# NFL Rushing Yards Picks: Week 8 2026

> Best rushing yards props for Week 8. Kenneth Walker III and the rest of the board, scored on volume and the defense-vs-position matchup, no odds needed.

**Date:** 2026-10-30  
**Author:** HeatCheck HQ  
**Tags:** NFL, Rushing Yards, Rushing Yards Props, Weekly Picks, Player Props, Betting Strategy, RB  
**Full article:** https://heatcheckhq.io/blog/nfl-rushing-yards-picks-week-8-2026  
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**Today's best NFL rushing yards picks for Friday, October 30, 2026** are Kenneth Walker III (Score: 117, 117 rushing yards a game, at Broncos (5th vs the position)), Javonte Williams (Score: 67, 67 rushing yards a game, vs Cardinals (10th vs the position)), Bhayshul Tuten (Score: 65, 65 rushing yards a game, vs Colts (11th vs the position)). Rankings are generated by HeatCheck HQ's volume, recent form, and matchup scoring model, updated daily.

# NFL Rushing Yards Picks: Week 8

Every running back is ranked on three things that carry week to week: how many rushing yards they produce a game, the volume behind it, and the defense they draw. We surface the high-usage players landing in the softest matchups. No odds, just the profile and the spot. Here are the Week 8 plays.

> [Rushing Yards Dashboard](/nfl/rushing-yards): the full board with your own line, updated as lineups confirm.

## Kenneth Walker III, Chiefs RB (@ DEN)

*117 rushing yds/G · L5 106 · opp 5th vs RB*

Kenneth Walker III averages 117 rushing yards a game for the Chiefs. The volume backs it up at 20.0 carries a game. This week he visits the Broncos, who rank 5th against the position, a genuine soft spot. His recent form has cooled to 106 rushing yards over his last five.

## Javonte Williams, Cowboys RB (vs ARI)

*67 rushing yds/G · L5 80 · opp 10th vs RB*

Javonte Williams averages 67 rushing yards a game for the Cowboys. The volume backs it up at 15.7 carries a game. This week he hosts the Cardinals, who rank 10th against the position, a genuine soft spot. His last five games are trending up, averaging 80 rushing yards.

> **Want the full board?** Every running back ranked on the [Rushing Yards Dashboard](/nfl/rushing-yards), or see cross-sport plays on [Top Plays](/top-plays).

## Bhayshul Tuten, Jaguars RB (vs IND)

*65 rushing yds/G · L5 64 · opp 11th vs RB*

Bhayshul Tuten averages 65 rushing yards a game for the Jaguars. The volume backs it up at 15.7 carries a game. This week he hosts the Colts, a tougher draw at 11th against the position.

## Kyren Williams, Rams RB (vs LAC)

*70 rushing yds/G · L5 73 · opp 12th vs RB*

Kyren Williams averages 70 rushing yards a game for the Rams. The volume backs it up at 13.7 carries a game. This week he hosts the Chargers, a tougher draw at 12th against the position. His last five games are trending up, averaging 73 rushing yards.

## Jaylen Warren, Steelers RB (vs CLE)

*80 rushing yds/G · L5 94 · opp 13th vs RB*

Jaylen Warren averages 80 rushing yards a game for the Steelers. The volume backs it up at 14.6 carries a game. This week he hosts the Browns, a tougher draw at 13th against the position. His last five games are trending up, averaging 94 rushing yards.

## Tony Pollard, Titans RB (@ CIN)

*68 rushing yds/G · L5 76 · opp 14th vs RB*

Tony Pollard averages 68 rushing yards a game for the Titans. The volume backs it up at 16.0 carries a game. This week he visits the Bengals, a tougher draw at 14th against the position. His last five games are trending up, averaging 76 rushing yards.

## Week 8 Rushing Yards Board

| # | Player | Team | Matchup (opp rank vs pos) | Rushing Yards/G | L5 |
|---|--------|------|---------------------------|--------------|----|
| 1 | Kenneth Walker III | KC | @ DEN (5th) | 117 | 106 |
| 2 | James Cook | BUF | vs BAL (24th) | 105 | 114 |
| 3 | Jahmyr Gibbs | DET | vs MIN (23rd) | 103 | 93 |
| 4 | Bijan Robinson | ATL | @ TB (31st) | 101 | 110 |
| 5 | Jonathan Taylor | IND | @ JAX (32nd) | 84 | 79 |
| 6 | Derrick Henry | BAL | @ BUF (18th) | 83 | 73 |
| 7 | Kyle Monangai | CHI | @ SEA (27th) | 81 | 81 |
| 8 | Jaylen Warren | PIT | vs CLE (13th) | 80 | 94 |
| 9 | Bucky Irving | TB | vs ATL (29th) | 80 | 85 |
| 10 | Chuba Hubbard | CAR | @ GB (16th) | 77 | 82 |
| 11 | Aaron Jones | MIN | @ DET (21st) | 73 | 79 |
| 12 | Kyren Williams | LAR | vs LAC (12th) | 70 | 73 |

Matchup rank is the opponent's defense-vs-position rank, where a lower number means a softer spot. L5 is the player's average over his last five games.

## Related NFL research

- [Anytime Touchdown Props Guide](/blog/nfl-anytime-touchdown-props-guide): how red-zone role and usage drive TD probability.
- [Passing / Rushing / Receiving Yards Guides](/blog/nfl-rushing-receiving-yards-props-guide): reading volume and matchup for yardage props.
- [Defense vs Position Guide](/blog/nfl-defense-vs-position-guide): how to use the matchup ranks in these picks.
- [NFL Player Prop Strategy](/blog/nfl-player-prop-strategy-guide): the full research workflow.

## Before You Lock

These are the highest-usage rushing producers in the friendliest spots, but a prop is only as good as the line you get. Confirm the player is active and the game script fits: a team playing from ahead runs more and throws less, and the opposite when trailing. Weather matters for the passing game. Use the board to build a shortlist, then check this week's news and your own number before you bet.

## Related Resources

- Parent hub: [NFL Props Hub](/blog/topic/nfl-props)
- Daily stream: [NFL Rushing Yards Picks](/blog/stream/nfl-rushing-yards-picks)
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