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Week 14 brings the final, pressure-packed chapter of the regular season for most fantasy football leagues. Every lineup decision obviously matters. One wrong move could end months of work. One savvy substitution could punch your ticket to the playoffs. With four bye-week teams (New England, San Francisco, Carolina, New York) and injuries sidelining several fantasy-relevant backs, the running back landscape thins out at the worst possible time. Fortunately, there are still clear top-end options and sneaky high-upside sleepers available. Let’s break down the top running backs to trust and the Week 14 sleepers who could swing your matchup in dramatic fashion.
Below are the top running backs for Week 14 and the sleepers who could swing your matchup at the margins.
Few running backs in the league have been as electric as De’Von Achane. The Dolphins leaned heavily on him in Week 13. He responded with a dominant 22 carries for 134 yards and a touchdown. Achane did nearly all of Miami’s offensive heavy lifting in a narrow win over New Orleans. His trademark explosiveness returned in full, highlighted by a 29-yard touchdown run that showcased his breakaway speed.
With 10 all-purpose touchdowns in 12 games, Achane remains a locked-in RB1 regardless of matchup. Even facing a tough Jets defense, his usage and efficiency make him virtually matchup-proof.
Bijan Robinson delivered one of his most complete performances of the season in Week 13. He piled up 142 rushing yards and a touchdown. He also added 5 receptions for 51 yards. His 23 carries were a season high. Robinson’s involvement in the passing game once again elevated his floor in PPR formats.
Sure, Tyler Allgeier stole a touchdown. However, Robinson’s near-200-yard performance signals he’s peaking at exactly the right time for fantasy football managers. Even in a middling Falcons offense, Robinson’s talent eclipses any situational concerns.
Chase Brown has become one of the most pleasant surprises of the fantasy football season. In Week 13, he put up 78 rushing yards and 35 receiving yards on seven catches. That marked his sixth straight game with 100-plus scrimmage yards.
Against Buffalo, Brown should again see a steady workload. The Bengals will rely on him to keep defenses honest for Joe Burrow. Brown remains a high-floor RB2 with consistent RB1 upside. This is especially true in PPR formats where his passing-game involvement continues to shine.
Fantasy football managers got a scare when Kyren Williams briefly exited Week 13 with an ankle injury. He returned, though, and handled 67 percent of snaps. Williams still delivered a 13-72-1 rushing line. That’s as encouraging a workload signal as any heading into Week 14.
With head coach Sean McVay confirming Williams’ ankle is “feeling pretty good,” he looks poised to play a full role against Arizona. Blake...
