Cleveland Browns 2026 Training Camp Previews: Running Backs

Remaking the running back room was one of the biggest tasks of the 2025 offseason for Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry. Hence why he used two draft picks to turn the position over in short order. Second-round pick Quinshon Judkins proved in year one – prior to a season-ending injury – that he has the potential to become the team's new franchise running back.

While fifth-round pick Dylan Sampson showed some flashes as the change-of-pace back behind him. That duo headlines a group that figures to be a strength for the Browns this fall. Projected Depth ChartQuinshon Judkins Dylan SampsonRaheim SandersMichael Burton (FB)Ahmani Marshall Davon BoothTJ HardenCleveland Browns Roster Rankings | Defensive Deep Dive | Mike Rutenberg Speaks | Verse's PotentialThe Cleveland Browns are just three weeks away from the beginning of Training Camp and the season is upon us.

The Browns received some unfavorable rankings o...Biggest Question Judkins' status following the broken leg and dislocated ankle that ended his rookie season earlier would certainly be at the top of the list if he hadn't come out this spring looking totally healthy. There really shouldn't be any concerns on that front heading into training camp.

Instead, the biggest question with the running back room simply centers around what the depth chart will look like behind him and how many spots Cleveland can allocate to the position, particularly with a fullback spot to consider. If Burton ends up solidifying that job, it probably means tailbacks and fullbacks will eat up four roster spots. If a tight end like Joe Royer, Jack Stoll or Carsen Ryan can prove versatile enough for the role, though, it would mean just three tailbacks probably make the final 53.

So who will slot in behind Judkins? Sampson is the obvious RB2 and Sanders feels like the front-runner for RB3. That is, unless Marshall, Booth or Harden really flashes during training camp.

Best Case ScenarioJudkins picks up where he left off in 2025, showing he's a domi