Who's Running the Show? Top NFL Players to Watch in Week 17

The Big Picture

Week 17 is crucial in fantasy football, often deciding league champions or third-place games. Here are the top running backs to consider:

• Top Contenders:
• Jahmyr Gibbs
• Christian McCaffrey
• James Cook
• Saquon Barkley

• De'Von Achane

• Also in the Top 10:
• Bijan Robinson
• Ashton Jeanty
• Kyren Williams
• Derrick Henry
• Chase Brown

Strategy Matters

Fantasy football isn't just about the top players. Consider these tips:

• Waiver Wire: Check for hidden gems.
• Injuries: Monitor your lineups. Key players dealing with ailments:
• Javonte Williams
• TreVeyon Henderson
• Alvin Kamara
• Jordan Mason
• Kimani Vidal
• Out for the Season: Quinshon Judkins.

Rankings Can Change

Rankings are fluid and can change up until Week 17 kickoffs. Stay informed and adjust your lineups as needed.

Top 50 Running Backs for Week 17

1. Jahmyr Gibbs, Detroit Lions at MIN
2. Christian McCaffrey, San Francisco 49ers vs. CHI
3. James Cook, Buffalo Bills vs. PHI
4. Saquon Barkley, Philadelphia Eagles at BUF
5. De'Von Achane, Miami Dolphins vs. TB
6. Bijan Robinson, Atlanta Falcons vs. LAR
7. Ashton Jeanty, Las Vegas Raiders vs. NYG
8. Kyren Williams, Los Angeles Rams at ATL
9. Derrick Henry, Baltimore Ravens at GB
10. Chase Brown, Cincinnati Bengals vs. ARI
11. R. J. Harvey, Denver Broncos at KC
12. Travis Etienne Jr., Jacksonville Jaguars at IND
13. Jonathan Taylor, Indianapolis Colts vs. JAX
14. Javonte Williams, Dallas Cowboys at WAS
15. D'Andre Swift, Chicago Bears at SF
16. Rhamondre Stevenson, New England Patriots at NYJ
17. Bucky Irving, Tampa Bay Buccaneers at MIA
18. Josh Jacobs, Green Bay Packers vs. BAL
19. Aaron Jones, Minnesota Vikings vs. DET
20. Jaylen Warren, Pittsburgh Steelers at CLE
21. Tyrone Tracy Jr., New York Giants at LV
22. Omarion Hampton, Los Angeles Chargers vs. HOU
23. Kenneth Gainwell, Pittsburgh Steelers at CLE
24. Tony Pollard, Tennessee Titans vs. NO
25. Kenneth Walker, Seattle Seahawks at CAR
26. Breece Hall, New York Jets vs. NE
27. Rico Dowdle, Carolina Panthers vs. SEA
28. Michael Carter, Arizona Cardinals at CIN
29. Chris Rodriguez, Washington Commanders vs. DAL
30. Jawhar Jordan, Houston Texans at LAC
31. Kyle Monangai, Chicago Bears at SF
32. David Montgomery, Detroit Lions at MIN
33. Isiah Pacheco, Kansas City Chiefs vs. DEN
34. Raheim Sanders, Cleveland Browns vs. PIT
35. Audric Estime, New Orleans Saints at TEN
36. Tyler Allgeier, Atlanta Falcons vs. LAR
37. Blake Corum, Los Angeles Rams at ATL
38. Zach Charbonnet, Seattle Seahawks at CAR
39. Chuba Hubbard, Carolina Panthers vs. SEA
40. Devin Singletary, New York Giants at LV
41. Jacory Croskey-Merritt, Washington Commanders vs. DAL
42. Kareem Hunt, Kansas City Chiefs vs. DEN
43. Sean Tucker, Tampa Bay Buccaneers at MIA
44. Tyjae Spears, Tennessee Titans vs. NO
45. Emanuel Wilson, Green Bay Packers vs. BAL
46. Isaiah Davis, New York Jets vs. NE
47. Jaylen Wright, Miami Dolphins vs. TB
48. Keaton Mitchell, Baltimore Ravens at GB
49. Jaleel McLaughlin, Denver Broncos at KC
50. Emari Demercado, Arizona Cardinals at CIN

Final Thoughts

Rankings are a starting point. Do your own research, make informed decisions, and most importantly, have fun!