The NFL Divisional Round has concluded, and before we know it, it’ll be the offseason with the 2026 NFL Draft on the horizon. As players prepare for their dynasty rookie drafts or are studying up for redraft, here are incoming rookie running backs to be aware of for fantasy football.
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Dynasty Rookie Draft Targets: Running Backs
Note: This list is not an official top 10 rankings list, but is meant more as a way to highlight the 10 best fantasy football running backs from the 2026 NFL Draft class.
Jeremiyah Love (RB – Notre Dame)
Jeremiyah Love is the No. 1 running back from this class, and I’d even go as far as to say he may be a better prospect than Ashton Jeanty.
Love has all of the tools to be a fantastic running back in the NFL, and the only way you’re getting him is if you have the 1.01 pick in your rookie draft.
Jadarian Price (RB – Notre Dame)
Jadarian Price took a backseat to Love at Notre Dame, but if he’s given a chance, he could be an every-down back. He’ll likely run in the 4.4 range at the NFL Scouting Combine.
Some of Price’s biggest concerns include an Achilles tear a few years ago, a tendency to be a bit “dancey” at the line of scrimmage and that he has limited receiving ability. As for the latter, I think he could be a reliable pass-catching back if given a chance.
Jonah Coleman (RB – Washington)
Jonah Coleman isn’t going to run away from defenders, but he’s built like a bowling ball. He’ll be a consistent presence in the backfield and can catch passes out of the backfield.
Coleman has a great chance to be an every-down back for a team, if not at the beginning of the season, at some point during it.
Emmett Johnson (RB – Nebraska)
Emmett Johnson was wildly productive to close out the season, running for 103+ yards in his last five games, including 217 yards against Iowa.
Johnson is a home run waiting to happen, but I wonder if his pass protection, which needs more work, will hold him back. You may need to be a bit patient with him in his rookie season, but if he’s given an extended look, he should do well.
Kaytron Allen (RB – Penn State)
Kaytron Allen won’t catch many passes and isn’t going to run away from opposing defenses. He’ll be a bruiser in the NFL, likely only used on first and second down.
Nicholas Singleton (RB – Penn State)
Of the two Penn State running backs, I prefer Nicholas Singleton. He’s much more explosive and is excellent in pass protection.
The problem with Singleton is that he didn’t have a good final collegiate season. That said, I could see his stock rise if he performs well at the NFL Scouting Combine. The potential is there.
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