2026 NFL Rushing Yards Leader Odds

That is, until the 2024 NFL season came about in what was a resurgent season for running backs everywhere.

Saquon Barkley put forth a masterful campaign in his debut season with the Eagles, rushing for over 2,000 yards in 2024 and that was despite sitting out the final game of the season.

Derrick Henry finished 79 yards shy of hitting the 2,000 yard mark himself, with four other running backs eclipsing 1,400 yards on the season.

Needless to say, the running game in the NFL isn’t dead quite yet and in the 025-26 season, James Cook III took the rushing title with 1,621 yards. Here’s a look at some of the contenders form late in the season to help when considering this wager for the 2026-27 season.

What is the NFL Most Rushing Yards Bet?

Basically, this futures wager is exactly how it is described. Of all the running backs in the NFL, you are trying to find the one that will end the season with the most rushing yards in football.

This isn’t the same type of futures bet like betting on a player to win an award, where you are subject not only to that player performing well enough to be in consideration for the award, but you are hoping the 50 sports writers and media members agree with your pick.

This is cut and dry, if you bet on Saquon to lead the league in rushing and he leads the league in rushing, you win. If you bet on Derrick Henry to lead the league in rushing and he finishes in a statistical tie with Saquon Barkley (rare, but not implausible), you still win your bet but the payout is cut in half.

However, in terms of futures bets, this one doesn’t get much simpler than that.

Favorites to Lead NFL in Rushing in 2025-26

Late in the season, only a few players still had a shot at winning the NFL rushing yardage title. Here’s a look at the contenders.

Jonathan Taylor (-145) – Indianapolis Colts (1,443 yards through Week 15)

Taylor exploded onto the NFL scene in 2021, posting an 1,811 yard, 18 touchdown season in the lone season he brought home an NFL rushing title. After two injury marred seasons in 2022 and 2023, Taylor rebounded in 2024 and looked a lot more like his 2021 self than the recent version of JT we had seen.

Taylor remains neck and neck with Cook and the Colts have dropped off in the last few weeks. Seeing Daniel Jones injured could also hurt his production in the season’s final weeks.

James Cook (+110) – Buffalo Bills (1,415 yards through Week 15)

Cook could be poised to claim the NFL rushing title this season due to his explosive efficiency and the Buffalo Bills’ dominant commitment to the ground game. As of mid-December 2025, Cook leads the league with 1,415 rushing yards on 271 carries, averaging an impressive 5.2 yards per attempt over 14 games, giving him a slight edge over pursuers like Jonathan Taylor.

His breakout performances, including multiple 100-plus yard games and a career-high outburst earlier in the year, showcase his big-play ability in an offense tailored around Josh Allen’s play-action threats. Cook’s favorable remaining schedule further solidifies his path to the most rushing yards, facing defenses that have struggled against the run throughout the season.

Cook had a great seaosn and ultimately won the rushing title with 1,621 yards.

Bijan Robinson (+850) – Atlanta Falcons (1,174 yards through Week 15)

After being held captive by Arthur Smith in his rookie season, Bijan Robinson exploded in a major way in 2024 under new head coach Raheem Morris and new OC Zac Robinson.

Bijan finished with the third-most rushing yards in 2024, albeit a whopping 550 yards behind Saquon Barkley, but it just feels like he’s finally in a situation where the Falcons utilize him correctly instead of bizarrely giving his touches away to the likes of Tyler Allgeier and Cordarrelle Patterson. His chances at winning the rushing total will require some monster games to close the season.

De’Von Achane (+10000) – Miami Dolphins (1,186 yards through Week 15)

Elite efficiency and explosive speed in Mike McDaniel’s high-octane offense has benefitted Achane this season. He boasts a league-leading yards-per-carry average among qualified backs, often turning routine handoffs into massive gains with his breakaway ability.

His increased workload as Miami’s undisputed lead back, combined with big-play outbursts in recent weeks, positions him for huge performances as the Dolphins push for a playoff spot. Achane’s closing schedule offers prime opportunities to rack up yards against porous run defenses.

NFL Rushing Title Winners Since 2015

Always Shop Around

While odds shopping is important for all forms of sports betting, it’s even more important in regards to futures betting.

If you are set to plunk down your hard earned cash on an NFL Rushing Title bet, make sure you do your research before settling on the sportsbook where you’re going to make that wager.

For example, you can bet Saquon Barkley at +230 at Caesars, but wouldn’t it make more sense to bet him at +420 on FanDuel? A $100 wager would only pay $330 at Caesars, but you would win $520 at FanDuel. That’s a sizable difference and is really noticeable with futures bets.

So shop around for your best odds and get every edge you can over the sportsbooks. Lord knows they already get every edge they can over their patrons.

How to Bet On the Rushing TDs Leader

1. Go to your sportsbook and log in.
2. Look for the tab with ‘Betting Odds and choose NFL.’
3. Click on ‘Player Futures.’
4. Select ‘Most Rushing Yards’ (or something along those lines)
5. Place your bet on the bet-slip window.