When Will Jerome Ford Return and Be Back? Fantasy Football Injury Update for Week 8 (2024)

Jerome Ford (hamstring) was ruled out for the Browns Week 7 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Ford missed practice last week and now aiming for a potential return in Week 8 against the Ravens. With him sidelined on Sunday, a combination of Nick Chubb and D'Onta Foreman were the set backfield against Cincinnati.

Fantasy managers will need to monitor his status throughout the week and see how much participation he has at practice.

Jerome Ford (hamstring) considered week-to-week.

— Underdog NFL (@Underdog__NFL) October 14, 2024

Jerome Ford's fantasy outlook for the remainder of the season is uncertain but could still hold value depending on his role once he returns from his hamstring injury.

With Nick Chubb returning last week and reclaiming his spot as Cleveland’s lead back, Ford is expected to serve in a complementary role, likely seeing fewer touches.

However, Ford could still be utilized in passing situations or as a change-of-pace option, especially if the Browns want to limit Chubb's workload post-injury.

While his upside is capped with Chubb back, Ford remains a viable depth piece for fantasy managers, particularly in deeper leagues or as insurance for any future injuries in Cleveland's backfield.

Fantasy owners can view Ford as a RB3 for the remainder of the season, but could be valued more in PPR leagues.

Nick Chubb returned to action in Week 7.

10.2 fantasy points
35% snaps
55% attempts (11)
20% routes

Encouraging rush share for first game back but Jerome Ford was also out.

— Dwain McFarland (@dwainmcfarland) October 20, 2024