3 years ago2021 was the year of Jonathan Taylor. As a result, Nyheim Hines became irrelevant from a fantasy perspective, scoring more than nine PPR fantasy points just three times. Compare that to 2020 when he went over 10 PPR points in nine different games. His snap share remained relatively consistent, but his opportunity and production took a hit due to Taylor's workload and efficiency. Hines went from averaging 4.8 targets on 15.8 routes run per game in 2020 to just 3.3 targets on 11.2 routes run per game in 2021. His rush attempts also decreased, from 5.6 in 2020 to just 3.3 last season. But apparently, that's going to change in 2022. In fact, Colts head coach Frank Reich said "if I was going to be in a fantasy league, I think I would pick Nyheim this year." Reich admitted the Colts were more run-heavy than he would have liked last season and that he'd like Hines more involved this season. Taylor didn't miss any games in 2021, so we didn't get to see Hines operate as the "starter" in any game. However, in 2020, when Taylor was forced to miss a game against the Titans, Hines rushed 10 times and saw 10 targets. He totaled 17.5 PPR points in that game by hauling in eight receptions. If he's utilized more often this season as Reich suggests, Hines could have some standalone flex appeal in PPR leagues on a weekly basis. If JT were to miss any time, he could turn into a weekly RB2 due to his usage in the passing game, much as we see with J.D. McKissic in Washington.--Adam Koffler - RotoBaller