3 potential Undrafted Free Agent rookie running backs the Las Vegas Raiders should try to make a priority after the 2026 NFL Draft
The Las Vegas Raiders will need a backup running back, or at least another running back added to the roster behind Ashton Jeanty.
The Las Vegas Raiders may draft a running back in the 2026 NFL Draft, possibly early on Day 3. However, the draft can be unpredictable, and they might prefer the undrafted rookie RB class enough to pass on one during the draft.
Ashton Jeanty can be the best RB in the league; we know he has that potential. However, he needs help—specifically, a better offensive line, an improved passing game to divert defensive attention, and stronger support in the RB room. Considering this, if the Raiders choose to pass on drafting a running back, there are three potential UDFA RBs I like for them to target.
3 potential UDFA RBs for the Raiders to target after the 2026 NFL Draft
Adam Randall, Clemson RB
He’s a big dude who knows how to use his strength and size in the run game. He’s got great pad level when running between the tackles, and often times breaks tackles in the second level purely because of his size. And, sure, he’s big, but he has very good straight-line speed. All of these positives are fine, but there is a reason he is projected as a Day 3 guy. Randall doesn’t have great lateral quickness. You won’t often see him make a guy miss in a phone booth, as you might see from Jeanty. He’s a very straightforward runner and won’t dance behind the line of scrimmage waiting for a hole to open up. Drops are a concern and a reason he ended up switching from the WR position. The Raiders had some interest in him with a pre-draft visit.
Chip Trayanum, Toledo RB
Trayanum is a tall running back who can do a lot of different things. Still, most of his versatility showed up while playing in the MAC, often against less competitive teams. The sixth-year senior played at Arizona State, Ohio State, Kentucky, and finished his college career at Toledo. He finished with over 2,200 total rushing yards, 25 rushing TDs, 300 receiving yards, and two receiving TDs. At 6’0, 224 pounds, Trayaynum has the build to be a guy who does all of the dirty work so that Jeanty wouldn’t have to, thereby taking some of the load off the star RB. Trayanum has some vision issues, mainly with consistency. You may see him have an incredible read one play with his eyes, but the next one chooses the completely wrong gap and just gets buried in the backfield. Trayanum does have some pretty good pass pro reps on tape, all things considered. His play on third downs and special teams would be great for Vegas.
Rahsul Faison, South Carolina RB
Faison is one of the older RBs in this class, which has greatly hurt his draft stock. He started his college career in 2019 at Marshall and has since played for two JUCO schools, Utah State, and then SC. Faison is 6’0, 200 pounds, and fits what the Raiders need in that backup RB role with his big frame and great run strength and balance for those short yardage conversions. However, while he does run hard, he hasn’t shown that he can be a traditional guy who single-handedly moves piles as the RB. He has some amazing patience and vision, guided by some good footwork in the short area before the line of scrimmage. One of his big knocks, though, is that he doesn’t have a ton of special teams experience. In 37 college games, Faison finished his career with 412 carries, 2,315 rushing yards, 16 rushing TDs, 52 catches, and 269 receiving yards.
