{
  "id": 6374085,
  "title": "Fantasy Football RB PPR Rankings Week 1: Who to start, best sleepers, top busts",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/fantasy-football-rb-ppr-rankings-week-1-who-to-start-best-sleepers",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-09T02:51:37.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/fantasy-football-rb-ppr-rankings-025137258.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The 2026 fantasy football season has begun, and running back selections in PPR leagues can greatly impact Week 1 success. Factors such as receiving opportunities, touchdown potential, offensive environment, and matchups are crucial when choosing running backs.\n\nSeveral notable situations are worth watching. New England's starting running back TreVeyon Henderson is out for their first game, creating an opportunity for Rhamondre Stevenson to get more carrying duties. However, matchups against Seattle present challenges for Stevenson, despite the increased touches and receiving potential.\n\nIn Jacksonville, Quinshon Judkins faces significant challenges due to the Jaguars' weak defense against opposing running backs last season. Additionally, Cleveland's uncertain quarterback situation adds uncertainty to Judkins' Week 1 performance.\n\nIn Denver, Dobbins should be approached with caution due to his matchup against Kansas City, where Denver might struggle to generate consistent rushing lanes. Another concern at the Broncos' backfield is RJ Harvey's presence.",
  "summary": "See how The Sporting News ranks fantasy running backs for opening-week PPR lineups.",
  "key_points": [
    "TreVeyon Henderson out for New England's Week 1, opening opportunity for Rhamondre Stevenson",
    "Quinshon Judkins faces challenges in Jacksonville's weak defense against opposing RBs",
    "Denver's Dobbins approached with caution due to Kansas City matchup and RJ Harvey presence"
  ],
  "editors_take": "This week's running back rankings in PPR leagues are marked by emerging opportunities for some players, but also challenging matchups and uncertain team situations that could impact their performance.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Fantasy Football Kicker Rankings Week 1: Who to start, best sleepers, top busts",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/09/fantasy-football-kicker-rankings-week-1-who-to-start-best-sleepers",
        "published": "2026-09-09T04:31:14.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}