Fantasy Football Rankings: RBs – 41-75

Jerome Ford, RB, Browns. Bye: 9.

Jerome Ford has done a solid job replacing Nick Chubb, but he’ll have to fend off Quinshon Judkins.

Javonte Williams, RB, Cowboys. Bye: 10.

Javonte Williams vanished at times last year. He hasn’t looked the same since he tore his ACL.

Braelon Allen, RB, Jets. Bye: 9.

As Mike Luchene pointed out in his latest fantasy football video, there’s a good chance Breece Hall will be traded during the season, which would obviously elevate Braelon Allen.

Tyjae Spears, RB, Titans. Bye: 10.

Tyjae Spears was on the field with the backups just prior to halftime of the preseason opener. Anyone who believes that Spears will take Pollard’s job without an injury occurring has to be discouraged by what they saw in this game.

Dylan Sampson, RB, Browns. Bye: 9.

Quinshon Judkins was arrested, so Dylan Sampson may have a chance to start as a rookie.

Woody Marks, RB, Texans. Bye: 6.

I was bullish on Woody Marks when he didn’t start the first preseason game. Dare Ogunbowale got the nod instead, so I thought that the Houston coaches were sitting Marks. That would be the most positive news possible for the rookie runner. Unfortunately, Marks came in after Ogunbowale. Marks has sleeper potential, but the fact that he’s behind Ogunbowale right now is not a good sign for his fantasy outlook.

Trey Benson, RB, Cardinals. Bye: 8.

Trey Benson is a talented back who could have a chance to have a big workload in 2025 if James Conner gets hurt.

Tyler Allgeier, RB, Falcons. Bye: 5.

Tyler Allgeier is a great handcuff to own because he’ll get work even when Bijan Robinson isn’t hurt.

Brian Robinson, RB, Redskins. Bye: 12.

The Redskins are shopping Brian Robinson Jr. to teams around the NFL, according to Jordan Schultz. This goes with the story we discussed on Aug. 14. Jacory Crosky-Merritt is a must-draft in the double digit rounds.

Ray Davis, RB, Bills. Bye: 7.

There isn’t much behind James Cook on Buffalo’s roster, so Ray Davis could take over as the starter in the event of an injury.

Nick Chubb, RB, Texans. Bye: 6.

Nick Chubb tore his ACL and MCL last year, so I had no interest in him in 2024. Chubb could revert to form this upcoming season, but he’ll be stuck behind Joe Mixon in Houston.

Rachaad White, RB, Buccaneers. Bye: 9.

Rachaad White lost his job to Bucky Irving.

Najee Harris, RB, Chargers. Bye: 12.

Najee Harris suffered a fireworks incident on July 4 weekend and may miss training camp. It’s not clear why Harris, as a grown man, was so fascinated by bright lights and loud sounds, but he could miss action as a result. This could open the door for Omarion Hampton to emerge as the lead back with the Chargers.

Rico Dowdle, RB, Panthers. Bye: 14.

Rico Dowdle emerged as the primary ball-callier in Dallas last year. He’ll need an injury to Chuba Hubbard to get a heavy workload.

Kareem Hunt, RB, Chiefs. Bye: 10.

Kareem Hunt did a solid job in relief of the injured Isiah Pacheco last year.

Austin Ekeler, RB, Redskins. Bye: 12.

Austin Ekeler had some nice PPR games in Washington, but he was seldom used as a runner, logging just 77 carries.

Travis Etienne, RB, Jaguars. Bye: 8.

Travis Etienne lost his job to Tank Bigsby last season, but still saw plenty of work in the passing game.

MarShawn Lloyd, RB, Packers. Bye: 5.

MarShawn Lloyd figures to be a solid backup for Josh Jacobs this year.

Bhayshul Tuten, RB, Jaguars. Bye: 8.

Travis Etienne continues to be a massive bust. Bhayshul Tuten should be able to have an opportunity to start at some point.

Blake Corum, RB, Rams. Bye: 8.

Blake Corum is one of the top handcuffs to own.

Will Shipley, RB, Eagles. Bye: 9.

The Eagles didn’t bother dressing Will Shipley versus the Browns. A.J. Dillon played, but Shipley rested, so anyone who thought that Dillon had a chance to challenge Shipley shouldn’t be worried about that anymore.

Justice Hill, RB, Ravens. Bye: 7.

Justice Hill had some solid performances in blowouts last year.

Keaton Mitchell, RB, Ravens. Bye: 7.

The Ravens didn’t play their starters in the preseason opener, but one viable fantasy player stood out. That was Keaton Mitchell, who scored a long touchdown on the opening drive. Mitchell is an explosive runner who can go the distance whenever he touches the ball. He’s worth a late-round pick in case Derrick Henry gets hurt.

Roschon Johnson, RB, Bears. Bye: 5.

Roschon Johnson was Chicago’s goal-line hammer last year.

Jarquez Hunter, RB, Rams. Bye: 8.

Sean McVay said that Jarquez Hunter was the one player he wanted on Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft.

Tahj Boyd, RB, Bengals. Bye: 10.

Zack Moss has been cut, so Tahj Boyd is the new No. 2 back.

Jaylen Wright, RB, Dolphins. Bye: 12.

The Dolphins started Jaylen Wright in the backfield versus the Lions. Wright didn’t find much running room and fumbled in the red zone, but a teammate recovered. Wright eventually gave way to sixth-round rookie Ollie Gordon, who played in the final three quarters. Gordon was far better. He broke tackles and ran over defenders. He also had a 19-yard run where he eluded two defenders and spun away from another. It’s only one game, but Gordon might just be the running back to own in the event of a De’Von Achane injury.

Breshard Smith, RB, Chiefs. Bye: 10.

Breshard Smith might have a chance to start for the Chiefs if Isiah Pacheco isn’t recovered.

Jaleel McLaughlin, RB, Broncos. Bye: 12.

Jaleel McLaughlin was the receiving back last year, but R.J. Harvey could steal the workload.

Elijah Mitchell, RB, Chiefs. Bye: 10.

Elijah Mitchell will be competing with Kareem Hunt for the backup job behind Isiah Pacheco. He’ll be worth owning if he wins the competition.

Kendre Miller, RB, Saints. Bye: 11.

Kendre Miller had issues staying healthy last year.

D.J. Giddens, RB, Colts. Bye: 11.

Khalil Herbert is the No. 2 back in Indianapolis. He’s a must-add if Jonathan Taylor gets hurt.

Raheem Mostert, RB, Raiders. Bye: 8.

Raheem Mostert is now 33. He’s fading out of the NFL quickly. He’s not much of an option even if Ashton Jeanty were to get hurt.