Texas Tech’s 2025 RB Room: Your Guide to Joyner, Williams, and Dickey

So, when I started digging into the Texas Tech Red Raiders running back room for 2025, I got hyped. With Tahj Brooks gone and Cam’Ron Valdez hitting the transfer portal, the Red Raiders backfield is a goldmine of opportunity for CFF players. Quinten Joyner, J’Koby Williams, and Cam Dickey are the names to know, and I’m here to break down who’s the RB1, who’s worth drafting, and who’s the Devy stash you need to target. Let’s dive into Lubbock’s RB room and find some CFF points!

The Post-Tahj Brooks Era: A CFF Opportunity

If you played CFF in 2024, you know Tahj Brooks was a cheat code. The dude racked up 1,505 rushing yards, 17 touchdowns, and a ridiculous 4,557 career yards, making him Texas Tech’s all-time leading rusher. He was a CFF RB1 lock, feasting in an offense that ranked fourth nationally in scoring (37.6 PPG) and ninth in total yards (462.7 YPG). But with Brooks off to the NFL and Valdez transferring, I’m eyeing this backfield as a potential points factory for 2025. Under new offensive coordinator Mack Leftwich, Texas Tech’s up tempo, spread attack is tailor-made for running backs who can rack up yards and catches. So, who’s stepping up?

Breaking Down the RB Room

The Red Raiders are rolling with a committee approach, but three guys stand out: Quinten Joyner, J’Koby Williams, and Cam Dickey. Here’s my CFF scouting report on each, complete with draft and Devy implications.

Quinten Joyner: The RB1 You’re Drafting

Let me start with the guy who everyone is high on : Quinten Joyner. This 230 pound USC transfer is a beast, blending power and agility that screams “CFF stud.” Joyner’s already generating NFL Draft hype, ranked as the fifth best RB prospect for 2026, which tells me he’s got the talent to dominate the Big 12.

In CFF, volume is king, and I’m betting Joyner gets the lion’s share of carries (50-60% of the backfield) in Tech’s high octane offense. His receiving skills are a bonus (Texas Tech loves to throw to RBs, and Joyner could easily see 20-30 catches, boosting his PPR value). For redraft leagues, I’m targeting him as a mid-round RB2 with RB1 upside, likely in the RB15-20 range overall. In Devy leagues, he’s a must grab for 2026 draft watchers. If you’re in a start-up dynasty, don’t sleep on him, he’s got three-down potential.

CFF lPlan: He’s my pick for Texas Tech’s RB1 and a potential top 10 RB if he monopolizes goal line work.

J’Koby Williams: The Sleeper Stash

Next up is J’Koby Williams, a sophomore and former four star recruit who’s got my attention as a high upside sleeper. His high school tape showed elite speed and open field elusiveness. In Texas Tech’s spread offense, I see Williams as the perfect change of pace back, complementing Joyner’s power with big play potential. Think of him as the lightning to Joyner’s thunder.

For CFF, Williams is a late round flier in redraft leagues, probably going undrafted in shallower formats. But in deeper leagues (12+ teams), I’m stashing him in rounds 10-12 for his potential to break out. If Joyner stumbles or the committee splits more evenly, Williams could flirt with RB3 numbers. In Devy formats, he’s a sneaky long term investment (his four star pedigree and youth (true sophomore) make him a name to monitor for 2027 drafts).

CFF Draft Plan: Grab Williams in deep redraft leagues as a bench stash or in Devy leagues as a sophomore with breakout potential. He’s a classic “handcuff” to Joyner.

Cam Dickey: The Deep Dynasty Dart

Rounding out the trio is Cam Dickey, another sophomore who popped in the spring game with a 16 yard touchdown run. I’ll be honest, Dickey’s the least proven of the group, but that TD showed he’s got the juice to make plays. In a crowded backfield, I see him as a rotational piece for now, likely third in line for carries. But in an offense as explosive as Texas Tech’s, even a third stringer can rack up points if he gets hot.

For CFF, Dickey’s off the radar in most redraft leagues unless injuries hit. But in deep dynasty or Devy formats, I’m intrigued. He’s a true young player with room to grow. If he climbs the depth chart by midseason, he could be a waiver-wire gem. I’m not burning a draft pick on him yet, but I’ve got him circled as a potential in-season pickup.

CFF Draft Plan: Pass on Dickey in redraft unless you’re in a 14+ team

Who’s the RB1? My CFF Take

Alright, the million dollar question: Who’s the RB1 for Texas Tech in 2025? My money’s on Quinten Joyner. His size, skills, and spring game dominance make him the clear favorite to lead this backfield. I’m projecting him for 200-250 carries, 1,200-1,400 total yards, and 10-14 touchdowns, assuming he stays healthy. That’s RB1 territory in CFF, especially with 20-30 receptions in PPR formats. Williams is the high-upside No. 2, with RB3/4 potential if he carves out a bigger role. Dickey’s a wildcard with a low floor, but high ceiling if he emerges.

From a CFF perspective, Joyner is the must-draft, Williams is the sleeper, and Dickey is the dynasty dart. The committee approach scares me a bit, but Texas Tech’s offense is so potent that even a 50-40-10 carry split could produce two startable RBs. For comparison, think of Oklahoma’s 2024 backfield, where Gavin Sawchuk and Jovantay Barnes both posted RB2/3 numbers in CFF despite splitting touches.

CFF Strategy for Texas Tech RBs

Here’s how I’m approaching this backfield in my CFF leagues:

• Redraft Leagues: Draft Joyner as a mid round RB2 (rounds 4-6). Snag Williams as a late-round flier (rounds 10-12) in deeper leagues. Ignore Dickey unless you’re in a massive league or he starts climbing the depth chart.

• Devy/Dynasty Leagues: Prioritize Joyner for immediate production and 2026 NFL Draft upside. Stash Williams and Dickey as sophomore bets with multi-year potential.

• Waiver Wire Watch: Monitor Dickey early in the season. If Joyner or Williams gets banged up, he could become a sneaky RB3/4.

Why Texas Tech RBs Are a CFF Goldmine

I can’t stress this enough: Texas Tech’s offense is a CFF dream. With 37.6 points and 462.7 yards per game in 2024, this system generates monster fantasy numbers. Even with a committee, the RB1 and RB2 here could both finish as top-25 CFF RBs, especially in PPR leagues where Joyner’s and Williams’ receiving chops shine. The loss of Brooks opens up 300+ touches, and I’m banking on Joyner and Williams eating the bulk of them.

So, there you have it, my CFF breakdown of Texas Tech’s 2025 RB room. Quinten Joyner is the RB1 to own, J’Koby Williams is the sleeper to stash, and Cam Dickey is the deep dynasty play. I’m pumped to see how this backfield shakes out, and I’ll be tracking their snap counts and touches from Week 1. Who’s your pick for the Red Raiders’ top RB? Hit me up in the comments or on X to talk shop, and if you’re loving this CFF content, subscribe to my Substack for more draft guides, waiver tips, and weekly rankings. Let’s win those CFF titles together!