A running back tier list that fits Sean Payton / George Paton draft tendencies

Oct 18, 2025; Fayetteville, Arkansas, USA; Arkansas Razorbacks running back Mike Washington Jr (4) rushes in the second quarter against the Texas A&M Aggies at Donald W. Reynolds Razorback Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images | Nelson Chenault-Imagn Images We’re back at it again today with round two of making AI research historical draft tendencies by Sean Payton and George Paton to try to identify the types of players they might target at running back in the 2026 NFL Draft.

I’ll discuss this topic again at the end of the roundup, but first let’s get through the days happenings in Broncos Country. Broncos daily recap Oddsmakers not buying Broncos run, set Super Bowl line at +1,900 Despite being one win away from the Super Bowl last season and adding Jaylen Waddle to an already loaded roster, FanDuel has the Broncos sitting at +1,900 to win it all — behind both the Chargers (+1,500) and Chiefs (+1,600) in their own division. The article argues the disrespect doesn’t add up given that Denver’s defense returns intact, the offense got a legitimate upgrade with Waddle, and Davis Webb stepping into the playcalling role gives Bo Nix and the offense a fresh wrinkle heading into a season where this team will be motivated to prove 2025 wasn’t a fluke.

Under the radar Good to know the Denver Broncos remain the primary focus. "While our focus remains firmly on the Broncos, we look forward to being supportive, long-term partners of the Rockies," Greg and Carrie Penner said in a statement 🏈🤝⚾ https://t. co/B4YN49J11Y — Broncos Wire (@TheBroncosWire) April 10, 2026 From the FEED But if you are a Colorado Rockies fan, this news was probably well-received.

Refining AI’s approach to tiering players based on Payton/Paton draft tendencies There were two changes that need to be reworked in the AI’s approach. The first was the height/weight thing. Two players at the same position could be the same exact height and weight, yet have two completely different play styles.