BALLER MOVE: Add in 14-Team Leagues
ROSTERED IN: 3% of Yahoo Leagues
ANALYSIS: Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders has carved out a solid fantasy role this season. Chuba Hubbard is the team’s starting running back, averaging 14.1 half-point PPR fantasy points per game. However, Sanders has played well since the team made the switch at quarterback, averaging 8.1 fantasy points per game and 3.8 yards per rushing attempt over the past two weeks.
Unfortunately, the veteran’s fantasy value will take a significant hit once star rookie running back Jonathon Brooks is activated off the Physically Unable to Perform list. However, the Panthers don’t plan to active the rookie this week, giving Sanders more time as the team’s No. 2 running back.
Panthers don't plan to activate Jonathon Brooks (knee) from PUP list this week. https://t.co/xiSRgOe5xI
— Underdog NFL (@Underdog__NFL) September 30, 2024
Fantasy players in deeper leagues should add Sanders off the waiver wire. He is Hubbard’s handcuff until Brooks is healthy. Furthermore, the veteran can be a solid flex option during bye weeks. Unfortunately, his Week 5 matchup against the Chicago Bears is one fantasy players should avoid.
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