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Week 7 Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings & Tiers: Studs, Sleepers, and Must-Starts (Ep. 1776)

Oct 16, 2025
Dive into the Week 7 running back rankings as experts navigate the tricky trade landscape driven by RB scarcity. Debates spark around Quinshon Judkins' bounce-back potential and Rico Dowdle's value with Chuba Hubbard's return. Discover insights on J.K. Dobbins' favorable matchup, the emergence of Cam Skattebo, and the complexities of the Texans backfield. Plus, a deep look into workload trends for Tony Pollard and Isaiah Pacheco, ensuring you're set to dominate your fantasy matchups!
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INSIGHT

Running Back Scarcity Inflates Trade Value

  • The RB scarcity makes wide receivers less tradable unless you overpay for running backs.
  • Andrew Erickson notes teams must give up better WRs to acquire scarce RBs because rosters need reliable rushers.
ADVICE

Start Quinshon Judkins This Week

  • Start Quinshon Judkins in Week 7 thanks to a brutal Dolphins run defense matchup.
  • Andrew Erickson urges buying Judkins after his poor outing because the matchup sets him up to smash.
INSIGHT

Dual-Backfield Risk For Rico Dowdle

  • Rico Dowdle's value collapses if Chuba Hubbard returns and splits carries.
  • Pat Fitzmaurice expects Rico to remain useful only if Hubbard doesn't immediately reclaim heavy workload.
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