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Here are seven running backs you need to draft in fantasy football this year.

NFL: Seven Fantasy Football Running Backs You Need To Draft

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Once <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nfl/players/bucky-irving/60088">Irving</a> took over as the lead back in Tampa last season, there was no stopping him. He racks up big yardage both on the ground and in the passing game. He is expected to be even better, entering his second year in the league.

7. Bucky Irving

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nfl/players/jonathan-taylor/1846">Taylor</a> is a very talented running back who will be relied upon to carry a heavy workload. The QB situation in Indianapolis is murky at best, so expect Taylor to get plenty of carries.

6. Jonathan Taylor

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When healthy, <a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nfl/players/christian-mccaffrey/2662">CMC</a> is one of the most dynamic players in the NFL. He dealt with a multitude of injuries last season, but he still has top-5 talent heading into the 2025/2026 season.

5. Christian McCaffrey

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nfl/players/derrick-henry/2300">Henry</a> is an ageless wonder. His big build allowed him to run over defenders and pick up huge chunks of yardage. The Ravens are a run-heavy team that will feature him often. Expect 15+ TDs.

4. Derrick Henry

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nfl/players/jahmyr-gibbs/2151">Gibbs</a> is one of the most explosive runners in the NFL. He is also a prolific pass catcher who has big play ability and can score from anywhere on the field. The Lions will feature him more than ever before.

3. Jahmyr Gibbs

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nfl/players/bijan-robinson/2556">Bijan</a> is one of the most talented running backs in the NFL. He is an all-purpose, three-down back who is the focal point of the Falcons offense.

2. Bijan Robinson

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<a href="https://www.sportsgrid.com/nfl/players/saquon-barkley/1030">Barkley</a> is coming off the best season of his career and runs behind the best offensive line in the NFL. He should be in for another terrific season.

1. Saquon Barkley

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