I changed the order of this group from Tiers 3.0. Since the last edition, Cook signed an extension with the Bills, and Walker continues to deal with a nagging foot injury. The rookie running backs have also continued to thrive, and I would draft Cook, Hampton and Henderson in Round 3, with Harvey and Walker in Round 4.

Christian McCaffrey looks to reclaim his place among the elite and rookie Ashton Jeanty is ready to make an impact.

Choosing between Bijan Robinson, Jahmyr Gibbs, and Saquon Barkley in your fantasy draft? Read our decision on the top running back to pick in 2025.

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Backups to injury-prone stars are referred to as handcuffs in fantasy football. Who are the best at the running back position?

Now? There's trade buzz, with a report from Jordan Schultz that Washington has "been shopping" Robinson. That could be smoke, but it could also pile on top of what's been an iffy offseason for the running back who will be a free agent next year.

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