Fantasy Football: It's Still A Good Idea To Take A RB Early

Fewer running backs would be called "featured backs," which makes getting at least one in the first two rounds important.

In the NFL draft, it's usually not advisable to take a running back early. In fantasy leagues, it's a different story.

While the practice of taking two running backs in the first two rounds isn't necessarily the way to go, as it was back when featured backs who got lots of carries were common, taking one running back in the first two rounds remains important.

That's because, once you get past the top running backs, you start finding more questions than answers when it comes to running back production. The prevalance of split backfields can make it tricky to figure out who is the best back to take.

Still, there's enough talent out there that, if you get one of the backs ranked in at least the top 15, if not top 10, you are in good shape to take a chance on another back who may not get as many touches.

One word of caution: Be wary about taking backs who have received a large amount of touches in the past two to three seasons. While 300-carry backs can be desirable, the more times they carry for that amount, the more likely they will suddenly decline.

Instead, your better bet is to look at productive backs from 2020 who are either in their second year or have been in the 200-to-250 range for carries. These backs are a better bet to not have a lot of wear and tear from the NFL game.

Don't forget that, if your league scores points for receptions, that running backs utilized in the passing game become more valuable, while those that get few receptions aren't as desirable.

Once again, this ranking of fantasy running backs is one man's opinion. Be sure to do your own research, keep an eye on training camps, and draw your own conclusions.

My quick picks in certain categories:

Boom: Nick Chubb

Buyer beware: Derrick Henry

Value pick: Antonio Gibson

Sleeper: Myles Gaskin

Deep sleeper: Troy Pollard

Top rookie: Najee Harris

My fantasy football running back rankings:

1. Nick Chubb, Cleveland

Despite missing four games last season and entering a time share with Kareem Hunt, Chubb broke the 1,000-yard mark and scored 12 touchdowns. He's averaged 5.2 yards per carry the past three seasons, and only in 2019 did he approach 300 carries. Hunt will still get his touches, but Chubb is a good bet to pass 1,000 yards again. I'd argue he's the best fantasy back, even if others last season posted bigger totals.

2. Jonathan Taylor, Indianapolis

The Colts second-round pick in 2020 made a quick impact as a rookie, rushing for 1,169 yards and scoring 11 touchdowns. Carson Wentz will be the starting QB this year, so the Colts could lean more on Taylor for offensive production. Taylor also caught 36 receptions on 39 targets, so he's useful in PPR leagues -- and in such leagues, he may be a better pick than Chubb. The case is there for Taylor to be the first player off the board in fantasy drafts.

3. Aaron Jones, Green Bay

Jones saw his touchdown tally drop from 16 in 2019 (he led the league that year) to nine in 2020. However, the Packers retained him in free agency, so they still think he can be productive. Jones carried the ball just 201 times and the time split with A.J. Dillon hasn't impacted Jones that much. It remains to be seen what happens with Aaron Rodgers, but if the inexperienced Jordan Love were to start, Jones may be relied upon more. He belongs near the top of fantasy rankings.

4. David Montgomery, Chicago

After a quiet rookie campaign, Montgomery's production went up in 2020, with 1,070 yards rushing, eight rushing touchdowns and 54 receptions with two receiving scores. The issues at quarterback the Bears had last year didn't limit Montgomery's production, so he should be fine regardless of whether it's Andy Dalton or Justin Fields starting under center. Some may want to see more out of Montgomery, but I see him as a fantasy player on the rise.

5. Alvin Kamara, New Orleans

Kamara scored 21 total touchdowns in 2020 and has 58 for his career. He's easily the best PPR running back in fantasy drafts, having caught at least 80 passes in each of his four seasons. Kamara will still be in a time share with Latavius Murray, but that's arguably helped keep him fresh. Even with a new QB taking over for the Saints (most likely Jameis Winston), Kamara is still a back to target, particularly in PPR leagues.

6. Dalvin Cook, Minnesota

Cook rushed for 1,557 yards on 312 carries last season and scored 16 touchdowns in 2020, building upon a strong 2019 campaign. He's the Vikings featured back, but that means he gets a lot of carries -- he had 312 last year. While Cook isn't a back to avoid, fantasy players might want to proceed with caution here. Keep in mind, too, that Cook has yet to play a full 16-game season since he was drafted in 2017. While Cook is a No. 1 fantasy back, he may not be the one you want to take first overall.

7. Najee Harris, Pittsburgh

The Steelers used their first-round pick on Harris, who averaged six yards per carry in four seasons with Alabama. He's a solid pass catcher, too (he caught 43 passes in 2020) and the Steelers do utilize their backs in the passing game (James Conner caught 35 in 2020). Though it's not a given that Harris will carry the ball 300 or more times, he's a good bet to be the No. 1 back and thrive in this offense. Have confidence in making him a No. 1 fantasy back.

8. Derrick Henry, Tennessee

You would think a back who rushed for 2,027 yards with 17 touchdowns should be the first player off the board in fantasy drafts. However, Henry carried the ball a whopping 378 times, one season after getting 303 carries. There's real concern that this massive utilization will take its toll on him and he won't live up to expectations. While I won’t say Henry shouldn't be a No. 1 fantasy back, I would argue he shouldn't go first overall. Expecting him to keep this pace up may not be realistic.

9. Travis Etienne, Jacksonville

Etienne averaged 7.2 yards per carry in and scored 70 touchdowns in four seasons with Clemson. He'll be joining Trevor Lawrence on the Jaguars this season, and given that Etienne is a good pass catcher (48 receptions in 2020), it's not hard to think he'll be productive. Keep in mind, though, that James Robinson had a good season in Jacksonville last year despite QB issues, so it's not a given that Etienne will get a lot of touches. But he is a rookie running back you can feel comfortable drafting.

10. J.K. Dobbins, Baltimore

Dobbins rushed for 805 yards on 134 carries and scored nine touchdowns in a time split with Mark Ingram in 2020. Ingram is gone, so Dobbins has a chance to claim the featured role. Though Lamar Jackson is a running threat, that shouldn't impact Dobbins as much one would think. While you may not want to reach for Dobbins, there's a lot of upside with his situation, to the point fantasy owners should think of him as a solid No. 1 fantasy back.

11. Josh Jacobs, Las Vegas

Jacobs got more carries in 2020 (273), scored more touchdowns (12) but saw his yardage and yards per carry drop from his rookie season. To make matters worse, the Raiders signed Kenyan Drake in free agency. How the time share between Jacobs and Drake takes shape is in question. A case can be made for Jacobs as a No. 1 fantasy back, given his touchdown tally and that others have been productive despite splitting carries. Keep an eye on how things develop in training camp and the preseason.

12. Christian McCaffrey, Carolina

McCaffrey scored six touchdowns in three games, before an ACL injury ended his season. The injury is a concern, but the fact that McCaffrey averaged two scores per game last year should give fantasy owners reasons for optimism -- after all, if he had played 16 games and scored just once per game, he would have had 22 touchdowns. There are questions about how good the offense will be with Sam Darnold under center, but it won't be surprising to see McCaffrey be a focal point of the offense. Just keep an eye on his recovery from injury.

13. Antonio Gibson, Washington

Gibosn scored 11 touchdowns on 170 carries, emerging as the top back for Washington last season. While he only gained 795 yards, he averaged 4.7 yards per carry. If Washington features him more prominently, there's a good chance that he'll increase his production, particularly if Washington can get the quarterback situation stabilized. You may want to wait until after the first round to draft Gibson, but there's plenty of upside here.

14. Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Kansas City

Edwards-Helaire rushed for 803 yards on 181 carries, but missed three games, so his fantasy production might not have been what some have expected. He did get a fair amount of attention in the passing game with 36 receptions, so even though the Chiefs are primarily a passing team, there's still plenty of opportunities for Edwards-Helaire to help fantasy players. You wouldn't want him to be your No. 1 fantasy back at this point, but he has the potential to become one.

15. Ezekiel Elliott, Dallas

Elliott's production dropped from 2019, as he averaged just four yards per carry on 244 rushing attempts, failing to break the 1,000-yard mark. It's true the Cowboys' offense took a hit when Dak Prescott was lost to injury, but some may view Elliott as a back on the decline, given that he's carried the ball 300 times or more in three of his four seasons. It's fine to make Elliott your No. 2 fantasy back, but expecting production of a No. 1 fantasy back may be expecting too much.

16. Chris Carson, Seattle

Carson missed four games in 2020 with a foot injury and his overall production declined. However, that didn't stop the Seahawks from giving him a two-year contract, and there isn't another player on the roster who appears a likely threat to take the starting job from him. Carson has been productive in the past and is a solid pass catcher, so there's a chance he can be a fantasy contributor again. Just don't make him anything more than a No. 2 fantasy back at this point.

17. Joe Mixon, Cincinnati

Mixon rushed for 428 yards on 119 carries with three touchdowns in six games before a foot injury ended his season. Mixon has twice surpassed 1,000 yards, but he's averaged just five touchdowns per season, so he isn't quite a No. 1 fantasy back. But if Joe Burrow can improve, the fantasy fortunes of Mixon could do the same. It's best to consider Mixon a top No. 2 fantasy back, but there could be weeks in which he can really help your fantasy team.

18. Ronald Jones II, Tampa Bay

Jones was a steady performer for the Buccaneers last season, with 978 yards rushing on 192 carries and seven touchdowns. He was in a time share with Leonard Fournette, who stayed with the Bucs as a free agent. Jones hasn't hit the production level of other backs in a time share, so that's why he isn't really a No. 1 fantasy back. But there's plenty to like here in the No. 2 role, and if that's where you have him, you're in gooshape.

19. Melvin Gordon, Denver

Gordon's first season with the Broncos started slowly, but he finished with 986 yards rushing on 215 carries and 10 total touchdowns. Phillip Lindsay was allowed to depart in free agency, but then the Broncos drafted Javonte Williams in the second round, putting Gordon into a time share again. Gordon has his best statistical season since 2017, and will likely enter the season as the top back, but Williams might cut into his production. View Gordon as a No. 2 fantasy back, but don't expect No. 1 fantasy potential here.

20. D'Andre Swift, Detroit

Swift missed three games late last season, but came back to score four touchdowns in the final four games, finishing with 10 total for the season. The Lions traded Matthew Stafford to the Rams and now start Jared Goff, plus there's not much in the way of receiving talent left. It's likely that Swift will be the featured player on offense, but the lack of other playmakers on offense means you should temper your expectations. View Swift as a No. 2 fantasy back with potential to produce at No. 1 level.

21. Austin Ekeler, LA Chargers

Ekeler missed six games last year and didn't produce overall at a level fantasy players may have expected, scoring just three touchdowns after tallying 11 in 2019. Ekeler's best production potential comes in the passing game -- he's caught 212 passes and scored 16 receiving touchdowns in his career. There's hope that Ekeler can bounce back, particularly with Justin Herbert on the rise, but his fantasy ceiling appears to be that of a No. 2 back, though his value is higher in PPR leagues.

22. Saquon Barkley, NY Giants

Expected to be the featured player in the Giants' offense in 2020, Barkley's season was cut short after two games because of a torn ACL, plus MCL and meniscus damage. It was a blow to fantasy players who drafted him high, hoping for No. 1 fantasy back production. It's not a given Barkley will be ready to start the season, so watch his health status closely. If it looks like he'll be cleared to play in the season opener, you can think of him as a No. 2 fantasy back, albeit one with risk. If not, drop him down your rankings, but consider him a player to stash on your fantasy bench.

23. Myles Gaskin, Miami

Gaskin missed four games because of injury and two games while on the COVID-19 reserve list, but he got more touches and made the most of them, averaging four yards per carry, catching 41 passes and scoring five total touchdowns. Gaskin currently leads the Dolphins' depth chart and there's not much competition for touches after him. If Gaskin's role in the offense continues to increase, the potential is there for great fantasy production. He may be the top sleeper among fantasy backs.

24. Miles Sanders, Philadelphia

Sanders improved his yards per carry in 2020 and doubled his rushing touchdowns from three to six. However, his receiving production declined (28 receptions in 2020) and his lack of receiving TDs countered his increase in rushing TDs. Sanders will likely be in a time share with either Boston Scott or Kerryon Johnson, and given the uncertainty about how well Jalen Hurts will play, Sanders' upside is somewhat limited. He could be a decent No. 2 fantasy back, but may be better suited as a No. 3.

25. Raheem Mostert, San Francisco

After a promising 2019 season, Mostert didn't follow up in 2020, with decreased production, and he missed eight games because of injuries. The Niners still have him as the lead back on the depth chart, but they added Wayne Gallman II and drafted Trey Sermon, so Mostert will have some competition. While Mostert has potential as a No. 2 fantasy back if he wins the starting job, that appears to be his ceiling.

26. James Robinson, Jacksonville

Robinson quietly put together a quality season in 2020, averaging 4.5 yards per carry, finishing with 1,070 yards rushing and 10 total touchdowns. He would easily have been a No. 1 fantasy back, had the Jaguars not drafted Travis Etienne in the first round. Still, given Robinson's production last season, there's a good chance he'll get plenty of touches and, thus, help out fantasy players. Think of him as a No. 3 fantasy back for now, though.

27. Kenyan Drake, Las Vegas

Drake scored 10 touchdowns in 2020, but the Cardinals didn't retain him in free agency. Surprisingly, he signed with the Raiders and enters a time share with Josh Jacobs. Given that the Raiders paid him a sizable sum, even on a two-year deal, you would think he's going to get a prominent role in the offense. If Drake was a featured back, he would be a clear No. 2 fantasy option, but in this case, he's better viewed as a No. 3.

28. Cam Akers, LA Rams

The Rams' second-round pick in 2020 had a quiet season, with 625 yards rushing on 145 carries and two rushing TDs, plus one TD reception. Though that wasn't great fantasy production, the Rams appear comfortable with Akers as the lead back, and the arrival of Matthew Stafford could mean a more productive offense. Akers is best drafted as a No. 3 fantasy back, but the sleeper potential is there.

29. James Conner, Arizona

Conner rushed for 12 touchdowns in 2018, but hasn't come close to that since. The Steelers didn't retain him in free agency, so he signed with the Cardinals, where he will compete with Chase Edmonds for touches. It remains to be seen how the time share will play out and Edmonds hasn't proven he can be a lead back, while Conner has shown signs of being one in the past. Still, Conner isn't likely to reach double-digit TDs, so don't reach for him.

30. Devin Singletary, Buffalo

Singletary started all 16 games in 2020, but didn't live up to expectations as the lead back for the Bills. His yards per carry dropped from 5.1 to 4.6 and he had just two touchdowns after scoring four as a rookie. He'll remain in a time share with Zack Moss, plus new arrival Matt Breida could figure into the mix. You can think of Singletary as a No. 3 fantasy back, but no more than that.

31. Javonte Williams, Denver

The Broncos traded up in the second round to select Williams, who was in a time share at North Carolina last season. However, he made the most of his 157 carries, averaging 7.3 yards per carry and scoring 19 touchdowns. Melvin Gordon will enter 2021 as the lead back, but with Phillip Lindsay gone, Williams is certain to get plenty of touches and could make the most of them. While he's a No. 3 fantasy back at this point, the sleeper potential is there.

32. Mike Davis, Atlanta

The Falcons moved on from Todd Gurley and signed Davis in free agency, one season after Davis took over as the lead back in Carolina after Christian McCaffrey's injury. Davis had decent production, with eight total touchdowns, but didn't do enough to show he can be the lead back. Even though Davis won't have much competition for the starting job in Atlanta, there isn't much to like here. Davis is a No. 3 fantasy back at best.

33. Kareem Hunt, Cleveland

Hunt was the featured back for the Browns to open 2020, but even after Nick Chubb returned to the lineup, Hunt got plenty of opportunities. He was still a scoring threat when Chubb returned, with five total touchdowns after the first four weeks. Many will view Hunt as a handcuff to Chubb, but he's a reasonable choice as a No. 3 fantasy back, given that the Browns like to work both backs into the mix.

34. Michael Carter, NY Jets

Carter was taken in the fourth round by the Jets, after averaging eight yards per carry in 2020 while with North Carolina. Currently, La'Mical Perine is listed at the top of the running back depth chart, but Perine didn't impress in 2020 and Carter's upside is good. You might not want to look at Carter the same way you would as his North Carolina teammate Javonte Williams, but Carter has a chance to claim the starting job. Think of Carter as a deep sleeper going into 2021.

35. Latavius Murray, New Orleans

Murray plays second fiddle to Alvin Kamara in the Saints' offense, but he gets a fair share of touches and has scored 11 touchdowns in his two seasons with the team. The Saints will have a new starting quarterback, but it could mean they rely more on the running backs. While you shouldn't expect big production from Murray, he can get you enough to be considered a No. 3 fantasy back.

36. David Johnson, Houston

Johnson, who was traded to the Texans last season, averaged 4.7 yards per carry in a split backfield and scored eight total touchdowns. However, the Texans have muddied the waters this season, adding Mark Ingram, Phillip Lindsay and Rex Burkhead in free agency. It's anyone's guess how the Texans will divide up the carries, and that makes Johnson a risky pick. While he might be the best of the options, the crowded backfield means you can't make him anything more than a No. 3 fantasy back.

37. Leonard Fournette, Tampa Bay

Fournette scored six touchdowns for the Buccaneers in 2020, but he carried the ball just 97 times. The Bucs brought him back in free agency and Fournette will likely back up Ronald Jones II again. However, Fournette does get utilized in goal-line situations, so the potential is there for him to contribute scores to fantasy teams. But because he doesn't get a lot of carries, his production is limited. He's best viewed as a handcuff to Jones or a bye-week option, though you could make him a No. 3 fantasy back if your hand is forced.

38. Tony Pollard, Dallas

Pollard saw more carries in 2020 and, while his yards per carry dropped, he was still good in that department (4.3 YPC) and he scored four rushing touchdowns. Ezekiel Elliott wasn't as good in 2020 as he was in previous season, but he'll remain the featured back. However, it's likely Pollard will surpass 100 carries again, and if Elliott doesn't improve, there's a chance that Pollard will get more opportunities. He's best stashed on your fantasy bench, but some could argue him as a deep sleeper.

39. Chase Edmonds, Arizona

Edmonds got a lot of involvement in the passing game last season, catching 53 balls with four receiving touchdowns. Though the Cardinals allowed Kenyan Drake to leave, they added James Conner, meaning Edmonds might be second on the depth chart again. There's value in Edmonds as a No. 3 fantasy back if you are in PPR leagues, but in standard leagues, his usefulness may be limited.

40. Damien Harris, New England

Harris led the depth chart last year in New England, but didn't really offer much, scoring just two touchdowns. He did average five yards per carry, though, and he currently leads the depth chart again. James White is the only running back who is likely to challenge him, but that's more as a pass catcher. You want to see more out of Harris before you make him anything but a player to stash on the bench.

41. Malcolm Brown, Miami

Brown scored 10 touchdowns in the past two seasons while with the Rams and saw his carries increase from 69 in 2019 to 1010 in 2020. The Dolphins signed him in free agency, though they didn't pay him at a level that indicates he'll be the lead back. He will most likely play second fiddle to Myles Gaskin, but he's shown he can be productive when he's taken the field. Stash him on your fantasy bench, because there might be weeks he can contribute.

42. Phillip Lindsay, Houston

After two quality seasons with the Broncos, Lindsay's production took a hit in 2020, between Melvin Gordon's arrival and injuries that caused Lindsay to miss five games. He joined the Texans in free agency, but enters a crowded backfield, with David Johnson, Mark Ingram and Rex Burkhead in the mix. Johnson is the likely starter, but Lindsay is younger than Ingram and Burkhead, so he's the better bet to be the second back behind Johnson. You shouldn't plan on starting Lindsay in fantasy leagues, but stashing him on your bench in case he bounces back is a solid move.

43. Trey Sermon, San Francisco

Sermon averaged 7.5 yards per carry with Ohio State in 2020, though he scored just four touchdowns. But the Niners liked him enough to take him in the third round of the 2021 draft. Sermon is currently behind Raheem Mostert and Wayne Gallman II on the depth chart, but Sermon has made an impression in offseason workouts. With Mostert coming off a down season and Gallman not guaranteed to win the starting job, the chance is there for Sermon to take that job, which makes him a deep sleeper and worth stashing on your bench.

44. La'Mical Perine, NY Jets

Perine got just 64 carries as a rookie, and while the Jets allowed other players to depart, they drafted Michael Carter in the fourth round. Still, Perine currently leads the depth chart, so the Jets may think he has something to offer. Though Perine doesn't appear likely to make an impact, running backs surprising fantasy players isn't unusual. You don't want to start Perine, but stashing him on your bench in case he surprises isn't the worst of ideas.

45. Benny Snell Jr., Pittsburgh

Snell rushed the ball 111 times in 2020 and scored four touchdowns, but he doesn't get a lot of yardage -- he averaged just 3.3 yards per carry last season. The Steelers used a first-round pick on Najee Harris, which makes Harris the clear favorite to be the featured back. There is value in Snell as a handcuff to Harris, but otherwise, he's best stashed on the bench and started only when necessary.

46. James White, New England

White is mostly known for his work as a receiving back -- he caught 87 passes in 2019 and 72 in 2019. However, that was when Tom Brady was the quarterback. Last season, with Cam Newton under center, he caught just 49 passes. Though White remains with the Patriots, his value is mostly limited to PPR leagues, and even then, he's best viewed as a player to stash on the bench. If you aren't in a PPR league, you needn't consider drafting White.

47. Boston Scott, Philadelphia

Scott has been called upon to start six times in his three seasons with the Eagles. He scored five touchdowns in 2019, but just two in 2020, and remains behind Miles Sanders on the depth chart. Scott doesn't get enough touches to be a fantasy starter, but he's shown he can produce when called upon to start. Stashing him on your bench isn't a bad thing.

48. Zack Moss, Buffalo

Moss sat behind Devin Singletary on the Bills' depth chart as a rookie, but he got 112 carries and averaged 4.3 yards per carry, plus he scored five total touchdowns. He's still behind Singletary on the depth chart, but Singletary hasn't been particularly impressive, which could open the door for Moss. Though Moss is best stashed on the bench, you might see deep sleeper potential here.

49. Joshua Kelley, LA Chargers

Kelley was third on the running back depth chart last season, and remains so this season. While he averaged just 3.2 yards per carry on 111 rushing attempts, he scored twice, while Justin Jackson never found the end zone. Jackson may be ahead of Kelley on the depth chart, but Kelley has slightly more upside. However, both will be behind Austin Ekeler, so Kelley is no more than a player to stash on your fantasy bench.

50. Devontae Booker, NY Giants

Booker has never shown he's anything more than a depth player, but the Giants opted to add him in free agency to be the next back in line behind Saquon Barkley. Given Barkley's injury status, in that he may not be ready for the season opener, Booker may be called upon to start. However, that's not something to get excited about, because Booker has never scored more than five touchdowns in a season. There's no harm in stashing him on your bench, but don't get your hopes for fantasy starter production.

Running back depth charts at this time:

Buffalo: Devin Singletary, Zack Moss, Matt Breida

Miami: Myles Gaskin, Malcolm Brown, Gerrid Doaks

New England: Damien Harris, James White, Sony Michel

NY Jets: Lamical Perine, Tevin Coleman, Michael Carter

Baltimore: JK Dobbins, Gus Edwards, Justice Hill

Cincinnati: Joe Mixon, Samaje Perine, Trayveon Williams

Cleveland: Nick Chubb, Kareem Hunt, D'Ernest Johnson

Pittsburgh: Najee Harris, Benny Snell Jr., Anthony McFarland Jr.

Houston: David Johnson, Mark Ingram, Phillip Lindsay

Indianapolis: Jonathan Taylor, Nyheim Hines, Marlon Mack

Jacksonville: James Robinson, Travis Etienne, Carlos Hyde

Tennessee: Derrick Henry, Jeremy McNichols, Khari Blasingame

Denver: Melvin Gordon, Javonte Williams, Royce Freeman

Kansas City: Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Darrel Williams, Darwin Thompson

Las Vegas: Josh Jacobs, Kenyan Drake, Jalen Richard

LA Chargers: Austin Ekeler, Justin Jackson, Joshua Kelley

Dallas: Ezekiel Elliott, Tony Pollard, Rico Dowdle

NY Giants: Saquon Barkley, Devontae Booker, Elijhaa Penny

Philadelphia: Miles Sanders, Boston Scott, Kerryon Johnson

Washington: Antonio Gibson, JD McKissic, Peyton Barber

Chicago: David Montgomery, Tarik Cohen, Damien Williams

Detroit: D'Andre Swift, Jamaal Williams, Jermar Jefferson

Green Bay: Aaron Jones, AJ Dillon, Patrick Taylor Jr.

Minnesota: Dalvin Cook, Alexander Mattison, Ameer Abdullah

Atlanta: Mike Davis, Qadree Ollison, Tony Brooks-James

Carolina: Christian McCaffrey, Trenton Cannon, Reggie Bonnafon

New Orleans: Alvin Kamara, Latavius Murray, Dwayne Washington

Tampa Bay: Ronald Jones II, Leonard Fournette, Ke'Shawn Vaughn

Arizona: Chase Edmonds, James Conner, Jonathan Ward

LA Rams: Cam Akers, Darrell Henderson, Xavier Jones

San Francisco: Raheem Mostert, Wayne Gallman II, Trey Sermon

Seattle: Chris Carson, Rashaad Penny, Travis Homer