The SEC has long been known for strong defense and the power running game. 2013 will not do anything to dispel that notion. As usual, there are some pretty talented backs in the league, so narrowing it down to just five backs wasn't easy to say the least. The SEC did lose a few studs to the NFL Draft including Eddie Lacy and Zac Stacy. However, as last year proved, there is always a young recruit ready to step up.
Not everyone could make the list and some pretty solid running backs landed on the cutting room floor. This list might alter at fall with new recruits and new offensive systems in place. However, as of now, here are the top five.