Fantasy football analysts release week 1 positional rankings for NFL season

The 2026 NFL season begins, signaling the start of competitive play for fantasy football managers. Analysts have published their full-PPR rankings for running backs and other positions as managers set their initial lineups for the first week of games. This release marks the transition from pre-season mock drafts and roster evaluation to the accumulation of actual weekly performance statistics. Players are now required to lock in their starting configurations to account for the upcoming matchups. These rankings provide guidance for setting lineups based on projections for the opening week of professional play. Managers are encouraged to review these lists to navigate the final stages of pre-game preparation before the official kick-off.

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