Can McCaffrey Repeat as Rushing Yards Champ in 2024?

The running back position isn’t as valued as it used to be, but it’s still important for teams to

have a rusher who can still be utilized to the fullest. Sure, there are some big name veterans

out there, but there are also young talented backs who become even more valuable on their

rookie deals. We’ll take a look at who could lead the league in rushing in 2024.

Christian McCaffrey, San Francisco 49ers +350

While the 49ers drafted RB Ricky Pearsall in the first round, Christian McCaffrey remains the

team’s most important offensive weapon. He led the league in rushing with 1,459 yards and

was named Offensive Player of the Year. Barring injury, McCaffrey should contend for this title.

His offensive line is strong and should give him plenty of room to rack up the yards.

Jonathan Taylor, Indianapolis Colts +750

After holding out for a new contract, Jonathan Taylor got a 3-year deal and played just 10

games in 2023 posting career-lows with 74.1 yards per game and 4.4 yards per carry. The 2021

rushing leader should have a better 2024 as he’ll have a full offseason to get ready. The

downside for Taylor is he hasn’t played a full 17-game season since 2021, where he averaged

106.5 yards a game. If he can return to that production level, he’ll be in contention for another

rushing title.

Saquon Barkley, Philadelphia Eagles +900

Saquon Barkley ran for 1,000 yards or more in three of his six seasons in New York where he

played in front of a terrible offensive line. Now imagine what he can do with the Eagles, who

have been one of the top rushing teams in recent years. Philadelphia loves to pound the ball

and now they have a big, skilled back who could run it down a team’s throat this season. But the

most important thing for Barkley will be can he stay healthy.

WORTH A SHOT

Kyren Williams, LA Rams +1400

Kyren Williams was a revelation for the Rams last year running for 1,144 in 12 games. He was

on pace for 1,620 yards but injuries slowed him down. Williams hit the 100 yard mark in six of

his twelve games and with the Rams beefing up the line, signing

Jonah Jackson and re-signing Kevin Dotson, Williams could see a lot of daylight in games and

at his price, would be worth taking a shot

Most Regular Season Rushing Yards Odds

Christian McCaffrey +350

Bijan Robinson +700

Jonathan Taylor +750

Derrick Henry +750

Saquon Barkley +900

Breece Hall +1000

Kyren Williams +1400

Zamir White +1400

Jahmyr Gibbs +2000

De’Von Achane +2200
Josh Jacobs +2500
Nick Chubb +2500