Miami Hurricanes running back Mark Fletcher Jr. (4) celebrates after goes up and over for a touchdown during the season opener at Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville, FL on Saturday, August 31, 2024 against the University of Miami Hurricanes in the second half. Miami defeated the Gators 41-17. [Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun] Doug Engle/Gainesville Sun / USA TODAY NETWORK

2025 Miami Football Position Breakdown: Running Back

Originally posted on Miami Hurricanes on SI
By Justice Sandle | Last updated Jul 8, 2025 5:13 PM ET

The Miami Hurricanes have one of the best running back rooms in the country that is going under the radar. After last season's platoon rushers, the Canes return two massive pieces along with two other monster backs projected to be outstanding players.

Here is a breakdown of teach running back on the projected depth chart entering the 2025 season.

1. Mark Fletcher Jr.

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Last season's RB2 for the Canes is the man on the job this year. After a stellar freshman season, Fletcher followed it up by rushing behind Damian Martinez, nearly reaching 1000 yards. He looks to have his full breakout season ahead of this season. He is one of the most underrated players in the country, and a 100-yard season from the power back will only help his case as one of the best.

2. Jordan Lyle

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Speed and power. Everything that Lyle has been ready for a whole season. After the glimpse of a superstar shown last year, Lyle is ready to break out as the second option for the Canes. Last season he only rushed for 400 yards on 54 carries, but he averaged 7.4 yards a carry. Not only is that impressive for a freshman, but he also has the poise to dominate in the future.

3. CharMar Brown

Brown had a fantastic season with the Bison as a freshman, rushing for over 1000 yards, 14 touchdowns, and was the recipient of the Jerry Rice Award, which is given annually to the top freshman in FCS football. The Nebraska native will be the second player that Mario Cristobal has coached who has won the award (Cam Ward being the first), as he shores up the running back room. He could have more of a showing for the Canes this season as a potential star.

4. Girard Pringle Jr.

The Hurricanes have done a great job recruiting and the latest attentions of the batch look to be impressive as well. Pringle Jr. has shown signs during spring camp and could get some burn if he has the chance to show what he can do. He will see some playing time against those FCS schools that will be played.