Week 5 Fantasy Football Running Back Rankings

Running backs don't hold the same value they once did but they're still a big part of any fantasy football team. Here are the week 5 running back rankings.

Week 5 Fantasy Football Running Back Top Ten Rankings

1. Adrian Peterson-

A good bet for 100 yards or so against the Saints and a possible huge game candidate as well.

2. LaDainian Tomlinson-

Taking on Miami is always a good thing for a fantasy football running back.

3. Matt Forte-

...And facing the Lions is even better giving this rookie a good shot at 2 or more touchdowns in week 5.

4. Marion Barber-

The Bengals are bad all-around including in rush defense and the Cowboys will punch it in deep with Barber for two or more scores.

5. Earnest Graham-

Once a fantasy fill-in now a fantasy football star at the running back spot. Tampa Bay should be able to run it against Denver this week.

6. Brandon Jacobs-

Seattle has a solid defense but the Giants might shut them down on D giving Jacobs opportunities to score.

7. Clinton Portis-

The Redskins' offensive line is better this year and Philadelphia and Washington should compete in a close, grind-it-out kind of game. That means plenty of touches for Portis.

8. Joseph Addai-

Fantasy owners have been waiting for a big week from Addai. Week 5 might be it against Houston.

9. Reggie Bush-

The Vikings might shut down the traditional run game so the Saints will counter and get Bush the ball on swing passes for big yards.

10. Jonathan Stewart-

Kansas City will give up a good 24-35 points or so to Carolina and Stewart gets the goal line and red zone carries so be sure to start him.