🐎 Tier 1 – The “Fantastic Four” (Elite RB1s)
These running backs offer elite workloads, top-end talent, and league-winning potential. If you’re in Round 1–2, grab one.

Bijan Robinson (ATL) – Locked into a full workload and elite volume.

Jahmyr Gibbs (DET) – Highly efficient; a PPR league star.

Saquon Barkley (PHI) – Refreshed in a new system; contract stability.

Ashton Jeanty (LV) – Rookie buzz, immediate RB1 traits.

🔥 Tier 2 – Reliable Veterans & Explosive Upside Backs
These RBs can finish top-5 but come with some age or role-sharing concerns. Draft in Rounds 2–4.

Derrick Henry (BAL) – New team, same punishing power.

Christian McCaffrey (SF) – Still elite when healthy.

De’Von Achane (MIA) – Big-play upside, fast-paced offense.

Bucky Irving (TB) – Rookie with lead-back potential.

🧠 Tier 3 – High-Upside Value & Breakout Potential
Ideal targets in Rounds 5–7. These RBs could outproduce their ADP.

Omarion Hampton (LAC) – Rookie starter upside.

Breece Hall (NYJ) – Explosive but needs consistent usage.

Jonathan Taylor (IND) – Bounce-back candidate.

Quinshon Judkins (CLE) – Young power runner with clear role.

Kyren Williams (LAR) – Underrated workhorse.

Chase Brown (CIN) – Post-Mixon breakout watch.

📉 Tier 4 – Reliable Role Players & Flex Options
These RBs may be past their prime, but still have flex or TD value in deeper leagues.

Nick Chubb (HOU)

Alvin Kamara (NO)

Aaron Jones (MIN)

🗂️ Rookie Watchlist
RJ Harvey

TreVeyon Henderson

Audric Estime

Monitor these names post-draft or stash in dynasty formats.

📝 Keeper Strategy – Long-Term Value
Top Dynasty Keepers:

Bijan Robinson

Jahmyr Gibbs

Ashton Jeanty

Omarion Hampton

High Upside Keepers:

De’Von Achane

Bucky Irving

Breece Hall

Veterans to Hold Short-Term:

Saquon Barkley

Derrick Henry

Christian McCaffrey

🎯 Tier Summary Table
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Tier Running Backs
Tier 1 Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs, Saquon Barkley, Ashton Jeanty
Tier 2 Derrick Henry, Christian McCaffrey, De’Von Achane, Bucky Irving
Tier 3 Omarion Hampton, Breece Hall, Jonathan Taylor, Judkins, Kyren, Chase Brown
Tier 4 Nick Chubb, Alvin Kamara, Aaron Jones

✅ Drafting Advice
Round 1–2: Target Tier 1 RBs for safety and upside.

Round 3–5: Tier 2 options are still high-end contributors.

Round 6–8: Value lies in Tier 3—these RBs can swing your season.

Late rounds: Tier 4 provides safety net and injury-fill depth.