It's a shame the NFL no longer puts a premium on the running back position because the 2020 draft class and beyond is incredibly talented.

With the shelf life of ballcarriers continuing to dwindle at the next level, most college backfields are now more concerned with usage rates and spreading the wealth to multiple options than they are developing elite-level workhorse guys.

There's a dozen or so running backs at major programs entering the 2019 season who would flourish with additional carries, something we likely won't see with mindsets changing offensively. Outside of a few high-profile names on the preseason Heisman board, there's an overflow of talent — relative unknowns nationally — in the backfield as we approach the new campaign.

What goes into creating a subjective 25-player projection five months out from kickoff? This list is determined by a variety of factors including projected numbers relative to team success, impact in respective conferences, NFL probability and expected development from last season to now.

There will be snubs and players ranked in spots you don't agree with, which is part of what makes every preseason power ranking entertaining to discuss. Here's a look at college football's Top 25 running backs exiting spring in anticipation of the 2019 season: