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2025 Week 15 RB Fantasy Rankings: Sleepers, Streamers, Busts

Published Dec. 9, 2025 2:30 p.m. ET

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It's Week 15 of the NFL campaign, and if you're searching for fantasy rankings -- specifically regarding RBs -- you're in luck! See the rankings below for the rest of the top projected running backs in fantasy football this week.

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Who are the top RBs to start for fantasy in Week 15 of the NFL season?

The top running backs to start in Week 15 feature a mix of elite every-week plays and backs with strong matchups. Christian McCaffrey is an automatic start. He is projected for 29.4 points against the Titans, who have struggled to slow top playmakers.

De’Von Achane is another strong option. He draws the Steelers, who have had trouble containing explosive running backs. Jahmyr Gibbs also ranks among the week’s best plays with a matchup against the Rams, who have been vulnerable to the run.

James Cook is firmly in the mix as he heads to New England. The Patriots have allowed steady production to opposing running backs, and Cook’s involvement as both a rusher and receiver keeps his floor high. Jonathan Taylor faces a tougher test against the Seahawks, but his recent form makes him a confident start. Saquon Barkley is also a top option at home against the Raiders.

Which fantasy RB sleepers should I stream for Week 15?

Breece Hall is one of the strongest options as the Jets face the Jaguars, a defense that has struggled against the run. Hall has produced steady numbers and could see increased usage against a Jacksonville front that has allowed big gains on the ground.

Bucky Irving is another quality sleeper for Tampa Bay at Atlanta. Irving has made a strong impression recently and offers flex appeal in deeper formats as his role in the Buccaneers offense continues to grow.

Derrick Henry is also worth consideration in deeper leagues. He draws a Bengals defense that has had trouble containing running backs, making this matchup far more favorable than some of his recent assignments.

These backs offer upside based on workload trends and defensive vulnerabilities, with Hall leading the streaming conversation.

Which running backs rank as fantasy Week 15 busts?

Kareem Hunt is a clear bust candidate against the Chargers, who have been stout against the run. Hunt is still splitting carries and has not shown reliable efficiency, which makes him a shaky start.

Tony Pollard is another fade as he faces a Bengals defense that has been strong at home and productive against opposing running backs. Pollard’s week-to-week inconsistency makes this matchup even more concerning. David Montgomery also lands in the avoid category with a matchup against the Rams, who have limited running backs throughout the season.

Additional backs to steer clear of include D’Andre Swift and Jonathan Taylor. Swift draws a Browns defense that consistently shuts down the run, and his own inconsistency adds to the risk. Taylor travels to Seattle for a matchup with a Seahawks defense that has been one of the toughest units for opposing running backs, and he has struggled in similar situations.

Week 15 RB Fantasy Football Rankings

Rank	Player	Matchup	Proj. Fantasy Pts. (PPR)	Proj. Fantasy Pts. (Standard)
1	Christian McCaffrey	49ers vs. Titans	29.4	23.2
2	De'Von Achane	Dolphins at Steelers	21.0	16.1
3	Jahmyr Gibbs	Lions at Rams	17.4	13.8
4	Jonathan Taylor	Colts at Seahawks	16.9	14.3
4	James Cook	Bills at Patriots	16.9	15.5
6	Saquon Barkley	Eagles vs. Raiders	16.6	14.1
7	Bijan Robinson	Falcons at Buccaneers	16.5	14.1
8	Chase Brown	Bengals vs. Ravens	16.3	12.7
9	Josh Jacobs	Packers at Broncos	15.8	13.3
10	Derrick Henry	Ravens at Bengals	15.4	14.3
11	Breece Hall	Jets at Jaguars	15.0	12.3
11	Kyren Williams	Rams vs. Lions	15.0	12.9
13	Ashton Jeanty	Raiders at Eagles	14.8	11.6
14	Tyrone Tracy Jr.	Giants vs. Commanders	14.5	12.2
15	Woody Marks	Texans vs. Cardinals	14.3	11.9
15	Javonte Williams	Cowboys vs. Vikings	14.3	12.2
17	Quinshon Judkins	Browns at Bears	13.8	11.9
18	TreVeyon Henderson	Patriots vs. Bills	13.5	11.3
18	Bucky Irving	Buccaneers vs. Falcons	13.5	11.6
20	Rico Dowdle	Panthers at Saints	13.0	11.6
21	Kenneth Walker III	Seahawks vs. Colts	12.8	11.2
21	David Montgomery	Lions at Rams	12.8	10.2
23	D'Andre Swift	Bears vs. Browns	12.6	10.8
23	Travis Etienne	Jaguars vs. Jets	12.6	10.6
25	Jaylen Warren	Steelers vs. Dolphins	12.4	10.2
26	Kenneth Gainwell	Steelers vs. Dolphins	12.3	9.4
27	Tony Pollard	Titans at 49ers	11.4	9.3
28	RJ Harvey	Broncos vs. Packers	11.0	8.7
29	Omarion Hampton	Chargers at Chiefs	10.9	8.9
30	Aaron Jones	Vikings at Cowboys	10.6	8.6
31	Kareem Hunt	Chiefs vs. Chargers	10.1	8.4
32	Bam Knight	Cardinals at Texans	9.2	7.2
33	Zach Charbonnet	Seahawks vs. Colts	9.0	8.3
34	Alvin Kamara	Saints vs. Panthers	8.8	6.9
35	Devin Neal	Saints vs. Panthers	8.6	7.2
35	Tyjae Spears	Titans at 49ers	8.6	6.0
37	Kyle Monangai	Bears vs. Browns	8.3	7.7
38	Devin Singletary	Giants vs. Commanders	8.2	6.8
39	Jordan Mason	Vikings at Cowboys	8.1	7.2
40	Rachaad White	Buccaneers vs. Falcons	7.9	5.9
41	Chuba Hubbard	Panthers at Saints	7.4	6.3
42	Nick Chubb	Texans vs. Cardinals	7.3	6.5
43	Blake Corum	Rams vs. Lions	7.1	6.2
44	Chris Rodriguez Jr.	Commanders at Giants	6.6	6.3
44	Emanuel Wilson	Packers at Broncos	6.6	5.5
46	Bhayshul Tuten	Jaguars vs. Jets	6.5	5.7
47	Michael Carter	Cardinals at Texans	6.4	4.7
48	Jacory Croskey-Merritt	Commanders at Giants	6.2	5.8
49	Isiah Pacheco	Chiefs vs. Chargers	6.0	5.2
50	Kimani Vidal	Chargers at Chiefs	5.7	4.7
50	Rhamondre Stevenson	Patriots vs. Bills	5.7	4.7
52	Dylan Sampson	Browns at Bears	5.6	3.9
53	Isaiah Davis	Jets at Jaguars	5.5	4.1
1	Kyle Juszczyk	49ers vs. Titans	4.8	3.0
54	Brian Robinson Jr.	49ers vs. Titans	4.4	3.9
55	Emari Demercado	Cardinals at Texans	3.9	3.4
56	Jeremy McNichols	Commanders at Giants	3.7	2.4
56	Tyler Allgeier	Falcons at Buccaneers	3.7	3.4
58	Jaleel McLaughlin	Broncos vs. Packers	3.6	3.1
59	LeQuint Allen	Jaguars vs. Jets	3.1	2.4