Four Running Backs to Avoid in Week 9 Fantasy Lineups

The Week 9 fantasy advice identifies four running backs to leave out of starting lineups: Green Bay’s Josh Jacobs, Las Vegas’ Ashton Jeanty, the New York Jets’ Breece Hall and Minnesota’s Aaron Jones. The concerns range from a tough opponent to limited or unsettled workloads.

Jacobs had 21 carries for 39 yards against Carolina in Week 8 and added six catches for 13 yards. Two touchdowns made the fantasy result more useful, but the preview warns that his low yardage could become costly if he does not score against New England. The Patriots rank among the five most generous teams for running back fantasy scoring this season.

Jeanty received only two carries in Week 8, and the preview says he has lost the Raiders’ goal-line role. A 45-yard reception helped his output, but the advice is to wait for a substantial change in usage before considering him.

Hall’s possible return leaves uncertainty about how the Jets will divide work between him and Braelon Allen. Both are viewed as difficult starts against Kansas City until their roles become clearer.

For Minnesota, the preview advises avoiding the backfield despite a favorable matchup with Buffalo, which ranks fourth in fantasy points allowed to running backs this season. If forced to choose, it favors Jordan Mason over Jones. A trade for Jonathan Taylor is mentioned as a possible change to the situation.