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 Miles Sanders.
Pat Fitzmaurice’s Early 2023 Fantasy Football Mock Draft 
2023 NFL Free Agency Outlook: Miles Sanders (Fantasy Football)
Miles Sanders (PHI) | RB11 in 2022
Miles Sanders is an interesting case. He put up 1,236 yards and scored 11 touchdowns this year. But it’s worth wondering how much Sanders benefitted from running behind the league’s best offensive line, as well as having Jalen Hurts as his running mate.
In other words, 2022 feels like a peak for Sanders. And it’s possible that any other landing spot would represent a downgrade for him situationally. Sanders is someone to tread lightly with in 2023 if he doesn’t get brought back by the Eagles.
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