Fantasy football managers should target five underrated running backs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 27, 2026, 8:10 PM
Last updated Jul 27, 2026
As NFL training camps commence, the fantasy football season for 2026 is heating up. Yahoo Sports outlines five running backs to consider for mid- to late-round picks. Among them, Javonte Williams of the Dallas Cowboys stands out after a productive 2025 season with over 1,300 scrimmage yards and 13 touchdowns. Quinshon Judkins from the Cleveland Browns and TreVeyon Henderson of the New England Patriots also offer value, having shown potential in prior seasons. David Montgomery is set to return as a primary ball-carrier for the Houston Texans, while Jonathan Brooks from the Carolina Panthers is a risky but potentially high-reward option.
- •Javonte Williams recorded over 1,300 scrimmage yards in 2025.
- •Quinshon Judkins is projected as a mid-tier RB2 for 2026.
- •TreVeyon Henderson averaged 75.9 rushing yards in the second half of last season.
- •David Montgomery aims for double-digit touchdowns with the Texans in 2026.
- •Jonathan Brooks may have a path to becoming the Panthers' RB1.
- 8:10 PMYahoo Sports — 5 Underrated Fantasy Football Running Backs to Target for 2026
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