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Clyde Edwards-Helaire 2022 NFL Player Outlook: Make Or Break Season Ahead
2 years agoKansas Chiefs running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire was drafted with sky-high expectations that he simply has not lived up to. Drafted 32nd overall in the 2020 draft, with comparisons from Chiefs' management/coaching staff to LeSean McCoy, he quickly became the No.1 overall pick in dynasty rookie drafts and a highly coveted running back in all formats. The 23-year-old had a decent rookie season with 181 carries for 803 yards, four touchdowns, 36 receptions for 297 yards, and one receiving score. While the touchdown totals were disappointing and his involvement in the receiving game was less than expected, the excitement persisted into Year 2 because he was the lead back in arguably the league's best offense. Unfortunately, last year was worse, partially due to injury limiting him to only 10 games played, resulting in 119 carries for 517 yards and four touchdowns, along with 19 receptions for 121 yards and two touchdowns receiving. Further exasperating the concern was the former LSU product's minimal involvement in the playoffs, playing only 30% and 19% of offensive snaps, respectively, in their final two games. Yet, after recently revealing he was recovering from gall bladder surgery during training camp the last offseason, there is renewed optimism for this season. He also has the best odds to lead the backfield in touches, especially in the receiving game, and remains on what is projected to be a high-powered offense. Edwards-Helaire is currently ranked 32nd in Rotoballer's rankings, and with an ADP of 81, he still possesses plenty of upside where he is being drafted.
