The running back position in the NFL has seen changes in value recently, but these players remain crucial to their teams' success. With talented rookies entering the league, it's exciting to speculate who will be the Week 1 starters at running back for each team. From the AFC East to the NFC North, these athletes are primed to make an impact.

Projected starters include James Cook for the Bills, Raheem Mostert for the Dolphins, Breece Hall for the Jets, and Rhamondre Stevenson for the Patriots. In the AFC West, Javonte Williams leads the Broncos, Gus Edwards takes the helm for the Chargers, and Isiah Pacheco shines for the Chiefs.

In the NFC East, names like Brian Robinson Jr. for Washington, Ezekiel Elliott for the Cowboys, Saquon Barkley for the Eagles, and Devin Singletary for the Giants are expected to headline the running back positions. Meanwhile, standout players like Christian McCaffrey for the 49ers, James Conner for the Cardinals, Kyren Williams for the Rams, and Kenneth Walker III for the Seahawks look to continue their success in the NFC West and North.