Alvin Kamara among running backs rising in NFL fantasy drafts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 24, 2026, 12:16 PM
Last updated Jul 24, 2026
As NFL training camps begin, several running backs see increased Average Draft Position (ADP) leading into the 2026 season. Alvin Kamara's ADP has risen nearly 12 spots after he accepted a restructured contract with the New Orleans Saints. MarShawn Lloyd and Jaydon Blue also show significant gains in ADP, reflecting optimism around their roles with their respective teams. Fantasy managers should monitor these players as drafting approaches. The movement in ADP illustrates shifting perceptions as teams prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Kamara's ADP rises to 170.0 after contract restructure.
- •Lloyd is set to serve as RB2 for the Packers.
- •Blue shows promise for increased role with the Cowboys.
- •Training camps are gradually opening across the NFL.
- •Fantasy drafts are approaching as the season nears.
- 12:16 PMYahoo Sports — Running Backs Rising in July Fantasy Football ADP
"NFL training camps are officially underway. Teams will gradually take the field over the next week to prepare for the 2026 NFL season. Fantasy managers will be drafting their teams in no time. News will start to tick up, leading…
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