FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast on Saquon Barkley

Podcast2026 Fantasy Football RB Rankings & Tiers with Scott Pianowski | Best of the Fe...August 29, 2026

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Fitzy. I've got Barkley ranked higher. I just, my actuarial tables tell me to avoid that 33 year old running back.

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STACKED’s take

NeutralValue

Barkley is a top-tier second-round pick, though age concerns persist.

Saquon Barkley is ranked higher than Derrick Henry by Fitzy due to age-related actuarial concerns, though both are viewed as excellent second-round picks.

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Saquon BarkleyNegativeProjection

Source criticizes Falcons for prioritizing Barkley on non-contending team.

Yahoo Sports NFL

Saquon BarkleyNegativeProjection

2022 Giants comparison warns against investing in RB on non-contender.

Windy City Gridiron

Saquon BarkleyNegativeMatchup

Barkley has rushed for 146–150 yards in recent Commanders matchups; Washington's weak run defense remains a concern.

Hogs Haven

Saquon BarkleyPositiveMatchup

Barkley has averaged 36.5 rushing yards per game against Washington's weak run defense.

Yahoo Sports NFL

Saquon BarkleyPositiveMatchup

Barkley averages 103.1 yards, 1.2 TDs vs. Commanders; elite matchup.

Yahoo Sports NFL

Saquon BarkleyPositiveMatchup

Barkley averages 103.1 yards and 1.2 TDs per game vs. Commanders in career.

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