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Week 9 Fantasy RB Rankings: Gibbs Leads, Bye Weeks Shake Up Lineups

Week 9 Fantasy RB Rankings: Gibbs Leads, Bye Weeks Shake Up Lineups

As the fantasy football season reaches Week 9, managers face a crucial juncture with only two teams—the Pittsburgh Steelers and Tennessee Titans—on bye. This absence notably impacts those relying on Jaylen Warren and Tony Pollard, the latter of whom has been exceptionally productive over the past two weeks.

The NFL's international series resumes this week, with the Cincinnati Bengals and Atlanta Falcons meeting at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium in Madrid, Spain, on Sunday. This global showcase adds an extra layer of intrigue to the Week 9 slate.

Among the notable risers in this week's rankings are Bhayshul Tuten and Jonah Coleman, who have climbed the ranks. Conversely, several running backs are dealing with injuries, including Jeremiyah Love, while others like Omarion Hampton and TreVeyon Henderson are falling due to demotion or declining production. Streaming options are limited based on matchups, so managers should consult Start 'Em, Sit 'Em later this week for detailed advice.

Below are the complete Week 9 fantasy running back rankings. Be sure to check back regularly for updates, especially after final team injury reports are released late in the week.

Week 9 Fantasy Running Back Rankings

  • 1. Jahmyr Gibbs, DET at MIA
  • 2. Bijan Robinson, ATL vs. CIN
  • 3. Kenneth Walker III, KC vs. NYJ
  • 4. Christian McCaffrey, SF vs. LV
  • 5. Jonathan Taylor, IND vs. DAL
  • 6. Chuba Hubbard, CAR vs. DEN
  • 7. Javonte Williams, DAL at IND
  • 8. James Cook, BUF at MIN
  • 9. Kyren Williams, LAR at WAS
  • 10. Josh Jacobs, GB at NE
  • 11. Bhayshul Tuten, JAC at BAL
  • 12. Chase Brown, CIN at ATL
  • 13. Jonah Coleman, DEN at CAR
  • 14. Bucky Irving, TB at CHI
  • 15. Rhamondre Stevenson, NE vs. GB
  • 16. D'Andre Swift, CHI vs. TB
  • 17. Breece Hall, NYJ at KC
  • 18. Derrick Henry, BAL vs. JAC
  • 19. Blake Corum, LAR at WAS
  • 20. Ashton Jeanty, LV at SF
  • 21. Saquon Barkley, PHI vs. NYG
  • 22. Cam Skattebo, NYG at PHI
  • 23. Quinshon Judkins, CLE at NO
  • 24. Rachaad White, WAS vs. LAR
  • 25. Ollie Gordon II, MIA vs. DET
  • 26. Alvin Kamara, NO vs. CLE
  • 27. Mike Washington Jr., LV at SF
  • 28. Woody Marks, HOU at LAC
  • 29. Tyler Allgeier, ARI at SEA
  • 30. Aaron Jones Sr., MIN vs. BUF
  • 31. Zach Charbonnet, SEA vs. ARI
  • 32. Jordan Mason, MIN vs. BUF
  • 33. Kenneth Gainwell, TB at CHI
  • 34. Jadarian Price, SEA vs. ARI
  • 35. Emmett Johnson, KC vs. NYJ
  • 36. Devin Singletary, NYG at PHI
  • 37. Dylan Sampson, CLE at NO
  • 38. Kendre Miller, NO vs. CLE
  • 39. Braelon Allen, NYJ at KC
  • 40. Omarion Hampton, LAC vs. HOU
  • 41. J.K. Dobbins, DEN at CAR
  • 42. Samaje Perine, CIN at ATL
  • 43. Chris Rodriguez Jr., JAC at BAL
  • 44. Kaelon Black, SF vs. LV
  • 45. TreVeyon Henderson, NE vs. GB
  • 46. Kimani Vidal, LAC vs. HOU
  • 47. Roshon Johnson, CHI vs. TB
  • 48. Elijah Mitchell, PHI vs. NYG
  • 49. Jeremy McNichols, WAS vs. LAR
  • 50. MarShawn Lloyd, GB at NE
  • 51. Keaton Mitchell, LAC vs. HOU
  • 52. Justice Hill, BAL vs. JAC
  • 53. Emanuel Wilson, SEA vs. ARI
  • 54. Khalil Herbert, ATL vs. CIN
  • 55. Corey Kiner, NE vs. GB
  • 56. Ty Johnson, BUF at MIN
  • 57. Austin Ekeler, WAS vs. LAR
  • 58. Jaylen Wright, MIA vs. DET
  • 59. Seth McGowan, IND vs. DAL
  • 60. Dare Ogunbowale, HOU at LAC

Key Analysis

Jahmyr Gibbs claims the top spot this week, benefiting from a favorable matchup against the Miami Dolphins. Bijan Robinson and Kenneth Walker III round out the top three, with Walker facing a tough New York Jets defense. Christian McCaffrey remains a staple in the top five despite a challenging matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders. Managers should monitor injury reports closely, as several running backs are questionable, and bye weeks continue to thin the pool of reliable starters.