A Hater’s Guide to the 2026 Rookie Running Back Class

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I’ve been writing this series for several years and since everyone hates the 2026 draft class, this should write itself this year. If you want to see last year’s running back edition, be sure to check it out here and if you want to see this year’s quarterback write-up, you can find it here . If you want to find all of the previous hater articles over the last several seasons, go dig through this pile of slop . With all that out of the way, let me explain why every single player in the 2026 class is going to bust. 1.03 Jeremiyah Love , RB ARI Clearly the RB1 of this year’s class. It has to feel good to know you’re the best of a historically awful position group. Only five drafts have ever had less than 20 running backs selected, and this year barely cleared 10, with the fewest running backs selected since the AFL-NFL merger in 1966. Congrats on being the focal point of an offense projected to win 4.5 games. Teams can either sell out to shut you down or the QB duo of Jacoby Brissett and Carson Beck , so get used to seeing nine men in the box on every snap. 1.32 Jadarian Price , RB SEA SUBSCRIBE TO DLF PREMIUM! Gain Instant Access to this resource and so much more!. Premium membership provides access to all of our industry-leading dynasty fantasy football content. You can also get a DLF Premium Membership for FREE! Find out how . Want more info about DLF Premium? Find out more Have questions or need some help? Contact Us Join DLF Today! Already a DLF Premium Member? Log in now!