In a span of 20 years, the running back position has changed dramatically. In 2003, there were 14 running backs who eclipsed 1,200 yards rushing, but in 2023 there was only one, Christian McCaffrey. In addition to being a workhorse running back, McCaffrey caught 67 passes for 564 yards and seven touchdowns last season, but he's a true unicorn when it comes to running backs in the 2024 Fantasy football RB rankings. Having a reliable set of 2024 Fantasy football rankings can ensure you're able to build depth at running back and every other position.
With 2024 Fantasy football draft prep already here, you'll want to prepare yourselves for runs at running back and every other position. If you're looking for 2024 Fantasy football advice, be sure to check out the 2024 Fantasy football cheat sheets from the proven computer model at SportsLine.
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The model is powered by the same people who generated projections for all three major Fantasy sites, and it beat human experts last season when there was a big difference in ranking. The 2024 Fantasy football PPR rankings and 2024 Fantasy football standard projections update multiple times daily, so you're always getting the best Fantasy football advice and the latest Fantasy football tiers.
Now, SportsLine has simulated the entire NFL season 10,000 times and released its latest Fantasy football cheat sheets 2024 and draft advice, along with its top Fantasy QB, WR, RB and TE picks.Head to SportsLine now to see them.
Top 2024 Fantasy football QB rankings
Here's a look at SportsLine's top three 2024 Fantasy football QB picks:
1. Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills: First, first, second, first -- that's where Allen has ranked in positional Fantasy points over each of the last four seasons. Now with a new cast of receivers surrounding him, Buffalo seems content putting even more of its offense on Allen's arm and legs, which means 2024 could be his best Fantasy season yet.
2. Jalen Hurts, Philadelphia Eagles: Hurts regressed in many people's eyes last year but still finished with the second-most Fantasy points amongst quarterbacks. He set career highs in passing yards, passing TDs and rushing TDs in his "down" year, and it's his ability on the ground which gives him a high Fantasy floor. With 15 rushing scores a year ago, Hurts is the only QB in NFL history with three straight seasons of 10-plus rushing touchdowns.
3. Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs: Kansas City pass catchers led the NFL in drops (44) last year, while having the second-lowest average depth of target (6.2) in the league. Even with arguably the worst group of WRs in the league, Mahomes led the NFL in pass attempts per game. So, one can only imagine what that type of volume could lead to in 2024 after the team upgraded its wide receivers room with first-round rookie Xavier Worthy and free agent signee Marquise Brown.See more top QBs here.
Top 2024 Fantasy football RB rankings
Here's a look at SportsLine's top three 2024 Fantasy football RB picks:
1. Christian McCaffrey, San Francisco 49ers: Injuries have been the only thing that have really held McCaffrey back during his NFL career, and he is coming off an RB1 Fantasy finish last year. He averaged more than 20 touches and 126 total yards per game, filling up the stat sheet with rushing yards and receiving yards. McCaffrey is in line for another huge season, making him the obvious choice as the RB1.
2. Breece Hall, New York Jets: Hall is coming off a strong second season, finishing as the RB6 in Fantasy points per game. He racked up 299 touches and 1,585 total yards, with his usage rate spiking from Weeks 5-18. Hall led all running backs in targets, receiving yards and receptions, making him a versatile back who can take another step forward this season.
3. Saquon Barkley, Philadelphia Eagles: Barkley finds himself in a better situation this year as he moves from New York to Philadelphia, joining one of the league's best offenses. He should take some of the goal-line dives away from quarterback Jalen Hurts, and he is an every-down back who is only 27 years old. Barkley ranked 17th in explosive run rate last year, so his owners can expect some big plays and increased scoring opportunities in an improved offense.See more top RBs here.
Top 2024 Fantasy football WR rankings
Here's a look at SportsLine's top three 2024 Fantasy football WR picks:
1. CeeDee Lamb, Dallas Cowboys: He's four years into his career and he's eclipsed his previous seasons receiving numbers (receptions, yards and touchdowns) in every year. That culminated in a monster 2023 season with 135 catches for 1,749 yards and 12 touchdowns and he also added 113 yards and two scores as a rusher. He dominates target share in an aggressive passing offense and he'll be a worthwhile first-round pick in 2024.
2. Tyreek Hill, Miami Dolphins: Hill spent six seasons in Kansas City and played with arguably the greatest quarterback of this generation in Patrick Mahomes. However, he erased any fears that his production was Mahomes-related by putting up 1,700 yards or more in each of his two seasons in Miami. He led the NFL in receiving yards (1,799) and receiving touchdowns (13) last season and he'll be a gigantic part of Mike McDaniel's offense.
3. Amon-Ra St. Brown, Detroit Lions: He can name every single wide receiver who was selected before him after being drafted in the fourth round of the 2021 NFL Draft and he plays with that chip on his shoulder. He played through multiple injuries last season and still managed 119 catches for 1,515 yards and 10 touchdowns and the Detroit offense certainly looks like one that will continue to produce in 2024.See more top WRs here.
Top 2024 Fantasy football TE rankings
Here's a look at SportsLine's top three 2024 Fantasy football TE picks:
1. Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs: Kelce's run of seven straight seasons with 1,000 or more receiving yards came to an end in 2023, but the future Hall of Famer was still among the most productive fantasy tight ends in the league. The 34-year-old caught 93 passes for 984 yards and five touchdowns last season, which was a step back for him, but still enough for him to be a top-three tight end when it was all said and done. Of all the tight ends in the NFL, Kelce is in arguably the best situation from both schematic and quarterback perspectives.
2. Sam LaPorta, Detroit Lions: LaPorta burst onto the fantasy football scene as a rookie in 2023, catching 86 passes for 889 yards and 10 touchdowns. Year two should bring more familiarity with the Lions' system and quarterback Jared Goff for LaPorta. The former Iowa standout also has the benefit of playing in an offense that features playmakers Amon-Ra St. Brown and Jahmyr Gibbs, who will attract plenty of attention from opposing defenses.
3. Mark Andrews, Baltimore Ravens: Andrews was on pace to have one of the best years of his career in 2023 before an ankle injury ended his season prematurely. In 10 games, the former Oklahoma standout caught 45 passes for 544 yards and six touchdowns. Andrews is set to enter the 2024 season completely healthy and will be looking to reclaim his status as the No. 1 target for reigning NFL MVP Lamar Jackson.See more top TEs here.
How to find proven 2024 Fantasy football rankings, advice
Now that you know who the top three at each position are, you'll want to see the full Fantasy football rankings 2024 and cheat sheets from SportsLine. The model has identified a stunner in the top 10 at running back, and knowing who it is can give you a huge edge in your league. Head to SportsLine now to get 2024 Fantasy football cheat sheets.
So who should you target in your 2024 Fantasy football rankings? And which RB shocks the NFL with a top-10 performance? Visit SportsLine now to get 2024 Fantasy Football cheat sheets for every single position, all from the model that has a history of making league-winning calls, and find out.
