Fantasy Football Rankings: Top 10 backup running backs going into Week 11 Justin BooneNovember 12, 2025 at 4:15 AM 0 The running back position wasn't hit as hard by injuries last season, but we know how quickly things can change at one of the most physical positions in football. Fantasy football managers who stay prepared and know which backs are next in line for touches will always have an edge on the competition.
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Justin BooneNovember 12, 2025 at 4:15 AM
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The running back position wasn't hit as hard by injuries last season, but we know how quickly things can change at one of the most physical positions in football. Fantasy football managers who stay prepared and know which backs are next in line for touches will always have an edge on the competition.
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It's also important to understand which backups have a chance to rise up the depth chart based on talent, which ones are poised for a leading role when injuries strike and those who would max out as part of a less-appealing replacement committee.
Here's how I'm ranking the top backup running backs heading into Week 11 — based on their fantasy potential in 2025.
1. David Montgomery, Lions
Montgomery is coming off one of his busier games of the season with 16 touches, which he turned into 71 scrimmage yards, but it was only the second time this year where he played more than 45% of the Lions' snaps. Montgomery continues to be a TD-or-bust, low-end RB2/RB3 for fantasy, who would immediately vault back into RB1 territory if Gibbs were ever sidelined.
2. Zach Charbonnet, Seahawks
Charbonnet had his most productive rushing performance of the season in Week 10 with 14 carries for 83 yards and a touchdown despite playing just 37% of the snaps. Even in a complementary role, he continues to be fantasy relevant by visiting the end zone and is now up to six scores on the year. Charbonnet remains a TD-or-bust fantasy RB3 who would be a top-12 back if Kenneth Walker III were sidelined.
3. TreVeyon Henderson, Patriots
It took injuries to Rhamondre Stevenson and Antonio Gibson, but Henderson finally got an opportunity to spread his wings in the last few weeks, and the results have been impressive. The rookie has accumulated 75 yards, 87 yards and 150 yards in his last three outings, while scoring a pair of touchdowns in his most recent effort. At this rate, Henderson might not qualify for this column much longer since he might become the full-time starter even after Stevenson returns.
4. RJ Harvey, Broncos
J.K. Dobbins is getting a second opinion on a foot injury that could cause him to miss some time. If that occurs, Harvey would immediately be in the fantasy RB2 mix. Despite only seeing double-digit touches in one game this season, the rookie has topped 50 scrimmage yards in four different contests. Harvey has also become a regular in the end zone with five touchdowns over the last four weeks while playing a very clear change-of-pace role behind Dobbins.
5. Kyle Monangai, Bears
After breaking out with 94 yards and a score in Week 7 and 198 yards in Week 9, Monangai's playing time dropped back down to 38% of the snaps behind a healthy D'Andre Swift. Even so, Monangai saved his fantasy day with a touchdown. The rookie should be considered an upside RB3 who would flirt with RB1 numbers if Swift misses time again.
6. Blake Corum, Rams
Corum continues to be productive with his touches, topping 40 scrimmage yards in three straight outings while seeing 13 touches in each of those contests. The success of the Rams' offense makes him a borderline RB3/flex option in good matchups. He also carries more fantasy value thanks to being the No. 2 back in a Sean McVay system that tends to turn any starter into a quality fantasy option. While he's not a threat to Kyren Williams' top spot, Corum should be rostered in all fantasy leagues.
7. Tyler Allgeier, Falcons
Allgeier is a mainstay on this list as the unquestioned backup to superstar Bijan Robinson. Even in a supporting role, Allgeier has found a way to be productive for fantasy with six touchdowns in his past eight outings. The former 1,000-yard rusher continues to be a premier backup who offers flex value and would crush as a top-20 fantasy RB — if Robinson wasn't able to play for any reason.
8. Chuba Hubbard, Panthers
Rico Dowdle has firmly established himself as the lead back in Carolina, which has pushed Hubbard into an overqualified backup role. Unless Dowdle gets hurt or falters, Hubbard's fantasy value exists only as a one-injury away stash. He isn't seeing enough touches to be used as a flex option.
9. Brian Robinson Jr., 49ers
Unlike a lot of the other names on this list, Robinson doesn't offer much in terms of flex value. However, he's just one year removed from posting 1,101 scrimmage yards and nine total touchdowns, while finishing as the RB21 in fantasy points per game. Robinson would definitely produce as a top-20 fantasy RB in the Kyle Shanahan run game if Christian McCaffrey gets banged up.
10. Bhayshul Tuten, Jaguars
After emerging as the clear No. 2 back in Jacksonville following the Tank Bigsby trade, Tuten's role hasn't grown much. With Travis Etienne Jr. holding down the starting job, it's not leaving the door open for Tuten to carve out a bigger role. The rookie has looked the part as an impact player in his limited usage, but he's just a volatile flex option for fantasy who is one injury away from being a fantasy starter.
Just missed the top 10
Rachaad White, Buccaneers
Tank Bigsby, Eagles
Tyjae Spears, Titans
Ray Davis, Bills
Backups turned temporary starters with RB2/RB3 value
Kimani Vidal, Chargers
Kareem Hunt, Chiefs
Backups with RB3/Flex potential
Emari Demercado, Cardinals
Devin Singletary, Giants
Jordan Mason, Vikings
Nick Chubb, Texans
Sean Tucker, Buccaneers
Bam Knight, Cardinals
Isaiah Davis, Jets
Kenneth Gainwell, Steelers
Brashard Smith, Chiefs
Rookie backups to stash
Dylan Sampson, Browns
Devin Neal, Saints
Backups with Flex potential
Chris Rodriguez Jr., Commanders
Emanuel Wilson, Packers
Ollie Gordon II, Dolphins
Keaton Mitchell, Ravens
Jeremy McNichols, Commanders
Backups with injuries
Samaje Perine, Bengals
MarShawn Lloyd, Packers
Braelon Allen, Jets
Backups to stash in deep leagues
Kaleb Johnson, Steelers
Justice Hill, Ravens
Ameer Abdullah, Colts
Ty Johnson, BIlls
Tyler Badie, Broncos
Will Shipley, Eagles
Tahj Brooks, Bengals
Jaylen Wright, Dolphins
Isaac Guerendo, 49ers
Jarquez Hunter, Rams
Trevor Etienne, Panthers
Raheem Mostert, Raiders
LeQuint Allen Jr., Jaguars
Chris Brooks, Packers
Phil Mafah, Cowboys
Source: "AOL Sports"
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Published: November 11, 2025 at 09:27PM on Source: MARIO MAG
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