Joe Mixon Returns To Game

Updating a previous report, Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (knee) left the game in the second half with a right knee injury but was able to return to the contest. Despite missing some time in this game, Mixon has rushed the ball 18 times for 77 yards, and he added a catch for another […]

Nyheim Hines' Role Could Be Reduced

Last week against the Cincinnati Bengals, Indianapolis Colts rookie Nyheim Hines was the most effective of the three running backs to receive snaps. While he doesn't add much in the way of running, he was an effective pass catcher out of the backfield. Veteran Marlon Mack (hamstring) is expected to return this week, which could […]

Joe Mixon Injures Knee Thursday

Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (knee) injured his knee on Thursday against the Ravens and is questionable to return. Mixon also left the game in the first half for a series to be checked on. Before leaving he had 14 carries for 48 yards and added one catch for three yards. Mixon didn't look […]

Lamar Miller Could Have Big Day Against Titans

Houston Texans running back Lamar Miller narrowly missed out on a 100-yard game to open the 2018 season in last Sunday's loss to the Patriots, but he'll have a good chance to get there against the Titans on Sunday. After allowing Frank Gore and Kenyan Drake to combine for 109 rushing yards in Week 1, […]

Jordan Wilkins' Role To Be Reduced

Last week, Indianapolis Colts rookie Jordan Wilkins was the lead running back, and while he will still get some rushing touches, the expected return of veteran Marlon Mack (hamstring) will limit his overall role within the offense. The Washington Redskins feature a stout front, and with the Colts limited offensive line, they could cause some […]

Dion Lewis Looking To Build On Strong Week 1 Outing

Tennessee Titans running back Dion Lewis played very well in Week 1, finishing with 110 total yards and a touchdown. Lewis was clearly a focal point in the offense as he out-snapped Derrick Henry 49 to 20. While it is unlikely for Lewis to continue seeing this volume of work, he is obviously more to […]

Marlon Mack Should Return In Week 2

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hamstring) has practiced in some fashion for four straight days this week. Last season, Mack flashed some big-play ability with his elite breakaway speed. He lacks the prototypical size to run between the tackles, which is why the Colts frequently scheme to get him out on the edge. Against the […]

Derrick Henry Looking To Bounce Back In Week 2

Tennessee Titans running back Derrick Henry was unable to get much going in Week 1 aside from a long touchdown which was called back, finishing with only 26 yards on 10 carries. Henry was the first one to admit that he was not happy with his play against the Miami Dolphins, stating, "I feel like […]

Kareem Hunt Should Run Wild in Week 2

Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt was held to 49 rushing yards during the Week 1 victory over the Chargers. Hunt is normally able to at least be mediocre even on a bad week, but he couldn't get anything going in Week 1. He should play better in Week 2 against a Steelers defense […]

Marshawn Lynch Upgraded To Full Practice

Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch (shoulder) and wide receiver Brandon LaFell (back) were both upgraded to a full practice on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday. Receiver Dwayne Harris (foot) was limited for the second straight day. Lynch was never expected to be in danger of missing Week 2 against the Broncos. Consider him […]

Mark Walton, Cody Core Inactive On Thursday

Cincinnati Bengals running back Mark Walton and wide receivers Cody Core and Auden Tate are all inactive for Week 2 against the Ravens on Thursday. All three were also inactive in the season opener against the Colts and are nowhere near the fantasy radar, for obvious reasons.

Kenyan Drake In Complicated Situation For Week 2

Miami Dolphins running back Kenyan Drake is in a tough fantasy situation heading into his Week 2 matchup against the New York Jets. Drake has shown that he has the raw talent to be an elite running back, but the Dolphins seem to be rolling out more of a mixed backfield. During Week 1, Drake […]

Kerryon Johnson Looking to Establish Role in Week 2

Detroit Lions rookie running back Kerryon Johnson did not have much of an opportunity to showcase his skills in the Week 1 blowout loss to the Jets. This Sunday's content in San Francisco should provide season-long owners a much better idea of what to expect from the Lions second-rounder in terms of workload and production […]

LeGarrette Blount Remains Atop the Depth Chart for Week 2

Detroit Lions running back LeGarrette Blount is expected to be the Lions running back to start the game in San Francisco on Sunday. The NFL's worst rushing offense from one year ago didn't do much in last week's abomination of an opener against the Jets to suggest improvement is on the way. Per Lions beat […]

Jack Conklin, Taylor Lewan Miss Practice Thursday

Tennessee Titans offensive tackles Jack Conklin (knee) and Taylor Lewan (concussion) both missed practice on Thursday. Conklin was limited on Wednesday, so this isn't a good sign for his status heading into Week 2 against the Texans. The Titans offensive line is in bad shape if they miss their left and right tackles this weekend. […]

Trai Turner Remains Out

Carolina Panthers offensive guard Trai Turner (concussion) didn't practice for the second straight day on Thursday. It's looking doubtful that Turner will be able to play in Week 2 against the Falcons. Carolina's offensive line is already without left tackle Matt Kalil and right tackle Daryl Williams, so losing Turner for a game will be […]

C.J. Anderson Returns To Full Practice

Carolina Panthers running back C.J. Anderson (illness) returned to a full practice on Thursday after sitting out on Wednesday. Anderson should be fine for Week 2 against the Falcons. He had only seven carries for 35 yards (5.0 yards per carry) and didn't have a single target in the passing game. While his efficiency was […]

Tarik Cohen Is Boom-Or-Bust Against Seahawks

Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen will try and bust loose for a big play against the Seahawks in the Week 2 matchup on Monday night. Cohen was active in the first half of the Bears loss to the Green Bay in Week 1 but disappeared in the second half. Quarterback Mitch Trubisky missed a […]

Jordan Howard Should See Increase In Touches

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard is coming off of a strong Week 1 after posting 107 yards from scrimmage against Green Bay. Howard made some excellent cuts in the running game and averaged 5.5 yards per carry. Howard and the Bears will face a Seahawks defense on Monday night that is undergoing an overhaul […]

Christian McCaffrey To Maintain Heavy Workload

Carolina Panthers head coach Ron Rivera said the goal is for running back Christian McCaffrey to run between 15 to 20 times per game and to catch between six and 10 passes per game. With tight end Greg Olsen (foot) out for an extended time, McCaffrey could be even more utilized in the offense as […]

Leonard Fournette Could Be Game-Time Decision

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Leonard Fournette (hamstring) said he could be a game-time decision for Week 2 against the Patriots. “I started running on it today (he didn’t practice). It feels good. So that’s progress. We’ll see. It’s a gametime decision... I like my chances more and more as the day has gone on," Fournette […]

David Johnson Looks Fine

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (back), who was limited in practice on Wednesday, was hitting the blocking sled pretty hard in the early portion of practice on Thursday. Despite his injury and somewhat disappointing performance in the season opener, Johnson should play and should be considered a top-five fantasy running back against the Rams.

James Conner - What To Do, What To Do?

Why is Le’Veon Bell making it so hard? It’s like he doesn’t even care about fantasy football or something! With his holdout moving into Week 2 of the regular season, Bell may be losing more than $853,000 each week. He may also be losing his grip on his starting job when and if he does […]

Darren Sproles, Shelton Gibson Miss Practice Thursday

Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles (hamstring) and wide receiver Shelton Gibson (knee) both missed practice on Thursday after being limited on Wednesday. Mid-week practice downgrades are never a good sign, so consider both players questionable for Week 2 against the Buccaneers. Sproles will continue to mix in behind Jay Ajayi when he's healthy, but […]

Rex Burkhead Looks Limited Thursday

New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead (concussion) appeared to be limited, at best, in practice on Thursday. The fact that Burkhead is practicing at all is a good sign after he was diagnosed with a concussion, but his status for Week 2 against the Jaguars is iffy right now. With both he and rookie […]

Devonta Freeman Out Again Thursday

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman (knee) missed a second straight practice on Thursday, and head coach Dan Quinn said the team will have a good idea of Freeman's status on Friday. Freeman will likely have to get in at least a limited practice in order to have a shot at playing in Week 2 […]

David Johnson Hopes To Do Better In Week 2

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson will hope to improve on his solid performance last week in his Week 2 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. Johnson has shown that he is virtually matchup proof; however, he needs to do better in the receiving game to generate consistent fantasy returns. The veteran running back should […]

LeSean McCoy Wants To Take Pressure Off Josh Allen

Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy would like to take pressure off rookie quarterback Josh Allen in his first ever NFL start in Week 2 against the Chargers. McCoy and the running game should continue to be the focal point of the offense with Allen under center. McCoy had over 1,100 yards in 2017 but […]

Latavius Murray Not A Viable Fantasy Option In Week 2

Minnesota Vikings running back Latavius Murray only registered five fewer carries than fellow RB Dalvin Cook in Week 1, but most of those carries were late in the fourth quarter when the Vikings were trying to run out the clock. Murray was only on the field for 20% of the Vikings offensive snaps. He has […]

Dalvin Cook Has Great Matchup In Week 2

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook was more dangerous catching the ball than running the ball in Week 1, but that should change in Week 2. He's taking on a Green Bay Packers front that allowed 137 rushing yards and a touchdown in their Week 1 matchup against the Chicago Bears. Cook was on the […]