Top RB Starts: Week 9 Fantasy Football Rankings
The NFL Week 9 fantasy football rankings emphasize crucial must-start running backs as players navigate a challenging roster. Several notable running backs will be absent, complicating the sit/start decisions for fantasy managers.
Key Running Backs Missing in Week 9
Due to injuries and bye weeks, several prominent players will be sidelined:
- Isiah Pacheco (Kansas City Chiefs)
- D’Andre Swift (Chicago Bears)
- Rhamondre Stevenson (New England Patriots)
- Alvin Kamara (New Orleans Saints) – questionable
With these absences, players like Kareem Hunt, Kyle Monangai, and TreVeyon Henderson rise in the rankings, becoming vital options this week.
Week 9 Bye Teams
The following teams are on bye during Week 9:
- Cleveland Browns
- New York Jets
- Philadelphia Eagles
- Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Top Running Back Rankings for Week 9
Here are the highlighted running backs for fantasy managers to consider:
- Jonathan Taylor (Indianapolis Colts) at Pittsburgh Steelers
- Christian McCaffrey (San Francisco 49ers) at New York Giants
- Bijan Robinson (Atlanta Falcons) at New England Patriots
- Derrick Henry (Baltimore Ravens) at Miami Dolphins
- De’Von Achane (Miami Dolphins) vs. Baltimore Ravens
- Jahmyr Gibbs (Detroit Lions) vs. Minnesota Vikings
- Josh Jacobs (Green Bay Packers) vs. Carolina Panthers
- Kyren Williams (Los Angeles Rams) vs. New Orleans Saints
- Javonte Williams (Dallas Cowboys) vs. Arizona Cardinals
- James Cook III (Buffalo Bills) vs. Kansas City Chiefs
Additional Notable Running Backs
These players could also play a significant role in Week 9:
- Kareem Hunt (Kansas City Chiefs) at Buffalo Bills
- Travis Etienne Jr. (Jacksonville Jaguars) at Las Vegas Raiders
- David Montgomery (Detroit Lions) vs. Minnesota Vikings
As fantasy managers finalize their lineups, it is essential to monitor injury reports closely. Be sure to check player statuses before kickoff to make informed decisions.
