Jhurell Pressley, RB, New Mexico

Donnel Pumphrey, RB, San Diego State

While the Defenders are led by two talented passers in Cardale Jones and Tyree Jackson and boast a host of skilled receivers, the running backs could make them one of the most diverse offenses in the XFL.

Pressley is an explosive yet decisive runner who has found great timing and pace behind the Defenders' strong offensive line. Pumphrey, a 2017 fourth-round NFL Draft pick, can work well out of the backfield as a receiver and in-space runner.

These two are poised to give DC the versatility to create big plays all over the field.