Fantasy football drafts are behind us, so the next-best way to improve your roster is via trades with rival managers. If you’re weak at running back, who are some players you should target? Here are two RBs to pursue.
Javonte Williams, RB, Denver Broncos
I don’t know if there’s any running back I’ve warmed up to more over the summer than Javonte Williams.
Early on, there was much ambiguity regarding the Broncos’ backfield. That led to reduced prices for all of their backs. We now have clarity. Williams is the RB1, and Jaleel McLaughlin is the RB2.
Once upon a time, Williams was considered a potential RB1 in fantasy. Then, he destroyed his knee. He is now two years removed from that injury.
This backfield is down to just two guys. No team targets running backs more than the Broncos, giving Williams a nice floor in terms of receptions.
I don’t know if we’ll ever see Williams reach RB1 numbers, but you can acquire him for an RB3 price tag.
My suspicion is after Williams sees 15+ touches in Week 1, the perception of him will change significantly. Now is the time to get ahead of it.
Zack Moss, RB, Cincinnati Bengals
The fantasy community so desperately wants Chase Brown to be the guy. And maybe he will be. But the Bengals signed Zack Moss for a reason, and he didn’t play the entire preseason as a protected member of this roster.
One way or another, this is going to be a committee. However, all of the chatter has been about Brown.
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Bengals beat reporters have projected Brown to lead the team in touches. Brown is the sophomore RB who is far more exciting than the journeyman Moss.
Here’s how I see it: Brown will be better in the receiving department and always produce more splash plays. But I still think Moss is going to be the guy on early downs and, most importantly, near the goal line.
With all of the momentum shifting toward Brown, Moss is being forgotten. His price may never be lower than it is right now.