#running-backs

#running-backs

Akers, a 2020 second-round draft pick, signed with the Saints in June and has been competing for a backup spot behind Alvin Kamara. Akers was released as part of a wave of 14 transactions the Saints made ahead of Tuesday's roster cut deadline. "NFL a crazy place," Akers wrote on X on Monday, adding a crying face emoji to his post.

Rico Dowdle has quickly established himself as a key player during the Panthers' preseason, participating in 57% of the route runs with starter Chuba Hubbard. Dowdle's effective play shows promise for the team's running game, especially after a productive season with the Cowboys where he rushed for over 1,000 yards. As the Panthers look to improve in 2024, Dowdle's defined role can contribute significantly as a complementary back alongside Hubbard.

Kyren Williams has signed a three-year, $33 million contract extension with the Rams, including $23 million guaranteed. Williams expressed his desire to remain with the team as he reported to training camp.

Jacory Croskey-Merritt has been phenomenal since joining the Commanders, showing explosiveness and big-play ability. His performance is creating competition in the running back room.

In his first year with the Tennessee Titans, running back Tony Pollard reached career highs -- 1,079 rushing yards and 260 carries. However, his workload significantly overshadowed teammate Tyjae Spears, who had only 84 carries, creating an imbalanced distribution of carries that the Titans coach hopes to rectify in Year 2.

Despite higher competition in the free-agent pool, Jamaal Williams remains a top option for the Bears, especially due to his previous success with their current staff.

The biggest thing that taught me last year is that I learned how to be unselfish. I learned how to put the team over my individual goals and what I wanted to accomplish, and so that's the biggest thing coming here.

Kaleb Johnson's combination of size, speed, and production earned him recognition as a top running back prospect for the upcoming NFL draft, showcasing significant upside.