2023 Free Agent Rankings: Running Backs

As you know, there is no real off-season for fantasy football fanatics. While the NFL playoffs are still in progress, it’s never a bad idea to be prepared for the next season. FullTime Fantasy‘s 2023 Free Agent Rankings: Running Backs previews the top veteran rushers available this spring. There are some stud backs available on the open market. Also, the rise in salary cap should help a handful of these RBs secure lucrative long-term deals. Also, check out our 2023 free-agent QB rankings. Three-Down Studs PLAYER TEAM AGE YDS TD REC YDS REC TD Josh Jacobs LVR 25 1653 12 400 0 Saquon Barkley NYG 26 1312 10 338 0 Tony Pollard DAL 26 1007 9 371 3 David Montgomery CHI 26 801 5 316 1 The Raiders declined to extend Josh Jacobs last season. As a result, Jacobs is now set to cash in big time after leading the league with 1,653 rushing yards. Jacobs showed feature-back skills, also. He set a career-best mark of 400 receiving yards and a dozen scores. Expect Jacobs to attract plenty of attention, perhaps commanding north of $50 million over 4 years. Similar to Jacobs, Saquon Barkley‘s fifth-year option was declined and Barkley finally stayed healthy. The fifth-year veteran rusher posted a career-high 1,312 rushing yards and topped 50 receptions for the third time. New York is fresh off a Wild-Card playoff spot. However, both Barkley and QB Daniel Jones are unrestricted free agents. Of the two, Barkley is more likely to be franchise tagged. But, if he is able to test the market, Barkley could earn between $12 and $15 million annually. The Cowboys are in a difficult predicament. Tony Pollard was the team’s best running back all season. However, the club still owes Ezekiel Elliott over $50 million guaranteed. Elliott is a declining player while Pollard displayed top-5 upside and explosiveness. Elliott has reportedly been open to a restricted deal. That may be the only way Pollard could return to Big D. Should Pollard hit the open market, he’ll have no shortage of suitors as a potential top-tier starter. David Montgomery had the fewest rushing attempts of his career despite playing 16 games. With Khalil Herbert in the fold, Montgomery might be allowed to test the market. The 25-year-old veteran is a dependable receiver and has a 1,000-yard rushing campaign on his resume. Solid Contributors PLAYER TEAM AGE YDS TD REC YDS REC TD Miles Sanders PHI 26 1269 11 78 0 Jamaal Williams DET 28 1066 17 73 0 Damien Harris NE 26 462 3 97 0 Devin Singletary BUF 26 819 5 280 1 Alexander Mattison MIN 25 283 5 91 1 Kareem Hunt CLE 28 455 3 195 1 D’Onta Foreman CAR 27 914 3 26 0 Rashaad Penny SEA 27 346 2 16 0 Samaje Perine CIN 28 394 2 287 4 Jerick McKinnon KC 31 291 1 512 9 A year after (in)famously being shut out of the end zone, Miles Sanders punched in 11 scores and posted a career-high 1,263 rushing yards. Although Sanders snagged 50 balls as a rookie, the Eagles haven’t involved him much as a receiver since. That could impact his ability to attract a deal with the top tier of available rushers. Jamaal Williams was one of the best fantasy values from 2022. Williams led the NFL with 17 touchdowns and also surpassed 1,000 rushing yards for the first time in his career. Williams should be able to parlay that into a decent raise in 2023. However, he most likely finds himself in another timeshare with the Lions or elsewhere. Alexander Mattison has always attracted fantasy attention as the direct handcuff to Dalvin Cook. And when given the chance to shine, Mattison has had some big outings. Now, Mattison will get the chance to see if another NFL team views him in the same light as #ZERORB drafters do. The dream fantasy scenario- re-signing with the Vikings if Cook is a cap casualty. The surprising Christian McCaffrey trade allowed D’Onta Foreman to showcase his potential as a starter. Foreman posted five games with 100-plus rushing yards. In all, the fifth-year pro ran for 914 yards despite having just 12 carries in Carolina’s first six games. Foreman will draw interest from multiple teams but a return to the Panthers would make him an excellent late-round fantasy value. Be cautious with Jerick McKinnon. The aging back easily had his best numbers as a cleverly-deployed red-zone outlet. But, any other destination than a return to Kansas City would be a huge step back. Change-of-Pace Options PLAYER TEAM AGE YDS TD REC YDS REC TD Jeff Wilson MIA 28 860 5 185 1 Raheem Mostert MIA 31 820 3 212 2 Kenyan Drake BAL 29 482 4 89 1 Ronald Jones KC 26 70 1 22 0 Matt Breida NYG 28 220 1 118 0 Dontrelle Hilliard TEN 28 145 0 177 4 Darrel Williams ARZ 28 102 1 9 0 Boston Scott PHI 28 217 3 15 0 Justin Jackson DET 27 170 1 101 1 Justice Hill BAL 26 262 0 58 0 The Dolphins used both of their veteran packs interchangeably. Jeff Wilson and Raheem Mostert should have no trouble finding work. However, neither back will draw interest as a lead dog. With ties to San Francisco, keep an eye on the Texans as potential fits for both veteran ball carriers. Darrel Williams was limited to just six games in 2022. However, he looked solid in the only contest in which he got double-digit touches. He’ll draw interest as a dependable veteran change-of-pace option. Depending on where he lands, Williams offers some late-round interest as an insurance policy. Boston Scott has averaged over 4 yards per carry in each of his four seasons as Philly’s RB2/3. Scott also has shown a solid nose for the end zone and was solid as a receiver in his first two campaigns. Best of the Rest PLAYER TEAM AGE YDS TD REC YDS REC TD Ty Johnson NYJ 26 148 1 75 0 Benny Snell PIT 25
2023 Free Agent Rankings: Quarterbacks

As you know, there is no real off-season for fantasy football fanatics. While the NFL playoffs are still in progress, it’s never a bad idea to be prepared for the next season. FullTime Fantasy‘s 2023 Free Agent Rankings: Quarterbacks previews the top veteran signal callers available this spring. Overall, there isn’t a lot of depth available at the NFL’s most important position. This free agent class is top-heavy but the uninspiring incoming rookie class could make for some big-money deals. Starters PLAYER TEAM AGE YDS TD INT Lamar Jackson BAL 26 2242 17 7 Tom Brady TB 46 4694 25 9 Geno Smith SEA 32 4282 30 11 Daniel Jones NYG 26 3205 15 5 Jimmy Garoppolo SF 28 2437 10 8 Lamar Jackson – Jackson is clearly the preeminent free-agent quarterback. Just now entering his prime, Jackson is one of the elite dual-threat options in the NFL. However, the Ravens have unsuccessfully tried to engage Jackson for some time. Were he to hit the open market, Jackson could command north of $40 million annually. However, the most likely outcome is that Baltimore franchise tags their quarterback. This could lead to a holdout situation, but only time will tell. Tom Brady – Even at 46, Brady will attract plenty of suitors. Brady’s touchdown numbers dipped significantly in 2022. However, an offensive line that ranked 28th in DVOA played a large role in that. Most Buccaneers’ teammates got the impression that Brady is unlikely to return to Tampa. Wherever Brady lands will almost certainly have to be a potential Super Bowl contender. Time is running out for the GOAT, but he could still be the difference for a handful of veteran rosters. EDIT: Brady announced his retirement on February 1st. Unless he has another change of heart, the GOAT should be avoided in all drafts. Geno Smith – Timing is everything and Smith parlayed his best-ever campaign into a ton of money. If Brady retires and the Ravens tag Lamar Jackson, Smith could be the most attractive QB on the open market. A reunion with the Seahawks makes the most sense but Smith might command 10 times more than the $3.5 million he pocketed in 2022. Daniel Jones – The Giants declined their fifth-year option, which makes Jones free to test the market. Jones is probably a better fantasy option than a real NFL difference-maker. However, he is a plus athlete who doesn’t throw a lot of interceptions. However, New York’s two playoff games were very indicative of Jones’ week-to-week inconsistencies. Still, Brian Daboll did coach Jones to a solid campaign and a reunion makes the most sense. Other interested teams might include the Jets, Colts, Raiders, and Panthers. Jimmy Garoppolo – 2022 was a whirlwind season for Jimmy G. However, there will not be a reunion in San Francisco. Still just 31, Garoppolo will appeal to many teams. But, the jury is still out on if the nine-year veteran can ever emerge beyond “tweener” status. A reunion with Josh McDaniels in Las Vegas makes sense. However, has Garoppolo proven he is an upgrade over Derek Carr? Speaking of Carr, it should be noted that he will be released or traded this off-season. Were he to hit the open market, Carr would slide in as the third or fourth-best option. Bridge/Backups PLAYER TEAM AGE YDS TD INT Baker Mayfield LAR 28 2163 10 8 Jacoby Brissett CLE 30 2608 12 6 Taylor Heinicke WAS 30 1859 12 6 Gardner Minshew PHI 27 563 3 3 Mike White NYJ 28 1192 3 4 Sam Darnold CAR 26 1143 7 3 Teddy Bridgewater MIA 30 683 4 4 Andy Dalton NO 35 2871 18 9 Joe Flacco NYJ 38 902 9 5 Drew Lock SEA 26 Cooper Rush DAL 29 1051 5 3 This second tier of free-agent QBs is unlikely to attract attention as potential starters. While some can fill in as bridge options, most are destined for clipboard duties. Baker Mayfield – Last season was a wild ride for Baker Mayfield. First, he opened the season as Carolina’s starter. Secondly, Mayfield was relegated to the bench and unceremoniously released. Finally, was the improbable Thursday night win as the Rams’ starter. Regardless, it has become aware that Mayfield isn’t a long-term option. However, he can find a role if he is willing to guide a rookie. Jacoby Brissett – Brissett did an admirable job replacing Mayfield and holding down the fort for Deshaun Watson. As a result, he might attract teams as a bridge option or in a mentor capacity. Taylor Heinicke – Although he was able to usurp Carson Wentz, Heinicke is unlikely to be viewed as a viable starter. Heinicke is capable of playing well in small stretches. Therefore, he’ll attract interest as a dependable veteran backup. Gardner Minshew – It has been two full seasons since Minshew was a starter. Most likely, Philadelphia is the ideal fit for a player like Minshew because the Eagles have a locked-in starter who takes a lot of punishment as a runner. It’s unlikely that Minshew will find a starting gig. Above all, a reunion with the Eagles or a similar role with another team is the most likely outcome. Mike White – White could be a dark horse option to earn a starting gig. However, that would only happen if he re-signs with the Jets. It seems painfully obvious that the Jets missed on Zach Wilson, which would open the door for White to win the job in camp. However, this outcome is rather unlikely as the Jets would be better served to start fresh. Other Veteran Options PLAYER TEAM AGE YDS TD INT Mason Rudolph PIT 28 Kyle Allen HOU 27 416 2 4 Jeff Driskel HOU 30 95 1 0 C.J. Beathard JAC 29 35 0 1 Blaine Gabbert TB 33 29 Case Keenum BUF 35 The 2022 NFL season is underway but it’s not too late to get access to the best help out there! All FullTime Fantasy members get exclusive access to our 24/7 Chat Room on Discord!
Fantasy Football Waiver Wire: Week 18

The final week of the NFL season is turbulent and difficult to project. That’s why the vast majority of fantasy leagues have already concluded. Still, a few savages keep the fun going all the way to the bitter end. If that’s you, our Fantasy Football Waiver Wire: Week 18 can help navigate the madness. With only two of the 14 postseason berths up for grabs, plenty of teams have little to play for in Week 18. That’s what makes this slate so difficult to project. Backups, snap counts, and conservative play-calling are just some of the factors that can wreak havoc on fantasy lineups. However, the point of this great hobby is having fun. So, if you’re still playing this week, here are some Fantasy Football Waiver Wire: Week 18 players to consider. FAAB denotes Free Agent Acquisition Budget Zack Moss (RB) Indianapolis Colts – Moss has taken over as the Colts’ main running back. This week, the Colts conclude a disappointing 2022 campaign at home against Houston’s league-worst run defense. If Moss is somehow available, he offers RB1 upside in Week 18. Tyquan Thornton (WR) New England – Thornton has surpassed an 88% snap rate in New England’s last four contests. Sunday, Thornton saw a season-high 7 targets and secured his second TD grab. New England will be going all out to win in Week 18, so Thornton should once again get plenty of opportunities. Matt Breida (RB) New York Giants – The Giants are locked into a playoff spot and have little at stake this week. There is a very good chance Brian Daboll rests his starters. That would put Breida in a good position to rack up plenty of touches. Alexander Mattison (RB) Minnesota Vikings – It’s also possible the Vikings rest starters. If Dalvin Cook sits, Mattison will be a hot commodity. Mattison has thrived in a featured role and the Vikings are essentially locked into a home playoff game next week. Rashid Shaheed (WR) New Orleans Saints – Shaheed has been the Saints’ top wideout for a month. Last week’s career-high 6 targets led to 79 yards. Shaheed has now topped 50 yards in 5-of-6 games. Up next, the Saints host a Carolina defense that has allowed the third-most fantasy points to opposing wideouts. Greg Dortch (WR) Arizona Cardinals – Dortch has surpassed double-digit targets in three consecutive games. In Week 18, the Cardinals are big underdogs to San Francisco. That should be another recipe for plenty of passing and targets for Dortch. Joshua Kelley (RB) Los Angeles Chargers – Like the Giants, Los Angeles is already in the postseason tournament. That could lead to more opportunities for Kelley out of the backfield. Kelley has been quite effective all season. If it were announced that Austin Ekeler was to sit Week 18, Kelley would offer solid RB2 potential. Robert Woods (WR) Tennessee Titans – This is a de facto playoff game for the Titans. Woods led Tennessee in targets (9), and snaps (48) last Thursday. Jacksonville has also allowed the 13th most fantasy points to wide receivers. That puts Woods on the FLEX radar this week. Royce Freeman (RB) Houston Texans – Freeman again led Houston’s backfield in snaps (30.) However, Freeman hasn’t been particularly effective, averaging under 3 yards per carry in back-to-back tilts. That said, Freeman looks like a good bet for double-digit touches in a meaningless game in Indy. Colby Parkinson (TE) Seattle Seahawks – Stepping in for Will Dissly, Parkinson led Seattle’s right ends with an impressive 81% snap rate last week. Also, Parkinson hauled in 5-of-7 targets for 36 yards and a score. The Seahawks still have a shot at the playoffs and wrap up the regular season at home against the Rams. Corey Clement (RB) Arizona Cardinals – If James Conner (shin) misses Week 18, Clement will step in to take the majority of snaps for Arizona. However, Arizona does travel to San Francisco, so it’s a tough match. Still, opportunity is the name of the game. Chase Edmonds (RB) Denver Broncos – With Marlon Mack (hamstring) out, Edmonds logged a season-best 59% snap share versus the Chiefs. Edmonds also turned 10 touches into 73 yards. This is the second game in a row that Edmonds has surpassed 50 scrimmage yards since returning from IR. A meaningless finale against the Chargers could lead to another solid outing for Edmonds. DeeJay Dallas (RB) Seattle Seahawks – A week after accumulating 8 touches, Dallas played 38% of Seattle’s snaps. Dallas also turned 10 touches in 98 yards of offense in a must-win game. If that formula continues, Dallas offers RB3/4 values against a Rams’ defense that is ailing. Tyler Conklin (TE) New York Jets – The return of Mike White at QB paid immediate dividends for Conklin. This week, Conklin and the Jets conclude the season against a Miami defense that has yielded the third most fantasy points to tight ends. Jarrett Stidham (QB) Las Vegas Raiders – Stidham’s dismantling of the NFL’s top defense was one of the most surprising results from a wild Week 17. The 2019 fourth-rounder threw for 365 yards and three scores in the loss. He also tossed a pair of picks but far exceeded expectations. This week, Stidham gets a Kansas City defense that’s allowed the third-most fantasy points to QBs. Josh Dobbs (QB) Tennessee Titans – After his sold showing on Thursday, Dobbs was named Tennessee’s starter for the all-important finale. The winner of this game will host a playoff game next week so expect both squads to go all out. Sam Darnold (QB) Carolina Panthers – Over the past three weeks, Darnold has posted QB1 numbers. During the stretch, Darnold has produced four touchdowns and no interceptions. He’ll be on the streaming radar this week in New Orleans. Indianapolis Colts (DST) – The Texans haven’t totaled 300 yards of offense in three weeks or surpassed 215 passing yards since Week 10. Indianapolis should be able to end the Jeff Saturday experiment with a home win, making the Colts a stolid streaming option. Also, check out our Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Adds Week 17 or more
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