The Herd with Colin Cowherd FantasyPros - 2026 Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings and Tiers (Ep. 1967)
Feb 21, 2026
Andrew Erickson, a data-driven Fantasy Football analyst at The Athletic, gives research-backed RB rankings and hot takes. The conversation covers early top-50 RB consensus, controversial downgrades like Christian McCaffrey, rookie landing-spot effects, workload vs efficiency debates, and mid-tier depth and breakout candidates.
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Let Landing Spot Drive Hall's Value
- Don't assume Breece Hall stays productive if stuck with poor teams like the Jets; landing spot matters more than raw talent.
- Consider Hall's ceiling as top-five if he lands on a competent offense, otherwise expect a drop.
Rookie RBs Often Underwhelm Year One
- Jeremiah Lovett's ranking hinges on landing spot and typical rookie RB trajectories; first-year finishes often land around RB18.
- The panel recommends patience: buy rookies later if their first-year role is uncertain.
Playing Style Raises Skacabo's Risk
- Cam Skacabo's aggressive running style creates both upside and durability concerns, making his workload uncertain.
- Coaches may limit his head-first play to preserve health, which could reduce ceiling despite lead-back status.