Top 10 NFL Running Backs to Watch in 2024

By NFLSpotlight24

Christian McCaffrey, San Francisco 49ers

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– Dominant combination of running and receiving. – Won Offensive Player of the Year after joining the 49ers. – Achieved 83 first downs last year.

Saquon Barkley, Philadelphia Eagles

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– Exceptional vision, blocking, and receiving skills. – Benefits from Eagles' strong offensive line. – Injury concerns remain a factor.

Bijan Robinson, Atlanta Falcons

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– Impressive cutting and elusiveness. – Turns dead plays into significant gains. – Excellent footwork and tackle-breaking ability.

Breece Hall, New York Jets

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– Efficient and consistent despite poor offensive line. – Improved line sets up a special season. – Versatile runner and receiver.

Jahmyr Gibbs, Detroit Lions

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– Surprised as 12th overall draft pick, proved worth. – Speed and contact balance make him a threat. – Effective in both running and receiving.

Derrick Henry, Baltimore Ravens

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– Benefits from teaming with Lamar Jackson. – Durable power runner with minimal injury history. – Expected to carry a significant workload.

Nick Chubb, Cleveland Browns

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– Physical and dominant, but injury-prone. – Recovering from a serious ACL tear. – Premier back when healthy.

Jonathan Taylor, Indianapolis Colts

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– Early career dominance was cut short by injuries. – Showed flashes of talent last season. – Big year expected if healthy.

Kenneth Walker III, Seattle Seahawks

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– Impressive vision and tenacity despite weak lines. – Moves chains effectively, tough runner. – Splits touches with Zach Charbonnet.

James Cook, Buffalo Bills

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– Versatile runner and receiver. – Surpassed 1,200 yards with 60% success rate. – The Bills need to maximize his potential.

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