Boston Scott Expected To Return Kicks

New Orleans Saints running back Boston Scott said he expects to "be doing kickoff returns" and also thinks he'll be "in the mix" for punt returns. Scott will likely be third on the depth chart behind Alvin Kamara and Mike Gillislee with Mark Ingram suspended to begin the season. Unless your league counts return yardage, […]

James White (RB, NE) - 2018 Fantasy Football Draft Value

BALLER MOVE: Target ~110 CURRENT ADP: ~120 ANALYSIS: New England Patriots running back James White is obviously a much better option in PPR formats, having failed to reach the 200 yard rushing barrier in his four seasons with the Patriots. The hero of the team's victory against the Falcons in the 2017 Super Bowl, White has carved […]

J.D. McKissic Placed On IR

The Seattle Seahawks placed running back J.D. McKissic (foot) on Injured Reserve on Monday and claimed linebacker Jermaine Grace off waivers from the Browns in a corresponding move, according to ESPN's Field Yates. McKissic will be eligible to return to the team after Week 8. The team will open the year with Chris Carson as […]

Elijah McGuire Put On IR

The New York Jets placed running back Elijah McGuire (foot) on Injured Reserve on Monday. They signed linebacker Jeremiah Attaochu in a corresponding move. McGuire injured his foot on the first day of training camp and will be eligible to return in Week 9. He ran for 315 yards and had 17 catches in 2017 […]

Justin Jackson Waived By Chargers

The Los Angeles Chargers waived running back Justin Jackson on Monday in order to make room for veteran tight end Antonio Gates on the 53-man roster. Jackson was a seventh-round pick in this year's draft but lost out on a roster spot to fellow rookie Detrez Newsome after missing most of training camp and the […]

Cowboys Re-Sign Deonte Thompson, Bo Scarbrough

The Dallas Cowboys re-signed wide receiver Deonte Thompson and rookie running back Bo Scarbrough on Monday after cutting them over the weekend. Thompson signed a one-year deal with a $1 million signing bonus, while Scarbrough was added to the practice squad. Dallas also placed wideout Noah Brown (hamstring) on Injured Reserve. Thompson had 38 catches […]

Donnel Pumphrey To Work Out For Lions

Free-agent running back Donnel Pumphrey will work out for the Detroit Lions on Tuesday, according to a source. Pumphrey was released by the Eagles over the weekend after being unable to stay healthy. The undersized back didn't play at all in his rookie season and might just be an option Detroit's practice squad.

Royce Freeman To Be Listed As Starter

Denver Broncos rookie running back Royce Freeman is expected to be listed as the starter ahead of Devontae Booker on the team's first regular season depth chart on Monday, according to a source. Freeman is expected to start in Week 1 against the Seahawks after being listed as the No. 2 behind Booker during the […]

LeSean McCoy Eligible To Play In Week 1

Buffalo Bills running back LeSean McCoy will be eligible to play in the team's Week 1 game against the Ravens and is not being placed on the commissioner's exempt list at this point. Police in Georgia continue to investigate a July home invasion at a house owned by McCoy, during which his former girlfriend allegedly […]

Jack Conklin Progressing Nicely

Tennessee Titans right tackle Jack Conklin (knee) is progressing nicely and will be cleared when doctors think he's healthy enough to do so. Conklin avoided the Physically Unable to Perform list to start the regular season, so he should be able to return sometime before Week 6. Conklin is one of the league's best right […]

Jay Ajayi Back At Practice Monday

Philadelphia Eagles running back Jay Ajayi (leg) returned to practice on Monday. Ajayi had been dealing with an undisclosed lower leg injury, but he'll be fine to play in the season opener against the Falcons on Thursday night. With quarterback Carson Wentz (knee) and wide receiver Alshon Jeffery (shoulder) both out, the Eagles could lean […]

Saquon Barkley Ready For Full Workload

New York Giants rookie running back Saquon Barkley (hamstring) said he's ready for a full workload in Week 1 against the Jaguars. Barkley was held out of some preseason games as a precaution, but his injury was never that serious. The rookie was a first-round pick in most fantasy drafts and is a must-start in […]

Packers Sign Darius Jackson

The Green Bay Packers are signing free-agent running back Darius Jackson to their 53-man roster on Monday. Jackson was cut by the Cowboys. Jackson will serve as depth behind Jamaal Williams and Ty Montgomery to open the season with Aaron Jones suspended. He can be ignored in fantasy.

Jermaine Kearse, Elijah McGuire Not Practicing Monday

New York Jets wide receiver Jermaine Kearse (abdomen) and running back Elijah McGuire (foot) did not practice on Monday. Neither Kearse nor McGuire will suit up for Week 1. With Kearse out, Quincy Enunwa could see more targets across from Robby Anderson. Terrelle Pryor should be the No. 3 receiver in the season opener.

Marlon Mack Doesn't Practice Monday

Indianapolis Colts running back Marlon Mack (hamstring) did not practice on Monday. With a little under a week before the Colts' Week 1 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals, Mack's ability to start should be in serious doubt. Rookie running back Jordan Wilkins is likely to get the starting nod in Mack's absence if he isn't ready […]

David Johnson Adds Weight Ahead of 2018

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson has added weight ahead of the 2018 season. After going on a vegan diet in 2017, Johnson has bulked up to 224 pounds to enter the season. Playing for a contract, it is no surprise that Johnson wants to be able to absorb more hits in a very important […]

Le'Veon Bell Officially Misses Monday's Practice

Updating a previous report, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell missed practice on Monday as his team ramps up to face the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. Bell missed all of the preseason to show his displeasure after the Steelers franchised tagged him for the second consecutive offseason instead of agreeing upon a long-term contract. General […]

Le'Veon Bell Not Yet Seen In Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell has not been spotted at the team's practice facility as of Monday morning. Bell has missed the entire preseason to make a statement after he was unable to procure a long-term contract with the Steelers this offseason. A Steelers teammate told NFL's Aditi Kinkhabwala that there has been "no […]

Last-Round Running Back Lottery Tickets

As draft season comes to an end, it is important to remember that there is good value available late in the drafts. Lottery ticket picks that work out often end up being difference-makers for the fantasy owners that select the aforementioned players. An area that has traditionally been hard to predict, however, is running back. […]

#TrendingNow - Preseason Week 4 Risers and Fallers

The final week of the preseason is in the books and I think we can agree it’s time to just get the season going. Weekly waiver adds, tinkering with your lineup at the last minute and either celebrating a victory or yelling at your phone because you started the wrong guy - it's all glorious […]

To Handcuff or Not to Handcuff at RB?

Handcuffing running backs has been a long-standing practice when it comes to assembling a fantasy team. When you draft a stud running back in a great situation, you're hoping you can keep a hold on that situation all season. We've seen backup running backs carry teams to championships in the past, such as the famous […]

Joe Mixon, Giovani Bernard Head Up Queen City RBs

Cincinnati Bengals running backs Joe Mixon and Giovani Bernard sit atop the depth chart on the 53-man roster heading into the regular season. They'll do plenty of heavy lifting, as the team opted to keep just four tailbacks. Mark Walton and Tra Carson fill out the group, with H-Backs Ryan Hewitt and Jordan Franks, as […]

Jonathan Williams Joins Practice Squad

New Orleans Saints running back Jonathan Williams agreed to join the team's practice squad after not making the 53-man roster. Williams just hasn't been able to make an impact as a depth option for New Orleans, but they'll keep him around just in case. Mike Gillislee will be a short-yardage/goal-line option behind Alvin Kamara to […]

Colts Visit With Fitzgerald Toussaint

The Indianapolis Colts hosted free-agent running back Fitzgerald Toussaint for a visit on Sunday, according to a source. Marlon Mack is highly questionable for Week 1 for the Colts, so Indy will kick the tires for running back depth. With Robert Turbin suspended to start the season, Jordan Wilkins and Christine Michael could share the […]

Isaiah Crowell, Bilal Powell Head Up Backfield

New York Jets running backs Isaiah Crowell and Bilal Powell will be the top two ball carriers for the team, with Elijah McGuire, Trenton Cannon and Lawrence Thomas fighting for scraps. The team chopped down its roster to 53 over the weekend, paring Thomas Rawls, Charcandrick West, George Atkinson and Dimitri Flowers, the latter being […]

Sony Michel Takes Part In Practice Sunday

New England Patriots rookie running back Sony Michel (knee) took part in positional drills on Sunday. While Michel could still be inactive for Week 1 of the regular season, it's a good sign that he's back at practice. Michel might have the most upside of anyone in New England's backfield, but he's currently behind Rex […]

Jay Ajayi To Be Ready For Week 1

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Doug Pederson said running back Jay Ajayi will practice this week and will be ready for the season opener against the Falcons on Thursday. Ajayi should be good to go but may be eased into Week 1. Still, he should be used as an RB2 in the season opener in all […]

Roc Thomas To Open Season As Fourth RB

Minnesota Vikings rookie running back Roc Thomas has made the team's final 53-man roster as the fourth running back on the depth chart. He'll be behind Dalvin Cook, Latavius Murray and fellow rookie Michael Boone. Thomas will be fighting for scraps and special teams work, so he's not an option in redraft leagues unless injuries […]

Elijhaa Penny Among Final Cuts

Arizona Cardinals running back Elijhaa Penny was among the team's final roster cuts on Saturday. Behind bell-cow back David Johnson, the Cardinals will go with rookie Chase Edmunds and TJ Logan. Penny is a candidate to join the practice squad.

Patriots Cut Brandon Bolden, Riley McCarron

The New England Patriots cut running back Brandon Bolden, wide receiver Riley McCarron and tight end Will Tye on Saturday. McCarron is a surprising cut because of his youth, but he wasn't able to win a spot and help out with depth with Julian Edelman suspended the first four games. Both McCarron and Bolden could […]