Rookie running backs are the biggest X factors in fantasy football drafts year after year. As more NFL teams have moved to two RB systems, it's become harder and harder for rookie backs to emerge as fantasy forces. But in most years, some unknown rookie runners end up being great sleepers for fantasy owners. So in this Post , we'll compare the fantasy value of rookie running backs and try to uncover some hidden gems.To do so, replica Omega 95 1267.75 watch we're going to use our Football Relativity comparison, with 10 being the most impactful rookie back and one being guys who barely merit your draft board. In the comparison, we'll note where the tiers break and what this comparison means as you put together your draft board. Also, You can read more about Jahvid Best of the Lions, C.J. Spiller of the Bills, and Ryan Mathews of the Chargers in this Post .
And there's lots more fantasy analysis in the fantasy football category here on Football Relativity.10 Ryan Mathews, Chargers Mathews steps into the most fantasy friendly situation of any rookie back. All fantasy owners know that LaDainian Tomlinson thrived in San Diego for years, and now that Tomlinson's gone, Mathews is set up to replica Omega 95 1358.79 watch succeed. Of course, Darren Sproles is still around to provide big plays in small doses, but as long as Mathews adjusts to the pros quickly he'll be the guy who gets the bulk of the carries and the goal line chances. We've already discussed how we're placing Mathews on Tier 2, and that makes him by far the most valuable rookie running back. We suspect 1,200 yards and 8 10 touchdowns are in the offing.
(Mathews is the only rookie back on Tier 2, which means he is a starting running back in 10 and 12 team leagues.)9 none8 Jahvid Best, Lions Best slipped into the end of the first round with Detroit, with Lions head coach Jim Schwartz talking highly of Best's big play ability. With Kevin Smith hurt, Best could get more carries early in the replica Omega 4841.50.31h watch season than a Sproles/Leon Washington style big play back, and with that being the case Best has a decent amount of upside. But Detroit hasn't been a fantasy friendly spot for running backs in recent years, and the Additions the offense has made recently seem to help the passing game more than the run game.
