{"id":141519,"date":"2025-06-19T05:46:13","date_gmt":"2025-06-19T05:46:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/141519\/"},"modified":"2025-06-19T05:46:13","modified_gmt":"2025-06-19T05:46:13","slug":"afc-east-running-back-rankings-2025-bills-and-jets-lead-divisions-backfield-talent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rawchili.com\/nfl\/141519\/","title":{"rendered":"AFC East running back rankings 2025: Bills and Jets lead division’s backfield talent"},"content":{"rendered":"

The AFC East is home to some of the best talent in the backfield. From dynamic duos to question marks, each team\u2019s running back room tells a different story. Here\u2019s how the division\u2019s rushing attacks stack up heading into the 2025 season.<\/p>\n

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1. Buffalo Bills: James Cook and Ray Davis\"NFL:<\/p>\n

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The lead back on one of the league\u2019s most prolific offenses, James Cook<\/a> has put together back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons for the Buffalo Bills. He\u2019s not the most physical runner, but his receiving and explosive playmaking ability fit perfectly in the team\u2019s offensive scheme. If he repeats that performance this upcoming season, it wouldn\u2019t be a surprise.<\/p>\n

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Ray Davis adds reliability in short-yard situations and in the red zone and is a solid RB2 option for Buffalo. The Bills once again will have a reliable backfield to fuel their high-powered offense.<\/p>\n

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2. New York Jets: Breece Hall and Braelon Allen\"NFL:<\/p>\n

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Breece Hall<\/a> is one of the most talented backs in the league, but has yet to see the immense success many expected in the NFL. Falling short of 1,000 yards each of the past two seasons, there\u2019s pressure on Hall to perform well this year. But his home-run speed is undeniable. With Aaron Rodgers<\/a> gone, the New York Jets<\/a> offense should operate more efficiently and create better opportunities for Hall. Look for Breece to get back on track this season.<\/p>\n

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Braelon Allen provides a different dimension for the Jets as he is more of a bruising threat. At only 21 years of age, Allen could very well develop into a great back for the Jets. This is an exciting duo for Jets fans to watch.<\/p>\n

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3. Miami Dolphins: De\u2019Von Achane and Jaylen Wright\"NFL:<\/p>\n

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De\u2019Von Achane has emerged as a legitimate RB1 for the Miami Dolphins<\/a>. He saw immense success last season, rushing for over 900 yards and accumulating nearly 600 receiving yards. Achane can flip the field in the blink of an eye, and when healthy, he\u2019s one of the most efficient runners in the league.<\/p>\n

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We haven\u2019t seen much of RB2 Jaylen Wright, as he had very limited touches last season. But he does seem to offer a more physical complement to Achane. Wright averaged only 3.7 yards per carry, so he will look to improve on his efficiency.<\/p>\n

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4. New England Patriots: Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson\"NFL:<\/p>\n

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Rhamondre Stevenson<\/a> is a strong, balanced runner, but has struggled with injuries and efficiency behind a shaky New England Patriots line. He also doesn\u2019t quite possess that explosive ability that those ranked ahead do. While he\u2019s a talented back, it wouldn\u2019t be shocking if he splits carries with the rookie out of Ohio State, TreVeyon Henderson.<\/p>\n

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Drafted by the Patriots in the second round, Henderson has a level of speed that could result in a house call every time he touches the ball. That level of talent is what the Patriots need, and if he lives up to the hype, he could easily spark this offense by leading the backfield.<\/p>\n

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