The Big 12 Is Reshaped by the Best Running Backs in College Football
How the Conference's Top Rushers Are Changing the Landscape
T.J. Yates, CBS Sports
The Big 12 Conference has long been known for its high-flying offenses and prolific passing attacks. But in recent years, the conference has also seen a resurgence in the running game, thanks to a number of talented running backs.
In 2022, the Big 12 was home to four of the top 10 rushers in the country, including Bijan Robinson of Texas, Deuce Vaughn of Kansas State, Eric Gray of Oklahoma, and Zach Charbonnet of UCLA.
These running backs have helped reshape the landscape of the Big 12, making it one of the most dynamic and exciting conferences in college football.
Bijan Robinson, Texas
Robinson is one of the most talented running backs in the country, and he is a major reason why Texas is a contender for the Big 12 title in 2023.
As a sophomore in 2022, Robinson rushed for 1,580 yards and 18 touchdowns, and he also caught 26 passes for 295 yards and four touchdowns.
Robinson is a complete back who can run between the tackles, catch passes out of the backfield, and even line up as a wide receiver.
Deuce Vaughn, Kansas State
Vaughn is another dynamic running back who is capable of making big plays in a variety of ways.
As a junior in 2022, Vaughn rushed for 1,404 yards and 18 touchdowns, and he also caught 43 passes for 480 yards and five touchdowns.
Vaughn is a shifty runner who is difficult to tackle, and he is also a dangerous receiver out of the backfield.
Eric Gray, Oklahoma
Gray is a powerful running back who is known for his ability to break tackles and gain yards after contact.
As a junior in 2022, Gray rushed for 1,375 yards and 11 touchdowns, and he also caught 29 passes for 197 yards and four touchdowns.
Gray is a workhorse running back who can carry the load for an offense.
Zach Charbonnet, UCLA
Charbonnet is a bruising running back who is known for his physical style of play.
As a sophomore in 2022, Charbonnet rushed for 1,137 yards and 13 touchdowns, and he also caught 12 passes for 171 yards and three touchdowns.
Charbonnet is a tough runner who is difficult to bring down, and he is a major reason why UCLA is a contender for the Pac-12 title in 2023.
With an elite group of running backs leading the way, the Big 12 is poised to be one of the most exciting conferences in college football in 2023.
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