*Note- some of these calls aren’t sleepers, just players I think could have a good year. It’s difficult to find a true sleeper in today’s fantasy football landscape, but I’ll do my best to uncover some longshots in larger leagues or leagues with deeper rosters.

Without further adieu, it’s time to start running!!!!!!

Jahmyr Gibbs
Gibbs is one of the most electric players in the league. The only concern is the Lions’ offensive line not being the dominant force they’ve been in the past. despite that, Gibbs is electric in the open field, he can turn any touch into paydirt. David Montgomery is gone, but the Lions brought in former Chief Isiah Pacheco to help lessen the workload on Gibbs. Don’t overthink it. Gibbs should have another great year.

Christian McCaffrey
McCaffrey’s analysis is real simple, if he stays healthy, he’ll have a monster year. And if he doesn’t, you’re in deep trouble. The good news is he’s coming into the season healthy after having a great year in 2025. Can he stay healthy, though? That’s the million dollar question. If he can, you’ve got a great shot at winning the title. It’s your call.

Saquon Barkley
The imminent departure of A.J. Brown looms large in Philadelphia. Brown is so physical, he helps out Barkley in the run game, too. His loss will be felt. That said, I have a soft spot for Barkley. Saquon is one of the most talented RBs in the league. I’ve seen no signs of him losing a step. He’s still more than capable of electrifying runs and being a dominant RB. Saquon’s current consensus ranking at RB 8 seems cheap given how talented he is.

Omarion Hampton
Omarion Hampton isn't the cheapest option, but I think he's the best value at RB. Last year, everything that could go wrong in Los Angeles did. Injuries crushed the Chargers. Hampton had is own injury issues. Fortunately, he and his teammates (offensive tackles RaShawn Slater and Joe Alt) are healthy now. I expect Hampton to be one of the few bell-cow RBs in the league and if that transpires it could produce an incredibly high fantasy ceiling. The Chargers should put up plenty of points this season.

With a current half-point consensus ranking at RB 10, Hampton seems cheap given the fantasy potential of an improved Chargers' offense in 2026.

Ringo’s comp- Hampton reminds me of former Steelers RB Barry Foster (from the early 90’s).

Derrick Henry
Despite the Ravens never getting on track, Henry had another solid season. Just think if Lamar Jackson can stay healthy? Baltimore also addressed the trenches. While they lost all-pro center Tyler Lindstrom. They brought back former Raven, John Simpson, and drafted Vega Ioane. Both should help open holes for Henry. I’ve seen no signs of Henry losing a step. He seems like he’s in store for another great year. Long live the King

Jeremiyah Love
The Cardinals drafted arguable the most talented player in the draft in Love. They followed it up by drafting Guard Chase Bisontis to help in the trenches. The Cardinals have plenty of weapons of offense. Even without a star QB, this team should, in theory, put up plenty of points. The only question is how much of a workload they’ll give Love. However, Love’s talent is more highly regarded by some scouts than even Ashton Jeanty. RB 14 could be a bargain for one of the most dynamic players in the league.

Ringo’s comp- Love reminds me of Jahmyr Gibbs

Bhayshul Tuten
Travis Etienne’s departure on free agency opens up the lead RB role in Jacksonville, and I think that could go to Tuten. Tuten is electric on the field. When it comes to Bhayshul "Rootin'" Tuten, his talent is obvious. He's the fastest RB north, south, east, and west of the Pecos, according to Yosemite Sam Ringo.

Ringo's comp- Tuten reminds me of a smaller version of former Bronco and Redskin, Clinton Portis.

Jonathan Brooks / Chuba Hubbard
I’m not the biggest Panthers fan out there, but there are fantasy points there to be had if we can pick the right RB. Brooks has more pedigree coming out of college. Knee injuries derailed his promising career so far, but he appears healthy now. If he can stay healthy, he has the ability to be a bell cow RB. Brooks’ current consensus ranking on FantasyPros sits at RB 42. Major sleeper and Potential League Winner!!

On the flip side, Chuba Hubbard might be the Rodney Dangerfield of RBs. He gets no respect, no respect at all. If Brooks gets hurt, Hubbard could once again be a sneaky pick who gets a lot of volume. Both seem relatively cheap with their consensus rankings: Hubbard is at RB 28 so not quite the value that Brooks is.

Another strategy in larger/deeper leagues is grabbing both. There’s value here with those cheap price tags, especially if Carolina designates one as the feature RB. Worth a shot.

Jadarian Price / Emanuel Wilson
Emanuel Wilson doesn’t get much hype, but when he gets his opportunity he runs hard and plays well. Seattle lost star RB Kenneth Walker III in free agency to Kansas City. Zach Charbonnet is recovering from a torn ACL in the playoffs last year. Even if he comes back, he won’t be 100% all year. The Seahawks drafted rookie Jadarian Price who looks impressive. However, they still want to limit touches for each RB. Wilson wasn’t signed for his good looks. I expect a RBBC between both, Price and Wilson, for at least the first month of two. With a current consensus ranking for Price at RB 28 while Wilson is at RB 57. The Price seems Right for sleepers in Seattle. Sorry, I had to. Haha!

Jordan Mason
The Vikings’ offense never got fully on track last year. J.J. McCarthy struggled. The Vikes have a new regime in their front office and they went out and signed veteran QB Kyler Murray. If Murray wins the starting gig, he could propel the entire offense to new heights, including Mason. Aaron Jones is still there, but as I figured last year, he missed some time with injuries. Any time Jones misses opens up Mason for a full time bell cow role.

With a current consensus ranking at RB 40, Mason’s current cost seems very cheap, especially given the potential on a Vikings’ offense with Justin Jefferson, T.J. Hockenson, Jordan Addison, and Jauan Jennings.

Isiah Pacheco
Isiah Pacheco was one of my better calls a few years ago. A late round pick by the Chiefs who virtually no one mentioned as a sleeper in July of his rookie season, he eventually won the starting gig. Unfortunately, his violent running style has led to injuries. Pacheco seems to be healthy now. He’ll take over David Montgomery’s role on a Lions’ offense that can put up some serious points. Pacheco’s current consensus ranking at RB 49 seems cheap given that Montgomery consistently finished as a top twenty RB in Detroit. If Pacheco can stay healthy he’s a bargain, but that’s the million dollar question. Worth a shot.