Top 5 Early RBs for Fantasy Football 2025 (With a Bonus Pick!)

Early Fantasy Football RB rankings 2024

Top 5 Early RBs for Fantasy Football 2025

Hey, fantasy football fans! It’s never too early to talk about Fantasy Football Rankings 2025, and today we’re diving into the Top 5 Running Backs for 2025, plus a bonus RB you’ll want to keep on your radar. If you’re serious about winning, the RB position is critical—stacking your roster with the right workhorse can make or break your season.

Smash that thumbs-up, drop a comment on your top RB for 2025, and let’s get rolling. Here’s the Counselor’s ultra-early RB rankings, counting down from five to one, with an exciting sleeper at the end.

Breece Hall Has to step up in 2025! (Photo by Rich Graessle/Icon Sportswire)

5. Breece Hall (New York Jets)

• 2024 Fantasy Finish: RB15
• 2024 Attempts: 18th overall
• Why He’s Here: Breece Hall’s immense talent cannot be overlooked, even after a disappointing 2024. He was limited by a Jets offense that struggled all season, but Hall still showcased his explosiveness and ability to break off big plays. Now a year further removed from his ACL injury, Hall is primed for a bounce-back in 2025.

What to Watch: The Jets need serious offensive improvements. If they stabilize their QB situation and offensive line, Hall could return to the elite RB tier. While his draft price may remain high, he’s a player with massive upside for fantasy owners willing to gamble.

4. Kyren Williams (Los Angeles Rams)

• 2024 Fantasy Finish: Finished 7th
• Why He’s Here: Kyren Williams proved the doubters wrong in 2024, becoming the workhorse for the Rams. With elite volume and a versatile skillset, he’s a gritty, reliable RB who gets the job done. Even with concerns about the Rams’ offensive line, Williams remains the focal point of their attack.

What to Watch: Injuries are always a concern, but as long as Kyren stays healthy, he has little competition for touches. With Blake Corum sidelined, Williams’ value as a true bell cow is secure heading into 2025.

Top 5 RBs 2025(Photo by Kyle Ross/Icon Sportswire)

3. Saquon Barkley (New York Giants)

• 2024 Fantasy Finish: 2,000+ rushing yards, 13 TDs – Finished 2nd in fantasy football points among RBs
• Why He’s Here: Saquon Barkley had an incredible 2024, rushing for over 2,000 yards. While he just missed breaking the single-season rushing record, his dominance on the ground and through the air was undeniable.

Concerns: Can Saquon sustain this production? History shows RBs rarely replicate such historic seasons, and his health remains a question mark. While a slight regression is likely, Barkley’s elite workload and talent keep him in the top 5 conversation.

2. Jahmyr Gibbs (Detroit Lions)

• 2024 Fantasy Finish: RB1 in points
• Why He’s Here: Jahmyr Gibbs was unstoppable in 2024, racking up over 1,400 rushing yards, 500 receiving yards, and 18 total TDs. His versatility and explosiveness make him one of the best dual-threat RBs in the league.

Biggest Problem? David Montgomery. The Lions’ insistence on a committee approach hindered Gibbs’ true potential. Imagine the numbers Gibbs could post with full RB1 volume! Even with the committee concerns, his ceiling is sky-high for 2025.

1. Bijan Robinson (Atlanta Falcons)

• 2024 Fantasy Finish: RB3
• Why He’s Here: Bijan Robinson is the epitome of a workhorse. With over 300 carries and 1,400 rushing yards, he cemented himself as the centerpiece of the Falcons’ offense. He also contributed as a receiver, further solidifying his spot as the top RB for 2025.

What Makes Him Special: Unlike Gibbs, Bijan doesn’t face significant competition for touches. Tyler Allgeier has become a distant second option, and Bijan’s all-around game continues to elevate the Falcons’ offense.

Bonus Sleeper: Ashton Jeanty (Incoming Rookie)

• College Stats (2024): 2,601 rushing yards, nearly broke Barry Sanders’ college rushing record.
• Why He’s Exciting: Ashton Jeanty is one of the most exciting RB prospects entering the NFL in 2025. With elite vision, patience, and explosiveness, he’s ready to make an immediate impact. Depending on his landing spot, Jeanty could easily crack the top 10—perhaps even the top 5—of fantasy RB rankings.

Best Case Scenario: If Jeanty lands on a team like the Dallas Cowboys, with a strong offensive line and no RB committee, he could quickly become a fantasy superstar. He’s a must-watch prospect leading up to the NFL Draft. They better feed him and not put him in a committee.

Final Thoughts

The 2025 season promises to be thrilling for fantasy football fans, especially with such an exciting crop of running backs. Whether you’re drafting Bijan Robinson at 1.01, taking a shot on Jahmyr Gibbs’ upside, or betting on Breece Hall’s comeback, the RB position remains the backbone of any championship roster.

Drop a comment below! Who’s your top RB for 2025, and do you agree with the list?

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