Rivals Rankings Week: New 2020 running back rankings
Rivals continued to roll out its updated rankings for the Class of 2020 and our focus today is on the running backs. A good chunk of the nation’s best are already committed with, of course, the exception being the No. 1 back in the country,
Zachary Evans
.
Evans highlights a field that includes a quartet of five-stars and even more running backs on the precipice of that coveted fifth star. Below is a brief overview of the biggest storylines coming out of the rankings update as we brace for the season
Arguably the biggest discussion of the position rankings was where
Bijan Robinson
fits among the top two or three running backs. Eventually, the decision was made to make Robinson No. 1 — among all-purpose backs. It’s a testament to the new
Texascommitment’s versatility and the fact that he doesn’t have to come off the field regardless of the situation. He’s a huge get for the Longhorns and should thrive in
Tom Herman’s offense.
Kendall Milton
remained right behind Evans as the No. 2 tailback in the country. The new
Georgia commitment is the latest highly-rated back to commit to
Dell McGee and the Bulldogs. Georgia has a knack for finding bigger, physically imposing running backs and Milton is the latest. There’s no doubt this fall should provide even more clarity on Milton, Robinson, Evans and
Demarkcus Bowman
and the race for No. 1 running back in the nation.
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