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Top 5 Running Back Rankings & Debates: Kamara Risk, Barkley Bust?

Fantasy Football TodayJune 21, 202159 min10,550 views
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Christian McCaffrey: The Undisputed RB1

  • πŸš€ Christian McCaffrey is firmly established as the consensus number one running back, even in two-quarterback leagues, due to his exceptional scoring potential.
  • πŸ’‘ His hit rate for 15+ PPR points is 86%, and for 20+ PPR points, it's 77%, demonstrating remarkable consistency.
  • πŸ“Š In 2019, he averaged 29.3 PPR points per game, and in 2020, he averaged 30.1 points per game over three games, outscoring all quarterbacks on a per-game basis.

Dalvin Cook: A Solid RB2 with Injury Concerns

  • 🎯 Dalvin Cook is generally considered the second-best running back, though questions arise due to the potential of other top-tier players.
  • πŸ“ˆ He outscored Derrick Henry on a per-game basis in non-PPR last year, despite Henry's 2,000-yard season.
  • ⚠️ A primary concern for Cook is his injury history, having played a maximum of 14 games in a season, leading to some hesitation.

Top 5 Upside & Downside Debates

  • ⚑ Alvin Kamara is identified as having significant upside, especially in PPR formats, but also carries the most downside risk due to potential changes in the Saints' offense without Drew Brees.
  • 🌟 Saquon Barkley is a high-upside candidate if fully healthy, but his downside is considerable due to a weak offensive line and offensive scheme in New York.
  • πŸ“ˆ Jonathan Taylor is a dark horse for 2,000 total yards and significant touchdowns, while Austin Ekeler shows massive upside with potential for double-digit touchdowns and high reception totals.

Ranking Variations by Format

  • πŸ† In full PPR, the top rankings often include McCaffrey, Cook, Kamara, and Derrick Henry.
  • βš”οΈ In non-PPR or half-PPR formats, Derrick Henry is frequently ranked higher than Kamara, with McCaffrey, Cook, and Henry forming a strong top tier.
  • πŸ“Š Saquon Barkley and Jonathan Taylor typically round out the top five, though their exact placement varies based on format and health projections.

Sleeper Picks & Draft Strategy

  • 🌟 Cam Akers is highlighted as a potential top-five finisher with a shot at 2,000 total yards, benefiting from Matthew Stafford's presence and a potentially increased role in the passing game.
  • πŸ’Ž James Robinson is considered a value pick, potentially climbing boards if the Jaguars utilize Travis Etienne primarily as a receiver.
  • 🎯 Mike Boone is mentioned as a sleeper in Denver, with the Broncos potentially favoring a multi-back approach, though Javonte Williams is seen as the top talent on the team.

Funny Tweets & Email Segments

  • πŸ˜‚ The hosts share humorous tweets related to fictional dads (John McClane vs. Mrs. Doubtfire) and discuss comedic performances.
  • πŸ“§ Emails cover draft strategy, player rankings (Stafford, Kelsey, Ridley), and keeper decisions in fantasy football leagues.
  • 🏈 A discussion on dynasty league startup draft pick valuation is also included.
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