Two explosive AFC East running backs are going back-to-back in early 2026 fantasy football drafts, forcing managers to make one of the toughest Round 1 decisions on the board. James Cook offers workload stability and touchdown upside in Buffalo, while De’Von Achane brings elite receiving production and weekly ceiling in Miami’s offense. James Cook, Buffalo Bills The Bills gave Cook a workhorse opportunity last season (342 touches – 265 in 2024 and 281 in 2023). He responded by upping his yards per rush (5.2 – career high), highlighted by gaining 20 yards or more on 13 plays, with five reaching the 40-yard mark. Cook ended the year ranked sixth in fantasy points (305.20) in PPR formats, while coming into the season as about the 14th running back drafted. Over his previous two years, he finished 11th (235.50 – 2023) and 8th (266.70 – 2024) in fantasy scoring.…