• Brice Hallplaying time increases: Hall played more than 87% of the Jets’ snaps in Week 6, his highest total of the season, while his backfield counterpart, Braylon Allenwas on the field in just 19% of snaps. Once Hall starts to find end zone consistently, it fantasy production is ready to explode.
• Is it time for the Buccaneers to change things up on their home field? WITH Rachaad White Sidelined, Bucky Irving ignited the Buccaneers offense in his first NFL start. In Week 6, Tampa gained 277 yards, a feat they hadn’t achieved in a game since 2015.
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With so many running backs sharing their backfield in today’s NFL, it’s more important than ever to figure out which players are getting the most valuable snaps and touches on their team, and who are slowly losing their workload to teammates who are outperforming them.
Here are the key takeaways from running backs through the first five weeks of the 2024 season that could have a big impact on the outcome. fantasy points in week 7 onwards.
Jets RB Brice Hall regains its role as a workhorse
Hall recorded season highs in touches (23), scrimmage yards (169) and playing time (87.3% of snaps) in week six. Braylon Allenwho has been stealing work from Hall over the last few weeks, played just 19% of the Jets’ offensive snaps and was outscored by Hall 23-3 on Monday night.
Allen’s usage and efficiency declined after a strong start to his rookie season; he had just eight carries for 21 yards over the past two weeks (2.6 yards per carry).
Hall has yet to make an impact fantasy That’s what managers were hoping for when they drafted him in the top of the first round this year. The main reason for this is that he only has two rushers. touchdowns season, but his touchdown totals should increase sooner or later. Not only has he received all of the Jets’ carries inside the opposing 5-yard line this season, but he’s also benefited from a change in offensive playcaller and the addition of a superstar WR. Davante AdamsHall should have many more scoring opportunities moving forward.
Upcoming matches: at the Steelers, at the Patriots, against the Texans
Reserve RB Buccaneers Bucky Irving And Sean Tucker Combined for 3 touchdowns and nearly 300 yards against the Saints.
Last Sunday, with their starting running back sidelined, the Buccaneers rushed for 277 yards against the Saints, their highest total in a game since Week 11 of 2015. Although it could just be a coincidence that such a performance occurred in Rachaad Whiteits absence is most likely not.
The sixth week was the first start for the newcomer Bucky Irvingand he didn’t disappoint. Irving rushed for 106 yards and a touchdown on 16 touches, while his backup Sean Tuckerrecorded 192 yards and two touchdowns for 17 touches. It remains to be seen whether Tucker is a legitimate contributor or just a one-hit wonder, but it’s clear that Irving is a much better defender for the Buccaneers than Rachaad White.
Bucky Irving in 2024: 5.7 yards per carry, 1.7 yards before contact per carry, 4.0 yards after contact per carry, 0.31 missed tackles per carry, 15.5% completion rate, nine explosive runs.
Rachaad White in 2024: 3.7 yards per carry, 0.4 yards before contact per carry, 3.3 yards after contact per carry, 0.22 missed tackles per carry, 37.3% completion rate, four explosive runs.
Unfortunately, the Buccaneers face a tough schedule in their upcoming matchup against a strong defense. Over the next three weeks, they will face the Ravens and Chiefs, who allow the fewest and second-most yards per carry to running backs in 2024, respectively. However, the Buccaneers will need to score often in these games, and Irving leads the team with 13 red zone carries and six goal line carries this season.
Upcoming matches: vs. Ravens, vs. Falcons, at Chiefs.
Chargers RB J.C. Dobbins gets a career-high 25 carries in Week 6 with Gus Edwards by IR
J.C. Dobbins Not only did he record a career-high 25 carries in Week 6 against the Broncos, but he also bested his previous high by eight carries. In Week 6, he played a season-high 73% of the Chargers’ offensive snaps, significantly higher than the 60% he had accumulated through the first four games of the season. WITH Gus Edwards taken out of the game, Dobbins scored four of the Chargers’ five points. red zone carry and the only goal line carry on the team that he successfully converted for a touchdown. Kimani Vidal was the only Chargers running back to do anything in the game; however, he struggled as a pass rusher, gaining just 11 yards on four carries, although he did score an impressive 38-yard touchdown.
After several serious injuries, Dobbins has far exceeded expectations this season. In 2024, he averages 2.6 yards per attempt before contact, the highest among running backs with 30 or more carries this season. The next two weeks should be crucial for Dobbins as he faces the Cardinals in Week 7 and the Saints in Week 8. rushed yards towards the pirates.
Upcoming matches: at the Cardinals, against the Saints, at the Browns.
Tony Pollard on the field for a season-high 74% of snaps in the Titans’ first game after the bye week.
Coming out of Titans week 5, bye! Tony Pollard He was on the field on 74% of his offensive snaps last Sunday, a significant increase from the 63% he made in Weeks 1-4. In week six, Pollard beat his opponent on the field Taija Spears 43 to 12 and beat him 20 to 6. Pollard got 100% red zone snaps and played in all but two of the team’s games last weekend.
As long as he continues to get that volume, Pollard will be a reliable player. RB2 fantasy option, especially in Week 7 against a Bills defense that has struggled to stop the run as of late. However, his overall situation within the team limits him greatly fantasy up.
The offensive line isn’t making it easy for Pollard, who is averaging 4.0 yards after contact per attempt this season, the highest among running backs with 50 or more carries. An astonishing 92.9% of Pollard’s total yards this season have come after contact. Additionally, the Titans offense rarely gets into goal line situations; While Pollard has handled every Titans running back inside the 5-yard line this season, that amounts to just three carries in five games.
Upcoming matches: at the Bills, at the Lions, against the Patriots.
Bills Rookie RB Ray Davis Gets 20 carries while away James Cook
With the start of running back James Cook can’t dress for Monday Night Football, newbie Ray Davis took advantage of the opportunity to prove himself. In Week 6, Davis recorded 23 touches, surpassing Cook’s best in a game since Week 15 of the previous season. He handled 20 of the Bills running backs’ 24 carries that night, including all six. red zone carries and added another 55 yards as a receiver, making him the only Bills running back to receive a score in the game.
Davis has been purposeful this season, with 15 penalties on 46 carries in 2024. His 33% slugging rate ranks fourth among the 50 players with 40 or more carries this season. If James Cook misses extra time with toe injury, Davis becomes mandatory starter fantasy.
Upcoming matches: against the Titans, at the Seahawks, against the Dolphins.
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