5-11 | 4.42 | 23 | 283 |
78.5
|
Once Cobb plants his foot, he’s explosive moving upfield, and his 0-to-60 acceleration is enough to catch defenses off-guard. Cobb... |
33 |
|
5-11
200lbs
4.24
|
RB |
|
200lbs | 5-11 | 4.24 | 44 | 476 |
74.0
|
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... |
45 |
|
5-10
210lbs
4.62
|
RB |
|
210lbs | 5-10 | 4.62 | 62 | 611 |
62.9
|
Does not possess top breakaway speed, though he's rarely caught from behind. Brown brings a nice blend of power and passing game skills.... |
27 |
|
5-10
214lbs
4.62
|
RB |
|
214lbs | 5-10 | 4.62 | 50 | 539 |
77.0
|
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... |
46 |
|
5-10
200lbs
4.58
|
RB |
|
200lbs | 5-10 | 4.58 | 75 | 722 |
62.5
|
He’s a quality receiver with soft hands, and Clark shows a good feel for catching and transitioning upfield in the screen game. Flashes... |
48 |
|
5-10
200lbs
4.55
|
RB |
|
200lbs | 5-10 | 4.55 | 68 | 654 |
61.8
|
Bishop does a nice job with recognition as a pass protector and gives good effort. His passing game skills are strong. He’s a natural... |
31 |
|
5-10
220lbs
4.55
|
RB |
|
220lbs | 5-10 | 4.55 | 43 | 464.5 |
75.0
|
Robinson faces an uphill battle as he returns from his devastating patellar tendon injury. The severity of this injury cannot be... |
36 |
|
5-10
205lbs
4.50
|
RB |
|
205lbs | 5-10 | 4.50 | 53 | 569 |
72.1
|
Quick feet with good vision to pick through defenses. Cooley has solid hands and body control and is a reliable receiver. Does not possess... |
47 |
|
5-10
215lbs
4.46
|
RB |
|
215lbs | 5-10 | 4.46 | 63 | 626 |
62.4
|
He’s solid in blitz pickup, and Lloyd consistently showed the ability to anchor against bigger players. Has good burst to and through the... |