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AFC West positional rankings: Josh Jacobs leads division’s running backs

By Grant Tuttle

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - NOVEMBER 22: Running back Josh Jacobs #28 of the Las Vegas Raiders dives for the end zone against the Kansas City Chiefs in the second half of their game at Allegiant Stadium on November 22, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images)
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - NOVEMBER 22: Running back Josh Jacobs #28 of the Las Vegas Raiders dives for the end zone against the Kansas City Chiefs in the second half of their game at Allegiant Stadium on November 22, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images) /
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DENVER, COLORADO – NOVEMBER 22: Melvin Gordon #25 of the Denver Broncos carries the ball for a touchdown, to take a 20-10 lead over the Miami Dolphins, during the third quarter at Empower Field At Mile High on November 22, 2020 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)
DENVER, COLORADO – NOVEMBER 22: Melvin Gordon #25 of the Denver Broncos carries the ball for a touchdown, to take a 20-10 lead over the Miami Dolphins, during the third quarter at Empower Field At Mile High on November 22, 2020 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images) /

2. Melvin Gordon, Denver Broncos

#2 running back: Javonte Williams

The number two spot on this list was certainly the most difficult decision to make. If not for the acquisition of Javonte Williams, Denver would have lost out on the number two spot. That being said, the Broncos are in good shape on the ground.

While Melvin Gordon may not be the household name that fans clamor about, he is still very good. With a good balance of quickness and power, Gordon can still do it all.

Javonte Williams being added to the mix makes the Broncos even more intriguing. Williams can move the pile and drag defenders down the field. He is explosive and could be a star in a few years. With a chance to develop behind Gordon, the Broncos find themselves at number two.

While there is uncertainty on the offensive end with Drew Lock running the show, there are reasons for optimism in the rushing game. With the combination of Gordon and Williams, the Broncos may take a more “old school” approach to the offense. While the rest of the NFL shifts to a passing attack first offense, Vic Fangio and the Broncos may take the opposite approach.

Gordon Last Season: 215 rushes for 986 yards, 4.6 ypc, 9 touchdowns. 32 receptions for 158 yards and 1 touchdown.

Williams Last Season: N/A

Gordon 2021-2022 prediction: 202 rushes for 897 yards, 4.4 ypc, 6 touchdowns. 29 receptions for 114 yards and 1 touchdown.

Williams 2021-2022 prediction: 183 rushes for 756, 4.1 ypc, 6 touchdowns. 11 receptions for 72 yards.

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