Here are all the details about the top ten running backs heading into the upcoming 2022/2023 NFL season.
The upcoming exciting season of the NFL is upon us. All the teams have used the offseason to their benefit, as they hope to make a strong run toward their goal in the season.
The talent pool around the running backs in the league is ever-increasing. It is one of the toughest positions to play, yet the players are doing an excellent job of to contribute towards their team.
The RBs in the league takes a lot of hits during their plays, due to which more often than not their career is short as compared to other position players.
Despite that, watching the peak of Running Backs in the league is a sight to behold. Here we are going to discuss the top 10 cornerbacks heading into the 2022/2023 NFL season.
10. Saquon Barkley – New York Giants
Even though Saquon Barkley’s career is plagued with injuries, he still is one of the best at his position. Barkley had a great start to his NFL career, but the Giants franchise hasn’t been good with surrounding him with better players. Under the new head coach, we can expect Barkley to have a great season and prove to the world that he still is an elite RB in the league.
Saquon Barkley has played 4 seasons for the Giants. He has had 659 carries for 2,937 yards, 190 catches for 1,482 yards, and has scored 27 touchdowns. He was selected to play in 1 Pro Bowl and has won the Offensive Rookie of the Year award.
9. Joe Mixon – Cincinnati Bengals
When all the hype was on the Bengals’ Wide Receivers and their quarterback Joe Burrow, Joe Mixon did a great job last year. He was a key player in their run to the Super Bowl.
With a better O-Line, we are likely to see another great season for the Bengals RB1. Joe Mixon has played 5 seasons for the Bengals. He has 1,104 carries for 4,564 yards, 171 catches for 1,322 yards, and has scored 41 touchdowns.
8. Najee Harris – Pittsburgh Steelers
Najee Harris in just his rookie season in the NFL showed the world that he is an elite RB. Heading into his sophomore season in the NFL, Harris is going to get even better for a young and underrated Steelers team.
Najee Harris has played 1 season for the Steelers. He has 307 carries for 1,200 yards, 74 catches for 467 yards, and has scored 10 touchdowns.
7. Austin Ekeler – Los Angeles Chargers
The Los Angeles Chargers roster is stacked. Their offense is looking pretty good, and Austin Ekeler will be a huge part of it. Playing alongside Justin Herbert, Ekeler can have a huge season. With teams looking to cover Herbert’s deep passes, Ekeler can burst through, and have another prolific campaign.
Austin Ekeler has played 5 seasons for the Chargers. He has 607 carries for 2,812 yards, 282 catches for 2,726 yards, and has scored 45 touchdowns.
6. Alvin Kamara – New Orleans Saints
Another team that has massively improved its roster is the New Orleans Siants. They might have the best WR group in the league, and that is going to help Alvin Kamara a lot. He didn’t have the best the season last year, but still, Kamara is one of the best at his position.
It’s very likely that we will see Kamara having a prolific season in the upcoming campaign of the NFL. Alvin Kamara has played 5 seasons for the Saints. He has 912 carries for 4,238 yards, 373 catches for 3,263 yards, and has scored 68 touchdowns. He was selected to play in 3 Pro Bowls and has won the Offensive Rookie of the Year award.
5. Dalvin Cook – Minnesota Vikings
Dalvin Cook has had a great few seasons coming into this season. However, despite his greatness, the upcoming season will be a challenge for him. With a new head coach, the Vikings might shift to pass first offense rather than run-based. Due to it, Cook will need to adjust.
Dalvin Cook has played 5 seasons for the Vikings. He has 1,018 carries for 4,820 yards, 182 catches for 1,499 yards, and has scored 42 touchdowns. He was selected to play in 1 Pro Bowl.
4. Nick Chubb – Cleveland Browns
Nick Chubb is among the top elite Running Backs in the league. He has been great since his arrival in the league and will look to do the same in the upcoming season. Playing with Deshaun Watson would have helped him a lot, but Watson is suspended for the first 11 games of the season. Due to it, he might need to step ahead and carry this team forward.
Nick Chubb has played 4 seasons for the Cleveland Browns. He has 908 carries for 4,816 yards, 92 catches for 751 yards, and has scored 39 touchdowns. He was selected to play in 1 Pro Bowl.
3. Christian McCaffrey – Carolina Panthers
Christian McCaffrey is one of the most valuable players in the league. Injuries have riddled his career over the past two seasons, yet he is a player that every team would love to have. He is a dual threat, and his fitness will play a huge role in the Panthers’ season. Under new quarterback Baker Mayfield, McCaffrey is likely to elevate his game to further heights.
Christian McCaffrey has played 5 seasons for the Panthers. He has 781 carries for 3,587 yards, 357 catches for 3,015 yards, and has scored 47 touchdowns. He was selected to play in 1 Pro Bowl.
2. Derrick Henry – Tennessee Titans
Placing a player like Derrick Henry as the 2nd best running back is a tough decision. He was the leader in the MVP race last season before he was injured. If he stays healthy throughout the season, he can take back his crown as the best RB in the league.
Henry has been an unstoppable force since he started playing football, and he has continued that in the NFL as well. He has played 6 seasons for the Titans. Henry has 1,401 carries for 6,797 yards, 94 catches for 846 yards, and has scored 68 touchdowns. He was selected to play in 1 Pro Bowl and has won 1 Offensive Player of the Year award.
1. Jonathan Taylor – Indianapolis Colts
Jonathan Taylor stormed the league last year. In the absence of Henry due to injury, he transformed himself into the best and most consistent Running Back in the league.
He was in the race for the MVP award as well and is likely to continue that form heading into the upcoming season. Taylor will play a huge role in the season for the Colts. He is likely to get better under a new and good quarterback Matt Ryan.
Jonathan Taylor has played 2 seasons for the Colts. He has 564 carries for 2,980 yards, 76 catches for 659 yards and has scored 32 touchdowns.
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