Injuries impact fantasy football RB rankings for Week 4
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 2:31 PM
Last updated Sep 29, 2026
With injuries affecting key players like De'Von Achane, Travis Etienne Jr., and Breece Hall, backup running backs are thrust into pivotal roles for Week 4 of fantasy football. Players like Ollie Gordon II, who is set to replace Achane, are highlighted as critical additions for teams in need of depth. Other notable mentions include Braelon Allen, who may take on more responsibility for the Jets with Hall sidelined, and Kyle Monangai, who remains a key figure in the Bears' offense despite recent struggles. These developments arrive as managers aim to adjust their rosters in a highly competitive.
- •Achane out for the season, Gordon to start for Dolphins
- •Allen expected to get more carries for Jets
- •Monangai remains integral to Bears' rushing attack
- •Fantasy managers are adjusting rosters for Week 4
- •Backup RBs gaining prominence amid starter injuries
- 2:31 PMYahoo Sports — Fantasy Football Backup RB Rankings: Injuries are thrusting second options into prominent roles for Week 4
"Here are Fred Zinkie's top backup RBs to note for fantasy football in Week 4.
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