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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 | AT
1. 
Bijan Robinson, RB, Falcons. Bye: .
Bijan Robinson was excellent after splitting from Arthur Smith. He had a great yardage season, but saw his rushing touchdowns drop from 14 to seven. The touchdowns could increase in 2026 as Tyler Allgeier heads to free agency.
Projected fantasy stats for 2026: 1,630 rushing yards. 74 catches. 650 receiving yards. 16 total TDs.
Projected fantasy points for 2026: 324.
2. 
Jahmyr Gibbs, RB, Lions. Bye: .
Jahmyr Gibbs saw an uptick in usage after Dan Campbell took over play-calling. This is a sign of things to come.
Projected fantasy stats for 2026: 1,310 rushing yards. 73 catches. 650 receiving yards. 19 total TDs.
Projected fantasy points for 2026: 310.
3. 
Jonathan Taylor, RB, Colts. Bye: .
Jonathan Taylor had an incredible season, as he was helped by unexpectedly improved play at quarterback.
Projected fantasy stats for 2026: 1,490 rushing yards. 38 catches. 290 receiving yards. 16 total TDs.
Projected fantasy points for 2026: 274.
4. 
James Cook, RB, Bills. Bye: .
James Cook led the league in rushing last year. He must continue to dominate as both a runner and receiver.
Projected fantasy stats for 2026: 1,550 rushing yards. 32 catches. 280 receiving yards. 14 total TDs.
Projected fantasy points for 2026: 267.
5. 
De’Von Achane, RB, Dolphins. Bye: .
De’Von Achane was considered injury-prone, but he has only missed one game over the last two seasons. He is an exceptional talent and should be a fantasy pick in the first round.
Projected fantasy stats for 2026: 1,300 rushing yards. 75 catches. 520 receiving yards. 14 total TDs.
Projected fantasy points for 2026: 266.
6. 
Ashton Jeanty, RB, Raiders. Bye: .
Ashton Jeanty was terrible as a rookie, but he will improve in his second season with strengthened quarterback play and blocking.
Projected fantasy stats for 2026: 1,290 rushing yards. 65 catches. 520 receiving yards. 14 total TDs.
Projected fantasy points for 2026: 265.
7. 
Christian McCaffrey, RB, 49ers. Bye: .
Christian McCaffrey is now 30, so he could be in a big decline soon, especially after his 311 carries last year.
Projected fantasy stats for 2026: 980 rushing yards. 78 catches. 620 receiving yards. 14 total TDs.
Projected fantasy points for 2026: 244.
8. 
Kenneth Walker, RB, Seahawks. Bye: .
Kenneth Walker shared the workload with Zach Charbonnet last year, but Charbonnet tore his ACL in January. Walker should have a huge 2026 season.
Projected fantasy stats for 2026: 1,350 rushing yards. 48 catches. 390 receiving yards. 11 total TDs.
Projected fantasy points for 2026: 240.
9. Cam Skattebo, RB, Giants. Bye: .
Cam Skattebo was great last year when he was healthy, but he broke his ankle. He played only eight games.
Projected fantasy stats for 2026: 1,070 rushing yards. 58 catches. 500 receiving yards. 13 total TDs.
Projected fantasy points for 2026: 235.
Saquon Barkley had a great first season in Philadelphia, nearly breaking the all-time single-season record. However, in 2025 he was much worse due to poor blocking. We’ll have to see if the Eagles can improve their offensive line this season.
Projected fantasy stats for 2026: 1,350 rushing yards. 30 catches. 260 receiving yards. 12 total TDs.
Projected fantasy points for 2026: 233.
Top 10 | 11-20 | 21-40 | 41-75 |
Other positions: QB | RB | WR | AT
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