Avoid LeGarrette Blount In Week 4

Detroit Lions running back LeGarrette Blount's touches have doubled each game through the first three weeks of the season. On 28 total carries, all he has to show is 83 yards and no touchdowns. As a touchdown-dependent option, Blount only has three yards on four carries in the redzone. With Kerryon Johnson rushing for 100 […]

Kerryon Johnson Draws Tough Matchup Against Dallas

Detroit Lions running back Kerryon Johnson broke the century mark in Week 3 against the Patriots. It was the first time a Lions running back did so since Thanksgiving of 2013. However, the Patriots were missing their best defensive lineman, and their defense already isn't that strong to begin with. Now, Johnson get to face […]

Nyheim Hines Should Be Avoided In Week 4

After a Week 1 performance that saw him post 11 points in PPR formats, Indianapolis Colts running back Nyheim Hines was an interesting topic around fantasy circles. However, after back-to-back weeks of next to no production, his stock continues to fall. If it weren't for a well-earned touchdown in Week 2, he would have nine […]

Jordan Wilkins Could See Increased Workload In Week 4

Despite rain and an ineffective passing offense, Indianapolis Colts running back Jordan Wilkins only received six carries last week. While he wasn't highly effective, he should receive more attempts this week. The Houston Texans allowed New York Giants rookie running back Saquon Barkley to average 4.8 yards per carry last week. In addition, veteran Marlon […]

Phillip Lindsay Won't Face Suspension After Week 3 Ejection

Denver Broncos running back Phillip Lindsay will not face a suspension after being ejected from the team's Week 3 matchup with the Ravens for what the referees deemed to be throwing a punch. The second-quarter ejection was unfortunate for both Lindsay and fantasy owners who had him in their lineups alike -- Lindsay had just […]

Marlon Mack Has A Good Matchup In Week 4

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hamstring, foot) returned to practice Wednesday, and the hope is that he will be able to return in Week 4 against the Houston Texans. Mack was limited in Week 2, but he should be healthier this week. In Week 3, the Texans allowed New York Giants rookie running back […]

Chris Carson, Bobby Wagner Limited Wednesday

Seattle Seahawks running back Chris Carson (hip) and linebacker Bobby Wagner (groin) were both limited in practice on Wednesday. Both players should be able to play in Week 3 against the Cardinals, barring setbacks this week. Carson out-touched rookie Rashaad Penny 34-3 in the backfield last week and is once again the unquestioned lead back, […]

Earl Thomas, K.J. Wright Not At Practice

Seattle Seahawks free safety Earl Thomas (non-injury), linebacker K.J. Wright (knee) and running back C.J. Prosise (abdomen) did not practice on Wednesday. Thomas continues to be disgruntled about his contract situation, but no trade appears to be imminent. Despite his unhappiness, he had two interceptions in Week 3 and continues to play at a high […]

Jack Conklin Hopes To Return This Sunday

Tennessee Titans right tackle Jack Conklin (knee) got in a full practice on Wednesday and is hoping to make his season debut in Week 4 against the Eagles. The All-Pro tore his ACL in the playoff loss to the Patriots in January and hasn't played in a game since. Unless Conklin suffers a setback in […]

Marshawn Lynch Limited Wednesday Ahead Of Week 4

Oakland Raiders running back Marshawn Lynch (shoulder) was limited on Wednesday in practice. This is pretty much standard procedure for Lynch at this point, so you should fully expect him to play this Sunday against the Browns. Cleveland's defense is on the rise in 2018, but Lynch has also scored in three straight weeks to […]

Dalvin Cook Questionable For Thursday Night

Minnesota Vikings running back Dalvin Cook (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Thursday night's game against the Rams. Cook will likely come down to a game-time decision, but as of now things don't look good. On a short week, the Vikings will likely play it cautiously with their second-year back. Even if Cook is active, […]

Matt Breida On Track To Play In Week 4

Updating a previous report, San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (knee) was limited in Wednesday’s practice. The development is encouraging as an earlier update indicated Breida would not practice. This puts him on track to suit up Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers. Breida is tied for the NFL lead with 274 yards on […]

Ito Smith A Limited Practice Participant

Atlanta Falcons running back Ito Smith (ribs) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Smith should be able to suit up this Sunday against the Bengals, and he should once again have a role behind Tevin Coleman with Devonta Freeman (knee) expected to miss another game. Smith didn't do anything on the ground last week but […]

David DeCastro, Marcus Gilbert Practice In Full

Pittsburgh Steelers offensive guard David DeCastro (hand) and offensive tackle Marcus Gilbert (hamstring) both practiced in full on Wednesday after missing Week 3. It's looking like both players have a good chance to return in Week 4 against the Ravens. That would be music to the ears of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger and the ground game […]

James White's Value Best Utilized In PPR Formats

New England Patriots running back James White will continue to see his role expand with the news that running back Rex Burkhead has been placed on IR. White has enjoyed an active start to his season, with 14 receptions, two touchdowns and 191 yards from scrimmage. But White struggles to break tackles once he gets […]

LeSean McCoy Says He's Playing This Week

Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy (ribs), who was limited in practice Wednesday, said he will play in Week 4 against the Packers. McCoy sat out the surprising Week 3 upset over the Vikings, and he's averaging 3.8 yards per carry on 16 totes in two games in 2018. It's been an uphill battle for […]

Joe Mixon Does Not Practice Wednesday

Despite being on the field on Wednesday, Cincinnati Bengals running back Joe Mixon (knee) only had his helmet on and no pads and didn't officially practice. There's a small sliver of a possibility that Mixon returns in Week 4 against the Falcons, but it's unlikely unless he makes a lot of progress over the next […]

Marlon Mack Limited In Practice Ahead Of Week 4

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hamstring) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Mack just can't seem to get healthy this year, but he could still suit up this Sunday against the Texans at less than 100 percent. He has only 10 carries for 34 yards on the year. Ideally, he would see the most […]

Sony Michel Needs To Step Up

New England Patriots running back Sony Michel will look to build off of his team-high 14 carries in Week 3 when the Patriots take on the Dolphins this Sunday. The rookie now has a huge opportunity moving forward with the news that Rex Burkhead was placed on IR this week. Michel has put together some […]

Blaine Gabbert, David Fluellen Miss Practice

Tennessee Titans quarterback Blaine Gabbert (concussion) and running back David Fluellen (groin) did not practice on Wednesday. Gabbert could be forced to sit out in favor of Austin Davis as the backup to Marcus Mariota this weekend against the Eagles. Fluellen is behind both Derrick Henry and Dion Lewis on the depth chart and is […]

Tarik Cohen Has Touchdown Upside Against Tampa Bay

Chicago Bears running back Tarik Cohen has 134 all-purpose yards through three games heading into the Bears Week 4 matchup against the Buccaneers. Cohen has the speed and elusiveness to take it to the house at any point but the Bears offense has struggled producing big plays through three games. Cohen and Co. will go […]

Jordan Howard Looks To Bust Loose Against Bucs

Chicago Bears running back Jordan Howard is off to solid, if unspectacular, start to his season with 256 yards from scrimmage and one touchdown through three games. The Bears running game is still looking to find its rhythm but Howard has improved his standing in the offense with his ability to catch the football out […]

Matt Breida Won't Practice Wednesday

San Francisco 49ers running back Matt Breida (knee) will not practice on Wednesday, according to head coach Kyle Shanahan. Breida will need to get in at least limited practices the rest of the week to have a shot at playing in Week 4 against the Chargers. If he isn't able to play, Alfred Morris should […]

Giovani Bernard Limited Wednesday

Cincinnati Bengals running back Giovani Bernard (thigh) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Also limited were left tackle Cordy Glenn (knee), slot cornerback Darqueze Dennard (calf) and cornerback Dre Kirkpatrick (groin). With Joe Mixon (knee) working his way back but expected to miss at least another week, Bernard should once again lead the backfield in […]

Alvin Kamara Limited In Practice

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (knee) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Kamara's injury doesn't appear to be very serious, but it's something to watch as the week progresses. The RB1 had 16 carries for 66 yards and a whopping 15 receptions for 124 yards in Week 3. He hasn't found the end […]

Saquon Barkley An RB1 Despite Matchup Against Saints

New York Giants running back Saquon Barkley will face a Saints defense that has been horrendous in the passing game but has allowed the third fewest fantasy points to opposing running backs. But Barkley has shown he is not your average back and has 353 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns through three games. The […]

Jonathan Stewart, Eli Apple, Damon Harrison Miss Practice

New York Giants running back Jonathan Stewart (foot), wide receiver Cody Latimer (knee), cornerback Eli Apple (groin) and defensive tackle Damon Harrison (knee) all missed practice on Wednesday. It's not a good sign to start the week, but they could have a chance at playing this Sunday if they return to practice in the next […]

Jay Ajayi, Darren Sproles Missing Practice

Philadelphia Eagles running backs Jay Ajayi (back) and Darren Sproles (hamstring) missed practice again on Wednesday. The Eagles continue to play it slow with both running backs, and their weeks aren't off to a great start if they hope to play against the Titans in Week 4. If they are both inactive again this Sunday, […]

Alvin Kamara Continues RB1 Status Against Giants

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara already has 430 yards from scrimmage and three touchdowns through three games heading into Week 4. Kamara has been dynamite as the lead back in the Saints offensive attack and will go up against a Giants defense that has been stout against the run in the first month […]

Wendell Smallwood Should Not Start in Week 4

Philadelphia Eagles running back Wendell Smallwood could have more of a legitimate role on offense after a strong Week 3 performance, but he won't be on the field enough to develop a fantasy-relevant role. The Tennessee Titans feature a defense that has allowed the eighth-fewest yards to opposing running backs, and the Eagles backfield could […]