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Packers | Christopher Brooks starts camp on NFI list Mon Jul 27, 05:15 PM
Green Bay Packers RB Christopher Brooks (undisclosed) was placed on the Active/Non-Football Injury list Monday, July 27.
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Colts | Lincoln Pare waived Mon Jul 27, 05:10 PM
Indianapolis Colts RB Lincoln Pare (undisclosed) was waived Monday, July 27, with a non-football injury designation.
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Vikings | Kejon Owens placed on NFI list Mon Jul 27, 04:51 PM
Minnesota Vikings RB Kejon Owens (illness) was placed on the Active/Non-Football Illness list Monday, July 27.
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Patriots | Reggie Gilliam back on field Mon Jul 27, 02:52 PM
New England Patriots FB Reggie Gilliam (undisclosed) participated in practice Monday, July 27.
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Cardinals | Tyler Allgeier, Jeremiyah Love share first-team reps Mon Jul 27, 02:15 PM
Arizona Cardinals RB Jeremiyah Love and RB Tyler Allgeier shared snaps with the first-team offense during practice Sunday, July 26.
| Footballguys view: Allgeier got the first rep, and the two alternated after that. While Love getting first-team snaps isn't a surprise, it's interesting to see the day after OC Nathaniel Hackett answered a question about Love by saying, "I mean, he's definitely a rookie." James Conner and Trey Benson are also practicing, so these first-team reps matter. We'll continue to monitor. |
Patriots | Reggie Gilliam not on field Sunday Mon Jul 27, 02:07 PM
New England Patriots FB Reggie Gilliam (undisclosed) was not on the field for practice Sunday, July 26.
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Raiders | Miles Sanders works out in Vegas Mon Jul 27, 01:06 PM
Free-agent RB Miles Sanders (Cowboys) worked out for the Las Vegas Raiders Monday, July 27, according to a source.
| Footballguys view: Sanders missed most of last season with a knee injury, but he's trying to get back on the field this year. Sanders played four games for the Cowboys last year before being shut down. He had 20 carries for 117 yards and a touchdown, along with eight catches for 30 yards. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports that Sanders, who also played for the Panthers and Eagles, has been fully cleared after having surgery to address his injured knee. The Raiders have Ashton Jeanty at the top of a running back group that also includes 2026 fourth-rounder Mike Washington and Dylan Laube. |
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Seahawks | Jadarian Price being fast played in passing game Mon Jul 27, 09:36 AM
Seattle Seahawks RB Jadarian Price has been used a lot in the passing game in the first few days of training camp. They've put him on the first-team, second-team and third-team offenses in 11-on-11 drills.
| Footballguys view: Price is in line for a major opportunity to replace Ken Walker III. GM John Schneider drafted Price, hoping that possibility would eventually come to fruition. How quickly the vision becomes reality depends on Price's early effectiveness. As USA Today notes, Walker ranked fourth on the Seahawks in receptions last season. There's a clear need to replace his production in the passing game. That new OC Brian Fleury is giving Price, who totaled just 15 receptions in three seasons at Notre Dame, the reps necessary to get up to speed is a good sign. We'll be watching for more. |
49ers | Jordan James eyeing backup role Mon Jul 27, 12:36 AM
San Francisco 49ers RB Jordan James appears to be 'next up' behind RB Christian McCaffrey, according to Nick Wagoner of ESPN.com.
| Footballguys view: Rookie Kaelon Black and Patrick Taylor Jr. are also in the mix. And while NBCSports Bay Area's Jennifer Lee Chan told us last week that she expects Black to move ahead of James this summer, Wagoner's reporting makes it clear that hasn't happened yet. But again, early, and we'll see how that continues to play out. |
Rams | Blake Corum will be 'big factor' in offense this season Sun Jul 26, 01:41 PM
Los Angeles Rams RB Blake Corum will be a 'big factor' this season for the Rams offense, according to HC Sean McVay on Sunday, July 26.
| Footballguys view: There has been buzz that Corum will split early down work more evenly with Kyren Williams this offseason. He could have more standalone value, especially with the Rams more heavily favored against inferior competition after they acquired Myles Garrett, but Williams is still going to get more passing down work and be the more valuable fantasy running back. |
49ers | Isaac Guerendo not cleared yet Sat Jul 25, 02:28 PM
San Francisco 49ers RB Isaac Guerendo (pectoral) was placed on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list Saturday, July 25.
| Footballguys view: Guerendo tore his pec lifting weights earlier this spring, and the plan was for him to be ready somewhere near the end of training camp. On the PUP list, Guerendo can be activated at any time during camp/preseason. When healthy, Guerendo is competing for a backup spot behind starting RB Christian McCaffrey with guys like Jordan James and Kaelon Black. |
Panthers | Jonathon Brooks showing burst Sat Jul 25, 01:20 PM
Carolina Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks (knee) 'looks fast' during practice, according to head coach Dave Canales. 'He looks like the guy that I remember, and I'm really excited for that,' Canales said.
| Footballguys view: Brooks has been getting first-team reps in training camp, and there have been no limitations on him as he comes back from another knee injury. Most of his pro career has been missed due to ACL injuries, but expect a healthy Brooks to push for the eventual starting job in Carolina. At the beginning of the season, we expect Brooks and Chuba Hubbard to work in a RBBC. Brooks has a current ADP of RB38 (8.12) in 12-team PPR leagues. Injury risk is already cooked into his draft position, and clearly the upside is there for Brooks to do more. |
Cardinals | James Conner practices Fri Jul 24, 05:29 PM
Arizona Cardinals RB James Conner (ankle) practiced Thursday, July 23.
| Footballguys view: It is important that Conner practices so that he can retain trade value for the Cardinals, who have four viable running backs, and potential fantasy value as a target for any team that needs a veteran running back to bolster their depth chart or replace a starter who goes down with a practice or preseason injury. |
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Cardinals | Trey Benson at practice Fri Jul 24, 11:17 AM
Arizona Cardinals RB Trey Benson (knee) practiced Thursday, July 23.
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Browns | Quinshon Judkins ready to roll Thu Jul 23, 08:37 PM
Cleveland Browns RB Quinshon Judkins (ankle, leg) will be a 'full go' for the start of training camp, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com.
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Carolina Panthers RB Jonathon Brooks will have 'no limitations' returning to practice.
| Footballguys view: Great news for the Panthers here. Brooks is set to be in an RBBC with Chubba Hubbard, and reports from the spring indicate Brooks has looked incredible. He's going off the board near the turn at the end of the 8th round (RB39), and Brooks certainly provides upside to do more if he can stay healthy. |
Jaguars | Liam Coen expecting 'a big year' from Bhayshul Tuten Thu Jul 23, 01:21 PM
Jacksonville Jaguars RB Bhayshul Tuten is expected to have 'a big year' from his head coach Liam Coen.
| Footballguys view: Tuten steps into the lead role for the Jaguars with Travis Etienne gone. He's got a ton of speed and can eat up yards in a hurry. Tuten should win the starting job, but Chris Rodriguez will split time with him. We like Tuten as an RB3 with upside for Fantasy GMs. He has a current ADP around the turn near the end of the sixth round of standard formats. |
NFL | Joe Mixon done? Thu Jul 23, 09:55 AM
Free-agent RB Joe Mixon (Texans) has told former teammates his career is likely over due to his foot injury.
| Footballguys view: Mixon missed all of 2025 with this foot injury. He had surgery last year, and reports indicate the injury required another surgery. Mixon is on the mend, but he might never be able to be cleared to play again. He might be cleared to play later this season, but it seems like a long shot to see him ever suit up in the NFL again. |
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Seahawks | Zach Charbonnet placed on PUP list Wed Jul 22, 01:27 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Zach Charbonnet was placed on the PUP list on Wednesday, July 22, ahead of training camp.
| Footballguys view: Charbonnet can be activated from the list at any point in camp, but the timing of the injury means that it will likely be some time before the team will be moving him to the active roster. Charbonnet ran 184 times for 730 yards and 12 touchdowns last season. First-round pick Jadarian Price, George Holani, Emanuel Wilson, Velus Jones, and Jacardia Wright are the healthy options at running back in Seattle. |
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Patriots | NFI list for Terrell Jennings to start camp Tue Jul 21, 05:26 PM
New England Patriots RB Terrell Jennings will start training camp on the Active/Non-Football Injury list, according to a source on Tuesday, July 21. This means a player is not cleared for practice but can be activated at any time.
Link to story Raiders | Mike Washington 'occasionally' received first-team reps at OTAs Tue Jul 21, 04:58 PM
Las Vegas Raiders RB Mike Washington Jr. reportedly received occasional first-team reps at running back during the Raiders' offseason training program, according to a source on Tuesday, July 21.
| Footballguys view: According to McFadden, Washington has the potential to grow into a second option in the backfield, as he has a nice blend of size and speed. At Arkansas, he rushed for 1,070 yards, with 606 yards coming after first contact, and eight touchdowns. Washington also totaled 28 catches for 226 yards and a touchdown. HC Klint Kubiak expects Ashton Jeanty to have a heavy workload, but that shouldn't take away from Washington playing meaningful snaps. |
Buccaneers | Bucky Irving 'good to go' for training camp Tue Jul 21, 12:59 AM
Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving said he is 'good to go' for training camp at his youth football camp, according to a source on Monday, July 20.
| Footballguys view: Irving returned to the Bucs practice fields on the final day of OTAs, the first time he hit the field since shoulder surgery earlier this year. That's good news for Irving, who'll face competition for snaps from free-agent addition Kenny Gainwell. Irving is being drafted as RB21 in early Round 5. Gainwell is RB34 going in Round 8. Irving's ADP reflects last year's points-per-game finish and his 2026 Footballguys projection. Could Gainwell be a limiting factor? We'll be watching for more. |
Seahawks | Kenny McIntosh starting camp on PUP list Mon Jul 20, 04:17 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Kenny McIntosh (knee) was placed on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list Monday, July 20.
| Footballguys view: McIntosh was joined by safety Nick Emmanwori and cornerback Tyrone Broden. McIntosh and Broden are both coming back from injuries that occurred last year, landing them on injured reserve, while Emmanwori was on the field for offseason workouts this spring and summer. Players on the physically unable to perform list are eligible to return at any time during training camp, then if they are on the PUP list when rosters are reduced to 53 players, they are required to miss a minimum of four games. The reporting on McIntosh has been vague, with an implied return but without a timetable given. |
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Steelers | Eli Heidenreich on the bubble Mon Jul 20, 11:38 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Eli Heidenreich is on the roster bubble behind RB Kaleb Johnson and FB Riley Nowakowski. The team likes his explosiveness and versatility, but the staff seems committed to Johnson and Nowakowski.
| Footballguys view: If it were up to USA Today's Curt Popejoy, he would give the rookie Heidenreich a spot on the roster over Kaleb Johnson or Riley Nowakowski on the running back depth chart. His explosiveness and versatility are special, and he can help the team in multiple ways. But Popejoy acknowledges the staff seems committed to Johnson for now, as well as having the fullback Nowakowski. |
Rams | Kyren Williams consistent in 2025 Mon Jul 20, 12:21 AM
Los Angeles Rams RB Kyren Williams rushed for at least 60 yards in 14 of his 17 games in 2025, and he failed to reach 50 rushing yards just once.
| Footballguys view: While Williams remained the primary starter and a heavy red-zone weapon, Blake Corum maintained a consistent role that led to a 65-35 split between the two last season. But Williams was trusted with 84.8 percent of the running back receptions (39 catches), completely freezing Corum out of the aerial attack for most of the year, as Corum caught just seven passes. Williams, whose Footballguys projection calls for an RB16 finish, is being drafted as RB15 in Round 3. Even in an offense that runs through Matthew Stafford and the passing attack, Williams remains a locked-in starter in all formats. |
Packers | Josh Jacobs easier to take down Sun Jul 19, 06:08 PM
Green Bay Packers RB Josh Jacobs ranked 17th in yards after contact last season after ranking third in the category the previous season.
| Footballguys view: Jacobs did play hurt in the second half of the season, but he has logged at least at 262 touches in each of his seven years in the NFL, so it's possible that he is starting the decline in effectiveness that comes to every running back. MarShawn Lloyd stayed healthy in the offseason for the first time since the team drafted him in the third round of the 2024 draft and he could have a weekly role that reduces Jacobs workload. |
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Bengals | Tahj Brooks expected to have limited role Sun Jul 19, 06:08 PM
Cincinnati Bengals RB Tahj Brooks is expected to play mainly on special teams in 2026.
| Footballguys view: The 2025 sixth round pick has failed to generate any buzz so far in his time with the Bengals. If injuries put the team in a position to have to depend on Brooks, it's not clear that they would trust him over a street free agent or in-season trade acquisition. |
Giants | Cam Skattebo fine after jump scare Sun Jul 19, 04:13 PM
New York Giants RB Cam Skattebo (ankle) said Sunday, July 19 that he is fine after failing to land a backflip at Fanatics Fest on Saturday. He appeared to land awkwardly on his surgically-repaired right ankle during the appearance. 'I'm just going to keep being me, and if they want to say I'm brain-dead, and I don't have no brain, then who cares, f--- it,' he said.
| Footballguys view: Skattebo's devil-may-care attitude is starting to worry fantasy players, but it is an essential part of his style of play. Unless we hear that he is limited at the start of camp, we won't let this viral video change his ranking. |
Seahawks | Jadarian Price favored to open as starter Sun Jul 19, 02:52 PM
Seattle Seahawks RB Jadarian Price is considered the favorite to serve as the starting tailback with RB Kenneth Walker III (Chiefs) moving on, and RB Zach Charbonnet (knee) still likely to miss the start of the season recovering from a torn anterior cruciate ligament.
| Footballguys view: Charbonnet won't be back until the second half of October at the earliest, and some time in November is probably a more realistic target date, so he's not a good pick in leagues with short benches. 2024 UDFA George Holani will be the third down back to open the season and he and or free agent signing Emanuel Wilson could share early down work with Price if the team doesn't think he is ready for a big role after serving as Arizona #3 overall pick Jeremiyah Love's backup at Notre Dame. |
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49ers | Kyle Juszczyk could be fallback option Sun Jul 19, 02:08 PM
San Francisco 49ers FB Kyle Juszczyk could be used as a tight end in training camp if TE George Kittle (Achilles) is forced to the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, as insurance in case the starter isn't ready to begin the regular season. However, he is also considered an important part as a lead blocker, as the team looks to jump-start its rushing game.
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Raiders | Mike Washington should have decent role Sat Jul 18, 03:35 PM
Las Vegas Raiders RB Mike Washington Jr. is expected to receive a decent amount of snaps this upcoming season even though RB Ashton Jeanty will receive a heavy workload, in the opinion of ESPN.com's Ryan McFadden.
| Footballguys view: McFadden went on to note that Washington has the potential to grow into a second option in the backfield, as he has a nice blend of size and speed. At Arkansas, he rushed for 1,070 yards, with 606 yards coming after first contact, and eight touchdowns. Washington also totaled 28 catches for 226 yards and a touchdown. McFadden added that Washington had reps with the second team and occasionally with the first-team offense during the offseason program. |
Browns | Raheim Sanders could push for bigger role Sat Jul 18, 11:31 AM
Cleveland Browns RB Raheim Sanders may have a chance to push RB Dylan Sampson for the No. 2 running back job during training camp since Sampson did not take part in offseason workouts because of an undisclosed injury, in the opinion of the Akron Beacon Journal's Chris Easterling.
| Footballguys view: Sanders is a power runner who can fight for tough yardage. He should get an opportunity to carve out a niche as a bruiser who could also help close out games. While much depends on Sampson's availability, if Sanders can provide some help with pass protection, he has a good chance to ensure he's active every week, even if his contributions might be limited. |
Seahawks | Kenny McIntosh expected to play in 2026 Sat Jul 18, 10:25 AM
Seattle Seahawks RB Kenny McIntosh (knee) is expected to be cleared to play at some point during the 2026 regular season.
| Footballguys view: Like teammate Zach Charbonnet, McIntosh is rehabbing a torn ACL. It's not clear when either man will return to the field. Meanwhile, George Holani, who stepped up in place of Charbonnet during Seattle's playoff run, as well as free-agent signing Emanuel Wilson, will be competing with rookie Jadarian Price for reps. |
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Saints | Alvin Kamara agreed to new deal Thu Jul 16, 10:47 AM
New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara agreed to a new deal Thursday, July 16, that includes a $6 million base salary and could be worth $8.5 million in incentives.
| Footballguys view: As Profootballtalk.com notes, Kamara's previous contract had him slated to count $10.45 million against the salary cap in 2026. Kamara, 30, has spent his entire career with New Orleans since the club selected him in the third round of the 2017 draft. Last season, Kamara totaled 657 yards from scrimmage, finishing 2025 with 471 yards rushing with one touchdown, along with 33 receptions for 186 yards. The Saints added Travis Etienne at running back in free agency this offseason, which could diminish Kamara's role in the offense. But the veteran is now set to begin his 10th season with New Orleans on a new deal. |
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Saints | Alvin Kamara working on new deal Wed Jul 15, 04:17 PM
New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara is working with the Saints to agree on a new contract.
| Footballguys view: Kamara has been very blunt about his desire to remain a Saint. When trade rumors started swirling around the deadline last year, Kamara joked publicly by saying, "Then I'm going to go drink a piña colada somewhere," alluding to a retirement. The Saints spent big on Travis Etienne Jr. in free agency this offseason, and he's expected to be the lead back. Kamara is entering his age-31 season, but still looked like he had some juice in the tank last year before injuries ended his season. At worst, Kamara could have some stand-alone value as a pass-catching specialist. At best, his contingent upside in the event of an Etienne injury could make him one of this year's best picks. He's currently being drafted as the RB49, a very cheap cost for a former superstar approaching the twilight of his career. |
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Titans | Tyjae Spears has a chance to see role grow Wed Jul 15, 01:27 PM
Tennessee Titans RB Tyjae Spears 'has a chance to have a bigger role as a runner' in 2026, according to Jim Wyatt.
| Footballguys view: As Wyatt noted, Spears was a standout last offseason, but an ankle injury in the preseason opener halted his momentum and forced him to start the season on Injured Reserve. Spears flashed during the season, but his impact wasn't as big as observers expected. Heading into 2026, Spears has once again impressed this offseason. In new offensive coordinator Brian Daboll's offense, Wyatt believes Spears could be more prominent as a runner, and in the passing game, working behind Tony Pollard. |
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Broncos | Jonah Coleman could spell J.K. Dobbins for touches early on Tue Jul 14, 04:08 PM
Denver Broncos RB Jonah Coleman reportedly looked ready for instant snaps in OTAs and minicamp this summer, and could spell J.K. Dobbins for short-yardage touches in the early going and pick up plenty of slack if anyone in the room misses time, in the opinion of The Denver Post's Luca Evans on Tuesday, July 14.
| Footballguys view: It wouldn't be a surprise if the hard-nosed, decisive Coleman, who runs with urgency between the tackles, earns a contributing role. But from a fantasy perspective, the rookie opens the year as insurance for the oft-injured J.K. Dobbins after RJ Harvey came up short as a runner when Dobbins went down last year. But Coleman will be a fantasy afterthought if Dobbins remains in the locked and upright position all season long. The rookie's RB50 ADP reflects that likelihood. |
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Broncos | Tyler Badie and Jaleel McLaughlin battling for one spot Tue Jul 14, 03:46 PM
Denver Broncos RB Tyler Badie and RB Jaleel McLaughlin are battling for one spot on the team's depth chart, according to the Denver Post's Luca Evans.
| Footballguys view: Denver generally keeps four running backs on their active roster. With J.K. Dobbins, RJ Harvey, and rookie Jonah Coleman all but certain to be at the top of the depth chart, Badie and McLaughlin will be battling for that final opening. The winner of that competition will only be fantasy relevant if there are injuries ahead of him. |
Giants | Cam Skattebo on schedule Tue Jul 14, 12:42 AM
New York Giants RB Cam Skattebo (ankle) is on schedule with his rehab and is expected to participate early in training camp, according to head coach John Harbaugh.
| Footballguys view: As Empire Sports Media's Alexander Wilson suggested, early participation is not the same thing as a full green light for every drill, every contact rep, or every preseason series. Still, Skattebo has already been seen doing individual work and taking part in team periods during the offseason program, so the ramp-up has been heading in the right direction for a while. A healthy August gives Skattebo time to regain his timing in the run game and get back into the pass-protection work that is harder to judge in spring practices. |
Patriots | TreVeyon Henderson had some big runs in 2025 Tue Jul 14, 12:34 AM
New England Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson rushed for at least 40 yards four times during the 2025 season, which was tied for second most in the NFL.
| Footballguys view: The only player with more was Jahmyr Gibbs with six. Henderson tied De'Von Achane, James Cook, Derrick Henry, and Jonathan Taylor. But according to NBC Boston's Phil Perry, here's where an increased workload for Henderson could pay off in 2026. Those four backs averaged a long run every 74 attempts. Henderson averaged one every 45. As Henderson continues to develop his instincts as a runner as he gets more comfortable in this Patriots offense, you could see even more explosive plays from him in 2026. |
Colts | Team wants to reduce Jonathan Taylor's workload Mon Jul 13, 10:43 AM
Indianapolis Colts RB Jonathan Taylor led the league with 323 rushes last season, and the team wants to reduce his workload. 'We definitely need to find ways to take some of that workload off him,' running backs coach DeAndre Smith said. 'If I can find another guy or two that can take some of those carries off, he's just going to be that much better.'
| Footballguys view: As the Colts ramp up for the 2026 season, their usage of Taylor is something the Colts admit they need to navigate. But the problem is obvious. "It's hard to take him off the field when he's running so good," HC Shane Steichen said. No doubt. Taylor has rushed for 1,431 and 1,585 yards, respectively, in the past two seasons. Given his elite production and with DJ Giddens and Seth McGowan failing to impress to date, fantasy investors shouldn't expect a significant shift in Taylor's workload. |
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Colts | Indy underwhelmed by DJ Giddens Mon Jul 13, 12:12 AM
Indianapolis Colts RB DJ Giddens 'didn't develop as quickly' as the team expected during his rookie season, according to Stephen Holder of ESPN.com.
| Footballguys view: To be fair, there's not much room for development with Jonathan Taylor at the top of the depth chart. Over the past two seasons, no running back behind Taylor has managed more than 159 rushing yards in a single season (Trey Sermon in 2024). Last season, Taylor accounted for 73.1% of the Colts' rushing attempts -- the highest share of any player in the NFL. The Colts might be looking to lighten Taylor's workload this year, but don't expect a timeshare here. Giddens' fantasy value is limited. |
Colts | Seth McGowan to have a role? Mon Jul 13, 12:11 AM
Indianapolis Colts RB Seth McGowan has growing 'optimism' from the coaching staff about his ability to contribute as a rookie.
| Footballguys view: According to Footballguy Sigmund Bloom, McGowan is a hard-charging back who isn't starting quality, but could supplant DJ Giddens as Jonathan Taylor's backup in Indy. Taylor investors will want to watch the battle between McGowan and Giddens closely next month before drafting one of them as insurance. |
Steelers | Kaleb Johnson's spot in jeopardy? Mon Jul 13, 12:10 AM
Pittsburgh Steelers RB Kaleb Johnson is 'not assured' a spot on the roster and will have to prove he can contribute on special teams, according to Chris Adamski of the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.
| Footballguys view: The 6-1, 224-pound Johnson still has the natural ability that made him one of college football's best running backs. He flashed it early during last year's Steelers training camp -- even if the results did not translate to preseason games. Questions lingered about his vision and pass-protection abilities, and Johnson spent most of the season in former coach Mike Tomlin's "doghouse." A new coaching staff could mean a clean slate for Johnson -- if he gets a chance to prove himself on special teams and also earn the trust of coaches with his mental game and work ethic. |
Giants | Tyrone Tracy Jr. expected to have big role Sun Jul 12, 03:26 PM
New York Giants RB Tyrone Tracy Jr. is expected to have a sizable role in the backfield. While RB Cam Skattebo is expected to see slightly more than half of the carries, Tracy is valuable not only in the run game, but for his hands. In terms of all-purpose yardage, he has two 1,000-yard seasons in his first two NFL seasons. He is also expected to be in the mix for work on kickoff returns.
| Footballguys view: Tracy was a receiver in college, and that skill set has translated well to his early NFL career. Skattebo is also a great receiver, giving this backfield some promising young depth. Skattebo is still recovering from a season-ending ankle injury, putting Tracy in line for what could be extra early-season work. He's falling into the double-digit fantasy rounds, providing a bit of stand-alone value and contingent upside in the event of an injury to Skattebo. |
Dolphins | Anthony Hankerson competing for role Sun Jul 12, 02:38 PM
Miami Dolphins RB Anthony Hankerson, who played his school football in the competitive South Florida area, is a candidate for the practice squad. He is battling RBs Donovan Edwards and Carlos Washington Jr. on the depth chart behind veteran RBs De'Von Achane, Ollie Gordon II and Jaylen Wright.
Link to story Dolphins | Carlos Washington Jr. well down depth chart Sun Jul 12, 02:35 PM
Miami Dolphins RB Carlos Washington Jr. has some special teams experience in the NFL, but he is expected to be a practice squad candidate behind RBs De'Von Achane, Ollie Gordon II and Jaylen Wright. RB Donovan Edwards is another player expected to be a practice squad guy.
Link to story Dolphins | Donovan Edwards is practice squad candidate Sun Jul 12, 02:32 PM
Miami Dolphins RB Donovan Edwards was signed in January after spending most of the year in 2025 on the Washington Commanders practice squad. As long as RBs De'Von Achane, Ollie Gordon II and Jaylen Wright remain healthy, Edwards is expected to be a practice squad candidate in South Florida, too.
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Texans | Woody Marks working on route tree Sun Jul 12, 01:27 PM
Houston Texans RB Woody Marks has been working on learning the route tree, as it is anticipated that he will have a larger role in the passing game behind RB David Montgomery. 'He's going to get lots of opportunities. Last year we brought him along slower, which was good to help him kind of learn the game. And once he learned the game, he played a lot faster,' running backs coach and assistant head coach Danny Barrett said. 'And you can see him now playing even faster. So, his role is going to pick up some third downs, special teams. He's a kickoff return guy. But, more importantly, probably in the passing game as well.'
| Footballguys view: Marks was a solid receiver in college, leading all NCAA running backs in 2021 with a ludicrous 83 receptions. He saw his workload expand late last year as a rookie, as Nick Chubb's efficiency became a concern. The Texans brought in Montgomery to be the RB1 this year, but Marks could find a role on passing downs. It's worth noting that Montgomery is no slouch of a receiver, pacing for over 50 targets per season with the Bears. However, Marks could find a consistent receiving role this season, although meaingful upside would likely require Montgomery to miss some time. |
Titans | Tyjae Spears to be key contributor on offense Sun Jul 12, 11:48 AM
Tennessee Titans RB Tyjae Spears will have an important role in the offense this season, according to head coach Robert Saleh, who added that he is a solid performer in passing-down situations.
| Footballguys view: Spears' talent has been undeniable since his days at Tulane. He's explosive and bouncy, showing utility as both a rusher and receiver. The issues have been his health and availability. Spears tore his ACL twice in college, and it became public knowledge through the pre-draft process that he had no ACL in his right knee. After a promising rookie season, Spears' workload was ramped up, and injuries followed. A new coaching staff could expand his role. Spears' skill set with increased volume could quickly put him on the fantasy radar. He's worth targeting in drafts if there's a steady drumbeat throughout camp, but Spears carries an obvious injury-related red flag. |
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