Khalil Herbert fantasy football news and podcast insights

Herbert played 15 snaps with a 76.0 grade in the running back rotation, showing solid performance in limited action.

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Highest-graded 49ers on offense against the Chargers (PFF): • De'Zhaun Stribling: 88.5 👑 • KhaDarel Hodge: 84.7 • Khalil Herbert: 81.8 • Doug Kramer: 74.5 • Luke Farrell: 73.4

The source identifies Khalil Herbert as a preferred draft target over RJ Harvey, noting that Herbert is one of several players in the 7-8 turn range that the source would draft ahead of Harvey.

NegativeValueAug 21, 2026Fantasy Football Advice

49ers brought back running back Khalil Herbert on a one-year deal. Expected to see plenty of work in Week 2. In his most recent outing, Herbert logged 31 snaps (seven on special teams) with six carries for 18 yards, indicating continued involvement in the offense despite modest rushing production.

PositiveUsageAug 21, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Khalil Herbert was re-signed by the 49ers; roster move indicates continued opportunity with the team.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 21, 2026Windy City Gridiron

Herbert scored on a two-yard run for the 49ers after a lengthy 14-play, 74-yard touchdown drive in the third quarter.

PositiveUsageAug 21, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Herbert scored on a two-yard run for the 49ers in the third quarter, capping off a 14-play, 74-yard touchdown drive that was aided by a defensive holding flag in the end zone by the Chargers.

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Khalil Herbert takes it in for the touchdown

Re-signed by the 49ers after being cut earlier in the week to fill the roster spot vacated by Patrick Taylor Jr.'s placement on injured reserve. The 28-year-old veteran (sixth NFL season, 63 games, 31 starts) posted six carries for 18 yards and two catches for 35 yards in the preseason opening loss to Tennessee. Herbert will compete for the final running back spot against Isaac Guerendo and Sincere McCormick if Guerendo is activated off the Physically Unable to Perform List.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 20, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Herbert was brought back on a one-year deal as the corresponding move to Patrick Taylor Jr.'s IR placement. The source expects Herbert to see plenty of work in Week 2; he logged 31 snaps in his previous appearance (seven on special teams) with six carries for 18 yards, positioning him as a key contributor in the 49ers' RB rotation without Christian McCaffrey.

PositiveRoleAug 20, 2026Niners Nation

Khalil Herbert signed by the 49ers on a one-year deal as the corresponding move to Taylor Jr.'s IR placement. Herbert should see plenty of work in Week 2 preseason; he logged 31 snaps in his previous appearance with seven on special teams and six carries for 18 yards.

PositiveRoleAug 20, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The 49ers re-signed running back Khalil Herbert after cutting him earlier in the week. Herbert spent two weeks with the team before his release on Monday, then was brought back. He recorded six carries for 18 yards and two catches for 35 yards in last week's preseason game.

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The 49ers have signed RB Khalil Herbert to a 1-year deal, per @LombardiHimself

Ian Hartitz ranks Khalil Herbert as his RB6, noting that despite a knee injury, he is expected to be ready for Week 1; Hartitz highlights that when D'Andre Swift is absent, the Bears' backfield becomes the 'Khalil Herbert show,' citing his 74% snap rate and 29-touch performance against the Bengals last season.

PositiveRoleAug 19, 2026Fantasy Football with Ian Hartitz

Khalil Herbert, recently released by the San Francisco 49ers, is being advocated for as a signing target by the source. The Bengals previously traded for Herbert in 2024 when Zack Moss' injury thinned out depth at running back. The source notes that current depth behind Chase Brown and Samaje Perine isn't as strong as it should be, making Herbert a logical fit to address the position's depth concerns.

PositiveRoleAug 19, 2026Cincy Jungle

John Sheeran makes a case for the Bengals to add Khalil Herbert following his release by the San Francisco 49ers. Sheeran notes the Bengals previously traded for Herbert in 2024 when Zack Moss' injury created depth needs, and argues that current depth behind Chase Brown and Samaje Perine isn't as strong as it should be, making Herbert a potential target.

PositiveValueAug 19, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Running back Khalil Herbert released by the 49ers on Monday; his departure coincides with Kaelon Black's return from injury and signals the team's preference for Black in the backup running back role.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Released by the 49ers on Monday; the source directly attributes the release to Kaelon Black's return to practice, indicating Black's recovery eliminates the need for Herbert as a backup option.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 18, 2026Niners Nation

RB Khalil Herbert signed with the San Francisco 49ers at the beginning of August but was released after a couple of weeks of training camp and one preseason game where he had six carries for 18 yards, including nine yards after contact and one forced missed tackle. The Eagles previously had Herbert in for a tryout and may look to bring him back for additional RB depth amid injuries at the position.

NegativeRoleAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Khalil Herbert signed with the San Francisco 49ers at the beginning of August but was released after a couple of weeks of training camp and a preseason game. In his limited action, Herbert had six carries for 18 yards, including nine yards after contact and one forced missed tackle.

NegativeRoleAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Released by the 49ers after two weeks of training camp and one preseason game; recorded six carries for 18 yards (including nine yards after contact and one forced missed tackle) before being cut. The Eagles previously worked him out and may bring him back for depth at running back amid position injuries.

NegativeRoleAug 18, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

The 49ers released veteran running back Khalil Herbert, who was the team's leading rusher during preseason week 1 (six carries for 18 yards, two catches for 35 yards), signaling the team's confidence in Christian McCaffrey's health and reducing Herbert's roster standing.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

The 49ers releasing Khalil Herbert is viewed by the source as a positive sign regarding the health status of teammates Kayn Black and Jordan James, suggesting the team feels comfortable with their remaining depth.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 17, 2026Flock Fantasy

The 49ers released running back Khalil Herbert after signing him Aug. 2, indicating a depth chart move away from Herbert in San Francisco's backfield.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Herbert was released by the 49ers to make room for the signings of Victor Dimukeje and Nick Zakelj.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Herbert was released by the 49ers after signing two weeks prior, indicating the team is satisfied with their running back health and depth; he would have been buried deep on the depth chart if other roster running backs remained healthy, despite recording six carries for 18 yards and two catches for 35 yards in preseason action.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Released by the 49ers after signing at the beginning of August and appearing in one preseason game with six carries for 18 yards (including nine yards after contact and one forced missed tackle). The release signals Christian McCaffrey may return to practice this week after missing time due to muscle tightness.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 17, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Herbert signed with the 49ers at the beginning of August but was released after a couple of weeks of training camp and one preseason game in which he had six carries for 18 yards, including nine yards after contact and one forced missed tackle; his release opens the backfield for healthier options.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 17, 2026Niners Nation

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The 49ers are releasing RB Khalil Herbert, per @AdamSchefter

Herbert is on JJ Zachariason's 'live ticket' of league-winning running backs, meeting the criteria of at least 34% of rushes and at least 8% target share; recommended as one of two running backs to target in every draft.

PositiveSleeperAug 14, 2026Mattek Fantasy Football

Herbert appeared in 24 snaps in the preseason game and broke one tackle.

NegativeUsageAug 14, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Khalil Herbert is one of the backup running backs for the 49ers behind Christian McCaffrey, along with Kaelon Black, Jordan James, and Isaac Guerendo.

NegativeRoleAug 13, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Herbert is one of three healthy running backs available for the 49ers' preseason opener, alongside Patrick Taylor and Sincere McCormick, due to injuries to McCaffrey, James, Black, and Guerendo.

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49ers RBs available for practice on Tuesday: Khalil Herbert Patrick Taylor Jr. Sincere McCormick (@LombardiHimself)

NegativeDepth ChartAug 12, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Sports

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The 49ers RB room: Christian McCaffrey (experiencing tightness) Kaelon Black (injured) Jordan James (injured) Isaac Guerendo (injured) Zamir White (just signed) Khalil Herbert (just signed)

Despite being in a split backfield, Khalil Herbert carries a ninth-round price tag and is currently the RB38, making him an expensive option for his role.

NegativeValueAug 12, 2026RotoWire

The source ranks Khalil Herbert as a top running back and views him as a potential handcuff or replacement for D'Andre Swift, providing insulation for the RB2 slot.

PositiveUsageAug 12, 2026Flock Fantasy

Khalil Herbert is among the remaining running back options for the 49ers after McCaffrey, Jordan James, Kaelon Black, and Guerendo are sidelined by injury, alongside Patrick Taylor and Sincere McCormick.

NegativeDepth ChartAug 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Herbert is one of only three healthy backs on the 49ers roster alongside Patrick Taylor Jr. and Sincere McCormick, with McCaffrey, Jordan James, Kaelon Black, and Isaac Guerendo all out. Offensive coordinator Klay Kubiak noted that injuries create opportunities for backups to step up.

NegativeRoleAug 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL