Mike Davis parlayed the position of Christian McCaffrey’s backup into RB1 production and the No. Hubbard enters the NFL with the most coveted handcuff role in the entire league. The former Ohio State bruiser should be viewed as a high-upside committee back worth selecting in the middle rounds of fantasy drafts. However, when that might happen is anyone’s guess. Sermon posted a stellar 93.2 career rushing grade (fourth in the 2021 NFL draft class) and has the talent to eventually emerge as San Francisco’s starting running back. and Wayne Gallman to create a four-headed monster. San Francisco possesses a ridiculously overloaded backfield with Sermon joining Raheem Mostert, Jeff Wilson Jr. Kyle Shanahan stocking up on running backs is sure to create an absolute fantasy football nightmare. Rest in peace, James Robinson RB1 season - we will always remember your glorious breakout as an undrafted rookie turned fantasy superstar.

Clemson running back Travis Etienne (9) runs the ball in for a touchdown in the first quarter of their game against Virginia at Memorial Stadium. Jacksonville should be one of the most improved offenses in the entire league with Trevor Lawrence under center, and the Clemson legend already holds an established connection with his former college teammate. Jacksonville drafted Etienne in the first round because they have a real role in mind - he is going to see significant snaps as a rookie. The Jaguars have a crowded backfield, but Etienne can still be an impact rookie as a receiving back that handles 10-15 touches per game. That would elevate the entire Denver offense and transform Williams into a threat for double-digit touchdowns. Melvin Gordon is 28 years old and entering the final year of his contract - he will probably be phased out of the offense at some point this season.Īdditionally, do not discount the possibility that the Broncos trade for Aaron Rodgers. Dobbins split carries with Mark Ingram early in the season, and then the Ravens benched the older Ingram and turned lead backfield duties over to their ascending rookie come playoff time. Expect Williams to follow a similar track to J.K. The future is now for a Broncos team with playoff aspirations. PFF’s Mike Renner compared Williams’ playing style to Saints superstar Alvin Kamara. The former Tar Heel is the most elusive back in this class, leading the nation with a 76 missed tackles forced and a 48% missed tackle rate last season. The Broncos traded up for Williams to be their running back of the future. The former Alabama standout impacts the game as both a runner and receiver with the size and strength to hold up as an every-down playmaker. Jump all over any Harris discount that arises out of concern for Pittsburgh’s reigning 31st-ranked run-blocking offensive line. That's the type of workload that fantasy managers dream of - Christian McCaffrey averaged 25.1 touches per game in his record-breaking 2019 season. From 2013-2017, Bell averaged a whopping 24.9 touches per game. The Steelers drafted Harris to be their next Le’Veon Bell - a true bell cow running back capable of handling a monster workload. Here's how I have the rookie running backs ranked for the 2021 season. Additionally, there are several sleepers from the middle rounds that could emerge as key contributors this season. “We advise riders to check with their local retailers first to check whether a fitting service is being offered and, if it is, what is required from them in terms of personal protective equipment (PPE).The 2021 rookie running back class is extremely top heavy with three elite prospects capable of being instant fantasy studs. “BETA has prepared detailed advice for its members to help them adapt appropriately and retailers have high levels of hygiene practices, such as staff wearing masks and gloves, in place. “Fitting safety garments such as riding hats and body protectors can be a close-contact process, so retailers have revised many of their procedures to cater for concerns around distancing and hygiene,” Williams said.

A rescheduled BETA Safety Week will give riders returning to competition the chance to check that their equipment still meets the rules and is fit for purpose.”īETA has developed protocols to help its retail members offer as safe a service as possible to riders visiting their stores. “Now, we’re facing the start of the ‘new’, delayed competition season as the three Olympic disciplines propose starts in some way between now and July 4. “We had originally timed the campaign to tie in with the start of the competition season, but many events and competitions have, sadly, been cancelled,” said BETA executive director Claire Williams.

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