Outlook: Despite finishing as the RB11 overall in fantasy in 2023, Cook ranked as just RB19 on a points-per-game basis, highlighting the reality that much of his final ranking had more to do with him simply staying healthy than it did him delivering elite fantasy production. Cook has been touted as a proficient pass-catching back, but he ranked 17th at the running back position in receptions with just 44 throughout the season. Cook did, however, manage to join the elite club of running backs with over 1,000 rushing yards, finishing fourth with 1,122 yards on the ground. Despite this impressive feat, he only scored two rushing touchdowns, suggesting potential positive regression in the upcoming season.

The addition of Ray Davis in the Bills' roster could impact Cook's red zone usage, given Davis's notable collegiate success with 20 touchdowns in his final season. While Cook is expected to maintain a solid floor, his scarcity in touchdowns may limit his spike weeks. Nonetheless, with potential increased opportunities near the goal line and sustained health, he remains a reliable mid-to-high-end RB2 and could even remain a low-end RB1 in 2024 if he's able to stay healthy again.

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Outlook: If lightning could run, it would wear a Hawaiian blue #26 jersey. Detroit certainly raised some eyebrows when they made Gibbs the 12th overall pick in the 2023 draft, but instead eyeballs popped, as the rookie rolled up 11 touchdowns and 1,261 total yards on just 234 touches. Despite splitting the backfield with David Montgomery and not scoring his first NFL touchdown until Week 7, Gibbs often looked like played with his speed setting turned up, as he finished as a strong RB1 in both standard and PPR leagues. OC Ben Johnson deployed him all over the offense, using him on sweeps, screens, inside gaps, and wheel routes. His 52 receptions were good for 9th among backs, and this is the area I expect the most growth. Montgomery's usage at the goal line likely limits his touchdown upside, but the offensive coaches have already gone on record about their desire to make Gibbs a bigger part of the passing game. Look for the Lions to deploy their backs in a similar rotation this season, but if Gibbs can carve out an additional 20-25 touches, he's got a chance to crack the top-5.

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