Blake Corum became one of the most efficient running backs in the NFL this past season for the Los Angeles Rams, and now he has the chance to build on that performance in a big way in 2026.
Sports Illustrated’s Eva Geitheim identified Corum as the player most likely to take a significant step forward for the Rams this season.
Corum saw his production jump significantly in Year 2 as he carried the ball 145 times for 746 yards and six touchdowns, averaging 5.1 yards per carry. What’s especially encouraging about Corum is how efficiently he ran, finishing first among backs with 100 carries in EPA per rush and success rate. That is, of course, partially a result of the Sean McVay offense, which also saw teammate Kyren Williams have similar success carrying the ball at a historically efficient clip.
The biggest obstacle for Corum is opportunity, as he is the Rams’ second-string back behind Williams. The good news is Corum saw more carries toward the end of the season, recording 10-plus carries in four of the Rams’ last five games of the regular season.
Corum’s timeshare behind Williams will be the biggest storyline to follow with the Rams’ offense in 2026. Corum had 142 fewer touches and 439 fewer offensive snaps than Williams overall in 2025, but his opportunity did grow as the season progressed. Multiple reports indicate the split between the two running backs could reach 50-50 this season as well, which would give Corum more chances to shine.
At 24 years old, Corum is entering the prime years for a running back. The efficiency is already there. If the opportunity follows, a breakout season is a real possibility in 2026.
This article originally appeared on Rams Wire: Rams young offensive player named potential breakout candidate
Reporting by Oliver G., Rams Wire / Rams Wire
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