1. Eddie Lacy, Green Bay Packers, Bye 7
Lacy had a rough start to the season last year, but he quickly got his groove back to finish off as the 6th best running back. As defenses still have to worry about Green Bay's talented passing game, Lacy can find open holes in the defense to exploit. Lacy becomes a safe #1 pick for fantasy owners who love drafting running backs first.
2. Jamaal Charles, Kansas City Chiefs, Bye 9
Charles should continue to have a dominant season as he turns 29 years old. Being the centerpiece of the Chief's offense only helps his value as he will be relied on frequently. What gives Charles a top 3 running back slot is his catching ability and his explosiveness to break off for big plays.
3. Le'veon Bell, Pittsburgh Steelers, Bye 11
Le'veon Bell is the best running back in the league in my opinion. However, with his three game suspension, his value gets knocked down to #3. If you select Le'veon Bell in your drafts, make sure that you grab a solid RB2 and RB3 to make up for the first three weeks. Last year, he was ridiculously good, and he'll continue to produce great numbers.
Lacy had a rough start to the season last year, but he quickly got his groove back to finish off as the 6th best running back. As defenses still have to worry about Green Bay's talented passing game, Lacy can find open holes in the defense to exploit. Lacy becomes a safe #1 pick for fantasy owners who love drafting running backs first.
2. Jamaal Charles, Kansas City Chiefs, Bye 9
Charles should continue to have a dominant season as he turns 29 years old. Being the centerpiece of the Chief's offense only helps his value as he will be relied on frequently. What gives Charles a top 3 running back slot is his catching ability and his explosiveness to break off for big plays.
3. Le'veon Bell, Pittsburgh Steelers, Bye 11
Le'veon Bell is the best running back in the league in my opinion. However, with his three game suspension, his value gets knocked down to #3. If you select Le'veon Bell in your drafts, make sure that you grab a solid RB2 and RB3 to make up for the first three weeks. Last year, he was ridiculously good, and he'll continue to produce great numbers.