While many consider both the wide receiver and quarterback prospects less than desirable in this draft, the running back position is as deep and talented as ever. We could see as many as three backs hear their name called on Day 1 for the first time since 2018 (Saquon Barkley, Rashaad Penny, and Sony Michel).With that said, and the 2025 NFL Draft quickly approaching, check out my top 10 rookie running backs for 2025.But first, for a deeper dive into dynasty strategy, rankings, and trade tactics,...

BALLER MOVE: Add in 14+ Team LeaguesROSTERED IN: 1% of LeaguesANALYSIS: Originally drafted by the Denver Broncos in 2018, Royce Freeman has stuck around the NFL. This year, he began the season on the Los Angeles Rams' practice squad after the retirement of Sony Michel. Injuries to Kyren Williams (ankle) and Ronnie Rivers (knee) have him back on the fantasy radar in 2023.Rookie sixth-round pick Zach Evans appeared to be ready to get some touches in the Rams' backfield when Cam Akers was traded to...

Los Angeles Rams running back Sony Michel informed head coach Sean McVay that he is retiring. Michel, taken in the first round of the 2018 NFL Draft, has appeared in 65 games for the Patriots, Rams, and Chargers, totaling 3,243 rushing yards and 20 touchdowns. However, he saw most of his trips to the end zone occur in his first two seasons. The 28-year-old will end his career as a two-time Super Bowl champion. But Michel's retirement means even less competition for Cam Akers, who has a lock ...

The Los Angeles Rams have struggled to find a consistent running back since Todd Gurley's prime years. However, Cam Akers has flashed potential. The young running back was the 52nd overall pick in the 2020 NFL Draft.Unfortunately, the former Florida State star had an up-and-down rookie season. He had 145 rushing attempts for 625 yards and two touchdowns. However, Akers was outstanding during the playoffs. The rookie had 46 rushing attempts for 221 yards and two touchdowns in the team's two ...

Running back Sony Michel is signing with the Los Angeles Rams. Michel was cut in the preseason by the Miami Dolphins last year and then was let go by the Los Angeles Chargers last December. The 28-year-old was on the Rams roster during its Super Bowl 56 win, so he'll have familiarity with Sean McVay's system heading into 2023. Michel rushed 208 times for 845 yards and four touchdowns in 2021 with the Rams, adding 21 receptions for 128 yards and another score. Cam Akers should still be viewed as ...

Los Angeles Chargers running back Sony Michel was waived by the team on Friday, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. The 27-year-old signed with LA in August after a brief stint with the Dolphins. Yet, he wasn't productive during his tenure with the bolts, compiling only 106 yards off 36 carries in 10 appearances. Michel will likely find a new club at some point before the 2023-24 campaign. However, he's not expected to draw much interest on the fantasy end unless he gets routine work. In a ...

Los Angeles Chargers running back Sony Michel is a healthy scratch for Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders. It's his second consecutive absence. He has accrued just 106 rushing yards and 53 receiving yards through 10 games. Expect Michel to remain inactive as long as Austin Ekeler, Isaiah Spiller, and Joshua Kelley are healthy.

Los Angeles Chargers running back Sony Michel is a healthy scratch for Sunday's game against the Arizona Cardinals. The 27-year-old has been nothing special in his first year with the Bolts, accruing just 106 rushing yards and 53 receiving yards through 10 games. With Michel sidelined, the Chargers will deploy Isaiah Spiller and Joshua Kelley in depth roles behind Austin Ekeler this week.

Los Angeles Chargers running back Sony Michel surprisingly led the team in rushing attempts and yards in Week 3 and theoretically could produce against a struggling Houston Texans run defense in Week 4 if given the opportunity. Austin Ekeler has still been pacing the Chargers' backfield in terms of snaps and receiving usage, though, so Michel cannot be considered in starting fantasy lineups. He could be worth an addition to your bench if you have an open spot as he appears to be the primary ...

Los Angeles Chargers running back Sony Michel handled five rushing attempts for 22 yards and hauled in one of two targets for nine receiving yards in a 38-10 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Michel actually out-carried Austin Ekeler this week, but Ekeler was still the better fantasy option as he finished with eight receptions and 53 total yards. Both Michel and Joshua Kelley have received touches in all three games this season, but it was Michel who operated as the clear number two back on ...