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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2 |
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5-11
210lbs
4.44
|
RB |
|
210lbs | 5-11 | 4.44 | 3 | 59.7 |
86.0
|
Hughes brings a punishing, compact running style with surprising home-run pop. His elite contact balance allows him to absorb... |
41 |
|
6-0
211lbs
4.35
|
RB |
|
211lbs | 6-0 | 4.35 | 59 | 600 |
63.2
|
Dubar shows decent burst and straight-line speed to turn in big plays. He’s a natural pass catcher who can be used on screen and swing... |
34 |
|
5-10
211lbs
4.33
|
RB |
|
211lbs | 5-10 | 4.33 | 54 | 556 |
72.0
|
He’s equally dangerous in catch-and-run situations as Johnson is taking the top off a defense He’s solid in blitz pickup, and he... |
24 |
|
5-10
214lbs
4.62
|
RB |
|
214lbs | 5-10 | 4.62 | 49 | 523.5 |
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... |
36 |
|
6-1
215lbs
4.58
|
RB |
|
215lbs | 6-1 | 4.58 | 67 | 649 |
70.0
|
He’s patient, letting blocks develop then accelerating. Berger runs with a good forward lean and consistently falls forward. He’s a... |
7 |
|
6-0
215lbs
4.54
|
RB |
|
215lbs | 6-0 | 4.54 | 9 | 155 |
83.4
|
The tape doesn't lie about what makes Taylor tick as a runner. When he gets downhill with conviction, this kid plays like he's still on the... |
31 |
|
6-0
215lbs
4.50
|
RB |
|
215lbs | 6-0 | 4.50 | 53 | 550.5 |
74.0
|
He’s patient, letting blocks develop then accelerating. Cardwell runs with a good forward lean and consistently falls forward. Flashes... |
44 |
|
5-10
215lbs
4.46
|
RB |
|
215lbs | 5-10 | 4.46 | 63 | 624 |
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... |
10 |
|
6-0
215lbs
4.42
|
RB |
|
215lbs | 6-0 | 4.42 | 10 | 158.7 |
82.2
|
Moss will immediately threaten defenses with his explosive first step and home-run hitting ability in early-down situations. The track... |
12 |
|
5-11
216lbs
4.47
|
RB |
|
216lbs | 5-11 | 4.47 | 17 | 227 |
81.5
|
The tale of two backs emerges when studying Joyner's film. Between the tackles, he hammers downhill with impressive burst and natural... |
25 |
|
5-9
220lbs
4.60
|
RB |
|
220lbs | 5-9 | 4.60 | 52 | 547 |
77.0
|
A bowling ball with legs, Stewart brings a physical, downhill running style that punishes defenders and wears down front sevens. His... |
28 |
|
5-10
220lbs
4.55
|
RB |
|
220lbs | 5-10 | 4.55 | 42 | 446.5 |
75.0
|
Robinson faces an uphill battle as he returns from his devastating patellar tendon injury. The severity of this injury cannot be... |