Bijan Robinson Tops Updated Fantasy Running Back Rankings

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A number of running backs will find themselves either in new uniforms or in different situations as a result of what has been a rampant NFL offseason. The biggest names to change teams from a fantasy football standpoint include reigning Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, who signed with the Chiefs, and Travis Etienne Jr., who landed in New Orleans.

The 2026 NFL draft didn't provide many impact-makers at running back, but Jeremiyah Love, who went third overall to the Cardinals, and Jadarian Price, who went 32nd overall to the Seahawks, will both bring immediate value. In fact, Love could go in the first round in some redraft leagues.

We also saw veterans such as David Montgomery, Rachaad White, Tyler Allgeier, Kenneth Gainwell, and Rico Dowdle move on from their 2025 teams, which will lead to varying changes in fantasy value not only for those backs but also for those on their former and new teams.

With that, here are my updated 2026 fantasy RB rankings. I'll be updating these often throughout the offseason, so keep checking back!

2026 Fantasy Running Back Rankings

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This story was originally published May 5, 2026 at 11:01 AM.