Since Todd Gurley flamed out, the Los Angeles Rams have had a mold at running back. On the smaller side, 5’8 or just above and weighing 200 to 210 lb. While that puts L.A. on the outer fringe of the NFL averages, today’s NFL running backs are generally smaller. The trend follows the uptick in passing and highlights the need for receiving skills to complement running out of the backfield.
In the 2025 NFL Draft last week, L.A. drafted RB Jarquez Hunter at #117, and at 5’ 9” 204 lb.