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Week 13 Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings & Tiers: Studs, Sleepers, and Must-Starts (Ep. 1868)

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Nov 26, 2025
This week, the discussion dives into Saquon Barkley's inefficiency and whether he's still a reliable RB1 against the Bears. The hosts analyze Travion Henderson's volume concerns following Ramondre Stevenson's return. Travis Etienne's role sparks debate—will he lead or share touches? They also highlight R.J. Harvey's increasing snaps and Bucky Irving's promising upside if healthy. DeAndre Swift's value diminishes with a split backfield, while Kenny Gainwell shines as a PPR starter. Plus, keep an eye on Devin Neal's breakout potential!
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ADVICE

Keep Checking News Until Kickoff

  • Stay glued to the FantasyPros news desk for injury updates before finalizing lineups this week.
  • Check rankings up until kickoff because Thanksgiving-week scheduling and injuries will change decisions.
INSIGHT

Saquon Is Volume-Dependent Start

  • Saquon Barkley is a volume-driven low-end RB1 despite inefficiency and recent struggles.
  • His matchup versus the Bears pushes him into startable territory but he likely lacks top-5 upside this week.
INSIGHT

Henderson's Role Still Strong — For Now

  • Travion Henderson outproduced expectations even with Ramondre Stevenson returning.
  • Stevenson remains a potential 'stone in the shoe' who could eat into Henderson's workload moving forward.
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