By Jamal Murphy, Ourlads Chief Fantasy Analyst
Fantasy Rankings – Top 20 RBs
- David Johnson, AZ – the clear cream of the crop, after amassing over 2,000 total yards, 80 receptions and an NFL high 20 touchdowns.
- Le’Veon Bell, PITT
- Devonta Freeman, ATL
- LeSean McCoy, BUF
- Todd Gurley, LAR – Gurley had a disappointing 2016 season, but look for him to break out this year with a better and more experienced offensive unit.
- Jay Ajayi, MIA
- DeMarco Murray, TN
- Melvin Gordon, LAC
- Jordan Howard, CHI – the Indiana product is coming off a stellar rookie season in which he ran for over 1,300 yards and over 5 yards per carry.
- Ty Montgomery, GB
- Christian McCaffrey, CAR – yes, we’re high on this rookie whose explosiveness and versatility will be put to immediate use by Cam Newton & co.
- Carlos Hyde, SF
- Leonard Fournette, JAC – another rookie high on our list, but keep an eye on the LSU product’s foot issues, which could slow his start.
- Isaiah Crowell, CLE
- Bilal Powell, NYJ
- Lamar Miller, HOU
- Ezekiel Elliott, DAL – he’s looking at a 6-game suspension, pending appeal, but the 2nd year phenom is still worth a relatively early pick.
- Joe Mixon, Cin
- Marshawn Lynch, OAK – he’s baaaaack! But, will he be the same backfield threat? His attitude sure hasn’t changed, which is a good sign.
- Dalvin Cook, MIN
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