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Dissatisfied with the production he got from his backfield -- the combination of Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin, and Audric Estime turned 328 total carries into 1,319 yards (4.0 YPC) and 7 TDs with just 3 runs of more than 20 yards last season -- head coach Sean Payton looked to add talent to the running back room during the offseason. The first and biggest splash being the selection of Harvey in the second round of this year's draft.
Harvey was highly productive during his time at Central Florida, averaging 6.5 yards per carry for his collegiate career, and he boasts a nice blend of tackle-breaking ability and speed. There are some concerns about his ability in pass protection that could limit him to early downs, at least initially, but you don't invest a premium pick at the running back position unless you think they can be a difference maker. He'll have to compete with holdovers McLaughlin and Estime, as well as newly signed J.K. Dobbins, but right now he looks to be the favorite to take over as the lead back.
While he doesn't appear to have the same ceiling as fellow AFC West rookie backs Ashton Jeanty (Raiders) and Omarion Hampton (Chargers), Harvey has a clear path to playing time. McLaughlin is more of a change of pace than a featured back, Estime is unproven, and Dobbins has a long injury history. The job is Harvey's to lose. Nab him as your No.3 back and see if he can push toward the top 20.
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Broncos re-sign RB J.K. Dobbins
Two-year deal
By: Mike Krueger | Mon Mar 9, 3:26 pm
|  | The #Broncos are re-signing RB J.K. Dobbins.
Dobbins was having a career year for Denver before his injury -- and would’ve been back for the Super Bowl if Denver made it that far. Now he’s back. (Jordan Schultz on X)
FFToday's Take: The Broncos were rumored to be interested in Kenneth Walker and Travis Etienne, but will settle for Dobbins (27) who was playing well (5.0 ypc) in 2025 before missing seven games due to a foot injury. With Dobbins back in the mix, you can expect RJ Harvey's fantasy value to take a hit as he'll likely cede early-down work to Dobbins. Harvey's biggest value add will come in PPR leagues.
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