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Running back is the most important position to hit on in the draft in all fantasy football formats. That's been even more true this season due to the outlandish number of injuries to key wide receivers this season.
There are plenty of RBs that go on serious cold streaks or just don't look good for long stretches, though. Some of them are on a ton of fantasy football rosters, meaning many managers must consider starting them.
Let's dive into three such players and whether they should be put into your starting lineups.
Should I Start Jonathan Taylor for Fantasy Football?
Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor was one of the first players taken off the board in 2024 fantasy football drafts. Unfortunately, he's lately been one of the last players you want to have on your roster. He's somehow scored just 7.0 and 3.5 PPR fantasy points in his last two games.
Jonathan Taylor has 5 out 7 games with 100+ yards …and 5 TDs in there and no one says a word….
JT has 2 bad games in a row only running out of gun and behind 3 Rookie OL and now he’s washed???
This is a Designed Run with 3 starting OL…
Gtfo
— Talkin’ Colts (@TalkinnColts) November 26, 2024
No, he didn't become trash overnight. Many people in the fantasy football space purely look at fantasy points scored and based their opinions of players only on that. That's a mistake. The Colts' offensive line has been decimated by injuries. Regardless, you should start Taylor unless you have clear better options (most rosters don't) because he has great upside if the blocking improves.
It could be a tough ride ahead for a few games, though.
He is the RB17 in our half-PPR consensus staff rankings.
Should I Start Rachaad White for Fantasy Football?
Yes. Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Rachaad White will face the Carolina Panthers run defense in Week 13. They're the worst team in the league at stopping opposing running backs from scoring fantasy points. White's had a nice touchdown streak the past few games, and that could easily continue.
Rachaad White making the entire Giants defense look silly pic.twitter.com/vFoWGYnfje
— Billy M (@BillyM_91) November 24, 2024
He's still good in pass-protection, still a good receiving back, and is on a great offense. There should be plenty of opportunities for him to score fantasy points.
He is the RB27 in our half-PPR consensus staff rankings.
Should I Start Gus Edwards for Fantasy Football?
In deeper leagues, yes. But outside of non-PPR leagues, Los Angeles Chargers running back Gus Edwards has very little receiving upside, which hurts his value. PPR points are huge in their respective leagues, but he isn't a pass-catcher.
Gus Edwards with the greatest save of a fumble you're gonna see pic.twitter.com/A2ashbavFO
— Sam Monson (@SamMonsonNFL) November 26, 2024
That's not saying he couldn't be, just that he hasn't been. The team will likely have rookie RB Kimani Vidal active. Edwards is worth starting in deep and non-PPR leagues because the lead back, J.K. Dobbins (knee) is officially "Out" for Week 13. But don't expect many points unless he gets a rushing touchdown.
He is the RB31 in our half-PPR consensus staff rankings.
Popular Week 13 Searches - Start/Sit Comparisons
Below are some popular Week 13 searches and comparisons from our Who To Start tool for Jonathan Taylor, Rachaad White, Gus Edwards compared to others. You can also use the free Who Should I Start tool to run your own start/sit comparisons, up to four players at once:
Dandre Swift or Rachaad White
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Alexander Mattison or Gus Edwards
Austin Ekeler or Gus Edwards
Bucky Irving or Jonathan Taylor
Bucky Irving or Rachaad White
Chase Brown or Jonathan Taylor
Chase Brown or Rachaad White
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Chuba Hubbard or Rachaad White
Dandre Swift or Gus Edwards
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Jonathan Taylor or Rachaad White
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Dandre Swift or Rachaad White
Dandre Swift or Rachaad White
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Jeremy Mcnichols or Gus Edwards
Jeremy Mcnichols or Rachaad White
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Chase Brown or Rachaad White
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Chuba Hubbard or Jonathan Taylor
Chuba Hubbard or Jonathan Taylor
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Dandre Swift or Gus Edwards
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Davante Adams or Rachaad White
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Devon Achane or Jonathan Taylor
Devon Achane or Rachaad White
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Isiah Pacheco or Jonathan Taylor
Jakobi Meyers or Rachaad White
Jakobi Meyers or Rachaad White
James Conner or Jonathan Taylor
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James Conner or Rachaad White
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Jaylen Waddle or Gus Edwards
Jaylen Warren or Gus Edwards
Jaylen Warren or Gus Edwards
Jaylen Warren or Gus Edwards
Jaylen Warren or Rachaad White
Jeremy Mcnichols or Gus Edwards
Jeremy Mcnichols or Gus Edwards
Jeremy Mcnichols or Gus Edwards
Joe Mixon or Jonathan Taylor
Joe Mixon or Jonathan Taylor
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Jonathan Taylor or Rachaad White
Jordan Addison or Gus Edwards
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Justice Hill or Gus Edwards
Justice Hill or Gus Edwards
Kareem Hunt or Gus Edwards
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Kareem Hunt or Jonathan Taylor
Kareem Hunt or Rachaad White
Kareem Hunt or Rachaad White
Kareem Hunt or Rachaad White
Keenan Allen or Rachaad White
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Kenneth Gainwell or Gus Edwards
Kenneth Walkeriii or Jonathan Taylor
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Kenneth Walkeriii or Rachaad White
Khalil Shakir or Gus Edwards
Khalil Shakir or Jonathan Taylor
Khalil Shakir or Rachaad White
Ladd Mcconkey or Jonathan Taylor
Ladd Mcconkey or Rachaad White
Ladd Mcconkey or Rachaad White
Malik Nabers or Gus Edwards
Malik Nabers or Rachaad White
Malik Nabers or Rachaad White
Marvin Harrisonjr or Jonathan Taylor
Marvin Harrisonjr or Rachaad White
Najee Harris or Gus Edwards
Najee Harris or Rachaad White
Najee Harris or Rachaad White
Najee Harris or Rachaad White
Nick Chubb or Jonathan Taylor
Nick Chubb or Rachaad White
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Rachaad White or Gus Edwards
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Raheem Mostert or Gus Edwards
Rhamondre Stevenson or Gus Edwards
Rhamondre Stevenson or Rachaad White
Rico Dowdle or Gus Edwards
Rico Dowdle or Gus Edwards
Rico Dowdle or Gus Edwards
Rico Dowdle or Rachaad White
Rico Dowdle or Rachaad White
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Tony Pollard or Jonathan Taylor
Tony Pollard or Jonathan Taylor
Tony Pollard or Rachaad White
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Tyrone Tracyjr or Jonathan Taylor
Tyrone Tracyjr or Jonathan Taylor
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Zay Flowers or Gus Edwards
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Zay Flowers or Rachaad White
Bucky Irving or Jonathan Taylor
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Bucky Irving or Rachaad White
Chuba Hubbard or Jonathan Taylor
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Tyrone Tracyjr or Rachaad White
Tyrone Tracyjr or Rachaad White
Wandale Robinson or Gus Edwards
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