Denver has found a successful formula with their backfield. Veteran
Gordon looks as fresh as ever, and rookie Williams has provided
a dual threat, big play chain mover as the 1A. The 1-2 punch of
the running game has allowed Denver to be conservative on offense,
and efficient on defense. The duo has combined for 15 total touchdowns,
and in games where the Broncos can maintain a positive game script,
both backs are good for 15+ touches.
It’s been a tumultuous season for Robinson and the Jags. Their
latest debacle was a shutout loss to the Titans that saw Robinson
lead the team with 4 rushing yards. Yes, it was that bad. It’s
been quite some time since Robinson’s hot four-game stretch
in October, but I expect Jacksonville to lean on the run game in
a home game against a miserable Houston team.
Dolphins RBs vs NYJ
With Covid devastating this backfield, the starting options for
Miami could range from Myles
Gaskin, Salvon
Ahmed to Malcolm
Brown to the ghost of Lamar
Miller, but whoever takes the bulk of carries against the Jets
is almost assured of quality production. New York has been shredded
by backs this season giving up by far the most fantasy production.
Their lack of gap discipline and athleticism in the 2nd and 3rd
layers of the defense means they are constantly gashed on the ground.
Keep an eye on the depth chart in Miami through the week.
Grab Some Pine
Lions RBs vs ARI
Injuries and Covid have decimated backfields across the league,
and the Lions are no exception. Down to the likes of practice squad
call-up Craig Reynolds (granted he was decent last week), this position
group is an absolute mess. If Jamaal Williams is cleared by gametime
he probably leads the backfield, but a three-way spit is also likely.
Facing an afternoon of negative game script, please avoid this backfield
entirely.
Will Sanders return healthy after the bye? How much of the touch
share will Howard, Scott and Gainwell command? The real question
you should be asking is how badly do I need to rely on Sanders if
he plays? It’s much more effective to attack Washington through
the air, so I’m just not sure how much fantasy juice you can
squeeze here.
The return of Latavius Murray, the poor matchup, and a potentially
hobbled Lamar Jackson are all checks against Freeman this week.
Sure he’s been surprisingly effective this season, and you
might be forced to play him, but my expectations are quite low.
