Running back has become a bit of an afterthought in modern NFL free agency. Teams are more apprehensive than ever to pay free agent tailbacks, many of which are seeking their second contract.
But the 2023 free agent running back class might be the exception. Sure, these players could hit free agency with plenty of tread on their tires. But five of the top 12 running backs in fantasy football this season could hit the open market. This is a deep and diverse class. Here’s an overview of the biggest names at running back to hit free agency in 2023. And here’s a closer look at Josh Jacobs.
Pat Fitzmaurice’s Early 2023 Fantasy Football Mock Draft 
2023 NFL Free Agency Outlook: Josh Jacobs (Fantasy Football)
Josh Jacobs (LVR) | RB3 in 2022
Everyone, including maybe the Raiders, wrote Josh Jacobs off entering this season. He responded with his best season yet and will likely finish the year as the rushing champion. But after Las Vegas declined his fifth-year option last offseason, it appears likely Jacobs will depart.
Assuming Barkley stays in New York, Jacobs should be the most highly sought-after back in this year’s class. There aren’t many RB-needy teams out there, but he should be the featured back wherever he goes, and he isn’t even 25 years old.
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