Sports Illustrated's fantasy football expert Fab has shared his preliminary list of running backs expected to make significant fantasy impacts in 2026. Though the list comes well in advance of the season, these early identifications often prove valuable for fantasy planning.
The analysis comes as NFL teams continue to evolve their running back usage, with more committee approaches and increased emphasis on pass-catching ability from the position. Fantasy managers will be watching these players closely as the 2025 season approaches for signs of breakout potential.