Fantasy Football: Your Ultimate Week 2 Running Back Rankings!
Alright, fantasy football enthusiasts! Week 1 is in the books, and it's time to dive into the fantasy running back rankings for Week 2. We've crunched the numbers, analyzed the matchups, and are here to help you make the best decisions for your lineup. So, grab a snack, and let's get started! Guys, explore more in Guides And Explainers and fantasy running back rankings week 2.
Top Tier: The Elite
1. Dalvin Cook, MIN @ ARI
Cook kicked off the season with a bang, totaling 169 yards from scrimmage and two TDs. He's a workhorse in Minnesota, and with the Vikings' receiving corps banged up, expect Cook to see plenty of work against a vulnerable Cardinals' defense. Start him with confidence!
2. Alvin Kamara, NO @ CAR
Kamara is a fantasy stud, and he's poised for another big game against the Panthers. He's a threat in the passing game and should see plenty of targets with Michael Thomas out. Kamara's versatility makes him a must-start in all formats.
3. Ezekiel Elliott, DAL vs. ATL
Zeke didn't have the biggest game in Week 1, but he's too talented to bench. He'll face a Falcons' defense that gave up the eighth-most fantasy points to RBs in Week 1. Elliott is a safe bet for a solid performance.
Mid-Tier: The Solid Starters
4. Aaron Jones, GB @ DET
Jones had a quiet Week 1, but he's too talented to ignore. He'll face a Lions' defense that struggled against the run in Week 1. Jones is a startable RB2 with upside for more.
5. Nick Chubb, CLE vs. CIN
Chubb had a slow start to the season, but he's too talented to bench. He'll face a Bengals' defense that gave up the most fantasy points to RBs in Week 1. Chubb is a must-start in all formats.
6. Saquon Barkley, NYG @ CHI
Barkley had a slow start to the season, but he's too talented to bench. He'll face a Bears' defense that's tough against the run. However, Barkley's talent makes him a startable RB2.
Deep Dive: The Sleepers
7. James Robinson, JAX @ TEN
Robinson had a monster game in Week 1, totaling 167 yards from scrimmage and two TDs. He's a workhorse in Jacksonville and will face a Titans' defense that struggled against the run in Week 1. Start him as an RB2 with upside.
8. D'Andre Swift, DET vs. GB
Swift had a quiet Week 1, but he's too talented to ignore. He'll face a Packers' defense that struggled against the run in Week 1. Swift is a startable RB2 with upside.
9. Clyde Edwards-Helaire, KC vs. LV
CEH had a slow start to the season, but he's too talented to bench. He'll face a Raiders' defense that struggled against the run in Week 1. CEH is a must-start in all formats.
Bust Alert: The Sit 'Em
10. Joe Mixon, CIN @ CLE
Mixon had a slow start to the season, and he'll face a Browns' defense that's tough against the run. He's a risky start and should be benched if you have better options.
11. Melvin Gordon, DEN @ PIT
Gordon had a quiet Week 1, and he'll face a Steelers' defense that's tough against the run. He's a risky start and should be benched if you have better options.
That's all for this week's fantasy running back rankings! Good luck, and remember, it's a long season, so stay calm and trust your process. Now, go out there and dominate your leagues!