Jadan Baugh and Dylan Riley headline the 2027 NFL Draft running back class—can either become the next star NFL RB? Explosive comparisons to Le'Veon Bell, Jahmyr Gibbs, Dalvin Cook, and DeAndre Swift fuel the debate as we explore their different skill sets, NFL fits, and first-round potential. Who truly stands out as RB1, and could an underrated riser like Riley leapfrog the consistent, powerful Baugh down the stretch? The discussion focuses on the depth and uncertainty beyond the top two, highlighting names like Kewan Lacy, Raleek Brown, DeSean Bishop, Dilin Jones, and Cam Cook. Key themes include durability concerns, versatile three-down potential, and which franchises—like the Minnesota Vikings, Tennessee Titans, and Baltimore Ravens—might strike for an impact rusher on draft night. Will this year's draft produce another multi-contract NFL back, and which sleepers could steal the spotlight? Timestamps: 0:00 Intro & Top 2 RB Rankings1:38 Jadan Baugh Scouting & NFL Comparison2:46 Dylan Riley Explosiveness & Skill Set4:24 Three-Down Upside & Pass Protection6:45 Modern NFL Scheme Fit8:03 Can Riley Pass Baugh?9:44 Riley’s Playmaking & Role in Passing Game11:12 RBs 3–5: New Names & Surprises14:54 Injury Watch: Kewan Lacy Analysis17:01 Raleek Brown’s Breakout Performance19:13 Brown’s Skill Set & D'Andrew Swift Comp20:43 Evaluating RB Vision & Processing23:27 State of the 2027 RB Class25:10 Depth, Star Power & Rising Prospects26:34 Ahmad Hardy Draft Stock Discussion29:06 NFL Team Fits: Vikings, Packers, Saints31:06 Baltimore Ravens RB Need33:12 Episode Close & Listener Shoutouts Photo credit: James Snook, Petre Thomas, Corey Perrine, Scott Wachter, Stephen Lew, Brianna Paciorka-Imagn Images Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors!IndeedListeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast. Gameday Men's HealthBook your complimentary test and consult at https://join.gamedaymenshealth.com/reasons_to_choose_gameday-1201?utm_source=lockedon&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=NFL&utm_network=lockedon&utm_adgroup=corp&ghl_tag=national,corp Butcher BoxIf you're looking for an easier way to get great meals on the table, give ButcherBox a try. Go to https://ButcherBox.com/LOCKEDONNFL to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ribeye, new york strip, or filet mignon in every box for a year — with free shipping always. AppleYou can earn up to 3% unlimited Daily Cash back on every purchase you make with Apple Card using Apple Pay. Apply in the Wallet app on your iPhone today. Subject to credit approval. Apple Card issued by Goldman Sachs Bank, USA. Salt Lake City Branch. Terms and more at apple-card-dot-com. https://learn.applecard.apple/unlimited-daily-cash?cid=apy-318-2000008800000-400000000000039&itscg=2030032&itsct=srvs-crd-P3004756-C3004897&mttnagencyid=c1a&mttnsiteid=133087&mttnpid=LockedOn%20%28Audio%29&mttnsubad=srvs-crd-P3004756-C3004897&mttnsubplmnt=&mttncc=US PrizePicksVisit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNFL and use code LOCKEDONNFL and get $150 if you win your first $5 lineup! KALSHIToday's episode is brought to you by Kalshi. For a limited time, Download Kalshi and use code Locked On to get $25 when you trade $25. Kalshi. Trade what’s next. GametimeToday's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. FanDuelMake this your Most Rewarding Season Ever with FanDuel. Download the app or visit http://FanDuel.com to get started. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.