Oregon running back Noah Whittington is one of the most experienced backs in college football. After beginning his career at Western Kentucky and spending the last four seasons with the Ducks, Whittington enters the 2026 NFL Draft conversation with a deep résumé and a polished running style. In 2025, Whittington produced his most efficient season with 829 rushing yards, 6 touchdowns, and 6.4 yards per carry, showing the patience, vision, and downhill efficiency that define his game. At 5'8", he uses his compact frame and lateral agility to work through traffic, find cutback lanes, and attack leverage in both the first and second level of the defense. This breakdown looks at the traits that show up on film — including Whittington’s elite patience behind the offensive line, efficient running style, second-level vision, contact balance, and overall  ...