Complete 2026 NFL Draft RB Rankings:
You are currently viewing our running back rankings for the 2026 NFL Draft. Coming off an exceptionally deep draft class, is this class able to keep the momentum going?
Our top running back prospects are selected after thousands of hours carefully scouting the most talented ball carriers in college football. Even though only about 20 will get selected in an average draft, dozens more are signed as free agents, and many more receive a training camp invite.
We’ll provide you with inside information to help you know who will be a star, who will be a bust, and which sleepers will shock the world.
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(Last Updated: April 21, 2025)
1. Nicholas Singleton, Penn State
RB | 6’1″ | 225 lbs | 4th Year
Nicholas Singleton Preseason Scouting Report
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Nicholas Singleton 2024 Stats
15 games: 1099 rushing yards, 12 rushing touchdowns, 6.4 yards per carry, 41 receptions, 375 receiving yards, 5 receiving touchdowns
2. Jeremiyah Love, Notre Dame
RB | 6’0″ | 215 lbs | 3rd Year
Jeremiyah Love Preseason Scouting Report
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Jeremiyah Love 2024 Stats
16 games: 1125 rushing yards, 17 rushing touchdowns, 6.9 yards per carry, 28 receptions, 237 receiving yards, 2 receiving touchdowns
3. Makhi Hughes, Oregon
RB | 5’11” | 210 lbs | 3rd Year
Makhi Hughes Preseason Scouting Report
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Makhi Hughes 2024 Stats
14 games: 1401 rushing yards, 15 rushing touchdowns, 5.3 yards per carry, 19 receptions, 176 receiving yards, 2 receiving touchdowns
4. CJ Baxter, Texas
RB | 6’1″ | 230 lbs | 3rd Year
CJ Baxter Preseason Scouting Report
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CJ Baxter 2024 Stats
Missed the season with injury
5. Jonah Coleman, Washington
RB | 5’9″ | 230 lbs | 4th Year
Jonah Coleman Preseason Scouting Report
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Jonah Coleman 2024 Stats
13 games: 1053 rushing yards, 10 rushing touchdowns, 5.5 yards per carry, 23 receptions, 177 receiving yards, 0 receiving touchdowns
6. Le’Veon Moss, Texas A&M
RB | 6’0″ | 215 lbs | 4th Year
Le’Veon Moss Preseason Scouting Report
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Le’Veon Moss 2024 Stats
9 games: 765 rushing yards, 10 rushing touchdowns, 6.3 yards per carry, 10 receptions, 141 receiving yards, 0 receiving touchdowns
7. Jaydn Ott, Oklahoma
RB | 6’0″ | 210 lbs | 4th Year
Jaydn Ott Preseason Scouting Report
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Jaydn Ott 2024 Stats
10 games: 385 rushing yards, 4 rushing touchdowns, 3.3 yards per carry, 24 receptions, 222 receiving yards, 1 receiving touchdown
8. Kaytron Allen, Penn State
RB | 5’11” | 220 lbs | 4th Year
Kaytron Allen Preseason Scouting Report
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Kaytron Allen 2024 Stats
16 games: 1108 rushing yards, 8 rushing touchdowns, 5.0 yards per carry, 18 receptions, 153 receiving yards, 2 receiving touchdowns
9. Darius Taylor, Minnesota
RB | 5’11” | 210 lbs | 3rd Year
Darius Taylor Preseason Scouting Report
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Darius Taylor 2024 Stats
12 games: 968 rushing yards, 10 rushing touchdowns, 4.8 yards per carry, 54 receptions, 350 receiving yards, 2 receiving touchdowns
10. Mark Fletcher Jr., Miami (FL)
RB | 6’2″ | 225lbs | 3rd Year
Mark Fletcher Jr. Preseason Scouting Report
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Mark Fletcher Jr. 2024 Stats
13 games: 607 rushing yards, 9 rushing touchdowns, 5.4 yards per carry, 10 receptions, 106 receiving yards, 0 receiving touchdowns
Complete 2026 NFL Draft Running Back Rankings
| RANK | NAME | SCHOOL | AGE | HT | WT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nicholas Singleton | Penn State | 4th | 6'1" | 225 |
| 2 | Jeremiyah Love | Notre Dame | 3rd | 6'0" | 215 |
| 3 | Makhi Hughes | Oregon | 3rd | 5'11" | 210 |
| 4 | CJ Baxter | Texas | 3rd | 6'1" | 230 |
| 5 | Jonah Coleman | Washington | 4th | 5'9" | 230 |
| 6 | Le'Veon Moss | Texas A&M | 4th | 6'0" | 215 |
| 7 | Jaydn Ott | Oklahoma | 4th | 6'0" | 210 |
| 8 | Kaytron Allen | Penn State | 4th | 5'11" | 220 |
| 9 | Darius Taylor | Minnesota | 3rd | 5'11" | 210 |
| 10 | Mark Fletcher Jr. | Miami (FL) | 3rd | 6'2" | 225 |
| 11 | Justice Haynes | Michigan | 3rd | 5'11" | 205 |
| 12 | Rahsul Faison | Florida State | 6th | 5'11" | 200 |
| 13 | Bryson Washington | Baylor | 3rd | 6'0" | 205 |
| 14 | Ismail Mahdi | Arizona | 4th | 5'9" | 185 |
| 15 | Jam Miller | Alabama | 4th | 5'10" | 215 |
| 16 | Roman Hemby | Indiana | 5th | 6'0" | 200 |
| 17 | Desmond Reid | Pittsburgh | 4th | 5'8" | 175 |
| 18 | Dylan Edwards | Kansas State | 3rd | 5'9" | 170 |
| 19 | Noah Whittington | Oregon | 6th | 5'8" | 205 |
| 20 | Kaden Feagin | Illinois | 3rd | 6'3" | 250 |
| 21 | Quinten Joyner | Texas Tech | 3rd | 5'11" | 205 |
| 22 | Tawee Walker | Cincinnati | 5th | 5'9" | 215 |
| 23 | Davon Booth | Mississippi State | 5th | 5'10" | 205 |
| 24 | Jahiem White | West Virginia | 3rd | 5'7" | 190 |
| 25 | Braydon Bennett | Virginia Tech | 6th | 6'2" | 215 |
| 26 | Chip Trayanum | Toledo | 6th | 5'11" | 235 |
| 27 | Dante Dowdell | Kentucky | 3rd | 6'2" | 225 |
| 28 | Terion Stewart | Virginia Tech | 6th | 5'9" | 220 |
| 29 | Jaquez Moore | Duke | 5th | 5'11" | 195 |
| 30 | Leshon Williams | Kansas | 6th | 5'10" | 215 |
| 31 | Roydell Williams | Florida State | 6th | 5'10" | 215 |
| 32 | Dominic Richardson | New Mexico State | 6th | 6'1" | 205 |
| 33 | Tye Edwards | West Virginia | 7th | 6'4" | 230 |
| 34 | Harrison Waylee | Wyoming | 6th | 5'10" | 210 |
| 35 | EJ Smith | Texas A&M | 6th | 6'0" | 210 |
| 36 | Sam Franklin | Oklahoma | 5th | 5'10" | 200 |
| 37 | Roland Dempster | Stony Brook | 6th | 6'0" | 225 |
| 38 | Q Jones | Rhode Island | 5th | 5'11" | 195 |
| 39 | Tony Mathis Jr. | Houston | 7th | 5'11" | 210 |
| 40 | Logan Diggs | Ole Miss | 5th | 6'1" | 215 |
| 41 | Ja'Quez Cross | Arkansas State | 5th | 5'9" | 195 |
| 42 | Cam Porter | Northwestern | 6th | 5'10" | 220 |
| 43 | John Emery | LSU | 7th | 6'0" | 220 |
| 44 | Robert Henry Jr. | UTSA | 5th | 5'9" | 205 |
| 45 | Ayo Adeyi | James Madison | 6th | 5'8" | 195 |
| 46 | Kenan Christon | Jackson State | 7th | 5'10" | 190 |
| 47 | Dean Connors | Houston | 5th | 6'0" | 205 |
| 48 | Trey Cooley | Georgia Tech | 5th | 5'10" | 205 |
| 49 | Isaiah Jacobs | UAB | 6th | 5'10" | 220 |
| 50 | Jay Ducker | Temple | 6th | 5'10" | 205 |
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Traits That Make a Running Back Prospect Great
Running backs are relatively easy to scout, as nearly everything they do can be seen on a standard TV broadcast. Contact balance, quickness, and vision are among some of the most important factors of scouting the top running back prospects.
Some of the factors we consider when scouting are included below.
Contact Balance
Nothing is more important for a running back prospect than contact balance. The ability to maintain a low center of gravity and stay on your feet when hit. It is somewhat teachable, but if they don’t run with good contact balance by the time they’re entering the NFL draft, it might be tough to add to their game.
Quickness
Quickness is more important than straight line speed for a running back. The ability to move side to side in a flash, scoot through a small opening, and juke out defenders is what will turn a 3 yard gain into a 6 yard gain, and that’s ultimately what running backs need to do.
Vision
Many running back draft prospects struggle with their vision and patience. If your offensive line doesn’t open a hole, it’s rarely a good idea to just ram into the back of the line. Having field vision to recognize cut back lanes and know when to hit the line of scrimmage is a game changer.
Ball Security
If a running back struggles with fumbles, it’s a one way path to the bench. Ball security is a problem that has plagued the career of many running back draft prospects, and being a natural mover with the ball in your hands is important to consider.
2026 RB Draft Prospects FAQs
Who is the best RB in the 2026 NFL Draft?
It’s a tight race for RB1 in 2026, but Nicholas Singleton of Penn State currently takes the title of best 2026 running back prospect thanks to his elite combination of size, speed, and receiving ability.
How good is the running back draft class in 2026?
The 2026 running back doesn’t look as strong as the 2025 class looked, but it’s a solid group. There are always breakout stars at the running back spot, so the depth will likely get better as the season goes on.
