It’s funny, a position that is notoriously valued by fantasy managers, ironically is devalued by general managers. For years, RB’s have been a foundation for fantasy teams most managers wouldn’t think twice about taking one in the first round of every fantasy draft, no matter the position. But with more and more NFL GM’s unwilling to pay a premium price for RB’s, we are finally starting to see the effect it has on fantasy football.
There is no secret, the NFL is a pass dominant league. Last year we saw just as many WR’s as to RB’s get drafted in the 1st round of fantasy drafts. However, each year is different to its own respect. This fantasy season The Dollaboys are putting emphasis on finding at least one true workhorse RB. This is otherwise known as the ‘Hero RB Strategy’ and is very viable when rounding out a fantasy football lineup.
RB’s are still the most valuable and crucial position in fantasy football, without a doubt. Just ask the CMC owners from the last two years. Our advice is to go out and get your ‘Hero RB’ in the first round. There will be plenty of WR depth available later in the draft. Solidifying that workhorse RB spot on your roster will make your path to a league championship that much easier.
With that being said, the so called “RB dead zone” in rounds 3-6 straight up doesn’t exist. It’s a myth and there can be just as much talent found there than any part of the draft. Don’t be afraid to fill in that second RB spot too early, you can never have too many RBs. If the WR’s you’re aiming for get taken, don’t panic and reach. Instead, stack up at a position like RB and work the trade market. After all, drafting is just half the skill. Here’s our full RB rankings:
- Christian McCaffrey
- Breece Hall
- Jonathan Taylor
- Kyren Williams
- Derrick Henry
- Bijan Robinson
- Saquon Barkley
- Jahmyr Gibbs
- Travis Etienne
- Isiah Pacheco
- Rachaad White
- De’Von Achane
- Alvin Kamara
- Josh Jacobs
- David Montgomery
- Kenneth Walker III
- Raheem Mostert
- Aaron Jones
- James Cook
- Najee Harris
- Joe Mixon
- Nick Chubb
- Zamir White
- Zach Moss
- Rhamondre Stevenson
- James Conner
- David Singletary
- D’Andre Swift
- Gus Edwards
- Tony Pollard
- Jonathan Brooks
- Brian Robinson Jr.
- Jaylen Warren
- Tyjae Spears
- Ezekiel Elliott
- Austin Ekeler
- Rico Dowdle
- Javante Williams
- Jerome Ford
- Chase Brown
- Marshawn Lloyd
- Kendre Miller
- Damien Pierce
- Jaleel McLaughlin
- Elijah Mitchell
- Zach Charbonnet
- Miles Sanders
- Chubba Hubbard
- AJ Dillon
- Alexander Mattison
- Ty Chandler
- Tre Benson
- Blake Corum
- Tyler Allgeier
- Antonio Gibson
- Clyde Edwards-Helaire
- Khalil Herbert
- Kimani Vidal
- Roschon Johnson
- Jamaal Williams
- Braelon Allen
- Jaylen Wright
- Tyrone Tracy Jr.
- Bucky Irving
- Will Shipley
- JK Dobbins
- Tank Bigsby
- D’Onta Foreman
- Ty Johnson