Chase Brown among top RBs in fantasy outlook for 2026
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 2:05 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026

Chase Brown enters his age-26 season as a leading option in a competitive running back tier. With consecutive seasons of over 225 carries and over 1,000 rushing yards, he has proven his workload capacity. Brown recorded nine receiving touchdowns on 123 catches in the past two years, showcasing his high-leverage usage. He also achieved seven top-12 weekly finishes last season, despite Joe Burrow's injuries impacting the team's scoring opportunities. Expectations for Brown could rise with an improved offensive situation this year, especially if Burrow remains healthy.
- •Chase Brown enters age-26 season for Cincinnati Bengals.
- •Achieved 1,000 rushing yards for the first time last season.
- •Recorded over 50 catches and nine receiving touchdowns consecutively.
- •Posted seven top-12 weekly finishes last year despite QB injuries.
- •Bengals offense expected to improve with a healthy Joe Burrow.
- 2:05 PMYahoo Sports — Updated Chase Brown Fantasy Outlook 2026: Why Bengals RB Leads a Loaded Tier
"Chase Brown is entering his age-26 season and finds himself right in the mix of a debated tier of running backs. De’Von Achane, Saquon Barkley, Omarion Hampton, Derrick Henry, and Jeremiyah Love are all in a similar range and how you order them will prove critical to the shape your backfield takes.
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