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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
29 |
|
5-11
200lbs
4.24
|
RB |
|
200lbs | 5-11 | 4.24 | 39 | 426.5 |
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... |
38 |
|
6-0
205lbs
4.56
|
RB |
|
205lbs | 6-0 | 4.56 | 57 | 577.5 |
65.0
|
Tracks the ball well downfield and shows good ball skills, including the ability to go up and high-point it in contested-catch... |
7 |
|
6-0
215lbs
4.54
|
RB |
|
215lbs | 6-0 | 4.54 | 10 | 154 |
83.4
|
Shows a surprising burst to beat linebackers to the edge. Can plant his foot in the ground and explode, showing better straight-line speed... |
30 |
|
6-0
215lbs
4.50
|
RB |
|
215lbs | 6-0 | 4.50 | 49 | 521 |
74.0
|
He’s patient, letting blocks develop then accelerating. Cardwell runs with a good forward lean and consistently falls forward. Flashes... |
5 |
|
6-0
210lbs
4.46
|
RB |
|
210lbs | 6-0 | 4.46 | 6 | 101.3 |
83.6
|
Looking ahead to the NFL, Ott projects as a potential impact player with the versatility to contribute in multiple facets of the game.... |
12 |
|
6-0
220lbs
4.44
|
RB |
|
220lbs | 6-0 | 4.44 | 18 | 219.5 |
79.6
|
Peterson has very good vision and a knack for picking out cut-back lanes and then breaking offchunks of yardage. He’s at his best working... |
1 |
|
6-0
206lbs
4.44
|
RB |
|
206lbs | 6-0 | 4.44 | 1 | 11.4 |
88.1
|
Love brings a dynamic offensive skill set that translates perfectly to the modern NFL game. His track-verified speed creates instant... |
21 |
|
6-0
235lbs
4.43
|
RB |
|
235lbs | 6-0 | 4.43 | 26 | 284 |
77.0
|
He’s patient, letting blocks develop then accelerating. Jackson runs with a good forward lean and consistently falls forward. He’s... |
9 |
|
6-0
215lbs
4.42
|
RB |
|
215lbs | 6-0 | 4.42 | 11 | 155.3 |
82.2
|
A downhill hammer with explosive traits and three-down potential, showing natural feel in zone schemes and decisive cutting ability. The... |
27 |
|
6-0
208lbs
4.40
|
RB |
|
208lbs | 6-0 | 4.40 | 48 | 518.5 |
75.0
|
Hemby grades out as a complementary back in a committee approach at the next level. His speed and receiving ability make him an intriguing... |
3 |
|
6-0
227lbs
4.39
|
RB |
|
227lbs | 6-0 | 4.39 | 2 | 38.6 |
85.4
|
Singleton projects as a potential three-down back in the NFL, with the skill set to contribute immediately in a committee role. His blend... |
17 |
|
6-0
205lbs
4.38
|
RB |
|
205lbs | 6-0 | 4.38 | 13 | 180 |
78.0
|
Cuts on a dime with lightning-fast feet and the quick-twitch explosion of an Olympic sprinter out of the block. Very good vision. His... |