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.

Reggie Bush discusses how Jahmyr Gibbs has stepped up during Montgomery's absence and the importance and rejuvenation of the running back position.

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.

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,

Saquon Barkley, PHI at LAR 11/24 (26 att., 2 TD)

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.

Mario Ferraro produced a fight and the game-winning goal, Marc-Edouard Vlasic notched a point in his season debut and the San Jose Sharks broke an eight-game losing streak by edging the visiting Tampa Bay Lightning 2-1 on Thursday.

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

Following his confirmed absence in the matchup against the Giants, the record held by Saquon Barkley for the Philadelphia Eagles in this NFL season could be broken by Baltimore Ravens RB Derrick Henry.

Sporting News' NFL experts make their predictions for the 2025 playoff bracket, including AFC and NFC champions and their picks for Super Bowl 59.