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Week 9 Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings & Tiers: Studs, Sleepers, and Must-Starts (Ep. 1807)

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Oct 30, 2025
Hosts dive into the running back landscape for Week 9, debating rankings and must-starts. They explore Jonathan Taylor's impressive touchdown pace and dissect Devon Achane's potential amidst the Ravens matchup. Surprising names like Kamani Vidal emerge as solid options, while the implications of injuries on Tyrone Tracy and Kenneth Walker spark heated discussions. With concerns about the Panthers' backfield and Bam Knight's red-zone chances, the analysis covers all angles to help you dominate your fantasy matchup!
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INSIGHT

Week 9 RB Landscape Shifts

  • The hosts describe Week 9 RBs as top-end solid but quickly getting “gross” beyond the top 20.
  • Several underperforming backs showed upticks in Week 8, creating more usable options than expected.
ADVICE

Start Kareem Hunt For Touchdown Upside

  • Start Kareem Hunt despite concerns because he remains the Bills' goal-line back and touchdown equity is high.
  • Lean into his upside in the high-total Bills–Chiefs game even if volume is shaky.
INSIGHT

Devon Achane Is Miami’s Engine

  • Devon Achane is central to Miami's offense, averaging 18 touches per game and heavy receiving usage.
  • Baltimore has been vulnerable to RB receiving yards, making this a favorable matchup.
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