​Fantasy football managers love nothing more than landing a high-end running back in their drafts, but sometimes, landing a top-tier handcuff can be just as important.The reason for this is simple. Running backs carry a high attrition rate, so inevitably, some of the top running backs in the league will unfortunately miss time due to injury.When top players are out of the lineup, their replacements can often blossom from fantasy afterthoughts to high-end starters. As such, landing the right mid-to-late-round handcuff at running back can provide fantasy managers with much-needed lineup protection.That said, not all handcuffs are created equal. Some possess more potential than others, and landing those breakout candidates can be the difference between winning a fantasy championship and heading home come the postseason.Which handcuffs are the best to trust in 2026? Here’s a look at six running backs who are currently listed as backups but could emerge as quality fantasy contributors:Fantasy football RB handcuff chart for 2026Projected startersArizona Cardinals: Jeremiyah LoveAtlanta Falcons: Bijan RobinsonBaltimore Ravens: Derrick HenryBuffalo Bills: James CookCarolina Panthers: Chuba HubbardChicago Bears: D’Andre SwiftCincinnati Bengals: Chase BrownCleveland Browns: Quinshon JudkinsDallas Cowboys: Javonte WilliamsDenver Broncos: J.K. DobbinsDetroit Lions: Jahmyr GibbsGreen Bay Packers: Josh JacobsHouston Texans: David MontgomeryIndianapolis Colts: Jonathan TaylorJacksonville Jaguars: Bhayshul TutenKansas City Chiefs: Kenneth Walker IIILas Vegas Raiders: Ashton JeantyLos Angeles Chargers: Omarion HamptonLos Angeles Rams: Kyren WilliamsMiami Dolphins: De’Von AchaneMinnesota Vikings: Aaron Jones/Jordan MasonNew England Patriots: Rhamondre StevensonNew Orleans Saints: Travis Etienne Jr.New York Giants: Cam SkatteboNew York Jets: Breece HallPhiladelphia Eagles: Saquon BarkleyPittsburgh Steelers: Jaylen WarrenSan Francisco 49ers: Christian McCaffreySeattle Seahawks: Jadarian PriceTampa Bay Buccaneers: Bucky IrvingTennessee Titans: Tony PollardWashington Commanders: Jacory Croskey-MerrittHandcuffsArizona Cardinals: Tyler AllgeierAtlanta Falcons: Brian Robinson Jr.Baltimore Ravens: Justice HillBuffalo Bills: Ty JohnsonCarolina Panthers: Jonathon BrooksChicago Bears: Kyle MonangaiCincinnati Bengals: Samaje PerineCleveland Browns: Dylan SampsonDallas Cowboys: Jaydon BlueDenver Broncos: RJ HarveyDetroit Lions: Isiah PachecoGreen Bay Packers: MarShawn LloydHouston Texans: Woody MarksIndianapolis Colts: DJ GiddensJacksonville Jaguars: Chris Rodriguez Jr.Kansas City Chiefs: Emari DemercadoLas Vegas Raiders: Mike Washington Jr.Los Angeles Chargers: Keaton MitchellLos Angeles Rams: Blake CorumMiami Dolphins: Jaylen WrightMinnesota Vikings: Zavier ScottNew England Patriots: TreVeyon HendersonNew Orleans Saints: Alvin KamaraNew York Giants: Tyrone Tracy Jr.New York Jets: Braelon AllenPhiladelphia Eagles: Tank BigsbyPittsburgh Steelers: Rico DowdleSan Francisco 49ers: