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VideoThe Easiest Way To Draft The Perfect Running BacksAugust 14, 2026
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Video: The Easiest Way To Draft The Perfect Running Backs
Christian McCaffrey, Jonathan Taylor, James Cook, Ashton Jeanty
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Anchor back with 64% carry share in 2026

Classified as an anchor running back with a projected 64% carry share in his offense.

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