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ANALYSIS: Las Vegas Raiders running back Zamir White was a beneficiary of the team's explosion in Week 15, scoring his first touchdown of the season. Serving as the workhorse back in this game, he could be a solid addition for fantasy managers if he continues to see this level of volume.
Josh Jacobs left their game in Week 15 due to an injury. With the Raiders playing on Thursday this past weekend, it was always going to be a long shot for Jacobs to suit up. This is especially true due to Las Vegas' record and Jacobs' one-year contract status. With Jacobs inactive, White ended up playing on 45 of the team's 64 snaps. He even handled the vast majority of the passing work, running 21 routes on 31 dropbacks. He finished with 17 carries, 69 yards, and a rushing touchdown. He also caught all three of his targets for 16 yards. He finished with 16.0 half-PPR points.
It is now knows that Jacobs will not return in Week 16. While the injury did not appear to be serious, Jacobs and the team are likely being extra cautious with him due to their record and his contract situation. Jacobs himself may not want to return this season, risking another injury after essentially playing on the franchise tag this season.
Since Jacobs is out again, White should be viewed as a high-end RB2/RB3. It's a tough matchup against the Chiefs, who have given up the 15th-fewest fantasy points this season. The Raiders will be significant underdogs and the game script could make it difficult for White to be an effective fantasy producer. However, White should be good for 10-12 touches.
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