Fantasy Football: Top 15 Running Backs to Target in 2018

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JACKSONVILLE, FL – AUGUST 09: Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette (27) runs with the ball during the game between the New Orleans Saints and the Jacksonville Jaguars on August 9, 2018 at TIAA Bank Field in Jacksonville, Fl. (Photo by David Rosenblum/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) /

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette

Leonard Fournette seems to be a running back that is flying under the radar this season. Coming off of a good rookie season with 1,040 yards in only 13 games and another 302 through the air, Fourette looks like a second-year running back that could really take charge in 2018 for the Jacksonville Jaguars.

While Fournette had a few bad games last season, he only missed double-digit points three times out of his 13 games. Consistency was something that Fournette showed last season and should be considered when looking to draft a running back this year for fantasy owners.

Losing 10-15 pounds this offseason, Fournette should be in better shape entering the 2018 season. Considering the Jaguars just extended quarterback Blake Bortles this offseason, they will need a strong running attack if this offense wants to move the ball.

If Fournette can stay healthy for the entire season, he could easily beat his rushing yards from a season ago. It would also give him the opportunity to increase his touchdowns from last season which he had nine. Look for Fournette to be a strong contributor in the red zone. While he’s not the dual threat that you necessarily want in a running back just yet, his goal-line carries could make up for his lack of efficiency in the passing game. Remember, Blake Bortles.

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