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2026 Fantasy Football Rankings – Running Backs
Last Updated: January 29
Top 10 | 11-20 | 21-40 | 41-75 |
Other Positions: QB | RB | WR | TE
TreVeyon Henderson, RB, Patriots. Bye: .
TreVeyon Henderson had some big plays as a rookie, but played behind Rhamondre Stevenson. That should continue to be the case in 2026.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 940 rushing yards. 50 catches. 340 receiving yards. 10 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 188.
D'Andre Swift, RB, Bears. Bye: .
D’Andre Swift somehow hasn’t missed any time over the past three years. He’s been solid, but could always be replaced.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 1,020 rushing yards. 38 catches. 330 receiving yards. 8 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 183.
Jeremiyah Love projects as a top-10 pick in the NFL Draft. He could be overdrafted like Ashton Jeanty was, however.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 950 rushing yards. 22 catches. 190 receiving yards. 6 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 170.
Quinshon Judkins had some nice performances last year until he fractured his fibula and was lost for the year.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 940 rushing yards. 35 catches. 250 receiving yards. 8 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 167.
R.J. Harvey, RB, Broncos. Bye: .
R.J. Harvey is a poor runner who won’t be handling the full workload next year. He is likely to be overdrafted.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 680 rushing yards. 48 catches. 380 receiving yards. 10 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 166.
Jaylen Warren, RB, Steelers. Bye: .
Jaylen Warren handled most of the running workload last year. He could have a bigger workload if Kenneth Gainwell leaves via free agency.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 920 rushing yards. 44 catches. 370 receiving yards. 6 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 165.
Tony Pollard, RB, Titans. Bye: .
Tony Pollard had a surprisingly strong season for his situation last year. The Titans could upgrade him, but if they don’t, he should have a solid 2026 season.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 1,060 rushing yards. 35 catches. 190 receiving yards. 6 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 161.
Kyle Monanagi had a big role as a rookie, and he should continue to see more of a workload.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 870 rushing yards. 24 catches. 180 receiving yards. 6 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 161.
Tyler Allgeier, RB, Falcons. Bye: .
Tyler Allgeier is a free agent who may find himself in a starting role somewhere next year.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 920 rushing yards. 18 catches. 140 receiving yards. 8 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 154.
Chuba Hubbard, RB, Panthers. Bye: .
Chuba Hubbard split the workload with Rico Dowdle last year. Dowdle is now a free agent, but Jonathon Brooks will be healthy next year.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 750 rushing yards. 35 catches. 240 receiving yards. 6 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 145.
It was no surprise that J.K. Dobbins was the primary runner in Denver last year, but it also wasn’t a surprise that Dobbins got hurt and missed some time.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 820 rushing yards. 20 catches. 130 receiving yards. 5 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 145.
Blake Corum, RB, Rams. Bye: .
Blake Corum split the touches with Kyren Williams last year, which should continue to be the case in 2025.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 780 rushing yards. 10 catches. 60 receiving yards. 6 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 145.
Jordan Mason, RB, Vikings. Bye: .
Jordan Mason should continue to split the workload evenly with Aaron Jones. He won’t be a great option until Jones is injured.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 720 rushing yards. 12 catches. 50 receiving yards. 6 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 138.
Aaron Jones, RB, Vikings. Bye: .
Aaron Jones turns 32 during this upcoming season. It’s difficult to imagine him remaining healthy.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 760 rushing yards. 39 catches. 290 receiving yards. 5 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 135.
James Conner barely played in 2025 becaue of a foot injury. Now 31, Conner will have more injuries in the future.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 650 rushing yards. 32 catches. 180 receiving yards. 5 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 133.
Joe Mixon missed all of last year with a foot injury. Perhaps he’ll return in 2026, but there’s no guarantee he’ll last very long.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 580 rushing yards. 28 catches. 190 receiving yards. 6 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 128.
Alvin Kamara, RB, Saints. Bye: .
Alvin Kamara is now 31, so he should continue to regress.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 650 rushing yards. 46 catches. 310 receiving yards. 5 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 126.
Woody Marks, RB, Texans. Bye: .
Woody Marks had some explosive plays as a rookie, but it remains to be seen if Joe Mixon can return and steal back some of the workload.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 750 rushing yards. 27 catches. 210 receiving yards. 5 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 126.
David Montgomery, RB, Lions. Bye: .
David Montgomery is no longer the first running back on the field. He saw a downtick in touches once Dan Campbell took over the play calling.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 660 rushing yards. 22 catches. 170 receiving yards. 7 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 125.
Rico Dowdle, RB, Panthers. Bye: .
Rico Dowdle had some amazing performances last year, but later split the wokload with Chuba Hubbard. He’s an impending free agent.
Projected 2026 Fantasy Stats: 720 rushing yards. 28 catches. 220 receiving yards. 5 total TDs.Projected 2026 Fantasy Points: 124.
Top 10 | 11-20 | 21-40 | 41-75 |
Other Positions: QB | RB | WR | TE
