To Draft or Not to Draft - Running Backs

Similar to the previous article on wide receivers, we will be focusing on running backs that have extremely low ADPs in most drafts. I’m looking to discuss players that are on the “Island of Misfit Toys” or players that are “Dumpster Dives.” Players that will be drafted to sit on your bench or end up […]

Zack Martin Feels Great

Dallas Cowboys offensive guard Zack Martin (knee), who suffered a hyperextended left knee in the preseason game on Aug. 18, said he feels great heading into Week 1. Unless he suffers a setback in practice, Martin looks like he'll be ready to play in the season opener. That's great news for running back Ezekiel Elliott.

Rex Burkhead, Sony Michel Question Marks For Week 1

New England Patriots running backs Rex Burkhead (knee) and rookie Sony Michel (knee) are both question marks for Week 1. However, Burkhead took the field for practice on Tuesday for the third straight week, which is a sign he will be ready after overcoming a slight tear in his knee. Running back Ivan Fears thinks […]

College Football DFS - Optimal DraftKings Picks for Week 2 CFB

Week One was quite a rush, and DraftKings have given us a slate that could deliver even more thrilling and tilting experiences for Week Two. There's a 15 game Main slate, beginning at Noon Saturday, with the latest games on the slate kicking off at 3:30 ET. Before I jump into picks, it's imperative that […]

Ronald Jones II Listed Third On Depth Chart

Tampa Bay Buccaneers rookie running back Ronald Jones II is listed as third on the running back depth chart to open the regular season behind starter Peyton Barber and Jacquizz Rodgers. It speaks to how bad of a training camp and preseason the rookie Jones had, but head coach Dirk Koetter believes Jones knows the […]

Alfred Morris, Matt Breida To Share Workload

San Francisco 49ers running backs Alfred Morris and Matt Breida are expected to share the workload with Jerick McKinnon (knee) out for the season. The 29-year-old Morris is a tough inside runner and gained nearly 2,900 yards and 20 touchdowns under head coach Kyle Shanahan in two seasons. Breida is 23 and averaged 4.4 yards […]

The Running Back Handcuff Hedge - Who To Handcuff

This article was updated on 9/4 to account for the Jerick McKinnon and D'Onta Foreman injury updates. We have learned over time that the running back position is without question the most volatile in fantasy football. This understanding is based upon the percentage of injuries versus the other skilled positions, NFL teams increasingly using split back committees creating […]

Tarik Cohen Loaded With Sleeper Value Against Packers

Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen has big-play potential heading into Week 1 against the Packers. The second-year playmaker is coming off a rookie season where he compiled 723 all-purpose yards with three touchdowns and one passing touchdown. Cohen can break the game open at any point in the passing game and head coach Matt […]

Jordan Howard A Solid RB2 For Week 1

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard will be a solid RB2 option when he takes the field against the Packers in Week 1. Howard last season racked up 1,122 rushing yards last season with nine touchdowns. In two games against Green Bay last season, Howard totaled 33 carries for 107 yards and one touchdown. Howard […]

Jonathan Stewart Not Fantasy Viable For Week 1

New York Giants running back Jonathan Stewart will look to add a veteran presence to a young, crowded backfield once the season begins. Stewart has a 7,318 career rushing yards but his best years are certainly behind him. He did score seven total touchdowns last season but averaged only 3.4 yards per carry and ultimately […]

Christian McCaffrey Looks To Be Borderline RB1 This Week

Carolina Panthers running back Christian McCaffrey looks to be a great start this week against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night. Last season the Cowboys were one of the better teams against running backs, averaging 16.4 points per game. In addition, the Cowboys gave up an average of 0.5 touchdowns per game to running backs. […]

Kenyan Drake Maturing, Work Ethic Improving

Miami Dolphins running back Kenyan Drake has matured significantly over the offseason and is ready to work harder than ever. As reported by the Palm Beach Post, Drake "seems friendlier, but also more serious. He comes across confidently, but it’s the tone of someone who knows what they’re doing rather than the arrogance of someone […]

Saquon Barkley Has Tough Matchup For Week 1

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley will make his NFL debut this Sunday but could be in line for a rude awakening. The first round pick has been battling a hamstring injury during the preseason but that is nothing compared to battling the Jacksonville Jaguars defense. The new-look Giants offense will be tested early […]

Tevin Coleman Relying On A Touchdown For A Big Opener

Atlanta Falcons running back Tevin Coleman will be relying on finding the end zone for a big day on Thursday against the Philadelphia Eagles. Last season there was only one occasion where he managed to score double digit fantasy points without finding the end zone. The issue for Coleman is that the Eagles only allowed […]

Devonta Freeman Could Struggle To Find End Zone Thursday

Atlanta Falcons running back Devonta Freeman could face a tough task to put up big numbers against the Philadelphia Eagles in the season opener Thursday. Last season the Eagles were the second best defensive against running backs for fantasy points allowed, allowing an average of just 16.61. In addition, the Eagles allowed just 0.4 rushing […]

Jeremy Hill Feels "Blessed" To Make Final Patriots Roster

New England Patriots running back Jeremy Hill is excited to have made the final Patriots roster heading into the season. He told Zack Cox of NESN, "We're all blessed, and we're all privileged to be here. So we're definitely excited, the guys who did make the cut." Now that the former 1,000-yard rusher has made […]

Jay Ajayi Practices In Full Tuesday

Updating a previous report, Philadelphia Eagles running back Jay Ajayi (foot) practiced in full on Tuesday after being limited on Monday. He sat out the last two weeks of the preseason with a foot injury, but the team was just playing it cautious and he is expected to have a full workload in the season […]

James White Rising Up Week 1 Rankings

New England Patriots running back James White should see plenty of targets Week 1 against the Texans. Running backs Rex Burkhead and Sony Michel are battling respective injuries and White may be the healthiest Patriot runner heading towards Sunday. Burkhead is expected to play at this time but White is certain to get some snaps. […]

Dolphins Name Both Kenyan Drake and Frank Gore Starters

The Miami Dolphins named either Kenyan Drake or Frank Gore as their starting running backs. Adam Beasley of the Miami Herald was specific in that either one of them could be the starter. It's hard to read the situation based on what the coaches and reporters are saying, but based on preseason usage and production […]

Sony Michel Needs To Be Stashed To Begin Season

New England Patriots running back Sony Michel is back on the practice field but may not see a ton of touches in Week 1 against the Texans. Former running back Reggie Bush told USA Today that Michel "could be rookie of the year" but has been battling a knee injury during the preseason. The Patriots […]

Alfred Morris a Risky Week 1 Play

San Francisco 49ers running back Alfred Morris took second-team repetitions during Monday's practice and appears to be a risky Week 1 play. Morris is still learning the playbook after signing with the team just three weeks ago, so temper expectations for his matchup against the Vikings on Sunday. His workload should increase in the coming […]

Lions Signing Donnel Pumphrey

The Detroit Lions are signing free-agent running back Donnel Pumphrey to their practice on Tuesday. The Lions already have five running backs on their active roster, including Ameer Abdullah and Nick Bellore. Pumphrey, who didn't play at all for the Eagles in his rookie season, is not on the fantasy radar.

Dolphins Sign Brandon Bolden

The Miami Dolphins signed free-agent running back Brandon Bolden on Tuesday and cut center Travis Swanson in a corresponding move. Bolden was cut by the Patriots over the weekend after just 13 carries for 67 yards in 2017. He's mostly a special teams ace and should not be considered by fantasy owners at this time.

Royce Freeman Named Starter Entering Week 1

Denver Broncos head coach Vance Joseph named rookie running back Royce Freeman as the starter heading into Week 1 against the Seahawks. “That being said, it’s going to be by packages also. Royce is our leading runner, but on third downs you’ll probably see [Devontae] Booker and obviously having a package for Phillip [Lindsay]’s going […]

Jay Ajayi At Practice Tuesday

Philadelphia Eagles running back Jay Ajayi is back at practice for the second straight day on Tuesday. Ajayi was dealing with an undisclosed lower body injury, but he appears to be fine for the season opener on Thursday against the Falcons. The Eagles may lean on Ajayi with quarterback Carson Wentz (knee) and wide receiver […]

Rex Burkhead Appears Ready for Week 1

New England Patriots running back Rex Burkhead (knee) should be ready to go for Week 1. It appears the Patriots feel confident about his and fellow back Sony Michel’s health. The Patriots recently released running back Mike Gillislee. Along with Gillislee being gone, the Dolphins have just signed former Patriot Brandon Bolden. This has left […]

Darren Sproles Not a Great Week 1 Option

Philadelphia Eagles running back Darren Sproles is not a recommended fantasy option for Week 1 against the Atlanta Falcons. Sproles is back for one more season in the Philly backfield, but he'll be sharing third downs with Corey Clement and won't see much of the field if any on early downs. Sproles should still be […]

Corey Clement Unlikely to Make Much Noise in Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles running back Corey Clement isn't expected to make much noise in Week 1 against the Atlanta Falcons. Clement will be the main backup for starter Jay Ajayi and will also mix in on third down plays along with veteran Darren Sproles. Clement is a high-upside running back for the 2018 season and could […]

Jay Ajayi Could Struggle on Thursday Night

Philadelphia Eagles running back Jay Ajayi could struggle on Thursday night against the Atlanta Falcons. He's been missing some practices and limited in others due to a foot injury, but he is expected to play in Week 1. Still, he's a mid-range RB2 at best, so owners should temper their expectations. The Falcons defense should […]

Alex Collins With Solid Week 1 Matchup

Baltimore Ravens running back Alex Collins heads into Week 1 primed for a solid showing against the Bills at home. Buffalo's run defense ranks in the middle of the league, according to Pro Football Focus, despite the additions of nose tackle Star Lotulelei and rookie linebacker Tremaine Edmunds. Edmunds is known to be more of […]