Fantasy Football Start 'Em Sit 'Em 2022 NFL Week 9: Running back rankings

Week 9 Fantasy Football Running Backs: Sit 'Em

Darrell Henderson - Los Angeles Rams vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Los Angeles Rams RB Darrell Henderson

The Los Angeles Rams have been unable to find consistent production from their running back position. Cam Akers and Darrell Henderson have each had a shot at the leading role, but neither has helped the Rams improve on one of the worst rushing offenses in the NFL.

While Henderson will likely receive the largest share of the touches out of the backfield in Week 9, he should still be skipped in Fantasy Football. He has finished outside the top 40 PPR running backs in four of the last five weeks and faces the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' top-five fantasy rushing defense this week.

Michael Carter - New York Jets vs. Buffalo Bills

New York Jets RB Michael Carter

Michael Carter became a popular Fantasy Football target last week. He was promoted to the lead running back after Breece Hall suffered a season-ending injury. Despite the increased role, he finished with just his fourth-most fantasy points of the year.

Week 9 may be challenging for Carter as he faces off against the Buffalo Bills. They rank in the top five in fantasy points allowed to opposing running backs. Carter will also move back into a split role after the New York Jets acquired James Robinson.

Brian Robinson - Washington Commanders vs. Minnesota Vikings

Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson

While Brian Robinson is technically the starting running back for the Washington Commanders, he is involved in a time-sharing situation. The Commaders also utilize both of their other running backs as well, including Antonio Gibson and JD McKissic.

Robinson's inability to contribute in the passing game severely limits his upside in Fantasy Football. He has recorded just two total receptions this entire season. He also faces a difficult matchup in Week 9 against the Minnesota Vikings. They rank among the top ten in Fantasy Football points allowed to running backs.

Top 10 Fantasy Football Running Backs in Week 9

1. Austin Ekeler, Los Angeles Chargers vs. Atlanta Falcons
2. Derrick Henry, Tennessee Titans vs. Kansas City Chiefs
3. Aaron Jones, Green Bay Packers vs. Detroit Lions
4. Travis Etienne, Jacksonville Jaguars vs. Las Vegas Raiders
5. Alvin Kamara, New Orleans Saints vs. Baltimore Ravens
6. Kenneth Walker III, Seattle Seahawks vs. Arizona Cardinals
7. Josh Jacobs, Las Vegas Raiders vs. Jacksonville Jaguars
8. Miles Sanders, Philadelphia Eagles vs. Houston Texans
9. Dalvin Cook, Minnesota Vikings vs. Washington Commanders
10. Joe Mixon, Cincinnati Bengals vs. Carolina Panthers