Continuing my summer scouting series, we’ll be going through my 2025 running back watch list, aka my top running back rankings. This isn’t an all-encompassing list, so let me know on Twitter/X or Reddit if there are any running backs you’d recommend checking out. If you missed my quarterback rankings, you can check out the article with my top 10 and the video with my top 30 using the links below:
Quarterback Article: 2025 Dynasty Quarterback Rankings (Summer Scouting)
Quarterback Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHNHpIn-5zM&feature=youtu.be
A couple of other things I want to point out before we get started, these rankings and profiles aren’t as comprehensive as my 2024 position rankings and are more things that stood out on my re-watch of them. Also, if you are more of an audio person and/or want to see my full listing of my top 30 backs, you can check out my YouTube video, which also has a bit more details on their strengths, areas of improvement, and overall impressions with this link:https://youtu.be/X03DRHCDfdU
Nicholas Singleton
Penn State Nittany Lions (RB10)
Height: 6’0” Weight: 224 pounds
Age on Draft Day: 21 Years and 3 Months
Class: Junior
2023 Stats
Rushing: 171 carries; 752 yards, 8 TDs; 3 Fumbles
Receiving: 30 targets; 26 receptions; 308 yards; 2 TDs
Strengths
- Receiving ability
- Vision
- Finisher
Areas of Improvement
- Ball security
- Pad level
- Pass blocking
Overall Impression
Took a step back as a rusher last year but could pull it all together in 2024
Jaydn Ott
California Bears (RB9)
Height: 6’0” Weight: 200 pounds
Age on Draft Day: 22 Years and 4 Months
Class: Junior
2023 Stats
Rushing: 271 carries; 1305 yards, 12 TDs; 3 Fumbles
Receiving: 33 targets; 26 receptions; 196 yards; 2 TDs
Strengths
- Athleticism
- Receiving skills
- Vision
Areas of Improvement
- Pass blocking
- Pad level
- Creativity as a runner
Overall Impression
Exciting player but really needs to work on his deficits to get to the level of the top backs this class
Raheim Sanders
South Carolina Gamecocks (RB8)
Height: 6’2” Weight: 242 pounds
Age on Draft Day: 22 Years and 10 Months
Class: Senior
2023 Stats
Rushing: 62 carries; 209 yards, 2 TDs; 1 Fumble
Receiving: 11 targets; 10 receptions; 75 yards; 0 TDs
Strengths
- Vision
- Contact balance
- Reliable receiver
Areas of Improvement
- Lack of athleticism
- A little too fancy at times
- Ball security
Overall Impression
Still a believer in his talent and hoping for a rebound now that he’s healthy
Trevor Etienne
Georgia Bulldogs (RB7)
Height: 5’9” Weight: 205 pounds
Age on Draft Day: 20 Years and 9 Months
Class: Junior
2023 Stats
Rushing: 131 carries; 753 yards, 8 TDs; 1 Fumble
Receiving: 21 targets; 21 receptions; 149 yards; 1 TD
Strengths
- Pad level
- Burst
- Hands
Areas of Improvement
- Route running
- Tempo
- Uncertain if he can handle a full workload
Overall Impression
Solid player but has the potential to be even better
Devin Neal
Kansas Jayhawks (RB6)
Height: 5’11” Weight: 210 pounds
Age on Draft Day: 21 Years and 8 Months
Class: Senior
2023 Stats
Rushing: 203 carries; 1280 yards, 16 TDs; 1 Fumble
Receiving: 31 targets; 25 receptions; 217 yards; 1 TD
Strengths
- Movement skills
- Vision
- Hands
Areas of Improvement
- Pad level
- Pass blocking
- Lacks the drive/size to finish tough runs forward
Overall Impression
Liked him last year and excited to see what he does in 2024
Ollie Gordon
Oklahoma State Cowboys (RB5)
Height: 6’1” Weight: 211 pounds
Age on Draft Day: 21 Years and 3 Months
Class: Junior
2023 Stats
Rushing: 285 carries; 1732 yards, 21 TDs; 3 Fumbles
Receiving: 50 targets; 39 receptions; 330 yards; 1 TD
Strengths
- Quick feet
- Hugs blocks
- Versatility
Areas of Improvement
- Rushes runs at times
- Lack of elite acceleration
- Cleaning up 3rd down duties
Overall Impression
Solid player that can handle most of what will be asked of him
TreVeyon Henderson
Ohio State Buckeyes (RB4)
Height: 5’10” Weight: 212 pounds
Age on Draft Day: 22 Years and 6 Months
Class: Senior
2023 Stats
Rushing: 156 carries; 926 yards, 11 TDs; 0 Fumbles
Receiving: 23 targets; 19 receptions; 229 yards; 0 TDs
Strengths
- Elusiveness
- 3rd down ability
- Burst
Areas of Improvement
- Bounces too many runs outside
- Lack of breakaway speed
- Durability
Overall Impression
Great player that just needs to stay healthy
Omarion Hampton
North Carolina Tar Heels (RB3)
Height: 6’0” Weight: 220 pounds
Age on Draft Day: 22 Years and 1 Month
Class: Junior
2023 Stats
Rushing: 253 carries; 1504 yards, 15 TDs; 2 Fumbles
Receiving: 32 targets; 29 receptions; 222 yards; 1 TD
Strengths
- Contact balance
- Change of direction ability
- 3rd down ability
Areas of Improvement
- Pad level
- A little too eager at times
- Vision
Overall Impression
Exciting player who has a few areas he can improve on to be a great prospect
Quinshon Judkins
Ohio State Buckeyes (RB2)
Height: 5’11” Weight: 210 pounds
Age on Draft Day: 21 Years and 6 Months
Class: Junior
2023 Stats
Rushing: 271 carries; 1158 yards, 15 TDs; 1 Fumble
Receiving: 26 targets; 22 receptions; 149 yards; 2 TDs
Strengths
- Balance
- Vision
- Burst
Areas of Improvement
- Pass blocking
- Receiving production
- Lack of elite athleticism
Overall Impression
At worst will be a great runner in the NFL but needs to prove himself as a receiver
Ashton Jeanty
Boise State Broncos (RB1)
Height: 5’9” Weight: 210 pounds
Age on Draft Day: 21 Years and 4 Months
Class: Junior
2023 Stats
Rushing: 220 carries; 1347 yards, 14 TDs; 5 Fumbles
Receiving: 48 targets; 44 receptions; 578 yards; 5 TDs
Strengths
- Receiving ability
- Contact balance
- Explosiveness
Areas of Improvement
- Ball security
- Vision
- Size
Overall Impression
May have the highest ceiling in this class and could deliver if he cleans up his ball security and refines his vision
