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2025 Steelers’ Wants, Needs, And Prospects — Running Backs

Part 1 – The Defensive Line

Part 2 – The Offensive Line

Part 3 – Wide Receivers and Tight Ends

Part 4 – Edge Rushers

INTRODUCTION

The 2025 class of running backs has been described as one of the all-time greats. Most of that strength comes in the form of solid Round 3-5 prospects, not unique players. There is only one universally great Colbert Special in the class (the type of talent you just don’t pass over), followed by a clear second best who could earn a late-1st Round grade for the perfect team.