Injuries to Jeanty, Love complicate fantasy running back rankings

CBS Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 1:38 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Injuries to Jeanty, Love complicate fantasy running back rankings

Summary

Dave Richard's running back tiers for 2026 highlight the impact of injuries on fantasy drafts, particularly those to Ashton Jeanty and Jeremiyah Love. Both players suffered injuries recently, creating uncertainty about their availability. With the fantasy season approaching, managers face a tighter selection of reliable options at the running back position as they prepare for Draft Day. Richard suggests that while the depth has increased, these injuries could alter drafting strategies, emphasizing the need for flexibility.

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•Christian McCaffrey, Breece Hall, and Josh Jacobs also dealt with injuries.
•Richard suggests greater depth in running back options despite injuries.
•Fantasy drafts are about a month away from August 28, 2026.
•Managing drafting plans will be crucial due to these injury developments.

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1:38 PMCBS Sports — Dave Richard's Running Back Tiers 4.0: Injuries to Ashton Jeanty, Jeremiyah Love make RBs tougher to draft

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Dave Richard breaks down his 2026 running back tiers as injuries and shifting values create more options for Fantasy managers on Draft Day
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