By Brandon (FFGeekBlog) on Tuesday, July 22, 2008. Comment on this post

Running Back Handcuff Index

After participating in a few mock drafts to date, it became apparent that certain backup running backs are held to a higher standard than others. I figured it might be helpful to provide a list of all the starting running backs in the league, along with their primary backup. Also, I wanted to include how important it is to get their backup as a handcuff in your draft, or if you need to draft them at all. Below you can find my "Running back Handcuff Index", where I've grouped running backs into different levels (Very High to Very Low) of importance, in terms of making sure you draft their backup as an insurance policy. Please note that when I say "starter", I mean the player that is getting drafted earlier and should have the most fantasy impact on the season, not the player who has earned the ceremonial title. So here you go...

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By Brandon (FFGeekBlog) on Monday, June 23, 2008. Comment on this post

2008 Running Back Power Rankings

Power rankings for other positions

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By Brandon (FFGeekBlog) on Tuesday, June 10, 2008. Comment on this post

Cedric Benson waived by Chicago Bears

After his second alcohol related incident in a month, the Chicago Bears have parted ways with their "supposed to be a superstar" running back:

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