PFF ranks Bijan Robinson No. 1, Jahmyr Gibbs No. 2 among 2026 starting backs

Robinson leads all backs in PFF WAR since 2024

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 281 min read

1. Bijan Robinson 2. Jahmyr Gibbs 3. ?? 4. ?? Ranking EVERY Starting RB Ahead of the 2026 Season⬇️ https://t.co/LGDciP Via @PFF on X

What happened: PFF evaluated 32 projected starters using career production, rushing and receiving work, and advanced metrics. The assessment

Why it matters: The order differs from PFF's current PPR board, which places Gibbs ahead of Robinson. That split highlights the distinction between overall player evaluation and fantasy projection.

By the numbers: Robinson has forced 204 missed tackles and gained 1,738 receiving yards since 2023. Gibbs has recorded 39 rushing touchdowns and 95 explosive runs over the same span.

What to watch: Training-camp workloads will offer the next evidence for how both backs enter the 2026 season.

Sources

@PFF 2026-07-28T03:58:58.712554+00:00

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