Josh Jacobs

Josh Jacobs enters the 2026 fantasy season as Green Bay’s clear lead back, and that role keeps him squarely in the RB1 conversation. Recent preseason outlooks still peg him as a high-volume option with strong touchdown upside, with projections ranging from rock-solid RB2 to borderline top-10 value depending on health and scoring format.

The biggest thing to watch is durability, not opportunity. Jacobs has dealt with a groin issue this August and missed practice time, but reports say it is not expected to be long-term, and he may return to practice soon. That makes him a player to monitor closely in late August, though the concern right now appears more about limited camp reps than a season-altering setback.

If he is healthy, the fantasy case is straightforward: volume, goal-line work, and a Packers offense that should keep him busy near the stripe. One recent projection had him around 273 rushing attempts, 35 catches, and nearly 12 rushing touchdowns, which is exactly the kind of profile that can win leagues if it holds. He is also still viewed as mostly unthreatened by the rest of Green Bay’s backfield, which boosts his weekly floor.

The final verdict is that Jacobs should be drafted as a strong RB2 with RB1 upside, especially in formats that reward touchdowns and workhorse usage. If the groin issue stays minor, he profiles as one of the steadier backs in the middle rounds, but managers should be ready for a small discount if they want to bake in some injury risk.