All articles tagged with #rb
The Athletic's Nick Kosmider says Jonah Coleman figures to have a growing role in Denver's offense, with Week 3 fantasy upside if Dobbins and Harvey are sidelined; Coleman flashed in Week 2 and remains a speculative waiver add in 12- or 14-team leagues.
A round-by-round fantasy football guide using FantasyPros ADP, outlining eight rounds of targets and fades for 2026. Targets include James Cook in Round 1 and Malik Nabers in Round 3, with late-round upside picks like Colston Loveland, Luther Burden, Marvin Harrison, and Chris Godwin; fades cover Justin Jefferson, Josh Allen, Breece Hall, Cam Skattebo, TreVeyon Henderson, Carnell Tate, Kyle Pitts, and RJ Harvey. The approach emphasizes early running back priority, quarterback value, and risk management across the eight rounds.
Jeremiyah Love's high-ankle sprain reshapes the 2026 fantasy RB rankings into three tiers, with Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs, Christian McCaffrey and Jonathan Taylor leading the top tier; Derrick Henry, Saquon Barkley, De'Von Achane, Ashton Jeanty and James Cook comprise the second tier, while Love sits at No. 14 in Tier 3 alongside Kyren Williams, Kenneth Walker III, Omarion Hampton and Chase Brown, underscoring injury risk and shifting workload expectations for drafts.
The Jets fell 24-16 to Tampa Bay in their 2026 preseason opener, but three takeaways stood out: a dynamic RB duo of Breece Hall and Braelon Allen combined for 60 rushing yards on eight carries, with 53 yards after contact (6.6 yards after contact per rush) and Allen posting 8.3 yards after contact per carry; the LB3 competition posted zero missed tackles across Marcelino McCrary-Ball, Kiko Mauigoa, and Mykal Walker (13 total tackles), while contributing solid coverage; and Jets' special teams impressed with a +12.3 net punt return average and a +6.4 net kickoff return average.
A comprehensive 2026 fantasy football rankings and notes piece listing 117 players across QB/RB/WR/TE, led by Bijan Robinson as a likely RB1 and a host of top-tier backs such as Gibbs, McCaffrey, and Chase. It highlights high-upside WRs like Nacua, Lamb, Waddle, and Evans, plus rookie and quarterback notes (Maye, Purdy, Brock Bowers, etc.). The analysis leans on volume, efficiency metrics, and offensive context to project ceilings while calling out risk factors like injuries, changing roles, and scheme shifts that could impact upside.
A forward-looking fantasy football guide identifying 2026 league-winners by spotlighting breakout backs Bhayshul Tuten and Cam Skattebo, a high-upside Bengals core (Joe Burrow, Ja’Marr Chase, Tee Higgins), and a Lamar Jackson bounce-back with a playoff-friendly late-season slate, plus notes on a Giants backfield and coaching changes that could drive strong fantasy finishes.
The Kansas City Chiefs traded up to select Nebraska running back Emmett Johnson with the 161st pick in the 2026 NFL Draft. Three Arrowhead Pride analysts offered grades ranging from B to A+, praising his vision, ability to catch the ball, and fit in KC’s zone-run scheme, and projecting him as a potential RB2 who can spell Kenneth Walker III and provide explosive plays.
The article provides comprehensive Week 5 fantasy football player rankings across QB, RB, WR, and TE, highlighting top-tier players, risky options, and streaming choices to help managers make informed lineup decisions amid bye weeks and matchups.
Michigan Football's upcoming game features several surprising player developments, including Bryce Underwood as starting QB, Channing Goodwin as WR3, and Trey Pierce emerging as a key DT. The team has also named its starting offensive line and highlighted ongoing battles at running back and secondary positions.
RB Quinshon Judkins will not report to Browns training camp due to ongoing legal issues, and his absence may be related to potential NFL paid leave or suspension, with both Judkins and the Browns prioritizing resolving his legal matters before fully engaging in the season.
RB's Daniel Ricciardo criticizes teammate Yuki Tsunoda's "immaturity" after narrowly avoiding a collision on the cool-down lap following the Bahrain Grand Prix, where Tsunoda ignored team orders to swap positions. Ricciardo called Tsunoda's actions "immature" and emphasized the need for teamwork and maturity moving forward, as they prepare for the upcoming Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
Daniel Ricciardo and the rebranded RB team set the pace in the opening free practice session of the 2024 Bahrain Grand Prix, leading the way from McLaren pair Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri. Red Bull, McLaren, and Kick Sauber were the three teams who opted to bolt on the soft tyres, with Ricciardo ending up fastest. The session saw RB, McLaren, and Kick Sauber leading the way, while Haas started the season in 19th and 20th positions.
Red Bull's rebranding of its second Formula 1 team, RB, has been met with criticism for prioritizing corporate interests over the team's identity and history. The unveiling of the VCARB 01 and the team's new branding has raised concerns about the eroding essence of the team, as it becomes a corporate extension of the Red Bull F1 empire. The focus on corporate priorities and perceived bottom line has overshadowed the team's potential for competitiveness, raising worries about the team's future direction and performance.
AlphaTauri will be rebranded as RB for the 2024 Formula 1 season, marking a stronger tie to Red Bull. The team's new name, Visa Cash App RB Formula One Team, reflects the close relationship with Red Bull, which has nurtured junior drivers who have progressed to the main team. Long-time team boss Franz Tost is retiring, with Laurent Mekies taking over. Yuki Tsunoda and Daniel Ricciardo will continue with the team, which finished eighth in the 2023 constructors' standings.
Fantasy football analyst Sal Vetri provides 10 key findings for Week 15 matchups, including the recommendation of Rachaad White as the top RB option due to his recent success and favorable matchup against the Packers, cautioning against starting James Conner against the 49ers, suggesting Noah Brown as a pick-up-and-play option with potential to be the Texans' No. 1 receiver, highlighting Zay Flowers' increased downfield usage as a potential league winner, noting Roschon Johnson's declining role in the Bears' backfield, and identifying Zay Jones as a trending up receiver for the Jaguars. Other findings include the impact of Dawson Knox's return on Dalton Kincaid's usage, Evan Engram's success against man coverage, and the messy backfield situation for the Baltimore Ravens.