2027 NFL Draft Prospects: Running Back

<> 10/7/26: In 2026, Baugh has averaged 6.5 yards per carry for 613 yards with 11 touchdowns. He has five catches for 35 yards. He has been tremendous for the Gators including leading them to some big wins over Auburn and Ole Miss.

In 2025, Baugh averaged 5.3 yards per carry for 1,170 yards with eight touchdowns. He has 33 receptions for 210 yards and two touchdowns. Baugh flashed serious running ability for the Gators in 2024 as a freshman. While other backs got more carries, Baugh showed a dangerous burst and power to get yards after contact. Baugh averaged 5.1 yards per carry for 673 yards and seven touchdowns. He had four catches for 33 yards and a score. Baugh could explode if the Gators make him their feature back.

10/7/26: Lacy has averaged 4.9 yards per carry for 191 yards and four touchdowns. He has seven catches for 16 yards. He injured his shoulder September 19 against LSU and has not played since, but Lacy is week-to-week, and it sounds like he could return before long.

Lacy was a tough runner for the Rebels in 2025. He showed dangerous quickness and shifty running ability while helping the Rebels make a run in the playoffs. Lacy averaged 5.1 yards per carry for 1,567 yards with 24 touchdowns. He also caught 29 passes for 177 yards. It was a breakout year for Lacy after totaling 104 yards on 23 carries with Missouri in 2024.

10/7/26: Hardy has still not played this season after getting shot in the offseason. In 2025, Hardy was a hard-nosed runner for the Tigers and had some amazing games, including his performances against Louisiana and Mississippi State. Hardy averaged 6.4 yards per carry for 1,649 yards with 16 touchdowns. He is a physical runner with quickness and shiftiness. With Louisiana-Monroe in 2024, Hardy ran for 1,351 yards, averaging 5.7 per carry with 13 touchdowns.

10/7/26: In 2026, Brown has averaged 5.6 yards per carry for 322 yards with two touchdowns.

In 2025, Brown averaged 8.8 yards per carry for 884 yards and seven touchdowns on only 101 carries. He had a solid 2024 season that also saw him catch 30 passes for 152 yards and a touchdown.

10/7/26: Haynes has averaged 5.4 yards per carry for 393 yards with three touchdowns. He has 11 receptions for 47 yards and two scores.

Haynes played really well in 2025 in Michigan, showing a hard-nosed running style with quickness, instincts, and versatility. Haynes was injured in late October and went out for the season. He transferred to Georgia Tech for the 2026 season. In 2025, Haynes averaged 7.1 yards per carry for 857 yards with 10 touchdowns. He has 13 catches for 50 yards. In 2024, Haynes was a rotational back at Alabama and averaged 5.7 yards per carry for 448 yards and seven touchdowns. He had 17 catches for 99 yards. Haynes transferred to Michigan after the season. Haynes is a smart player who has flashed the ability to be a good contributor as a blocker and receiver.

10/7/26: Martin has averaged 7.8 yards per carry for 344 yards with three touchdowns. He has five catches for 41 yards.

In 2025, Martin averaged 5.5 yards per carry, 1,305 yards, and 12 touchdowns. He had 36 receptions for 255 yards. Martin is a big power back for the Cougars and runs hard. In 2024, he averaged 5.2 yards per carry for 718 yards and seven touchdowns. He had 10 catches for 98 yards and two scores. It will be interesting to see if Martin gets featured more in 2025.

10/7/26: Fletcher has averaged 5.9 yards per carry for 307 yards with five touchdowns.

Fletcher was a tough and strong runner for the Hurricanes during the 2025 season. He averaged 5.5 yards per carry for 1,192 yards and 12 touchdowns. He had 17 catches for 140 yards and two touchdowns. Fletcher is a strong runner who is physical and picks up yards after contact.

10/7/26: Wisner has averaged 5.5 yards per carry for 121 yards. He has six catches for 76 yards.

In 2025, Wisner averaged 4.6 yards per carry for 597 yards and three touchdowns with Texas. He had 22 receptions for 146 yards and a touchdown. After the 2025 season, he transferred to Florida State. In 2024, Wisner did some tough running for the Longhorns as they dealt with a lot of injuries on their offense. Wisner averaged 4.7 yards per carry for 1,064 yards with five touchdowns. He showed excellent receiving ability for a big back, with 44 catches for 311 yards and a touchdown. Wisner has upside and could be a riser in 2025.

10/7/26: Frazier has averaged 8.1 yards per carry for 211 yards with five touchdowns.

In 2025, Frazier averaged 5.5 yards per carry for 947 yards with six touchdowns. He had 16 catches for 116 yards and a touchdown. Fraizer needs to produce more in 2026 to rise.

10/7/26: In 2026, Jones has averaged 4.5 yards per carry for 426 yards with five touchdowns. Jones had an excellent opening to the 2026 season, running all over a talented Clemson defense. Jones totaled 113 yards on 23 carries with two touchdowns. Jones (5-11, 211) is a physical downhill runner with quickness and an ability to generate yards after contact. He could have a breakout season for the Tigers. In 2025, Jones averaged 3.9 yards per carry for 300 yards with two touchdowns while playing for Wisconsin.

10/7/26: In 2026, Roberts has averaged 5.4 yards per carry for 606 yards with six touchdowns. In 2025, Roberts averaged 6.1 yards per carry for 753 yards with six touchdowns. He also caught 18 passes for 141 yards with a touchdown. He would be a starter at most schools, but backing up Ahmad Hardy will give Roberts fresh legs and less wear-and-tear from college.

10/7/26: In 2026, Parker has averaged 6.6 yards per carry for 328 yards and five touchdowns. In 2025, Parker averaged 6.6 yards per carry for 981 yards with six touchdowns. He also caught 13 passes for 185 yards with three scores. Parker has the upside to produce more in 2026.

10/7/26: Sama has averaged 6.8 yards per carry for 190 yards and a touchdown. In 2025, Sama averaged 5.2 yards per carry for 732 yards with five touchdowns at Iowa State. He flashed talent and could produce more as the feature back at Wisconsin.

10/7/26: Hosley has 61 yards on 16 carries. In 2025, Hosley averaged 7.1 yards per carry for 697 yards and seven touchdowns. He produced more in 2024 while playing with Penn.

10/7/26: Hughes has averaged 4.7 yards per carry for 309 yards and two touchdowns. In 2025, Hughes had 17 carries for 70 yards and two catches for 24 yards. He hasn’t played since late September. Hughes was one of the top backs in college football in 2024 and ended up transferring to the Ducks after the season. With Tulane, Hughes ran well for the Green Wave in 2024, averaging 5.3 yards per carry for 1,401 yards with 15 touchdowns. He had 19 catches for 176 yards and two scores. Hughes ran for 1,378 yards with seven scores and an average of 5.3 yards per carry in 2023. Hughes has a compact build with a burst to rip off yards in chunks.

10/7/26: Hansen has averaged 4.6 yards per carry for 199 yards with two touchdowns. In 2025, Hansen averaged 5.1 yards per carry for 952 yards and six touchdowns with Iowa State. He had 19 receptions for 134 yards. In 2024, Hansen averaged 5.0 yards per carry for 752 yards and 13 touchdowns. He had 13 catches for 88 yards and two scores. Hanson is a big power back, and he could rise now that he has a year of experience.

10/7/26: Young has 49 yards on 16 carries. Young had 64 yards on 23 carries with two touchdowns in 2025 with Alabama. After the season, he transferred to Colorado. Young is big, strong, and has some quickness, but needs to earn more snaps to climb. He was behind a few other backs last year and averaged 5.4 yards per carry for 146 yards and two touchdowns.

10/7/26: Durham has 14 yards on nine carries. He’s a backup for LSU. In 2025, Durham led LSU in rushing with only 505 yards, averaging 4.6 yards per carry for 505 yards with three touchdowns. He had a better season in 2024, and Durham could rise with production in Lane Kiffin’s offense.