RANKINGS: Top 20 Running Backs Currently Available in the Transfer Portal

T-15.) Isaiah Johnson, North Texas

Total Career FPTS: 207.4

With the Mean Green’s move to the American Athletic Conference prior to the 2023 Football season, Johnson continued to find success finishing the campaign with 229 rushing yards, three TD’s and even had a career high nine receptions.

14.) Rushawn Baker, Bucknell

Total Career FPTS: 222.9

Following a career-best year in 2022 for the Bison, Baker almost matched his output in 2023 with 478 rushing yards, seven rushing touchdowns, 100 receiving yards, and now has over 1,300 yards rushing for his career.

13.) Jevon Jackson, Austin Peay

Total Career FPTS: 256.3

In 2023, Jackson burst onto the scene for the Governors with 1,373 rushing yards, 10 rushing touchdowns, and averaged over 110 rushing yards/game, leading Austin Peay to a 9-3 season and an undefeated run in conference play.

12.) Shadrick Byrd, Charlotte

Total Career FPTS: 277.4

The former Iowa recruit turned 49ers running back was one of the best in the nation during a 2021-22 stretch that saw Byrdmanage 1,203 rushing yards, seven rushing touchdowns, and four receiving TD’s, as he’ll now look to transfer for a second time. 

11.) Jermaine Corbett, Stonehill

Total Career FPTS: 286.0

After three seasons with the Skyhawks, Corbett’s stats are off the charts with a career 2,062 rushing yards, 20 rushing touchdowns, only three fumbles, all on 388 rushing attempts, highlighted by a career-best season in 2023.