Teams have devalued the position in recent years, but the best offenses this season have elite backs as their catalysts.
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.
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.
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.
Led by free agent bargains Saquon Barkley and Derrick Henry, the number of big-play running backs is rivaling the number of high-production receivers for a change.
Adrianna Rivas, the girlfriend of Ravens star Derrick Henry, celebrated the running back's record-setting mark in the team's Christmas win over Houston.
Bonuses, awards, and records at stake for players like Josh Sweat and C.J. Gardner-Johnson in a 'resting starters' game.
Ravens running back Derrick Henry is now in the NFL history books, after pulling off a wild feat versus the Browns.
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
Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry's MVP candidacy has cooled off over the past month. It was always going to be an uphill battle for him as the award almost always goes to who voters feel was the best quarterback during the season.