Running Back Rankings

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Ranking running backs is one of the toughest tasks of any fantasy football enthusiast. When you consider player movements, RBBC situations, and the recent emergence of productive rookie running backs, creating accurate running back rankings becomes an inexact science. The key to drafting a successful running back class is choosing those players who will get the lion’s share of the carries for their team; be sure that your running back rankings reflect this trend.

Early in the draft, target those running backs who sit solely atop their respective depth charts, then focus on those players who split carries (RBBC) but are in a favorable position to win the starting gig. In most cases, fantasy production at the running back position is directly proportional to the number of touches that the player receives so keep this in mind as you develop your running back rankings.

Most people agree that running back is the most vital position on the fantasy roster. The small number of true #1 RBs, combined with the fact that the standard starting lineup includes 2 starters each week, means your team's success will be closely tied to your success at the running back position. Be sure to fill this fantasy position with both quality and quantity on draft day.

These running back rankings were updated on 8/30/2008.

2008 RB Rankings

1

LaDainian Tomlinson #21 | RB

SD Chargers, 7 years exp, Bye 9

GAM =16, RUYD=1474, RUTD=15, REYD=475, RETD=3, FUM =0, FPPG=18.9, TFP =302.9
2

Brian Westbrook #36 | RB

PHI Eagles, 6 years exp, Bye 7

GAM =15, RUYD=1333, RUTD=7, REYD=771, RETD=5, FUM =1, FPPG=18.7, TFP =280.4
3

Adrian Peterson #28 | RB

MIN Vikings, 1 years exp, Bye 8

GAM =14, RUYD=1341, RUTD=12, REYD=268, RETD=1, FUM =3, FPPG=16.6, TFP =232.9
4

Joseph Addai #29 | RB

IND Colts, 2 years exp, Bye 4

GAM =15, RUYD=1072, RUTD=12, REYD=363, RETD=3, FUM =0, FPPG=15.6, TFP =233.5
5

Marion Barber #24 | RB

DAL Cowboys, 3 years exp, Bye 10

GAM =16, RUYD=973, RUTD=10, REYD=282, RETD=2, FUM =0, FPPG=12.3, TFP =197.5
6

Clinton Portis #26 | RB

WAS Redskins, 6 years exp, Bye 10

GAM =16, RUYD=1262, RUTD=11, REYD=389, RETD=0, FUM =5, FPPG=13.8, TFP =221.1
7

Frank Gore #21 | RB

SFO 49ers, 3 years exp, Bye 9

GAM =15, RUYD=1102, RUTD=5, REYD=436, RETD=1, FUM =3, FPPG=12.3, TFP =183.8
8

Steven Jackson #39 | RB

STL Rams, 4 years exp, Bye 5

GAM =12, RUYD=1002, RUTD=5, REYD=271, RETD=1, FUM =2, FPPG=13.3, TFP =159.3
9

Marshawn Lynch #23 | RB

BUF Bills, 1 years exp, Bye 6

GAM =13, RUYD=1115, RUTD=7, REYD=184, RETD=0, FUM =1, FPPG=13.1, TFP =169.9
10

Ryan Grant #25 | RB

GB Packers, 2 years exp, Bye 8

GAM =14, RUYD=956, RUTD=8, REYD=147, RETD=0, FUM =1, FPPG=11.2, TFP =156.3

Our 2008 running back rankings are directly integrated into our fantasy football cheat sheets. To view our running back rankings for any position, click on the supplemental rankings on each player template. In addition to our running back rankings, we also provide running back rankings from other reputable sources.

Our running back rankings are integrated into our fantasy football cheat sheets.