As teams continue to devalue running backs, veterans have found it harder to earn new contracts with talents such Ken Walker of the Seahawks thriving on rookie deals.
stood out as faces of the NFL. For decades, in fact, ball carriers regularly were selected with top 10 picks in the draft and arrived as focal points for their respective offenses, regularly toting the rock 300-plus times a season.
The Bang For Buck RB Index comprises of nine different statistical metrics, including traditional data such as rushing yardage, touchdowns, receptions, receiving yardage, and missed tackles forced. The formula also prioritizes several recently-developed advanced metrics, including success rate, percentage of runs against a loaded box, and yards after contact per carry for running backs who meet the carries/receptions thresholds and have an annual salary north of $2 million per year.
Oct 15, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III scores a touchdown during the first quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports / Joseph Maiorana-USA TODAY Sports Detroit Lions safety C.J. Gardner-Johnson tackles Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III during the first half at Ford Field, Sunday, Sept. 17, 2023. Defensive end Charles Harris also helps out on the play. / Kirthmon F. Dozier / USA TODAY NETWORK
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