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After Year 7, the number of top RBs is cut in half, and even the percentage of Year 8 RBs that are still good enough to be around in the NFL sees a substantial dip. Year 8 RBs in 2026: Josh Jacobs, David Montgomery, Tony Pollard
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Year 8 cliff looms for Montgomery; only 0.62 Year 8 RBs average 15+ PPG since 2000.

Entering Year 8 in 2026, Montgomery faces significant historical headwinds. Since 2000, only 0.62 Year 8 RBs averaged 15+ PPR PPG per season, representing a substantial dip from the prime years (Years 3-7) when the number of top RBs is cut in half after Year 7. The source identifies Montgomery as one of only three Year 8 RBs in 2026.

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