Teams have devalued the position in recent years, but the best offenses this season have elite backs as their catalysts.
Heading into the playoffs, old-school smashmouth football saw a dramatic resurgence this season—taking advantage of shifts that emphasize defending against the passing game.
Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry got most of the attention in the NFL when it came to running backs, and for good reason. Both players had spectacular seasons t
Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley isn't ready to declare himself a lock for the NFL's rushing title this season.Despite having a comfortable lead in the rushing race, Barkley believes Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry still has a chance to overtake him.
Those veteran running backs who changed addresses in the offseason have given themselves a chance to showcase the difference they can make in the postseason.
Only eight NFL players have rushed for 2,000 yards in a single season. They are, in descending order: Eric Dickerson, Adrian Peterson, Jamal Lewis, Barry Sanders, Derrick Henry, Terrell Davis,
The Baltimore Ravens capped off their 2024 regular season on Saturday night with a dominant win over the Cleveland Browns, securing the AFC North title and the
Saquon Barkley, PHI at LAR 11/24 (26 att., 2 TD)
Star running backs Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry wasted no time settling into their new homes. Barkley, in his first season with the Philadelphia Eagles, became the ninth running back in NFL history to eclipse the 2,
Saquon Barkley is the ninth player in NFL history to rush for 2,000 yards. Terrell Davis welcomed him to the 2k Club on social media.
Led by free-agent bargains Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry, the number of big-play running backs is rivaling the number of high-production wide receivers for a change.