2026 NFL Draft position rankings: Running back

Key Points:

• The 2026 NFL Draft class for running backs features one elite prospect, Jeremiyah Love from Notre Dame, projected as a top 10 pick due to his combination of size, power, speed, agility, and versatility as both a runner and receiver.
• Love is praised for his polished running style, ability to break tackles, and potential as a third-down back, making him a franchise-altering player for any team that drafts him.
• The Eagles currently rely on Saquon Barkley as their lead back, but given Barkley’s age (29) and the need for complementary talent, they may look to add another competent running back from the 2026 class, such as Tank Bigsby who showed promise last year.
• Aside from Love, the running back class is composed mostly of solid role players with starter potential, likely resulting in only one back being selected in the first round and the rest going in mid to late rounds.
• Other notable running back prospects include Jadarian Price (Notre Dame), Mike Washington Junior (Arkansas), Jonah Coleman (Washington), Kaytron Allen (Penn State), and Nicholas Singleton (Penn State), among others.