Fantasy Football Start 'Em Sit 'Em 2022 NFL Week 18: Running back rankings

Modified Jan 06, 2023 19:54 GMT

NFL Week 18 Fantasy Football Running Backs: Sit 'Em

Cordarrelle Patterson - Atlanta Falcons vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Atlanta Falcons RB Cordarrelle Patterson

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Cordarrelle Patterson appears to have been surpassed by Tyler Allgeier as the lead running back for the Atlanta Falcons. Allgeier is averaging 20 touches per game over the last three weeks, while Patterson is averaging 13 touches. The Falcons are even more likely to lean on their rookie in Week 18 as they look ahead to the 2023 NFL season.

Leonard Fournette - Tampa Bay Buccaneers vs. Atlanta Falcons

Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Leonard Fournette

Leonard Fournette should be completely avoided in Week 18 of the 2022 Fantasy Football season. This is also true for Tom Brady and all of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' usual starters, as they have nothing to play for this week. They have already clinched the fourth seed in the NFC Playoffs, making this week's game relatively meaningless. They will likely rest most of their key players.

Brian Robinson Jr. - Washington Commanders vs. Dallas Cowboys

Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr.

While Brian Robinson Jr. has apparently surpassed Antonio Gibson as the preferred running back for the Washington Commanders, he's an extremely risky option in Week 18 Fantasy Football. The Dallas Cowboys allow the second-fewest fantasy points per game to running backs. The Commanders are also giving rookie quarterback Sam Howell the first start of his career, so they may struggle to move the ball.