The Most Accurate Podcast 2025 Handcuff RB Rankings
Aug 22, 2025
Delve into the intriguing world of 2025 running back handcuffs, where backup talents can lead to league victories. The hosts dissect how to identify which backfields are ripe for opportunity, offering insights on strategic late-round picks. Key analysis reveals the potential of breakout stars like Ford and Mason, while they explore the emerging prospects of Shipley and Moffa. With deep dives into market inefficiencies and injury considerations, this discussion is a goldmine for fantasy football enthusiasts.
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Why Handcuff RBs Matter
- Handcuff RBs matter because injuries to RB1s happen yearly and can flip bench fodder into weekly starters.
- John and Addison rank handcuffs by weekly role, talent, RB1 fragility, and cost/ADP to capture hidden upside.
Use Four Clear Factors
- Use four factors when ranking backups: weekly role usefulness, talent, RB1 fragility, and cost/ADP.
- Prioritize late-round handcuffs who combine role and upside at a cheap ADP.
Standalone-Plus Backups Explained
- Standalone-plus backups can be flexed even with their starter healthy and explode if the starter misses time.
- Addison lists Ramondre Stevenson, Zach Charbonnet, Braylon Allen and others as top standalone-plus targets.