What does the perfect running back look like? Let's use 2025 NFL Draft prospects to build one.
Listen to the full "Build-a-running back" episode on the Daft on Draft PodcastThe Boise State product is one of many fun running backs in this draft class. This begs the question: what makes for the perfect running back? We've seen some good ones in the NFL over the years, but Nick Chubb of thestands out the most. He has the ideal balance of vision, contact balance, explosiveness, agility, and hands to impact the game in every facet.
Jeanty, however, has the respect of RB1 in this class because of his well-rounded and elite game with the Broncos. And first and foremost about his game is his ability to sift through traffic at every level of the field. Patience and vision for a running back is more than just waiting for an initial hole to develop and hitting it. It's about finding cuts at the second and third level as well to hunt out green grass.
Even as Kansas struggles offensively through the air, Neal is a back they can depend on to create an explosive play out of nothing. It's going to be fun to watch him at the NFL level with the right offensive coordinator like Klint Kubiak, Kyle Shanahan, or even Andy Reid.Texas running back Jaydon Blue runs into the end zone for a touchdown against Michigan defensive back Jyaire Hill during the second half at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, September 7, 2024.
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