Kyren Williams

Kyren Williams enters 2026 looking like one of the safest fantasy running backs to build around, especially in PPR formats. Recent reports still peg him as the Rams’ clear lead back, and fantasy outlets are treating him as a low-end RB1 or high-end RB2 with strong weekly volume expectations.

The biggest reason for optimism is that Los Angeles has shown no real sign of moving away from him. CBS Sports noted that Williams remained under contract through 2028 and that he out-touched Blake Corum in the Rams’ playoff games, which supports the idea that he still owns the top job heading into the season. His camp work has also been encouraging, with multiple reports saying he has looked sharp and even called his offseason focus a shift toward becoming more refined as a pure running back.

There is still some risk, but it is more about workload than role security. Fantasy analysts have pointed out that Corum’s presence could trim a few touches, yet Williams’ production held up well even when the backfield became less concentrated last year. That makes him a very dependable floor play, though probably not the kind of back who needs 25-plus touches every week to matter.

For 2026 fantasy drafts, Williams profiles as a strong target if you want an RB1 you can trust without paying the absolute top-tier premium. His current projection range across major fantasy sites sits around the low- to mid-RB1 area, with roughly 1,100 rushing yards, around 1,300 to 1,500 total yards, and double-digit touchdown upside if the Rams offense stays productive. The takeaway is simple: Williams remains a high-confidence pick in 2026, with volume, role, and team context all still working in his favor.