In half‑point PPR leagues, the sweet spot for value often hides beyond the first 120 picks, where late‑round running backs can deliver outsized returns. This year’s edition spotlights three such candidates whose ADP sits at or after the 120th overall slot.
The Late‑Round Edge
Aaron Jones, currently listed at RB40 with an ADP of 121, represents a classic bargain. Despite posting the lowest marks of his career in yards per carry, yards per target and yards per touch during the 2025 season, his workload in Minnesota’s backfield remains sizable. In PPR formats he is the most attractive option among the Vikings’ stable of backs, making him a prime target for savvy drafters.
Keaton Mitchell offers a contrasting profile: a compact, high‑octane runner whose efficiency metrics dazzle. Chargers offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel, who has cultivated fantasy‑friendly environments for multiple backs, has expressed a clear desire to feature Mitchell prominently. The combination of McDaniel’s scheme and Mitchell’s explosiveness makes him a compelling late‑round flier.
Kaytron Allen is a deeper sleeper whose collegiate résumé includes impressive rushing production. While he is unlikely to contribute significantly as a receiver, his role as an early‑down and goal‑line back for the Washington Commanders could translate into consistent fantasy points if he secures the preferred touches.
The common thread among these three is upside that outpaces their draft position. Targeting them in the later stages can give a roster the kind of depth that separates a middling team from a contender.