🏆 10 RBs that could BREAK Fantasy

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These aren’t necessarily top-ranked backs — they’re ceiling-chasers with ADP-defying upside, volatile league-winning paths, or elite talent profiles in unclear situations.

These aren’t safe — they’re dangerous (in the best way).

Today in 5 minutes or less, you’ll learn:

• 7 RBs who could change fantasy football if things break 💥 

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• The latest news from around the NFL 🏈

10. D.J. Giddens (IND), ADP 193, RB59

Giddens is the direct insurance policy behind Jonathan Taylor — and Taylor’s already missed time in back-to-back seasons due to recurring ankle issues. But Giddens isn't just a placeholder. He was handpicked to be the physical complement to Indy’s explosive offense, and local reporters already say he “will absolutely start” if Taylor goes down. So in deeper leagues or zero-RB builds, he’s a FREE contingency bet with RB2 volume upside.

9. Trey Benson (ARI), ADP 140, RB44

Trey Benson was one of the few day two backs from his 2024 class with true every-down ability — and Arizona has him sitting behind a 30-year-old James Conner who’s missed games in 5 straight seasons. But it’s not just the injury history — Benson’s already taking snaps with the first team in red zone packages. So while some think he’s buried behind a workhorse, Benson has a CLEAR path to takeover touches and is CRIMINALLY undervalued at RB44.

8. Kaleb Johnson (PIT), ADP 75, RB25

Kaleb Johnson is expected to take over the Najee Harris role — and Arthur Smith just handed out the 4th-Most RB rushes in the NFL last season. But while Jaylen Warren is explosive, insiders say Kaleb “will handle the dirty work” and “has a real shot at 275+ carries” in this run-first scheme under Aaron Rodgers. So he’s not just a committee piece — he’s the early-down engine of a Smith-led offense built for RB volume.

7. Bhayshul Tuten (JAX), ADP 129, RB42

Bhayshul Tuten was a 4th-round pick, but the Jags' GM called him “one of our GUYS” — a hand-selected weapon to challenge Travis Etienne and Tank Bigsby. But Bigsby already struggled with vision and consistency, and Etienne's entering a contract year with no extension talks active. So if this backfield shifts late-season, Tuten — with his 4.3 SPEED and elite burst numbers — could BREAK games open and steal a major role.

6. Omarion Hampton (LAC), ADP 48, RB15

Omarion Hampton led the entire FBS in red zone rushes last year and now steps into a Chargers team led by Greg Roman — who’s given his lead backs the MOST goal-line carries in football across his last 3 OC jobs. But fantasy players are nervous about the offense slowing down — Roman’s run-heavy schemes ranked among the 3 slowest in neutral pace over his last 4 seasons. So let the worriers fade him. Hampton’s built for contact, owns the GL role from Day 1, and has a real chance to score double-digit TDs as a rookie.

5. Tyjae Spears (TEN), ADP 126.5, RB41

Spears saw a 52.9% snap share two years ago when Derrick Henry was still on the team — and Tony Pollard kind of took over. But Pollard was inefficient last year, ranking 42nd in true yards per carry and 52nd in juke rate. On the other hand, Spears ranked 16th in both juke rate and fantasy points per opportunity. So even if Pollard starts hot, Spears will be on the field — and if Pollard falters again, this price will feel like a gift.

4. Cam Skattebo (NYG), ADP 111, RB37

Cam Skattebo is the name getting BUZZ from Giants insiders — not Devin Singletary, not Tyrone Tracy. But it’s not just noise. Skattebo has been praised as the BEST inside runner and pass blocker in camp, and multiple beat writers have hinted he's the "most complete back" on the roster. So in a completely open RB room, Skattebo could steal early-down and GL work — and blow this ADP out of the water.

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🧪 Joshua Palmer might be the Bills’ WR1 sleeper

🧠 Cowboys move DaRon Bland to the slot

🔮 Chiefs are scheming Brashard Smith touches

🚨 Jamari Thrash is pushing Diontae in Cleveland

👀 Jermaine Burton is flashing in Bengals camp

💀 Deshaun Watson could return in October

🧨 Chuba Hubbard still locked into goal-line work

🎤 Darren Waller signs with Dolphins after unretiring

🧊 Tyler Boyd is holding out for more than vet minimum

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