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Patriots | TreVeyon Henderson agrees to deal Fri Jul 18, 06:05 PM
New England Patriots second-round draft choice RB TreVeyon Henderson agreed to terms on a four-year contract with the Patriots Friday, July 18, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed, but the deal is fully guaranteed.
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Lions | Malik Davis worked out Fri Jul 18, 05:44 PM
Free-agent RB Malik Davis (Cowboys) recently worked out for the Detroit Lions.
| Footballguys view: The Lions have spent all day shuffling around some running back depth pieces after releasing Anthony Tyus and signing Jabari Small. It will, unfortunately, be tough for any running back to find meaningful work behind the duo of Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery, but an injury could open the door for more touches. |
Packers | Amar Johnson on NFI list Fri Jul 18, 05:37 PM
Green Bay Packers RB Amar Johnson (undisclosed) was placed on the Active/Non-Football Injury list Friday, July 18.
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Chargers | Coach excited about Omarion Hampton Fri Jul 18, 04:18 PM
Los Angeles Chargers RB Omarion Hampton has looked good during offseason workouts, and head coach Jim Harbaugh said he expects Hampton to be even more impressive during padded practices.
| Footballguys view: With Najee Harris dealing with a superficial eye injury from a Fourth of July accident, Hampton will have an opportunity to get extra reps throughout camp. Both Harris and Hampton are new to this offense, so neither should theoretically have a leg up on the other. Expect Hampton's stock to rise throughout camp every day that Harris isn't out there. |
Browns | Quinshon Judkins won't report Fri Jul 18, 10:57 AM
Cleveland Browns second-round draft pick RB Quinshon Judkins remains unsigned and won't report to rookie camp Friday, July 18. He is focused on his legal matter at the time.
| Footballguys view: Every day Judkins, a rookie, misses camp will open up opportunities for other running backs to carve out a larger role. Jerome Ford knows the offense well, but fellow rookie Dylan Sampson will likely get more looks at the start of camp than he would have behind Judkins. We're keeping a close eye on a potential suspension for Judkins. But for now, he's a tough player to select in drafts, especially if he ends up with a hefty suspension. |
Lions | Jabari Small to work out Thu Jul 17, 06:54 PM
Free-agent RB Jabari Small (Titans) is scheduled to work out for the Detroit Lions Friday, July 18, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: Following the release of Anthony Tyus, the Lions will bring Small into camp as a potential depth piece in a top-heavy backfield. |
Lions | Anthony Tyus waived Thu Jul 17, 04:34 PM
Correcting a previous report, Detroit Lions RB Anthony Tyus III (illness) was waived Thursday, July 17, with a Non-Football Illness designation.
| Footballguys view: With Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery atop the pecking order and a trusted veteran in Craig Reynolds behind the duo, Tyus was going to have an uphill battle to relevance. He'll hope to find another team that'll bring him in for camp with a better chance of making the roster. |
Titans | Tyrion Davis-Price let go Thu Jul 17, 03:59 PM
Tennessee Titans RB Tyrion Davis-Price was waived Thursday, July 17.
| Footballguys view: Tyrion Davis-Price generated some preseason buzz during his rookie campaign. But he's totalled just nine touches over the last two years with the 49ers and Eagles. He's likely destined to bounce around practice squads for the next few years. |
Broncos | RJ Harvey reaches agreement on deal Thu Jul 17, 02:09 PM
Denver Broncos second-round draft choice RB RJ Harvey agreed to terms on a four-year contract with the Broncos Thursday, July 17, according to a source. Financial terms were not disclosed.
| Footballguys view: Harvey was the team's second-round pick in the 2025 NFL draft, and he's there to be a big part of the offense. How large of a role will depend on his pass protection ability. With JK Dobbins on the roster, the Broncos will likely use both in an RBBC. Harvey could emerge as the primary back, but we'll need more information from camp and the preseason. Both are flex options for Fantasy GMs at this time. |
Chargers | Najee Harris officially on NFI list Thu Jul 17, 01:20 PM
Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) was placed on the Active/Non-Football Injury list Thursday, July 17.
| Footballguys view: Harris, injured in a 4th of July accident, can be activated at any time. The injury was thought to be superficial, but missing time in camp says it might be a bit more serious. In the meantime, 2025 first-round pick Omarion Hampton - who has 'stud' running back written all over him - gets the bulk of the first-team work. While Harris and Hampton were thought to be in a timeshare, this injury could open the door for Hampton to take over as the lead back. |
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Titans | Jordan Mims signs with Titans Thu Jul 17, 11:08 AM
Free-agent RB Jordan Mims (Saints) agreed to a two-year deal with the Tennessee Titans Thursday, July 17. Financial terms weren't disclosed.
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Steelers | Kaleb Johnson an ideal fit in Pittsburgh Thu Jul 17, 01:19 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Kaleb Johnson is an 'ideal scheme fit' for the wide-zone runs favored by offensive coordinator Arthur Smith, in the opinion of The Athletic's Mike DeFabo, who adds that the rookie's 'patient running style' and 'bruising body type' give Johnson an 'excellent chance' to become the Steelers' 'feature back of the future' as the season plays out.
| Footballguys view: Johnson is an absolute hammer, and he wins with strength, decisiveness, and a hard-charging style that makes you think old-school Steelers football. In a wide-zone system, Johnson will be able to take advantage of defenders who get out of position. With his powerful stride and lateral agility, Johnson could be quite productive as a rookie. He's going to work as co-starters with Jaylen Warren in 2025. |
Chargers | Najee Harris likely to go on NFI list Wed Jul 16, 04:39 PM
Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) likely will start training camp on the Active/Non-Football Injury list, according to general manager Joe Hortiz.
| Footballguys view: According to The Athletic's Daniel Popper, Harris has been receiving treatment from doctors at Stanford after suffering what's been characterized as a "superficial" injury in a Fourth of July fireworks accident. The Chargers do not need to decide on a reserve/NFI list placement -- which requires a four-game absence -- for more than a month, and such a decision is unlikely if what we've heard to this point is true. We'll continue to watch for more, but Harris can come off the list at any time, and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport suggests the stay will be short. |
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Jaguars | LeQuint Allen battling for receiving role Wed Jul 16, 08:29 AM
Jacksonville Jaguars RB LeQuint Allen could carve out a role in the passing game, in the opinion of Jaguars Wire's Paul Bretl.
| Footballguys view: Allen is a back we're interested in - especially in Liam Coen's offense. There's a dash of James Cook to his game, and Allen is more than just a screen-pass specialist. As a receiver, Allen can be moved across the formation...something that Coen is likely to utilize. Travis Etienne is still there as the lead back, but the Jaguars could use a multi-headed RBBC with Etienne, Allen, Bhayshul Tuten, and Tank Bigsby. |
Jets | Braelon Allen to be NY's David Montgomery? Wed Jul 16, 01:24 AM
New York Jets RB Braelon Allen could fill a 'David Montgomery, power-running type' for the Jets this year, in the opinion of Zack Rosenblatt of The Athletic, who writes that the Jets are modeling their offense on the Detroit Lions with RB Breece Hall filling the role of Jahmyr Gibbs. Rosenblatt adds that Allen will have 'plenty of opportunities in 2025 to make his mark and prove he can be the long-term starter' with Hall set for free agency after the season.
| Footballguys view: Allen is not the runner that Montgomery is in a 1-for-1 comparison (Allen still dances a bit too much despite his size), but we love this idea. We'll see how Allen performs in this new system, and if he does well not only will he be more fantasy relevant but his dynasty stock would rise if he's seen as a clear-cut starter of the future with the Jets. Allen has a current ADP of RB54. |
Lions | Jahmyr Gibbs hints at more work as a receiver Tue Jul 15, 03:05 PM
Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs recently told reporters that he was 'being split out (during offseason work)... way more than I was the past two years.''I gotta learn the formations for this, but I'm being split out ... like way more than I was the past two years. That's good, that's going to be fun. I've been waiting on that. (New offensive coordinator John Morton) wants me to be more involved in it, so that's what he plans on doing,' Gibbs said.
| Footballguys view: Morton replaced Ben Johnson as the team's OC this offseason. And while Morton has said he won't be making wholesale changes to an already-successful scheme (the Lions scored the most points in the league last season), this adjustment makes sense. As Profootballtalk.com put it, "Gibbs scored 20 touchdowns for the Lions last season, so there's not much need to elaborate on why the team would want to find more ways to put the ball in his hands." Gibbs, who caught 104 passes over his first two NFL seasons, is being drafted as the RB3 with the fifth pick overall. |
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Chargers | Najee Harris due back soon Tue Jul 15, 11:01 AM
Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is expected to be on the field sooner rather than later and will not miss games, according to NFL insider Ian Rapoport.
| Footballguys view: Harris suffered an eye injury during a fireworks incident at a Fourth of July event. Assuming Harris makes good on the reporting, he'll likely open the season sharing the Chargers' backfield with 22nd overall draft pick Omarion Hampton. Again, Hampton is currently being drafted as RB16 in Round 4. Harris is RB34 with a ninth-round price. |
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Rams | Kyren Williams closer to extension? Mon Jul 14, 12:24 AM
Los Angeles Rams RB Kyren Williams could have a contract extension worked out 'by the end of training camp,' according to Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic.
| Footballguys view: Rodrigue went on to suggest the Rams will not pay top-market money for a running back, but Williams is a team leader and one of the more productive at his position in the NFL. He doesn't hit "home run" explosives, but he tied among his peers for the third-most rushing touchdowns in 2024 (14) and ranked seventh in total rushing yards (1,299). With or without a new deal, Williams is going as RB12 with an early third-round average draft position. |
Steelers | Cordarrelle Patterson on the roster bubble? Sun Jul 13, 11:17 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers RB/WR Cordarrelle Patterson could be in jeopardy of not making the team's 53-man roster, in the opinion of The Athletic's Mike DeFabo.
| Footballguys view: How many running backs are the Steelers going to keep on the roster? By selecting Kaleb Johnson (shades of Demarco Murray to his game) in the second round, the room is packed in Pittsburgh. We should see Johnson team with Jaylen Warren to give the Steelers a 1-2 punch from the backfield. Behind those two, guys like Kenneth Gainwell, Trey Sermon, and Patterson are competing for roster spots. Due to his versatility, a spot on the practice squad could be meant for Patterson if he doesn't make the 53-man roster out of training camp. |
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Giants | Dante Miller could make team Sun Jul 13, 09:24 AM
New York Giants RB Dante Miller, who spent the bulk of the 2024 season on the practice squad, appears to have a good chance of making the 53-man roster because there will be a greater emphasis on returners due to the NFL's new kickoff rules, in the opinion of The Athletic's Dan Duggan.
| Footballguys view: Undrafted out of South Carolina in 2024 (didn't play in 2023 due to eligibility issues), Miller came into the league with 4.2 speed. He is a blur with the ball in his hands, and Miller has been developing with the Giants on their practice squad for a year. In return leagues with super deep rosters, we're keeping an eye on his growth. |
Titans | Not many long runs for Tyjae Spears Sat Jul 12, 02:41 PM
Tennessee Titans RB Tyjae Spears rushed for at least 12 yards in only two of his 84 carries during the 2024 NFL season.
| Footballguys view: Things should open up for Spears and Tony Pollard on the ground with QB Cam Ward under center. Defenses are going to dare Ward to beat them as a passer, but they'll also be focused on stopping him as a runner too. That could create more space for the running backs. All reports this offseason have been positive about Spears, and there's plenty of buzz about him getting more touches in 2025...although Spears and Pollard will still be sharing the workload. |
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NFL | Nyheim Hines looking to a returner initially Sat Jul 12, 02:16 PM
Free-agent RB Nyheim Hines (Browns) said he believes he can help a team right away as a kick or punt returner and hopes to have a chance to earn a role in the offense after learning the playbook.
| Footballguys view: Hines (knee) believes his knee is ready for NFL action almost two years to the date he tore his ACL in a jet-ski accident. His experience on special teams and ability as a receiver out of the backfield will get interest from teams out there looking for a veteran back. With the Colts and Bills in 2022, Hines caught 30 passes for 241 yards and one touchdown, and also returned 19 kicks for 554 yards and two scores. |
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Broncos | RJ Harvey remains unsigned Sat Jul 12, 02:10 PM
Denver Broncos second round draft choice RB RJ Harvey has not signed his rookie contract as this point even though the Broncos rookies are scheduled to report for training camp Wednesday, July 16.
| Footballguys view: Deals get done at deadlines, so we'll have to circle back here in the middle of next week. Harvey is expected to split time with JK Dobbins in the Broncos backfield. The rookie from UCF was a player the Broncos added in the second round, and HC Sean Payton is really excited about his potential. While Harvey is not Payton's new Alvin Kamara, he could at least perform similarly to the way Darren Sproles did with the Saints. That sort of role comes with flex appeal for Fantasy GMs. |
Lions | Jahmyr Gibbs posts terrific average in 2024 Sat Jul 12, 11:51 AM
Detroit Lions RB Jahmyr Gibbs averaged 5.65 yards per carry during the 2024 season, which ranked third in the NFL in that category.
| Footballguys view: Many factors come into play when looking at the healthy YPC Gibbs gets on the ground. First, he's one of the most explosive players in the league at any position. Next, Gibbs is great when it comes to juking defenders and creating his own space with speed and quickness. Also, the Lions have a great passing game so Gibbs rarely faces a stacked box full of defenders tasked with stopping the run. Expect Gibbs to continue gashing defenses for around five yards per carry in 2025. |
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49ers | Kyle Juszczyk never wanted to leave SF Sat Jul 12, 11:04 AM
During a brief period this offseason when FB Kyle Juszczyk was a free agent after being released by the San Francisco 49ers, he visited the Pittsburgh Steelers. Although he was impressed with the Steeler organization, Juszczyk had been told by 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan that there was a possibility that he could return to them. 'It was a different experience,' Juszczyk said of his meeting with Pittsburgh. 'It was a chance to go look at a different team and I felt a lot of love from them. I got excited for a second about what possibly could be, about new beginnings and fitting into a new offense, all that type of stuff. And I genuinely enjoyed my time with Arthur Smith and Mike Tomlin so much. I have so much respect for those guys. But at the end of the day, it just wasn't enough to trump what I had in San Francisco. I just couldn't pull the plug.'
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49ers | Christian McCaffrey looking as good as ever? Fri Jul 11, 01:18 PM
San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey 'looks incredible ... and so explosive,' according to FB Kyle Juszczyk.
| Footballguys view: It's a small quote, and these are the type of things often heard in the offseason. "Player A" in the best shape of his life! "Player B" going to be better than ever! That's all nice and well, but with McCaffrey everyone already knows how talented he is at full strength. Fantasy GMs who are taking McCaffrey near the end of the first round (current ADP of RB5) will have to have a plan in place if he misses more time. Isaac Guerendo is in line to be McCaffrey's primary backup in 2025. |
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Chargers | Najee Harris likely to miss start of camp Fri Jul 11, 11:23 AM
Updating previous reports, Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) is likely to miss the start of training camp due to the eye injury suffered from a fireworks mishap.
| Footballguys view: Harris will be ready to go by the start of the regular season. If he misses time at the beginning of camp that gives rookie first-round pick Omarion Hampton a larger chance to impress. The Chargers are going to have a full-fledged RBBC in a Jim Harbaugh run-heavy offense. That means Harris and Hampton will share the workload, frustrate Fantasy GMs, and likely each produce as flex options due to this split. |
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Titans | Tyjae Spears may see more work Fri Jul 11, 10:45 AM
Tennessee Titans RB Tyjae Spears looked explosive during offseason workouts and is expected to receive a bigger role in the offense this upcoming season, in the opinion of TennesseeTitans.com's Jim Wyatt.
| Footballguys view: Earlier this year, Titans HC Brian Callahan said "I think we can do a better job managing that load so they both play a little more evenly" when discussing how the team could split time with Spears and Tony Pollard. Spears is a complete back, but the Titans have primarily used him on passing downs. We'll see if that changes this year, and we've got Spears at RB41 in our consensus rankings. |
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Chargers | Najee Harris suffers injury Fri Jul 11, 08:51 AM
Los Angeles Chargers RB Najee Harris (eye) suffered a superficial eye injury during a Fourth of July event but should be ready for the start of the 2025 season, according to agent Doug Hendrickson.
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Rams | Jarquez Hunter to add speed element Thu Jul 10, 10:53 AM
Los Angeles Rams fourth-round pick RB Jarquez Hunter was eighth in FBS last season with 42 explosive rushes. He had the second-highest explosive rush rate (10+ yards) among FBS backs with more than 150 carries last year.
| Footballguys view: Hunter was a stud running back for Auburn, and now he brings that speed and never-say-die attitude to the Rams. With his speed, Hunter led the SEC with 6.4 yards per carry in 2024. Hunter also had plenty of explosive plays, with 42 carries of 10 yards or more (sixth most in the FBS last year). The Rams traded up for Hunter in the fourth round, but as a rookie he'll have to carve out what could be a limited amount of playing time behind Kyren Williams and Blake Corum. |
Rams | Blake Corum impressing Thu Jul 10, 10:43 AM
Los Angeles Rams RB Blake Corum showed explosiveness in organized team activities, according to running backs coach Ron Gould. 'He's gotten his speed back, so his explosiveness has come back,' Gould said. 'We had a chance to just see that, and then his ability to come out of cuts, which is something that we saw in the junior year and part of his senior year.' Corum has displayed more explosive tendencies during training camp than he did last season.
| Footballguys view: Corum is in line to be the primary backup to Kyren Williams. He's going to have to compete with rookie Jarquez Hunter for that spot, and it sounds like the second-year pro is impressing this offseason. We'll watch this competition in training camp and the preseason. Even though Corum's rookie season was 'meh' (3.6 yards per carry will do that), we still like him in dynasty formats. |
Eagles | AJ Dillon's spot in question? Thu Jul 10, 10:43 AM
Philadelphia Eagles RB AJ Dillon's 'isn't even a sure-shot' to make the 53-man roster, according to Geoff Mosher of PhillyVoice.com.
| Footballguys view: No surprise here. The Eagles have Saquon Barkley atop the depth chart, and Will Shipley may be the primary backup. Shipley and Dillon will compete for that spot, but Dillon lacks the three-down ability the team may be looking for in that role. Dillon's best bet to a roster spot is to prove himself as a short-yardage and goal line option for the Eagles. |
Titans | Kalel Mullings on track for camp Thu Jul 10, 10:43 AM
Tennessee Titans RB Kalel Mullings (undisclosed) is expected to be a full participant when training camp starts despite missing some offseason work because of an undisclosed injury.
| Footballguys view: A converted linebacker at Michigan, Mullings was an absolute hammer playing running back for two seasons with the Wolverines. He brings that size and power to the NFL, and the rookie could be the best short-yardage and goal line option for the Titans. That means we could be looking at a three-headed RBBC with Tony Pollard and Tyjae Spears. |
Eagles | Nyheim Hines could be an option Wed Jul 9, 03:48 PM
Free-agent RB Nyheim Hines (Browns) could receive interest from the Philadelphia Eagles once he is healthy, in the opinion of EaglesWire's Victor Williams. Hines has played under head coach Nick Sirianni when they were both with the Indianapolis Colts.
| Footballguys view: The Eagles are constantly looking for talent, even as one of the most talented teams in the league. Hines would give the Eagles a veteran receiving back to fill in if/when Saquon Barkley needs a breather. Right now, that job likely goes to Will Shipley. |
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Dolphins | Jaylen Wright likely to see bigger role Wed Jul 9, 01:10 PM
Miami Dolphins RB Jaylen Wright likely will be asked to take a bigger workload this upcoming season and may be used as a inside runner in the offense, in the opinion of DolphinsWire's Jason Sarney.
| Footballguys view: We are excited to see more from Wright. The Dolphins have a ton of speed on offense, and Wright fits that bill. With a current ADP of RB52, we love drafting and stashing Wright to see what he can do this year. He'll begin the season as the primary backup to De'Von Achane but it sounds like there might be some work for him here (that could make him fantasy relevant) even if Achane is healthy. |
Chargers | Kimani Vidal fighting for No. 3 role Wed Jul 9, 10:30 AM
Los Angeles Chargers RB Kimani Vidal 'will have to shine in other areas' in order to lock down the No. 3 role behind Omarion Hampton and Najee Harris, in the opinion of Chargers Wire's Spencer Schultz.
| Footballguys view: We appreciate Vidal's game, especially because he brings a different skill set to the field than the top-2 backs (Harris and Hampton) on the roster. Vidal is a compact player with good receiving ability in the open field. In addition to what he does as a receiver (and as a runner), Vidal will have to prove himself in pass protection and perhaps get some work in on special teams to lock down the no.3 role for the Chargers. |
NFL | Nyheim Hines waiting for another chance to play Mon Jul 7, 02:48 PM
Free-agent RB Nyheim Hines (knee) believes his knee is ready for a return to action almost two years to the date he tore his anterior cruciate ligament in a jet-ski accident, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter.
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Giants | Tyrone Tracy Jr. hoping to be less fumble-prone Sat Jul 5, 11:25 AM
New York Giants RB Tyrone Tracy Jr., who finished his rookie campaign with five fumbles, has been working on holding on to the football. He purchased a grip strengthener this offseason that he uses every night and he feels that it has made a difference.
| Footballguys view: Tracy is a talented back who can thrive as a runner or receiver out of the backfield, but that doesn't matter if he can't hang onto the ball. In addition to ball security, Tracy needs to improve his pass-protection ability. Rookie Cam Skattebo is there to compete for playing time, and errors by Tracy could open the door for the young power back. |
Vikings | Ty Chandler not a lock for roster? Fri Jul 4, 10:08 AM
Minnesota Vikings RB Ty Chandler likely needs an 'inspiring training camp' in order to secure a roster spot, according to Alec Lewis of The Athletic.
| Footballguys view: The Vikings appeared to sour on Chandler during the 2024 season even though they had big hopes for him going into the year. They traded for Cam Akers in October and quickly phased out Chandler. Akers wasn't re-signed (he's in New Orleans now), but the Vikings traded for Jordan Mason, who will be in a committee with Aaron Jones. It's possible the team only carries two backs into the season, but if they have a third and it's not Ty Chandler, two undrafted free agents - Zavier Scott and Tre Stewart - are the other two backs on currently on the roster. |
Rams | Kyren Williams outstanding in red zone Fri Jul 4, 10:08 AM
Los Angeles Rams RB Kyren Williams recorded all 14 of his rushing touchdowns in the red zone during the 2024 NFL season. He also caught both of his receiving touchdowns in the red zone.
| Footballguys view: The Rams have drafted running backs in the third round (Blake Corum) and fourth round (Jarquez Hunter) in the last two drafts, and both are bigger than Williams. Don't expect Williams to cede that red zone role, though, as the Rams love him, and are seeking to sign him to a long-term extension. Williams is a clear lead back in a great offense, but he's still available in the third round of fantasy drafts. |
Eagles | Saquon Barkley better in second half of games Fri Jul 4, 10:08 AM
Philadelphia Eagles RB Saquon Barkley rushed for 1,245 yards and eight touchdowns during the second half of games during the 2024 season. He posted 760 rushing yards and five rushing touchdowns in the first half of games.
| Footballguys view: The Eagles will want to keep Barkley fresh after a 480+ touch season when the postseason is added to his final numbers. 2024 fourth round pick Will Shipley had a great spring and should play the Kenneth Gainwell role at a minimum after Gainwell signed with Pittsburgh in free agency. AJ Dillon is coming back from a neck injury and could be the early down backup, but Shipley is talented enough to claim that role too. When you are putting together a list of backup running backs to target late in your draft, Shipley should be on it. |
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Jaguars | Rookie RB could handle third-down role Thu Jul 3, 01:08 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars RBs Bhayshul Tuten and LeQuint Allen 'make sense as potential fill-ins on third downs thanks to their abilities as pass-catchers out of the backfield and the success each had pass-blocking in college,' according to SI.com's John Shipley.
| Footballguys view: Tuten is an exciting player with the ball in his hands. He loves the East-West cuts as a runner, and Tuten can be difficult for defenders to line up for a tackle. He had zero drops in 2024 and can be a reliable receiver out of the backfield. Allen has some James Cook to his game. He's got build-up speed, and Allen can make quick cuts with creativity as a runner. We like both rookie runners in dynasty formats. |
Chiefs | Elijah Mitchell should make team Thu Jul 3, 11:47 AM
Kansas City Chiefs RB Elijah Mitchell should make the team, given good health, in the opinion of beat writer Jesse Newell.
| Footballguys view: It will be interesting to see if Mitchell can stay healthy because everyone knows he has talent to produce in the NFL. As a rookie in 2021, Mitchell was nearly a 1,000-yard rusher for the 49ers but he's only played in 16 games over the next three years (and missed all of 2024 due to a hamstring injury). If healthy, Mitchell will work into the backfield rotation with Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt. |
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Bills | James Cook expected at camp Thu Jul 3, 11:47 AM
Buffalo Bills RB James Cook is expected to report for the start of training camp despite his contract situation.
| Footballguys view: Repeat after me; "deals get done at deadlines." The deadline is the beginning of training camp coming up at the end of the month. We'll see if the two sides can come to an agreement before then. Reports indicate Cook wants a new contract that pays him around $15 million annually. |
Packers | Josh Jacobs a big factor in back half of 2024 Thu Jul 3, 11:47 AM
Green Bay Packers RB Josh Jacobs rushed for 12 of his 15 touchdowns during the second half of the 2024 NFL season even though he rushed for 667 yards in the first half and 662 yards in the second half.
| Footballguys view: Jacobs was a stud for the Packers last year. In 17 games, Jacobs ran 301 times for 1329 yards and a career-high 15 touchdowns. He also added a career-best 9.5 yards per reception on 43 targets. This year, Fantasy GMs are taking Jabobs off the board in the second or third round with a current ADP of RB10. |
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Lions | David Montgomery found end zone early in 2024 Thu Jul 3, 11:47 AM
Detroit Lions RB David Montgomery recorded nine of his 12 rushing touchdowns in the first half of games during the 2024 NFL season.
| Footballguys view: Montgomery is a player who sets the tone for the Lions offense. In 2025, Montgomery will once again work in tandem with Jahmyr Gibbs to give Detroit one of the best 1-2 punches in the league. While Gibbs is going off the board at RB3 in fantasy drafts, you can get Montgomery around RB24. |
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Jaguars | Bhayshul Tuten needs to improve pass blocking Wed Jul 2, 11:28 AM
Jacksonville Jaguars RB Bhayshul Tuten needs to improve his pass protection, according to head coach Liam Coen. 'From protection systems in college to the pros, that's usually where you see some of the tempo slow down for them - playing slower, thinking more - is when pass-pro starts to kind of bog the mind,' Coen said in June, explaining that teaching the 'why' for backs to learn several variations of footwork that pair with pass proection can slow down a back in that phase of the offseason.
| Footballguys view: Often compared to Miami's De'Von Achane, Tuten can take one cut and use his 4.32-second speed to explode down the field with ease. But he'll need to prove he can protect Trevor Lawrence -- and secure the football. Tuten fumbled the ball nine times over his last two seasons at Virginia Tech. Then, on Day 1 of Jaguars organized team activities, Tuten proved that it remains an issue, as he lost the ball on his first rep of the day. So, the athleticism and play-making ability are there. But Tuten has work to do. |
Panthers | Less work moving forward for Chuba Hubbard? Wed Jul 2, 12:52 AM
Carolina Panthers RB Chuba Hubbard finished with 250 carries in 2024 - the 11th most in the league and second most among all running backs who played 15 games or fewer. It is a number that will drop in 2025 in part because the Panthers want Hubbard to be fresh for four more seasons at a minimum, according to Alex Zietlow of the Charlotte Observer.
| Footballguys view: With Jonathon Brooks slow to return from his 2023 ACL tear, Hubbard was the starter from Day 1 last season. He was fed a ton as the team tried to figure out how good he could be and whether he was worth an extension. He was good enough to earn a four-year deal. Zietlow acknowledges Hubbard will still receive a majority of the touches -- most notably at the goal line, where Hubbard running behind Robert Hunt was one of the most reliable plays in the Dave Canales playbook. Even with a slightly lighter workload, Hubbard's priced right at RB18. |
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Broncos | Denver hoping for consistency from J.K. Dobbins Wed Jul 2, 12:16 AM
Denver Broncos RB J.K. Dobbins will be needed to 'deliver a consistent presence in the backfield,' in the opinion of The Athletic's Nick Kosmider, who writes that Dobbins could be an 'every-down staple' for the offense.
| Footballguys view: Dobbins posted nine touchdowns and more than 1,000 yards from scrimmage as he was the runner-up for Comeback Player of the Year honors with the Chargers in 2024. He ranked fourth in the NFL in percentage of rush attempts that resulted in a gain of at least 10 yards. Head coach Sean Payton said Dobbins' running balance and instincts stand out on film. There is competition in Denver. Rookie RJ Harvey will play a prominent role and the Broncos return four running backs who had carries last season: Audric Estime, Jaleel McLaughlin, Blake Watson, and Tyler Badie. |
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Commanders | Brian Robinson Jr. a standout in camp Tue Jul 1, 01:06 AM
Washington Commanders RB Brian Robinson Jr. has had 'a good offseason,' per head coach Dan Quinn, who added that you could feel the running back's 'urgency and intensity.' Robinson is healthy as well heading into a contract year.
| Footballguys view: If healthy, Washington's lead runner could recapture his early-season form (he averaged 4.6 yards per carry through Week 9). The Athletic's Jacob Robinson advised readers to keep an eye on rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt, too, as he's the only back who could unseat Robinson. Meanwhile, Robinson is being drafted as RB30 in ongoing drafts. |