The recurring class 2025 has been described as the deepest of the decade. This class can replace one third of current NFL starters and it would not shock me.
To move on, there are about 16 players that I think wholeheartedly has starters upwards in the class. This infusion of talent is quite versatile, with power slopes and speed buildings that are well represented.
Here are the top five:
Ashton Jeanty, Boise State
Jeanty has been the obvious peak that drives back in this class during the better part of a year, and the hype train has never stopped chewing with several reasons.
Jeanty’s vision and contact balance make it seem like he will never be tackled, and his farms after contact are some of the highest in the country. He profiles like a well -rounded back that can take on rushing, receive and block responsibility.
His only deficiency is that he may only be average when it comes to speed – so was Emmitt Smith – but his vision and instincts compensate for it. Jeanty is a clear top player in the class.
Treyyon Henderson, Ohio State
December 21, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes who drives back Treyyon Henderson (32) obstacles Tennessee Volunteers Quarterback Gaston Moore (13) during the first half of a college football game for the first round at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Adam Cairns Imagnian Pictures Henderson began his career with one stroke, took over the starting role for Buckeyes as a beginner and went over 1,200 meters, but a foot injury took him out of operation for a year.
After his full healthy return, it looked like Henderson had not missed a pace. He is impressive in the open field with a clear first and second gear that leaves the defender in the dust thanks to his acceleration.
While he would rather stay out of the injury, when he needs to get physical, he lowers the shoulder and can truck through contact without losing his top speed and is also an impressive blocker with a similar style. Henderson would not be in place in the first round.
Omarion Hampton, North Carolina
November 2, 2024; Tallahassee, Florida, USA; North Carolina Tarheels, who drives back Omarian Hampton (28), drives the ball towards the Florida State Seminoles during the first quarter at Doak S. Campbell Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Myers-Imagn images If you want real speed in your driving room, Hampton is your husband. Hampton wears 220 with mercy and has absolute burners in the open field.
The first explosion from the backfield will turn his head, but his speed is even clearer in the passing game. When he finds a soft place in the coverage, he is on his way to the competitions.
Hampton fights for each farm and is at least a mill that takes football very seriously. Hampton’s deadly deficiency is his lack of creativity and preference to go directly that can limit his roof in the NFL, but with training he can be a top back.
Cornos Jusee, Iowa
September 7, 2024; Iowa City, Iowa, USA; Iowa Hawkeyes, who drives back Kaleb Johnson (2), runs for a 27 Yard Touchdown against Iowa State Cyclones during the first quarter at Kinnick Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeffrey Becker-Imagn images Johnson is perhaps the most physical back in the class. If you thought Jeanty’s playing style encouraged contact, will turn on the Iowa offensive film to change your melody.
Johnson can bounce defenders out of his way and crush his legs to continue moving forward long after the game should have been over. Physically ok, he uses that muscle to break through defense as a destruction ball.
This does not say that he can only work through contact. Johnson has the vision to get into open space and can win that way. He lacks agility and can be a bit stiff and scattered, so don’t expect any Jukes or jumping steps, but his strength can make him a starter for his rookie season.
Bhayshul tute, virginia tech
October 17, 2024; Blacksburg, Virginia, USA; Virginia Tech Hokies who drive back Bhayshul Tuten (33) run the ball towards Boston College Eagles Cornerback Bryquice Brown (19) during the second quarter at Lane Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Immagn Pictures The tutor goes like a track star. Fast and liquid, the tutor showed its speed at the combine and rapidly rose pull boards.
His jittery cuts and interruptions, home leadership makes him one of the higher plays in the class. He is the kind of big game threat that can score at any time.
Be able to quickly identify the hole he needs to meet to make the big players happen, he reaches the second level in the defense in a wink and becomes a blur in the open field.
While he lacks a little natural power and receiving skills, the tutor is a high floor perspective that can immediately become a two-down back with the roof to do much more.
