BEST RUN BLOCKING RUNNING BACKS 2021 NFL Draft

2021 BEST RUN BLOCKING RUNNING BACKS

In the arena of the gridiron, running backs often bask in the glory of yards gained and touchdowns scored. However, there’s an understated art in their ability to block, creating lanes and opportunities for their fellow backfield mates. Historically, players like Mike Alstott (Purdue) and D'Andre Swift (Georgia), have epitomized the dual-role, masterfully carving out spaces for their teammates while also being potent ball carriers themselves.

Beneath, discover data illuminating the current college running backs who are skillfully navigating the art and impact of run blocking. Engage with statistics, such as lead block success rate and yards before contact for teammates, to discern which backs are not just carrying the load but also proficiently paving the way in the run game for their offensive counterparts.

2021 Running Backs ranked by RUN BLOCKING

RANK Player Pos Team RUSHING BREAK TACKLES RECEIVING PASS BLOCKING RUN BLOCKING Rating
1

Stevie
Scott III

RB
Indiana   Mascot
Indiana Mascot
72 53 45 38 75
65.0
2

Rhamondre
Stevenson

RB
Oklahoma   Mascot
Oklahoma Mascot
73 73 73 73 73
75.0
3

Javonte
Williams

RB
North Carolina   Mascot
North Carolina Mascot
93 94 77 74 68
76.0
4

Javian
Hawkins

RB
Louisville   Mascot
Louisville Mascot
82 80 56 65 64
72.0
5

Mason
Stokke

FB
Wisconsin   Mascot
Wisconsin Mascot
57 28 55 59 63
57.0
6

Michael
Carter

RB
North Carolina   Mascot
North Carolina Mascot
88 90 82 65 63
80.0
7

Trey
Sermon

RB
Ohio State   Mascot
Ohio State Mascot
81 76 57 60 62
60.0
8

Najee
Harris

RB
Alabama   Mascot
Alabama Mascot
95 75 83 56 62
90.0
9

Chuba
Hubbard

RB
Oklahoma State   Mascot
Oklahoma State Mascot
76 65 57 71 62
73.0
10

Larry
Rountree III...

RB
Missouri   Mascot
Missouri Mascot
69 49 52 70 61
65.0
11

KeShawn
Williams

RB
Arkansas-Pine Bluff   Mascot
Arkansas-Pine Bluff Mascot
66 65 69 73 60
52.0
12

Mekhi
Sargent

RB
Iowa   Mascot
Iowa Mascot
68 89 51 53 57
60.0
13

Pooka
Williams Jr....

RB
Kansas   Mascot
Kansas Mascot
77 93 65 55 56
63.0
14

Wesley
Kennedy III

RB
Georgia Southern   Mascot
Georgia Southern Mascot
64 62 53 37 56
56.0
15

Justin
Covington

RB
Villanova   Mascot
Villanova Mascot
72 64 42 62 56
53.0
16

Shane
Simpson

RB
Virginia   Mascot
Virginia Mascot
60 52 44 53 55
55.0
17

Kyle
Porter

RB
Houston   Mascot
Houston Mascot
61 50 44 45 55
55.0
18

Tory
Carter

FB
LSU   Mascot
LSU Mascot
59 30 68 70 55
60.0
19

Dedrick
Mills

RB
Nebraska   Mascot
Nebraska Mascot
64 62 54 52 54
59.0
20

Chris
Evans

RB
Michigan   Mascot
Michigan Mascot
61 60 64 58 54
65.0