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BALLER MOVE: Add in All Leagues
ROSTERED IN: 7% of Leagues
ANALYSIS: Fantasy managers should consider adding Jaleel McLaughlin off the waiver wire after his Week 1 performance, despite his stat line of 10 carries for 27 yards and six catches for just one yard.
The key takeaway is that McLaughlin out-snapped the presumed starter, Javonte Williams, indicating that the Broncos may see significant value in his role.
While his efficiency wasn’t impressive, his involvement in the rushing and passing games suggests a potentially expanded role in the offense, especially in PPR formats.
Jaleel McLaughlin out-touched Javonte Williams 15 to 9 today.
On one hand, that usage was likely heavily influenced by the gamescript.
On the other hand, nothing I saw from Denver's offense today makes me think they won't find themselves in many similar gamescripts.
— Dave Kluge (@DaveKluge) September 9, 2024
Even with minimal yardage, McLaughlin’s usage as a pass-catcher highlights his versatility and potential for increased production in games where the Broncos need to rely on the passing attack.
His substantial snap count in Week 1 suggests that Denver is committed to utilizing him in various situations, possibly to keep Williams fresh. McLaughlin is rostered in just 7% of all Sleeper leagues.
Fantasy managers looking for running back depth, particularly in PPR leagues, should take note of McLaughlin’s growing role and the opportunity he represents as the season unfolds. McLaughlin could be viewed as a flex appeal in PPR leagues as rookie Bo Nix gets more comfortable in Denver.
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