A fantasy draft is all about obtaining the most value with each selection. Value is available throughout a draft, and grabbing it is one of the most important keys to a successful fantasy team. This article specifically targets deep sleeper value (players that can be found very late in a fantasy draft). To point out this value, we asked our staff to look deeper than the Top 150 and identify players that should significantly outperform their late draft position. These players should be your targets after the 12th round of your draft.
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Here are the running backs who received the most deep-sleepers votes:
And here are all of the players mentioned and the reasons why.
Players Receiving 10 Votes
Jerome Ford, Cleveland Browns
Ben Cummins: Ford saw very limited play as a rookie, rushing just eight times for 12 yards in 2022. His playing time in his sophomore year remains uncertain, but it's worth noting he handled 236 touches for 1,539 total yards and 22 touchdowns as a senior at the University of Cincinnati in 2021. Ford is plenty capable of carving out a Kareem Hunt-esque role in Cleveland’s offense this year and would be a smash should something happen to Chubb.
Matt Waldman: A skilled runner with the potential to develop into a reliable receiver, Ford runs hard and makes good decisions between the tackles for a young prospect. The Browns have one of the league's best offensive lines, which will make Ford's job easier if he's called upon to start in Nick Chubb's place. That "if" is bigger than it may appear this summer because players like Dalvin Cook, Kareem Hunt, Ezekiel Elliott, and Leonard Fournette don't need a full training camp and have the skills to perform at a high level if called upon. If Ford earns the right to be the true No.2 behind Chubb, the infrastructure will support fantasy starter production.
Dave Kluge: Murmurs out of camp are that Ford will be in line for a larger workload in year two. The team let Kareem Hunt walk in free agency, and Ford is RB2 on the depth chart behind Nick Chubb. Chubb’s 37 targets last year were the most he’s seen since 2019, the year before Kevin Stefanski arrived. Since Stefanski arrived in 2020, there has always been a complementary back to Chubb’s early-down and goal-line role. Hunt was horribly inefficient last year, which pushed Chubb into a more prominent role. Stefanski may go back to a committee approach in 2023. Even if he doesn’t, Ford makes for a premiere injury-away target.
Joseph Haggan: Ford was a bellcow back in college, turning in 1,539 total scrimmage yards and 20 touchdowns as a senior. Though he only played 14 offensive snaps as a rookie, the Browns obviously feel comfortable with him. Even though Kareem Hunt left in free agency, the Browns did nothing to bolster the position. Ford did show some open-field shiftiness and elusiveness as a rookie in the return game. He averaged 24.1 yards per kick return, ranking 6th in the entire NFL as a rookie. Chubb can handle a heavy workload, but for longevity reasons, it's in their best interest to give him a breather. Hunt turned 158 touches into 678 total yards and four touchdowns. If Ford earns a Kareem Hunt-like role, he actually holds some stand-alone value as a flex.
Craig Lakins: Ford had a quiet rookie season as the Browns' third running back but seems poised to take over the primary backup role in 2023. Kareem Hunt has moved on in free agency, and Ford was given a silent vote of confidence from the Browns' front office when they came out of the NFL Draft without taking a running back. He's an injury away from a big role in Cleveland's offense.
Daniel Harms: Kareem Hunt has left the building! That means Nick Chubb FINALLY gets the pass-catching duties, right? To an extent, yes, but Ford is the next guy in line to inherit the Kareem Hunt role and has the tools to be trusted and productive in the role. While the touch split *should* be much more in favor of Chubb, Ford will look to earn more as the season goes along. The Browns let both Hunt and D’Ernest Johnson walk in free agency, eluding to the comfort the team has in Ford, who was my RB4 in the 2022 draft class. Size, speed, and power are hallmarks of Ford’s game, and as the direct backup to Chubb, his skillset is one to target.
Gary Davenport: One of two things is going to happen in Cleveland this year. Either Nick Chubb is going to sail past last year’s career-high 302 carries and become a “workhorse” running back in the truest sense, or Ford is going to see more action than some expect. Given what we’ve seen from head coach Kevin Stefanski over his time in Cleveland, the latter would appear more likely. Ford wasn’t a factor on offense last year, but we are talking about a 5-foot-11, 220-pound back who piled up over 1,500 total yards on 236 touches with 20 touchdowns in his final year at Cincinnati. He’s, at the very least, a dirt-cheap insurance policy against a Chubb injury.
Jordan McNamara: Jerome Ford was a day-three selection in 2022 but will step into an injury-away role behind Nick Chubb in Cleveland's offense after Cleveland let Kareem Hunt walk in free agency. Cleveland's offense should be better in 2023, with Deshaun Watson under center for the season.
Chad Parsons: Cleveland continues to support Ford as the RB2 behind Nick Chubb. Kareem Hunt is gone, and no notable addition has been made. Ford has Alabama recruiting pedigree and the size to project a quality workload if Chubb misses time. Also, Cleveland should take an offensive step forward with a full offseason and no distractions for Deshaun Watson.
Jeff Haseley: There is growing anticipation for the performance of Jerome Ford, a second-year running back for the Browns. With Kareem Hunt's departure from Cleveland, Ford is expected to step up and take on his role. Ford possesses a balanced set of skills in both rushing and receiving, and his physical attributes - standing at 5'10 and weighing 210 pounds - make him capable of handling a heavier workload if necessary. Despite his limited experience in the NFL, Ford's talent and ability are undeniable. He demonstrated his potential during the 2022 preseason, and now he's eager to prove himself in the regular season.
Jaylen Warren, Pittsburgh Steelers
Jason Wood: Warren outperformed Najee Harris in many underlying performance metrics last year, even though Harris remained the workhorse when healthy. The Steelers' offense raises a lot of questions. If Kenny Pickett doesn't make a significant leap forward, it'll be tough for any tailback to deliver big fantasy numbers. But in a world where most are drafting Harris as a must-start player after last year's disappointment, Warren should be a high-priority pick in the later rounds. If you're ranking the league's presumptive RB2s, Warren should sit high on the list as both a handcuff and a potential high-volume star if injuries open the door.
Ben Cummins: Warren was good as a rookie. On a per-touch basis, he was superior to Najee Harris at shedding/avoiding tackles, producing big-play runs, breaking tackles, and being an efficient route runner and pass catcher, according to numerous statistics. Warren has endeared himself to Pittsburgh’s coaching staff and is ready for a larger workload in 2023.
Nick Whalen: In 2022, Najee Harris rushed for -0.49 YPC under expected. His two-year NFL average is -0.35 YPC under expected. Jaylen Warren's overall 2022 PFF grade was slightly higher than Najee Harris, and Warren had the third-highest receiving grade among all running backs. The receiving ability is alone worth the gamble, but if Pittsburgh gets frustrated with Harris, then it's wheels up for Warren's value.
Sigmund Bloom: Warren pretty much forced his way into a committee with Najee Harris as the season went on last year, and all reports out of Steelers OTAs indicate that he has picked up where he left off and will make this a two-man backfield. The Steelers also started running the ball better in the second half of the year and should have an improved offense this year, boosting the value of the 1A back role.
Craig Lakins: There should be optimism around the Steelers' run game with an improving offensive line and the addition of mammoth tight end Darnell Washington in the draft. While Najee Harris remains the main beneficiary, Warren has looked explosive in OTAs and is primed for a second-year leap.
Phil Alexander: Dating back to 2018, Najee Harris has picked up a total of six foot and/or ankle injuries, including three since entering the NFL in 2021. The bumps and bruises haven't cost Harris to miss a start, but you have to wonder if last preseason's Lisfranc sprain is a precursor to a major injury now that he's handled 694 total touches over the last two years. Injury predictions aside, Warren is no slouch. Per The Athletic, he finished first in expected points added (EPA) per target and rush as a rookie, and he has reportedly starred at OTAs. It's likely Warren has carved out a role next to Harris in Pittsburgh's backfield. If injury were to thrust him into a starting role, Warren instantly becomes a weekly low-end RB1, making his upside disproportionate to his current ADP.
Gary Davenport: In many statistical categories, Warren actually out-performed Najee Harris in 2022—he gained over a yard more per carry, averaged two more yards a reception and was a much more elusive player in the open field. This doesn’t mean that Warren is going to supplant Harris as Pittsburgh’s lead back, but an argument can be made that Warren has earned a larger role in the offense. At the very least, fantasy managers who invest an early pick in Harris should look to Warren late on draft day as insurance. But Warren also has some stand-alone value of his own, especially with the “Zero RB” crowd.
Matt Montgomery: If you are an undrafted free agent and a veteran coach gets you 70+ carries, you are not going to just be tossed aside. Last year, we saw the emergence of Jaylen Warren even after the fantastic rookie year we got from Najee Harris. He now has proven he can play the position as a dual threat in an offense with a young Quarterback. As Kenny Pickett becomes more and more comfortable playing in the NFL, he should improve upon his accuracy and confidence, which we all know usually comes from checkdowns and short yardage throws. This will only help Warren’s opportunities for targets and carries. Look for Warren to improve on his rookie year numbers and add to the touchdowns this season.
Jordan McNamara: Injury-away running backs are highly valuable in fantasy football. If there is an injury to the starter, the injury-away running back can step into the role of starter and provide spot starts for your fantasy team. Warren is among the cheaper injury-away running backs behind Najee Harris. Pittsburgh's offense should take a big step forward in 2023, Harris should be in line for a big opportunity that Warren could fill in the event of an injury.
Player Receiving 6 Votes
Tank Bigsby, Jacksonville Jaguars
Jason Wood: Travis Etienne is being drafted as a No. 1 fantasy running back, which is within his range of outcomes, but it's not a guarantee. Head coach Doug Pederson has generally favored a committee approach, but the Jaguars lacked viable alternatives to Etienne in 2022. Enter rookie Tank Bigsby. He's set to play a key role immediately and could push Etienne back into a timeshare. Their playing styles differ, making it probable that Bigsby will feature in sub-packages, including short-yardage and goal-line situations. Any No. 2 tailback in a solid offense should be drafted, and Bigsby has the talent to shine as the lead back if Etienne gets injured.
Ben Cummins: Appropriately called Tank, Bigsby is tough and plays physically when needed. He also repeatedly put impressive cuts and jukes in the open field on film as he has good vision and decisiveness that allow him to plant his foot in the ground and explode upfield. Auburn utilized Bigbsy on outside runs, and he proved he's capable of getting to the edge and hitting home runs. He offers some of the best contingent value in the league playing in an offense led by Trevor Lawrence should something happen to Travis Etienne, and it wouldn't be that crazy to see Bigsby outplay Etienne at some point this season as well.
Chad Parsons: High-profile backup running backs are the type of players who can win fantasy leagues if the starter misses time. Bigsby likely wins the RB2 job in Jacksonville by October at the latest and has the athletic and size combination to replicate a high percentage of Travis Etienne's stat line. Also, Bigsby has touchdown upside even with a healthy Etienne if the backfield splits like Detroit's with Bigsby in the Jamaal Williams to D'Andre Swift role.
Sigmund Bloom: The Jaguars spent a third-round pick on Bigsby, so they think highly of him. Travis Etienne has already acknowledged that other backs will get more work this year, and at least one Jaguars beat writer thinks that Bigsby could get more touches than Etienne in a game, depending on who has the hot hand. The Jaguars preferred James Robinson as a goal-line option before they dealt him to the Jets last year, and they could prefer Bigsby in that role this year. There are a lot of paths of value for the rookie.
Daniel Harms: Travis Etienne was one of the worst goal-line and short-yardage running backs in the NFL last season. The Jaguars want to use him as a big-play threat between the 20s and will definitely get him those chunk gains. This situation could easily evolve into a similar scenario that we witnessed in Detroit last season, and the main benefactor of that? Tank Bigsby. He could score more touchdowns than Etienne this year based on that alone. The Jaguars throw to their running backs at one of the lowest rates in the NFL too, and with the “more valuable” touches possibly being taken over by Bigsby, he’s a name you’re going to want to watch for.
Andy Hicks: Teams that spend a third-round pick on a running back when they have an established starter always attract interest. When the starter in Travis Etienne is probably more effective in the 15-20 touches a game range, the opportunity exists for the backup. Bigsby has to beat out some veterans, but the upside is there. Great value
Players Receiving 4 Votes
Malik Davis, Dallas Cowboys
Dave Kluge: Our Jeff Bell just wrote a fantastic article on Davis, and you should check it out. But as it stands, Tony Pollard sits atop the depth chart with Davis behind him. It wouldn’t surprise me if the Cowboys add another back before Week 1, making this take age terribly. But if they go into the season with their depth chart as is, Davis is in line for a lot more work than most people realize.
Hutchinson Brown: The Cowboys didn’t use rookie Malik Davis much last year, but in his limited touches, he did show off flashes. Go watch his highlights; there are some really good plays in there. Ezekiel Elliot had over 230 carries in 2022, and the Cowboys have not replaced him this off-season. While Tony Pollard is great, he has never had 200 carries in his career and is a smaller running back. Dallas could decide to heavily involve another body in the backfield again this year. Assuming the Cowboys don’t add a running back to the roster, Davis is the clear candidate for that job. Adding on, he could be a great asset if Pollard does miss time with an injury. Davis is set up to be a solid handcuff option in a great offense with the potential to have some solid stand-alone value if Dallas decides to work him into a committee with Pollard. At RB70 on Underdog? That is a SMASH pick!
Phil Alexander: Dallas has been reluctant to give Tony Pollard many more than 15 total touches per game, which makes his backup more than just injury insurance. Select Davis at the end of fantasy drafts as long as most of your league mates fail to realize he's No. 2 on the Cowboys' depth chart. Just hope Dalvin Cook doesn't sign with Dallas and stick a pin in this idea.
Chad Parsons: Ezekiel Elliott might be back for Dallas, but until that occurs, Davis is the in-house RB2 projection. Ronald Jones II has been tough to trust in any depth chart standing during his career, and Davis had some successful run in 2022 as a non-pedigreed depth option when needed. Tony Pollard is returning from injury, and Dallas projects as a strong offense to boost Davis.
Chuba Hubbard, Carolina Panthers
Ben Cummins: Hubbard played well last season and ranked highly in numerous advanced stats. Just 24 years old, he projects as the clear backup to Miles Sanders. Hubbard projects to offer some standalone value and would be a league winner should something happen to Sanders in a fun Panthers offense led by the cerebral Bryce Young.
Phil Alexander: Good on Miles Sanders for convincing Carolina he was worth $13 million guaranteed, especially in today's running back market. But that doesn't mean you should draft him at his current ADP. Sanders underachieved in three seasons with the Eagles before producing a 259-1,269-11 rushing line in a can't-miss situation last year. Without Philadelphia's elite offensive line play and Jalen Hurts freezing linebackers at the line of scrimmage, Sanders will be exposed as ordinary. Targeting backup running backs who play behind average starters is often a good process because the presumed starter's ADP is propped up by untrustworthy preseason workload projections. Hubbard is coming off an efficient season, came into the league as a hyped prospect just two years ago, and may not need an injury to Sanders to force an even timeshare.
Jordan McNamara: Chuba Hubbard is the injury-away running back behind Carolina's free-agent acquisition Miles Sanders. Carolina's offense should benefit from an upgrade to new head coach Frank Reich. Hubbard has 1,423 total yards in the first two years of his career and averaged 4.9 rushing yards per attempt in 2022.
Chad Parsons: Hubbard was siphoned by Ameer Abdullah in a previous Carolina backfield iteration when Christian McCaffrey was the starter (and missing time) and on the wrong end of D'Onta Foreman's rise from his Achilles injury recovery. However, Hubbard now has a clear run as the RB2 to Miles Sanders, who has yet to hit any lofty outcome as a starter or committee back in his NFL career.
And the Other 10
Our staff gave attention to 10 more running backs as possible deep sleepers. Here they are.
Players Receiving 3 Votes
Clyde Edwards-Helaire, Kansas City Chiefs
Daniel Harms: The contract year is undefeated. This will, assuredly, be Edwards-Helaire’s last season in KC, and while it hasn’t been the easiest for the former first-round pick, the efficiency and passing duties he displayed last season could float some touches his way. Isiah Pacheco is recovering from offseason surgery and could start the season slowly, along with the Chiefs possibly looking to save Jerick McKinnon for the stretch run. Helaire could be more involved early in the season than many expected.
Jordan McNamara: After being highly touted after being the first running back selected in the 2020 season Clyde Edwards-Helaire has disappointed. After 1,100 total yards from scrimmage in his rookie season, Edwards-Helaire has 1099 total yards from scrimmage in the following two seasons. Kansas City declined his fifth-year option and should compete with Jerick McKinnon and Isiah Pacheco in 2023 but can fill the role as both a runner and pass catcher if either McKinnon or Pacheco is injured.
Ryan Weisse: The pass-catching role in Kansas City is so valuable. I talked about this in my 10 Players I'm Rooting For article. Edwards-Helaire was the RB12 in fantasy football from Weeks 1-7 last year. From Week 8-18, Jerick McKinnon stepped in and performed as the RB5 in that role. While the Chiefs did bring McKinnon back and declined Edwards-Helaire's 5th-year option, they also gave Edwards-Helaire the first crack at the role last year. There are not many players outside the top 50 that have Edwards-Heliare's proven success on the field. He needs to stay healthy but could do enormous things in a contract year.
Keaontay Ingram, Arizona Cardinals
Matt Waldman: Many of the depth charts where there's a deep sleeper in what appears to be an enviable position as the potential No. 2 back could see their fortunes change dramatically if Dalvin Cook, Kareem Hunt, Ezekiel Elliott, or Leonard Fournette become the injury replacement to the current starter. This could be the case in Arizona, but with Kyler Murray expected to miss a chunk of the season, don't count on the Cardinals looking for a big-name veteran to replace an injured James Conner unless they begin the year 4-0 or 5-0 under Colt McCoy. It’s more likely Ingram gets the call. While beginning his rookie year as the No.4 option on the depth chart last summer while Eno Benjamin earned rave reviews, Ingram finished the season as the No. 2 while Benjamin was sent packing. Ingram has a lot of similarities in style to a young Kareem Hunt.
Dave Kluge: James Conner has never missed fewer than two games in a season. It’s only a matter of time before Ingram gets his opportunity for some spot starts in 2023. Although his rookie season was disappointing, the Cardinals have done little to beef up their depth behind Conner. Ingram probably doesn’t have much stand-alone value but makes for a tremendous late-round target with injury-away upside.
Ryan Weisse: While he's an effective back, James Conner has never played a full season. He's going to miss time, and Ingram will get the first crack at a feature role. While Ingram did not do much as a rookie, his 27 carries were the second-most carries among Arizona running backs. He also did not play until Week 6. His college numbers tell us he is a much better back than we saw last year and that he could be used more as a pass catcher. We have to hope he has put some of that together this offseason because it is a virtual guarantee he will see the field much more often in 2023.
Tyjae Spears, Tennessee Titans
Jason Wood: Derrick Henry, at 29 years old and with 1,906 career carries, is all set for another hefty workload this season. However, there's room in the Titans' offense for a secondary option, particularly a rookie like Spears who can be a game-changer both as a receiver and running in open spaces. At 190 pounds, Spears is unlikely to be a feature back, but if he can muster 10-12 touches on the ground and through the air, there's no reason he can't offer RB2/RB3 productivity, particularly in PPR scoring formats.
Matt Waldman: John Elway and Hines Ward are two examples of "copers," a term used for athletes who performed at a high level without one or both ACLs. Ward began his career as a running back at Georgia. Brian Westbrook and Frank Gore had long and productive careers after they tore both ACLs during their amateur careers. If not for the concerns about Spears' past injuries carrying more weight than last year's film at Tulane, the tape reveals a talent who belonged in a tier just below Bijan Robinson. Based on talent between the tackles, the open field, and as a receiver, Spears is by far the best option on the depth chart to replace Derrick Henry if called upon and free agent Kareem Hunt isn't considered. While he may not be Jamaal Charles, Spears has a lot of those stylistic elements and talents in his game.
Andy Hicks: The performance of Derrick Henry over the last four years has been nothing short of outstanding. With 1249 regular season rushing attempts and over 100 receptions, despite missing more than half a season. That workload is unsustainable. Enter third-round rookie Tyjae Spears to audition for his job as the future. With Henry turning 30 before the end of the season, the future is now.
Players Receiving 2 Votes
Chase Brown, Cincinnati Bengals
Jason Wood: The Bengals haven't yet cut Joe Mixon, but considering his cap number, there's a solid chance he's played his last snap in Cincinnati. If Mixon gets the boot, watch Brown's ADP skyrocket. The rookie might not boast elite measurables, but he was a true workhorse at the University of Illinois. Amassing 355 touches, 1,883 yards, and 13 touchdowns in a single season is nothing short of impressive, especially when you consider how inept the Illini offense was otherwise. Defenses knew Brown would touch the ball 25 times, but still, they couldn't stop him. Brown could step into the Bengals' powerful offense and find plenty of running room, thanks to their offensive line.
Matt Montgomery: Just like trying to catch a glimpse of Christmas presents early, Bengals fans and fantasy managers alike can see the changing of the guard coming. When you have a high-powered offense making a significant attempt at getting better weapons, you know they have a plan to get them involved, and that is precisely what I believe they will do with Chase Brown. Now, Joe Mixon is still here for the time being, but as we have seen in the NFL lately, teams like having flexibility at the running back position. Look for Brown to be involved with this offense early and often.
Players Receiving 1 Vote
Matt Breida, New York Giants
Matt Montgomery: Breida is just a consistently okay option to have, but I like him this year in particular. To start, he is the backup for Barkley, who we have seen have injury issues and is one bad play away from missing extended time. Breida is a formidable pass catcher from the backfield and has averaged 11 targets and 46 carries a season in the last three seasons. As Daniel Jones gets better, the pass opportunities will become more and more prevalent. Breida has been around and will continue to be around so long as he keeps contributing as he has to this point.
Chase Edmonds and Ke'Shawn Vaughn, Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Nick Whalen: Of RBs with a minimum of 125 rushing attempts, Rachaad White has finished dead last in the entire NFL in rushing YPC under expectation with -1.18. White catches the ball well, but it's possible he doesn't end the season with the majority of touches in that backfield, which is why betting on Edmonds and Vaughn makes sense. Both players have flashed talent at times throughout their career, and they're very cheap to acquire.
Gus Edwards, Baltimore Ravens
Jeff Bell: Edwards is the clear backup to J.K. Dobbins, with just Justice Hill and Keaton Mitchell as the other options. After missing all of 2021 with injury and portions of 2022, Edwards is as healthy as he has been since 2020. It feels like a lifetime ago, but Edwards cleared 700 yards in each of 2018, 2019, and 2020. Todd Monken’s offensive evolution at the NFL level is not unveiled yet, but the team frequently rotated running backs at Georgia. Edwards seems forgotten about, but he still has a great chance to emerge as a touchdown vulture on what should be a strong unit.
Kenneth Gainwell, Philadelphia Eagles
Craig Lakins: Despite the additions of Rashaad Penny and D'Andre Swift, Gainwell should see plenty of opportunities this season. The Eagles have always incorporated multiple running backs into their offensive attack. The surprising Miles Sanders leaves behind 259 carries and 20 receptions from 2022 to distribute among the three aforementioned running backs. Penny hasn't played more than ten games in a season since his rookie year and Swift has had a hard time earning the trust of previous coaching staffs. Meanwhile, Gainwell is entering his third season in the Eagles' powerful offense and should see an uptick in snaps. I'll take a chance on that every chance I get.
Joshua Kelley, Los Angeles Chargers
Jeff Bell: Kelley’s opportunities dwarfed the other Chargers’ backups in 2022, with 69 rushes and 25 targets, totaling 94 looks. Meanwhile, Isaiah Spiller and Larry Rountree combined for 36. In his third season, the game seemed to slow for Kelley as he dramatically improved his efficiency, rushing for a career-high 4.2 yards per carry after struggling badly his first two seasons. There is a chance Kelley becomes a flex-worthy option as a complement to Austin Ekeler, but if Ekeler misses time, Kelley is first up for a huge opportunity. In the right situation, he would have low-end RB1 upside.
Trey Sermon, Philadelphia Eagles
Matt Waldman: I'm an unapologetic and unrepentant believer in Sermon's game. Sermon is a cerebral-instinctive runner who built his prospects on setting up blocks like Nick Chubb. Until the 49ers had the shot to get Christian McCaffrey, Kyle Shanahan and the staff signed a lot of less instinctive speedsters and encouraged simplistic and less creative decisions behind a top offensive line. It's hard for runners like Sermon to make a change that fundamental. The Eagles had a second-round pre-draft grade on Sermon. Since signing Sermon, Nick Sirianni has twice broached Sermon's promise to the media unprompted in recent months. D'Andre Swift has highly specific talents as a runner, but they are far more limited in scope than advertised. Rashaad Penny has elite talent but an unreliable health history. Sermon may be the only option on the depth chart who can legitimately handle a three-down role for the Eagles other than Penny.
Zamir White, Las Vegas Raiders
Dave Kluge: White was essentially a non-factor as a rookie, struggling to get much work around Josh Jacobs’ stranglehold of the backfield. But with over 400 touches last year, history tells us that Jacobs is a likely injury candidate. White falls into the “injury-away” bucket and probably doesn’t have much stand-alone fantasy value. But the fourth-round pick has prototypical measurables and athleticism to be a three-down back in the NFL. After garnering some hype as a rookie and faceplanting, he’s being suppressed to the final rounds of drafts and possessing league-winning upside.
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