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Running Backs in Week 16: A Closer Look at the Lineup

2024-12-19

James Conner is all set to have his best setup of the season. After Trey Benson's ankle injury and Emari Demercado's absence, he now has an every-down smash spot against a Panthers defense that surrenders the most RB fantasy points. With a solid opportunity, Conner is likely to shine.

Saquon Barkley

He will be playing in a crucial game against the Washington Football Team. His performance will be closely watched as he aims to make an impact on the field.

Jahmyr Gibbs

With David Montgomery's injury, Gibbs has stepped up and is averaging 21 carries for 128 yards in the six games he has played. His high-value touches make him a key player in the Detroit offense. However, it remains uncertain if Craig Reynolds or Sione Vaki will take the lead after coach Dan Campbell's statement.

Chase Brown

Facing the Cleveland Browns in Week 16, Brown will look to make his mark. His performance will depend on how he adapts to the game situation.

Jonathan Taylor

In a great place for fantasy as a solid home favorite against an extremely bad Titans defense, Taylor made a big mistake in Week 15. His "celebration drop" short of the goal line had a significant impact on the game. But now, he has a chance to redeem himself.

Joe Mixon

Despite seeming to play at roughly 60 percent health and the Texans' offensive environment getting worse after the Week 14 bye, Mixon's ceiling has disappeared at a bad time for fantasy managers.

Kyren Williams

Playing against the New York Jets, Williams will face a tough challenge. His performance will be crucial for the Los Angeles Rams' offense.

James Cook

In a game against the New England Patriots, Cook will look to contribute to the Buffalo Bills' offense. His role and performance will be closely monitored.

Breece Hall

Playing with a less than 100 percent injury, Hall's floor is now scarily low. But he has a good matchup against a Rams defense that tends to bleed rushing production.

Isaac Guerendo

After surviving Week 15 without further injury, Guerendo will face a solid Dolphins run defense. His performance will be affected by the game situation.

Jerome Ford

With Jameis Winston's benching, Ford's RB2 case got more complicated. As a road underdog, he still projects for plenty of passing-game work and high-value touches, likely sneaking into the top 24.

Kenneth Walker

With a calf injury, Walker's return makes both he and Zach Charbonnet uncertain RB2/FLEXes. Charbonet has earned more work during Walker's absence but is now battling an oblique issue.

Tyjae Spears

Projected as a nice check-down target for reinserted QB2 Mason Rudolph, Spears comes close to the top 30 with the Titans likely to have a close affair against the Colts.

Tank Bigsby

In the Jaguars' backfield, Bigsby's Week 15 performance was not great with a fumble and a drop. But Travis Etienne dominated work thereafter.

Tyrone Tracy

An explosive player stuck in a bad offense, Tracy's fumbling issues combined with his quarterback play make him a volatile FLEX.

Kendre Miller

If Alvin Kamara sits, as expected, Miller will hope to get into the end zone and make an impact.