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The Shot Caller's Report - Wk 7 Running Backs



By Colby Cavaliere | 10/21/21 |
Bye Weeks: BUF, DAL, JAX, LAC, MIN, PIT
QBs | RBs | WRs

James Conner

Grab a Helmet

James Conner vs HOU

One dimensional, and not exactly efficient with his carries (3.4 y.p.c), Conner still has five rushing touchdowns in the first six games, and is sure to have a positive game script against a Houston team getting absolutely gashed by running backs. The Texans have yielded the 6th most fantasy points to the position, making Conner an acceptable RB2 this week.

Miles Sanders @ LV

I realize this season has been a disaster for Sanders and the Eagle running game. He’s yet to find the endzone, and still isn’t seeing double digit carries on a consistent basis, but there are signs things could get better. Jalen Hurts is proving to be a dual threat, defenses have to respect, and I have to believe this is the week Philly can and will establish a ground game. A lack of meaningful touches, and not performance or ability is holding back Sanders. Look for him to notch his first touchdown against the Raiders.

Darrel Williams @ TEN

Coming off a two touchdown performance and on a Week 7 decimated by injuries and bye weeks, Williams has to be considered a strong RB2 play against Tennessee. The Titans, on a short week, after an emotional Monday night win will allow KC to move the ball at will, putting Williams in a prime position to score. He was already the preferred redzone back, and now with guaranteed work outside the 20’s, he’ll be a solid performer until the return of Edwards-Helaire.

Grab Some Pine

Alex Collins vs. NO (Mon)

Collins put up a hearty performance Sunday night against a stingy Steelers run defense, posting 100+ yards and a score, but a late game hip injury is sure to slow him down this week. Beat up on the road with Rashaad Penny fresh off the confines of IR is not the recipe for a fantasy start, even in a desperate Week 7. If you start Collins you'll have to hope for a touchdown miracle, as yardage accumulation seems incredibly unlikely.

Jamaal Williams @ LAR

Things have veered slightly off course for Williams after a big Week 1. Despite whispers he could make this a nearly even timeshare with D’Andre Swift, injuries and ineffectiveness have drained Williams of his fantasy value. He had a season low 5 touches in a rout vs the Bengals last week, and another beating at the hands of the Rams is likely this week. There just hasn’t been enough there to trust the former Packer.

Damien Williams @ TB

If it feels like I’m picking on the Bears this week, it’s because I am. They are a terrible offensive team in the midst of a 5-year identity crisis, with an offensive head coach that is so bad he gave up play call duties. To make matters worse for Williams (Covid-19 list), no-name Khalil Herbert looked pretty beefy last week, and is sure to command some premium touches even if Williams is cleared. I haven’t even mentioned how dreadful the match-up is against one of best run defenses in the NFL. I think you get the idea.

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