Week 3 Running Back Tiers

Breaking down this week's running back tiers to help guide your starting lineup decisions.

Sigmund Bloom's Week 3 Running Back Tiers Sigmund Bloom Published 09/18/2025

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Other Tiers: Quarterbacks | Running Backs | Wide Receivers | Tight Ends

ELITE RB1

Bijan Robinson (at CAR)
Christian McCaffrey (vs ARI)
Jonathan Taylor (at TEN)
Saquon Barkley (vs LAR)

HIGH CEILING RB1

Derrick Henry (vs DET)
Jahmyr Gibbs (at BAL)
De'Von Achane (at BUF) **Thursday**

HIGH FLOOR RB1

Bucky Irving (vs NYJ)
Jordan Mason (vs CIN)
James Cook (vs MIA) **Thursday**
Javonte Williams (at CHI)
Josh Jacobs (at CLE)

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