Running Backs
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#1 — Ahmad Hardy, RB, Missouri (5'10", 206 lbs)
Hardy delivered a standout 2025 season with 1,649 rushing yards, 16 touchdowns, and a strong 6.4 yards per carry, emerging as one of the most productive backs in the country. His vision and burst allowed him to consistently generate chunk plays, and he showed excellent balance through contact. Strengths include acceleration, lateral agility, and the ability to create explosive runs. Opportunities for improvement include expanding his receiving profile and improving pass‑protection technique.
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#2 — Kewan Lacy, RB, Ole Miss (5'11", 200 lbs)
Lacy produced 1,567 rushing yards and an SEC‑leading 24 touchdowns while averaging 5.1 yards per carry. His combination of toughness, red‑zone efficiency, and ability to finish runs made him a reliable workhorse. Strengths include contact balance, decisiveness, and short‑yardage power. Opportunities for improvement include developing more third‑down versatility and improving lateral quickness in space.
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#3 — LJ Martin, RB, BYU (6'2", 220 lbs)
Martin posted 1,305 rushing yards, 12 touchdowns, and a 5.5 yards‑per‑carry average, showing strong downhill running ability and consistency. His size and frame allowed him to break tackles and wear down defenses. Strengths include power, durability, and inside‑zone effectiveness. Opportunities for improvement include improving top‑end speed and expanding his role in the passing game.
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#4 — Nate Frazier, RB, Georgia (5'10", 210 lbs)
Frazier delivered 947 rushing yards, 6 touchdowns, and a 5.5 yards‑per‑carry average in a rotational role, showing burst and strong vision. His ability to accelerate through tight lanes made him a reliable early‑down option. Strengths include quickness, balance, and efficient footwork. Opportunities for improvement include improving pass protection and adding more value as a receiver.
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#5 — Raleek Brown, RB, Texas (5'9", 195 lbs)
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#6 — Makhi Hughes, RB, Houston (5'11", 210 lbs)
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#7 — Adam Mohammed, RB, California (6'0", 200 lbs)
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#8 — Justice Haynes, RB, Georgia Tech (5'11", 210 lbs)
Haynes produced 857 rushing yards, 10 touchdowns, and an impressive 7.1 yards per carry, showing explosive playmaking ability. His burst and ability to hit creases made him one of the most efficient backs in the ACC. Strengths include acceleration, vision, and big‑play capability. Opportunities for improvement include improving patience behind the line and refining his pass‑catching technique.
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#9 — Mark Fletcher, RB, Miami (6'2", 225 lbs)
Fletcher delivered 1,192 rushing yards, 12 touchdowns, and a 5.5 yards‑per‑carry average, showing power and consistency as Miami’s lead back. His size allowed him to finish runs and excel in short‑yardage situations. Strengths include physicality, durability, and inside running. Opportunities for improvement include improving lateral agility and developing more explosiveness at the second level.
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#10 — Isaac Brown, RB, Louisville (5'9", 190 lbs)
Brown posted 884 rushing yards, 7 touchdowns, and a remarkable 8.8 yards per carry, showcasing elite efficiency and big‑play ability. His burst and ability to create explosive runs made him a dangerous change‑of‑pace option. Strengths include acceleration, open‑field elusiveness, and home‑run potential. Opportunities for improvement include improving pass protection and adding more power through contact.
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#11 — Waymond Jordan, RB, USC (5'11", 210 lbs)
Jordan posted 612 rushing yards, 7 touchdowns, and a 6.2 yards‑per‑carry average, showing strong efficiency and burst. Strengths include acceleration, vision, and ability to create explosive plays. Opportunities for improvement include improving pass protection and adding more lower‑body strength.
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#12 — Hollywood Smothers, RB, Alabama (5'11", 195 lbs)
Smothers produced 939 rushing yards, 6 touchdowns, and a 5.9 yards‑per‑carry average, showing strong burst and vision. His ability to hit cutback lanes and create chunk plays stood out. Strengths include quickness, agility, and ability to create in space. Opportunities for improvement include improving between‑the‑tackles power and developing more consistency in pass protection.
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#13 — Rueben Owens, RB, Texas A&M (5'11", 215 lbs)
Owens posted 639 rushing yards, 5 touchdowns, and a 5.4 yards‑per‑carry average, showing flashes of explosiveness and strong vision. Strengths include acceleration, balance, and ability to create yards after contact. Opportunities for improvement include improving decisiveness and developing more consistency in short‑yardage situations.​​
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#14 — Tre Wisner, RB, Florida State (6'0", 200 lbs)
Wisner produced 597 rushing yards, 3 touchdowns, and a 4.6 yards‑per‑carry average, showing versatility and solid burst. Strengths include agility, receiving upside, and ability to contribute in multiple roles. Opportunities for improvement include improving inside running power and consistency in traffic.
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#15 — Bryson Washington, RB, Auburn (6'0", 216 lbs)
Washington delivered 788 rushing yards, 6 touchdowns, and a 5.1 yards‑per‑carry average, showing solid production and physicality. Strengths include toughness, balance, and ability to finish runs. Opportunities for improvement include improving lateral agility and developing more receiving value.
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#16 — CJ Baxter, RB, Kentucky (6'1", 227 lbs)
Baxter produced 587 rushing yards, 5 touchdowns, and a 4.7 yards‑per‑carry average, showing flashes of power and downhill ability. Strengths include size, strength, and short‑yardage effectiveness. Opportunities for improvement include improving burst and developing more elusiveness in space.
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#17 — Jadan Baugh, RB, Florida (6'1", 230 lbs)
Baugh posted 1,170 rushing yards, 8 touchdowns, and a 5.3 yards‑per‑carry average, showing strong power and consistency. Strengths include physicality, contact balance, and ability to wear down defenses. Opportunities for improvement include improving top‑end speed and expanding his receiving role.
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#18 — Cameron Dickey, RB, Texas Tech (5'10", 215 lbs)
Dickey delivered 1,124 rushing yards, 14 touchdowns, and a 5.4 yards‑per‑carry average, emerging as a productive and reliable back. Strengths include vision, toughness, and red‑zone efficiency. Opportunities for improvement include improving lateral quickness and developing more explosiveness.
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