Running backs often serve as the driving force behind fantasy football draft strategies. Should you secure two elite backs right out of the gate? Or should you pass on them in the early rounds and load up on mid-round options using a Zero RB approach ?

The Hero RB strategy has emerged as a popular middle ground, aiming to balance the risk of investing heavily in a top-tier running back with the potential reward of snagging valuable mid-to-late round options. Below is a detailed breakdown of this approach, along with examples of players who fit the strategy that you can target this season — whether you’re playing in re-draft leagues on Yahoo Sports or drafting in Underdog Best Ball formats.

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