Power Ranking the Running Back Rooms in the AFC East
Summary
NFL teams in the AFC East have different strengths in their running back groups as they prepare for the 2026 season. The New England Patriots have the strongest depth with two top running backs, followed by the Buffalo Bills, Miami Dolphins, and New York Jets.Key Facts
- The New England Patriots have TreVeyon Henderson and Rhamondre Stevenson, both capable of rushing for over 1,000 yards.
- Henderson gained 911 yards and scored 9 touchdowns last year; Stevenson gained 603 yards and scored 7 touchdowns.
- The Buffalo Bills’ leading running back is James Cook, who had 1,621 yards and 12 touchdowns last season.
- Ray Davis and Frank Gore Jr. are backups for the Bills, with Gore Jr. potentially challenging Ty Johnson for a spot.
- Miami’s De’Von Achane had a breakout year with 1,350 rushing yards, 8 rushing touchdowns, plus receiving yards and touchdowns.
- The Dolphins have supporting backs like Ollie Gordon II and Jaylen Wright who contribute solid yardage and touchdowns.
- New York Jets’ Breece Hall recently achieved a 1,000-yard rushing season and is also active in catching passes.
- Braelon Allen and Isaiah Davis are backups for the Jets, with potential to contribute if healthy or given more opportunities.
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