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Can You REALLY Trust These Early Round RBs?

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Jul 15, 2025
The discussion dives into the wisdom of investing in early-round running backs and the risks of competition from backups. Key players like Derrick Henry and Jonathan Taylor are analyzed for their performance and injury concerns. Insights on 'big gap' versus 'small gap' backfields highlight draft strategies. Rookie running backs also receive attention, with prospects like Jameer Gibbs getting evaluated. Overall, it's a deep dive into stats and trends to help fantasy football enthusiasts make informed decisions.
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INSIGHT

Big Gap Backfields and Workload

  • Big gap backfields show a major ADP difference from the RB1 to RB2 due to workload dominance by RB1.
  • This gap means RB1s are trustworthy workhorses, while RB2s offer contingent upside mainly through injury scenarios.
INSIGHT

Early Round RB1s Have Strong Workloads

  • Early round RB1s like Bijan Robinson, Saquon Barkley, Christian McCaffrey, and Jameer Gibbs have secured heavy workloads.
  • Ashton Gentry could be the NFL's expected points leader due to no competition and high usage.
ADVICE

Tyler Allgeier as Handcuff Value

  • Consider Tyler Allgeier as a best ball handcuff with injury upside, but avoid starting him without injury.
  • He offers occasional surprise weeks and a strong option if Bijan Robinson is sidelined.
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