The Colorado Buffaloes are getting ready to open the 2025 football season against the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets. But they'll likely be without one of their top running backs. Dallan Hayden suffered a hand injury in practice and is expected to be out for the Buffs' opener in two weeks, according to DNVR's Scott Procter.

We're through the first week of preseason action, so it's time to update the running back tiers. For Tier 3.0, I will only list the players in each tier, along with any potential changes. You can see the full breakdown of each player by clicking on Tiers 1.

Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane will likely be sidelined for a week, if not longer, because of a calf injury, head coach Mike McDaniel said Monday. Achane is still targeted to be ready in time for the season opener on Sept.

The Red Raiders have invested more into their 2025 NIL contracts than any other college football program. Unfortunately after the ACL tear of a key transfer, they might not get their money’s worth this season.

Yes, Browns running back Quinshon Judkins could still be suspended, even though he won’t face criminal charges arising from recent allegations of domestic violence.

Quinten Joyner suffered a season ending knee injury Saturday during the Red Raiders' second preseason scrimmage, head coach Joey McGuire confirmed Monday on his 'What's Next!' podcast.

In this case, "Bill" is Washington Commanders rookie running back Jacory Croskey-Merritt. Croskey-Merritt split his college career between Alabama State, New Mexico and Arizona. He made it all the way to the draft's seventh round, where he was chosen at pick No. 245 overall.

The Vikings are signing running back Xazavian Valladay, Mike Garafolo of NFL Media reports. Valladay became a free agent in June when the Saints cut him. He had stints on the practice squad of the Jets and Saints last season. Valladay was with the Steelers in 2023.