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Cheap RB With A Workhorse-ish Role
Devonta Freeman has quietly carved out one of the better roles of RBs in fantasy this year, especially when you consider his price. Freeman accounts for 66% of the teams carries and nearly 12% of targets, which is extremely impressive considering he is in an offense with Julio Jones, Calvin Ridley and Austin Hooper. However, with Ito Smith expected to be out yet again, we could see a greater role for Freeman here. Last game, with Smith and Sanu gone, Freeman played 79% of snaps, saw 16% of targets and accounted for 77% of the teams carries. The Falcons continue to get the ball in Freeman’s hands, as he has seen no less than 15 touches in games where he was ejected, since week 1. The matchup is not an amazing one, but the workload is safe for Freeman and he should have no competition for the goal line work in this one.
Consistent WR in High Upside Matchup
Michael Thomas has been one of, if not the most, consistent WRs in the league so far this year, despite having a backup QB throwing to him for nearly half the season. Thomas is among the league leaders in targets, catches, and target share and now gets one of the best matchups he’s had so far this season against the Falcons.
Tyler Lockett (Hip), Josh Gordon (Ankle), Luke Willson (Ribs) Limited in Practice Friday
All three limited Seahawks appear likely to play this week, although the Lockett injury is worth noting. He was out yesterday for rest, but he was limited Friday with a hip injury.
Other tagged players: Josh Gordon, Luke Willson
Matt Breida (Ankle), Kyle Juszczyk (Knee), Raheem Mostert (Knee), Levine Toilolo (Groin) All Limited in Practice Friday
The 49ers do not play until Monday night, so all the limited players have another day to rest.
As reported by: Matt Maiocco Other tagged players: Kyle Juszczyk, Raheem Mostert, Levine Toilolo George Kittle (Knee/Ankle) Does Not Practice Friday
Kittle missed his second straight practice Friday, putting his availability for Monday night in question.
As reported by: Matt Maiocco Robert Tonyan (Hip) Doubtful Sunday
Robert Tonyan is doubtful for Sunday. He has not played since Week 5 and is not expected to play this week.
As reported by: Matt Schneidman Matthew Stafford (Hip/Back) Questionable Sunday, Expected to Play
While Stafford is listed as questionable, he is expected to play as usual on Sunday.
As reported by: Detroit Lions Le'Veon Bell, Chris Herndon and Demaryius Thomas Questionable Sunday
At this point, it appears all three of the questionable Jets’ skill position players will play this week.
As reported by: New York Jets Other tagged players: Demaryius Thomas, Chris Herndon Delanie Walker (Ankle) Out Sunday; Corey Davis (Hip) Doubtful
Walker has been ruled out of his third straight game, meaning Jonnu Smith will get another start. Davis appears on track to miss his first game of the season, opening up approximately five targets for the other Titans’ WRs.
As reported by: Herbie Teope Other tagged players: Corey Davis, Jonnu Smith Chase Edmonds (Hamstring) Ruled Out Sunday
Edmonds will miss his second straight game. The Cardinals run situation is much improved, with David Johnson set to return and Kenyan Drake playing well in his first game for the Cards last week.
As reported by: Katherine Fitzgerald Other tagged players: David Johnson, Kenyan Drake Trey Edmunds (Ribs) Will Play Sunday
Edmunds will play Sunday, likely handling the bulk of the Steelers’ carries. Jaylen Samuels will be targeted frequently out of the backfield, as both RBs benefit from James Conner being out.
As reported by: Dale Lolley Other tagged players: Jaylen Samuels Benny Snell (Knee) Ruled Out Sunday
As expected, Snell has been ruled out for Sunday. Jaylen Samuels and Trey Edmunds are expected to carry the load for the Steelers Sunday.
As reported by: Pittsburgh Steelers Other tagged players: Jaylen Samuels, Trey Edmunds James Conner (Shoulder), Roosevelt Nix (Knee) Ruled Out Sunday
The Steelers will be without their lead RB in Conner and their FB Nix. Edmunds and Samuels will both have plenty of opportunities this week.
As reported by: Brian Batko Other tagged players: Roosevelt Nix, Trey Edmunds, Jaylen Samuels JuJu Smith-Schuster (Foot) Limited Friday, Questionable for Sunday
Smith-Schuster was a new addition to the injury report, as he was limited Friday with a foot injury. He is questionable for Sunday, and this new injury certainly is a cause for concern. His status will need to be confirmed Sunday.
As reported by: Brian Batko Lamar Jackson (Illness), Marquise Brown (Ankle/Thigh), Chris Moore (Thumb) Listed as Questionable for Sunday
Jackson and Brown are both expected to play Sunday, while Moore is considered unlikely to play.
As reported by: Jeff Zrebiec Other tagged players: Marquise Brown, Chris Moore