2026 NFL Free Agents: Running Back

Breece Hall is a dynamic running back who was able to overcome a past torn ACL.

Travis Etienne was a disappointment for a while, but he finally lived up to expectations this past season, serving as a dynamic back in Jacksonville’s offense.

Kenneth Walker split the workload evenly with Zach Charbonnet, but Walker had an amazing playoff performance against San Francisco.

Javonte Williams had been given up for dead after failing to impress following his torn ACL in his rookie season, but he finally reverted to the talented back we saw years ago.

Tyler Allgeier is a tough running back who was used as a late-game hammer over Bijan Robinson.

Kenneth Gainwell emerged as a dynamic receiving threat in the second half of the season.

Rachaad White isn’t a very good runner, but he’s an effective receiver out of the backfield.

The 49ers made a downgrade from Isaac Guerendo to Brian Robinson Jr. when they traded for the latter.

Austin Ekeler tore his Achilles early last season. He’s unlikely to return to form, unfortunately.

Rico Dowdle had some huge performances early in the season, but predictably cooled down after that.

J.K. Dobbins is a talented runner, but has severe issues staying healthy.

Isiah Pacheco has never been the same since getting hurt in 2024. Perhaps he’ll rebound next season.

Joe Mixon had a great 2024, but missed all of 2025 with an injury. Perhaps he’ll be able to bounce back with one more solid season, but there’s also a chance Mixon may never be the same again.

Keaton Mitchell is an electric back capable of going the distance whenever he touches the ball.

Chris Rodriguez started over Jacory Crosky-Merritt last year and was half-decent in some games.