The running back playing halfback in a typical I formation. A running back (RB) is a member of the offensive backfield in gridiron football. The primary roles of a running back are to receive handoffs from the quarterback to rush the ball, to line up as a receiver to catch the ball, and block. [1]

3 days ago · Running Back s prospect rankings for the 2025 NFL Draft. Breakdowns of the best Running Back prospects and averages of other scouting reports.

Jan 16, 2025 · Maurice Jones-Drew ranks each team's primary running back from the 2024 NFL season. Where does do-it-all playmaker Jahmyr Gibbs land? How about rookie Bucky Irving? Check out the entire...

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Oct 30, 2024 · Which running backs have performed the best in the first seven weeks of the 2024 NFL season? Check out Heavy's list of the Top 10.

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Sep 1, 2023 · The latest annual forward-looking NFL running back rankings have some familiar names near the top but also offer some big immediate expectations for rookies Bijan Robinson and Jahmyr Gibbs.