Experts warn against RB-RB strategy in fantasy football drafts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 1:04 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Concerns arise over drafting two running backs in early fantasy football rounds, following an unusual trend. Last season, the top-10 running backs collectively missed just four games, a stark contrast to an average of 19% in previous seasons. Analysts suggest this durability is an anomaly. Key players like Christian McCaffrey, Saquon Barkley, and Jonathan Taylor carry significant injury risks that managers should consider. Drafting strategies may need to adjust to account for expected injuries in this year's top-performing running backs.
- •Top-10 RBs missed only four games last season.
- •Previous seasons averaged 19% missed games for top RBs.
- •Experts caution about injury risks for top running backs.
- •Managers should consider alternatives when drafting.
- 1:04 PMYahoo Sports — Before you go RB-RB to start your fantasy draft, consider this warning
"Something happened last season that hasn't happen since 2011 or earlier. It's a statistical outlier disguised as a new norm.
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