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

USAWednesday, December 24, 2025
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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!

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