Carlos Hyde Is Low-Tier RB3 In Week 4

Houston Texans running back Carlos Hyde has grabbed control of the Texans' backfield, but that won't mean much when he faces the Panthers in Week 4. Hyde is coming off a game where his 10 carries led to just 19 yards, and while he made his way into the end zone against the Chargers, fantasy […]

Rashaad Penny, Ziggy Ansah Expected To Play

Seattle Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny (hamstring) and defensive end Ziggy Ansah (back), who are both questionable for Week 4 against the Cardinals, practiced in full on Friday and are expected to play this Sunday. Head coach Pete Carroll said they have "a good chance" to play. Penny could chip away at Chris Carson's workload […]

Alvin Kamara an Elite RB1 in Week 4

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara settles in as a top-five fantasy running back for a Week 4 matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. When Drew Brees went down with a thumb injury in Week 2, some feared that Kamara's numbers would suffer, but he put those concerns to rest last week with a dominant […]

James White Could Be X-Factor For Patriots In Week 4

New England Patriots running back James White could emerge as an integral offensive threat this Sunday against the Bills. After a career season, it has been a quiet start for the veteran runner. But with Rex Burkhead nursing a foot injury, Sony Michel's ineffectiveness and facing a talented Bills Defense could turn things in White's […]

Dion Lewis Not A Recommended Option In Week 4

Tennessee Titans running back Dion Lewis has seen just 14 touches for 47 yards through the first three games of the season. Despite playing more snaps than Derrick Henry in Week 3, Lewis is still not being utilized in a role valuable for fantasy production. Lewis has been more of a blocker than a receiving […]

Jaylen Samuels Isn't An Option In Week 4

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Samuels should be nowhere near a fantasy lineup in Week 4 after playing just five offensive snaps in last Sunday's loss. He's been on the field for just 33% of the team's offensive snaps this year and has just seven touches for 37 yards to show. Acting as the handcuff […]

Derrick Henry Approaching RB1 Status Going Into Week 4

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry has been the lone bright spot on the offense thus far. Henry has totaled 299 yards from scrimmage and four total touchdowns through the first three games. Despite concerns about his usage in the receiving game, Henry has produced as an elite RB1 going back to the last quarter […]

James Conner Could Break Out In Week 4

Pittsburgh Steelers running back James Conner gets a prime matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 4. The Monday Night Football matchup at home pits Conner against a defense that has allowed 30.2 fantasy points per game to running backs, the second most in the league. Conner has had a real tough time through the […]

Justin Jackson Could Be Out A Few Weeks

Los Angeles Chargers running back Justin Jackson (calf) is dealing with a calf strain that could keep him out a few weeks. Jackson was shaping up as a nice RB3/flex option this week against the lowly Dolphins, but he injured himself in practice on Thursday and has already been ruled out for this Sunday. He's […]

Malcolm Brown Has A Shot At Redemption

Los Angeles Rams running back Malcolm Brown has been invisible since his 11-53-2 breakout in Week 1. He has rushed nine times for 44 yards in two games since then. The Rams play a tough Tampa Bay Buccaneers Defense this week that hasn't allowed a score to the position through the first three weeks. The […]

Todd Gurley Has A Potential Pitfall Week

Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley is 25th in the league in fantasy points at the position. That wasn't a typo. He has performed like an RB3 in 12-team leagues. He has rushed 44 times for 203 yards and a touchdown while grabbing four receptions for eight yards. The team insists that he's not […]

Rashaad Penny Listed As Questionable For Week 4

Seattle Seahawks running back Rashaad Penny (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Week 4 against the Cardinals. Penny has a chance to take more of the workload from Chris Carson due to his fumbling issues, but it's still hard to endorse the second-year back as an RB3/flex in shallow leagues while he's injured. Even if […]

David Johnson Has So-So Matchup

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson has a midrange matchup against the Seattle Seahawks this weekend. Johnson, who is 10th in fantasy points per game at the position, faces a Seahawks team ranked 16th in the league at allowing points to the position. Johnson has been less than impressive, but his three touchdowns have salvaged […]

Julian Edelman, Rex Burkhead Questionable

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman (chest) and running back Rex Burkhead (foot) are both listed as questionable for Week 4 against the Bills. Both players are trending in the right direction for the tough matchup with Buffalo's defense. Even on the road against the Bills, Edelman is a low-end WR2, at worst, if […]

Devin Singletary Questionable, Tyler Kroft Out

Buffalo Bills rookie running back Devin Singletary (hamstring) was limited in practice for the second straight day on Friday and is questionable for Week 4 against the Patriots. Tight end Tyler Kroft (ankle) missed practice all week and has been ruled out. Even if Singletary returns after missing Week 3, he'll likely be eased in […]

Chris Thompson The Only Effective RB In Washington

Washington Redskins running back Chris Thompson ranks second on the team in targets and receiving yards, and is tied with Terry McLaurin for the team lead in catches. A nonexistent ground attack has forced Washington to turn to Thompson in the passing game more often, and the result has been a fantasy-friendly workload. His opponent […]

Calvin Ridley, Ito Smith Not On Final Injury Report

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Calvin Ridley (hip) and running back Ito Smith (concussion) both practiced in full on Friday and were taken off the final injury report for Week 4 against the Titans. Ridley was a bust last week and was targeted just once, but he could easily bounce back at home against the Titans. […]

Melvin Gordon Could Play Sunday

Updating a previous report, Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn said that running back Melvin Gordon could play in Week 4 against the Dolphins in a limited role now that Justin Jackson (calf) has been ruled out with a calf strain. Gordon will travel with the team to Miami. The Chargers will also be […]

Adrian Peterson A Risky Play Against Giants

Washington Redskins running back Adrian Peterson has not gotten off the launchpad in 2019, averaging just 2.8 yards per carry on 22 attempts since taking over for the injured Derrius Guice. The Redskins have had a decent amount of success through the air, and now they're about to face one of the worst pass defenses […]

Mike Williams, Justin Jackson, Michael Badgley Out

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Mike Williams (back), running back Justin Jackson (calf), tight end Virgil Green (groin) and kicker Michael Badgley (groin) have all been ruled out for Week 4 against the Dolphins. With Williams out and Travis Benjamin (hip) doubtful to play, Keenan Allen, Dontrelle Inman and Geremy Davis will fill out three-receiver […]

Chris Carson Trying To Ignore Fumbles

Seattle Seahawks running back Chris Carson is getting peppered with questions about his fumble issues, but he's keeping a low-key attitude about the turnovers so far. Carson has fumbled three times in 45 carries this season after averaging just one fumble per 99 carries in previous years. However, the coaching staff, teammates, and Carson himself […]

Damien Williams To Miss Another Game

Kansas City Chiefs head coach Andy Reid said that running back Damien Williams (knee) has been ruled out for Week 4 against the Lions. It's his second straight missed game, but the Chiefs don't think his injury is a long-term concern. Expect LeSean McCoy to be the starter yet again, with Darrel Williams and rookie […]

Jamaal Williams Says He's OK

Green Bay Packers running back Jamaal Williams (head, neck) said he's doing OK after being taken to a local hospital on Thursday night after being taken off the field on a stretcher from a helmet-to-helmet hit. Williams had movement and feeling in all of his extremities after the injury. It's good to hear, but Williams […]

Melvin Gordon Doubtful To Play In Week 4

Los Angeles Chargers head coach Anthony Lynn said that running back Melvin Gordon is doubtful to play in Week 4 against the Dolphins. If Justin Jackson (calf) cannot play this Sunday, Lynn has faith in Troymaine Pope. Detrez Newsome is also another option off the practice squad. Gordon ended his contract holdout this week, but […]

Justin Jackson In Walking Boot

Los Angeles Chargers running back Justin Jackson (foot) is in a walking boot after landing on the injury report on Thursday. Jackson's status for Week 4 against the Dolphins is now in serious doubt. It's a shame, too, since he was shaping up as an upside RB3/flex in an excellent matchup that would likely see […]

Austin Ekeler To Get One Last Ride

Los Angeles Chargers running back Austin Ekeler is preparing for his swan song as a fantasy stud, but he should go out on a high note. The return of Melvin Gordon means Ekeler's time as a starter is coming to an end, and Week 4 is probably his last chance to get a full slate […]

Nick Chubb a Solid RB1 in Week 4

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb is coming off his most productive rushing game of the season in Week 3. Chubb racked up 96 yards on the ground in a 20-13 loss to the Los Angeles Rams while handling all of the running back touches for his team. Chubb will look to stay productive in […]

Fleaflicker's Most Added and Dropped: Week 4

Week 3 was an exciting one, with big injuries, big comebacks, and big debuts. Also, another blowout loss by the Miami Dolphins as they continue the unprecedented Great Tanking of 2019. Luckily, there are still 30 1/2 (sorry, Jets) professional football teams to cover, one of which just lost their bell-cow back with the always […]

The King's Week 4 Buy and Sell Guide

As the bye weeks roll in and the injuries mount, the fantasy football trade market is getting very busy. There are perceived voids at running back that is prompting many discussions in a lot of leagues, and the impact of some QB issues are still being felt. At RB, Le’Veon Bell owners feel needy because […]

Devonta Freeman Should Have A Strong Performance In Week 4

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman showed a glimpse of hope for his fantasy owners last week after two straight duds to start the season. In Week 3, Freeman rushed 16 times for 88 yards, good for 5.5 yards per carry. He also added three catches for seven yards. Fantasy owners will be thrilled for […]