Big Ten ranks top five running backs ahead of 2026 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 4:00 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
As the 2026 college football season approaches, rankings of the top five running backs in the Big Ten have been released. Ohio State's Bo Jackson tops the list after a standout true freshman season, amassing 1,090 rushing yards in 2025. Following him are Rutgers' Antwan Raymond, Michigan's Jordan Marshall, Indiana's Turbo Richard, and Northwestern's Caleb Komolafe. Each player brings unique skills and expectations into the new season, shaping the conference's competitive dynamics. As teams prepare for fall practices, these running backs are under scrutiny to perform at high levels.
- •Bo Jackson had 1,090 rushing yards and six touchdowns in 2025.
- •Caleb Komolafe registered 941 yards and 11 touchdowns last season.
- •Jordan Marshall was Michigan's leading rusher with 932 yards in 2025.
- •Turbo Richard is an underrated addition from Boston College to Indiana.
- •Antwan Raymond leads Rutgers as their key offensive player.
- 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Ranking the Big Ten’s Top 5 running backs for the 2026 football season
"The Big Ten always has a handful of quality running backs, and that rings true this year. Here is our ranking of the 5 best heading into the 2026 season:
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