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Top Five NFL Running Backs 2v5g30

Sep 09, 2008

Who is the best running back in the NFL? Is it LT or Adrian Peterson or Reggie Bush? Kidzworld weighs in and ranks our five fave running backs!

#5. Brian Westbrook 11z59

Although Brian Westbrook only stands 5'10" in stature, he makes catch es as if he were T.O. His 1,333 rushing yards in 2007 was a career high.

#4. Joseph Addai 193u47

It is never easy coming into a good team and replacing a great running back. That is what up-and-coming running back Joseph Addai had to do when he was rookie campaign, Addai led all first-year running backs with 1,081 rushing yards. He has made a Pro Bowl team and even helped the Colts win the Super Bowl in 2007.

#3. Steven Jackson p4i6v

Last season, Steven Jackson of the St. Louis Rams had a dismal season. But opposing teams shouldn't take this supremely skilled running back lightly this year. This 25-year-old running back has the ability to put up big numbers and cause dance his way around defenses and can run over people with his power. Look for this fifth year pro to do big things in '08!

#2. Adrian Peterson 53394

Adrian Peterson is so talented, many people can argue he is the best running back in the NFL. career, A.D. has already been named to the Pro Bowl, was the Rookie of the Year and he has won the 2007 NFL Offensive Player of the Year. He has already set a few big records in the process. Peterson owns the record for the most rushing yards in a single game with 296.

#1. LaDainian Tomlinson 3r3p6s

L.T. is one of the most gifted running backs in record for touchdowns with 31. He also holds the record for most points scored in a season with 186. He has appeared in four straight Pro Bowls and was named league MVP in 2006. L.T. also has the Chargers in contention to win the Super Bowl in 2008!

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