Oakland Raiders running back Josh Jacobs is looking more like a professional at camp by the day. The first-round rookie experienced the gruel of a tough camp with the Alabama Crimson Tide, and said the NFL camp is easier than I thought. The Raiders drafted Jacobs in the first round hopeful that he could become an every-down back for them. Hes displayed the ability to run, and has also improved as a pass-catcher, where he may lose work with Jalen Richard still in the mix. Jacobs is working extr[...]

Oakland Raiders head coach Jon Gruden reiterated Friday that Josh Jacobs will not simply be handed the starting duties as the teams lead running back. He comes into camp as the odds-on favorite but Gruden stated that he has to be one tough guy and do it down after down when you are tired. From a fantasy perspective, wed like to see him not only earn the starting role but be an every-down back. Veteran Doug Martin will challenge Jacobs for reps, and Jalen Richard figures to contribute primari[...]

Rookie running backs can be extremely popular. However, while everyone is looking at Josh Jacobs vs.Miles Sanders or David Montgomery, let us instead look at some players further down the line when it comes to your fantasy drafts.[...]

Dynasty is a young mans game. Not for the age of the participant, but the age of the players you want on your team.Especially at the running back position, it is imperative to find the young stud. Frank Gore notwithstanding, the typical RB hits a wall at age 30. The shelf life for a running back is far less than it is for a quarterback or wide receiver. [...]

In our new weekly feature in collaboration withInside Injuries,we take a comprehensive preseason look into major injuries and their Fantasy Football implications.The medical team atInside Injuriesbreaks down each players outlook from physical perspectives. RotoBaller then provides in-depth fantasy recommendations based on the impact of every injury breakdown. Its an unrivaled combination of medical and fantasy expertise, designed to help you gain a true advantage as you prepare for your 2019 dra[...]

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As training camp approaches for the Oakland Raiders, running back Josh Jacobs may be the player that the team needs the most to help balance the offense in 2019. Drafted as the first RB off the board in April's draft at 24th overall, the Raiders are hopeful that Jacobs can maintain the role as the team's bonafide number one back. He'll enter training camp as the leader on the depth chart with Doug Martin, Jalen Richard, and Deandre [...]

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This year's rookie class didn't feature an undisputed 1.01 player like 2018 did with Penn State running back Saquon Barkley, who was a unique talent who led to people selling their entire dynasty teams and possibly their firstborn child to draft him. That paid off, but this year doesn't feature someone you should go all out for.It does feature some good players, though, and three running backs who can make an argument for being the first back taken. If you are in the position to have one of the [...]