Arguably the most important position in fantasy football is the running back, as the right one can be a league-winning force. Three-down running backs are a dying breed, and finding a player who receives a massive workload and a high number of red zone touches can be a cheat code. While the upside is undeniable, using an early pick on the position also carries considerable risk.
Football is a violent game, and every player carries some injury risk. However, running backs miss more time than wide receivers, quarterbacks, and tight ends, which makes them riskier fantasy football investments. Additionally, running back production has more to do with scheme and blocking than the actual back, so it’s not uncommon for running backs to lose their job midway through the season. Because of this, you need to make sure you’re selecting the right running back when you’re on the clock.
3 Running Backs to Avoid In Fantasy Football
Every single player in fantasy football carries a decent amount of risk, and that’s especially true of running backs. However, based on their current average draft position, these players carry too much risk to justify an early investment.
Note: This article is for redraft formats. All valuations are based on the FootballGuys Average Draft Position.
