Upgrades For Week 2 Running Back Rankings: Riding Derrick Henry To Freedman's RB Favorites

Key Points:

• Kyren Williams (Rams) and David Montgomery (Texans) receive Week 2 running back upgrades due to favorable matchups against historically weak Giants and Bengals run defenses, respectively, with Montgomery potentially benefiting from a Bengals defensive injury.
• James Cook (Bills) and D'Andre Swift (Bears) are upgraded based on their teams' high implied scoring totals this week, increasing their expected fantasy production in favorable offensive environments.
• RBs Cam Skattebo (Giants) and Jacory Croskey-Merritt (Commanders) gain upgrades due to key defensive injuries on their opponents, which could enhance their rushing opportunities and fantasy output.
• Derrick Henry (Ravens) and Rhamondre Stevenson (Patriots) are upgraded because of offensive injuries to their teammates, likely increasing their workload and scoring potential as focal points in their teams' run games.
• Omarion Hampton (Chargers) and Bucky Irving (Bucs) receive boosts as home favorites with potential run-heavy game scripts, especially given injuries to other skill players and favorable historical trends for their teams in early-season and divisional matchups.