Fantasy Football Week 4 Start 'Em & Sit 'Em Running Backs: Rookie RBs Judkins and Skattebo on the rise

Things are looking up for the rookie running backs heading into Week 4, and we might be able to call Omarion Hampton, Cam Skattebo, and Quinshon Judkins must-start Fantasy options in the near future. And TreVeyon Henderson might not be far behind.

Najee Harris (Achilles) was unfortunately lost for the season in Week 3 against Denver, which allowed Hampton to showcase his skills. He should be considered a starting Fantasy running back in Week 4 at the Giants, which you can read about below.

Skattebo also benefits due to an injury since Tyrone Tracy Jr. (shoulder) could miss 2-4 weeks after he was hurt in Week 3 against the Chiefs. Skattebo had a standout game against Kansas City, and we’ll see if he can build off that performance in Week 4 against the Chargers. I like Skattebo as a sleeper this week.

Judkins started his first NFL game in Week 3 against Green Bay, and he dominated for the Browns with 18 carries for 94 yards and a touchdown, and one catch for 1 yard on one target. I didn’t write about Judkins below, but I would start him as a No. 2 Fantasy running back in all leagues at Detroit.

As for Henderson, he could see a boost in playing time after Rhamondre Stevenson (two) and Antonio Gibson combined for three fumbles in Week 3 against Pittsburgh. We don’t know how the Patriots will use their backfield in Week 4 against Carolina, but I like Henderson as a flex option given the potential uptick in touches.

Some other rookie running backs are on the rise, including Bhayshul Tuten, Ollie Gordon II, and Woody Marks. I also think this could be the breakout week for Ashton Jeanty, who has a favorable matchup at home against the Bears.

Unfortunately, we have to remain patient with RJ Harvey, who continues to play in a secondary role behind J.K. Dobbins. Just stash Harvey on your bench, but Dobbins should be considered a starting Fantasy option in all leagues in Week 4 against the Bengals.

And, as you’ll read about below, I would sit Jacory Croskey-Merritt in Week 4 at Atlanta. Not only do the Falcons have a tough run defense, but Washington might be using a messy committee in the backfield with Croskey-Merritt, Chris Rodriguez Jr., and Jeremy McNichols. For now, none of the Commanders are worth starting in the majority of leagues, and Croskey-Merritt is just a flex option at best.

Fantasy Football Week 4 Start ‘Em & Sit ‘Em Running Backs: Rookie RBs Judkins and Skattebo on the rise

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