Jordan Hall

Although he's set to miss at least two games due to a foot injury, Hall should become relevant in most formats this year after he receovers. Carlos Hyde is the best returning Ohio State running back from a year ago, but Hall is set to take over as the team's top back with the arrival of coach Urban Meyer and his more spread-oriented offensive scheme. Hall is the shifty sort of back with the pass-catching skills that Meyer looks for, whereas Hyde is more of a between-the-tackles bruiser. The Ohio State offense will be very good this year, in any case, meaning whoever the top running back is will likely be a fantasy factor in most or all scenarios. Consider Hall one of the top backs in Big Ten-only leagues.