As we prepare for the 2024 fantasy football season, identifying potential shooting stars and hidden gems is critical to gaining a competitive advantage. Our team of FeaturedPros analysts have compiled an exclusive list of running backs who will make a significant impact this year. From explosive rookies to understated veterans, discover the RBs who could be game-changing for your fantasy roster.

Breakouts at the running back

Brian Robinson Jr. (WAS)

“For me, it’s RB28 Brian Robinson Jr. There was a lot of talk about Austin Ekeler being signed this offseason as a potential competition for him. However, Robinson’s ability as a pass catcher has led me to believe Ekeler was signed not as competition, but more as a backup. Last season, he ran 212 routes, averaging 10.1 yards per reception and 1.72 yards per route run. Those kinds of receiving metrics, especially when catching passes is a proven way to score fantasy points at the position, make me believe Robinson is a much bigger threat in a three-down role than originally expected.”
– RManuelSports (Fantasy in pictures)

Devin Singletary (NYC)

“Devin Singletary at RB30 might surprise some people. Last season he finished as RB31 with 216 rushing attempts. In the two seasons before that he finished as RB24 (2022) & RB21 (2021) with fewer attempts. The Giants worked on building up the O-line (something they should have done when Barkley was with them). But Singletary has a chance to take the lead; people are excited about rookie Tyrone Tracy. Rightfully so, as Tracy was a former WR before becoming a RB. But having Tracy as a change of pace could benefit Singletary by giving him fewer opportunities, which leads to more wins! It’s helpful to know that Singletary has only had fewer than 30 receptions once in his career. In 2019, he had 29 receptions in his rookie year. You can draft Singletary for practically nothing, but his potential could make him a top-20 RB this season.”
– Miguel ‘SC’ Romero (Fantasy Football Universe)

“Devin Singletary is the name to keep an eye on. Ranked 30th among RBs in the consensus rankings, he’s ready to take on the role of the Giants’ RB1. Singletary’s efficiency may not be eye-catching, but what he lacks there he more than makes up for in opportunities. His established connection with Coach Daboll, dating back to their Buffalo days, gives him a significant edge. Right now, he’s behind Zack Moss, a player he’s already surpassed in Buffalo – Jaylen Warren, who splits time with Najee Harris, and Brian Robinson Jr. Remember, Singletary was a top-10 RB in fantasy points per game as of Week 10 of last season. With his track record under Daboll and a clear plan to take over 65% of the backfield workload, Singletary is poised for at least an RB2 season in 2024. Don’t underestimate him.”
– Chris Battistel (Fantasy in pictures)

Zack Moss (CIN)

“I’m not going to stop touting Zack Moss this offseason. As a Canadian, I love the hype surrounding London, Ontario’s Chase Brown. However, this is the classic situation where camp reports are overrated. Last season, Joe Mixon had 77.8% of the team’s runs inside the 20 (Derrick Henry was second at 67.9%). He also had the most touches inside the 5-yard line of any RB. On a team like the Bengals, that’s top-10 fantasy RB usage. Brown is great in the screen game and electric in space, but let’s not get too cute; Moss was the guy they brought in to replace Mixon. The cherry on top is that unlike Mixon, Moss is excellent at running out of the shotgun (which is what the Bengals primarily use). At RB29, I’m reaching for Moss in all my drafts.”
– Ellis Johnson (RotoBaller)

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