Fantasy Football Rankings: Hayden Winks' RB Blueprint for Week 2

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Fantasy Football Rankings: Hayden Winks Unveils RB Blueprint for Week 2

Hayden Winks has released his RB Blueprint for Week 2 of the 2026 fantasy football season. Winks will provide additional running back analysis on Friday.

1. Jahmyr Gibbs (at BUF) is projected to accumulate 124.5 total yards. The Lions face the Bills on a short week, where David Montgomery and Woody Marks recently struggled against the same opponents.

2. Bijan Robinson (vs. CAR) is expected to gain 127.5 total yards. The Panthers were sacked by D Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai in the previous game, and star LG Chris Lindstrom is currently in the concussion protocol.

3. Christian McCaffrey (vs. MIA) is projected to rack up 102.5 total yards. The 49ers have Black and Mendoza rotating in Week 1, with McCaffrey handling most late-down snaps. He still managed 14.6 expected half-PPR points despite the rotation.

4. Derrick Henry (vs. NO) is on track to be a top-5 running back. In 33 games with Lamar Jackson since 2024, Henry has an 18-106-0.94 rushing line as the RB5 in half-PPR. The Saints projected for 29.5 points at home.

5. Kenneth Walker III (vs. IND) is a potential league winner. Walker's 21.3 expected half-PPR points put him at RB3 overall, reminiscent of LeSean McCoy, Jamal Charles, and Brian Westbrook. The Colts allow 150.5 rushing yards per game on average, making Walker a strong candidate.

6. Jonathan Taylor (at KC) is considered an RB1 on RB2 overall usage in half-PPR. Despite a difficult start against the Ravens, Taylor looked excellent on tape and was a top-eight back in fantasy points and usage. The Chiefs are projected for 26.5 points at home and have shown improvement in their offensive line.

7. Ashton Jeanty (at LAC) had a strong debut and is projected to accumulate 96.5 total yards. The Raiders offense is projected to be competent, making Jeanty a potential RB5 on RB2 overall usage.