He needs to stop fumbling the rock or this could all go sideways, but CEH does have a nice matchup against the Eagles. But not as a fantasy enthusiast. Ito Smith and Royce Freeman got injured. I know people will be quick to dismiss Devin Singletary because he was outpaced by Moss in Week 3 (and Moss scored a pair of touchdowns in Week 2), but this is the kind of game where I have to rank the running backs, Id have Moss ahead of Singletary (who has scored at least 11 points in two of three). Start 'Em & Sit 'Em has helped fantasy managers for years make those pressing lineup decisions. I would temper expectations this week, however, as the Broncos have allowed just one back to score more than 14 fantasy points against them in their last eight games dating back to last season. . ET, FOX): Conner had a great stat line last week, scoring a season-high 18.3 fantasy points in a win over the Jaguars. This week, you should sit Akers given the matchup with the 49ers. He has yet to have more than eight carries in a game, and if he didn't score in Week 3 against the Colts he would have finished with just eight PPR points (seven carries for no yards and a touchdown, along with five catches for 39 yards). I need to be better. Dallas is No. ET, CBS): Edwards-Helaire had fantasy fans freaked out after two weeks, but he rebounded with a 100 rushing yards and a touchdown last week. Okay, maybe . With D'Andre Swift dealing with an injured shoulder, Williams should again lead the Lions backfield in touches against a Seahawks defense that was crushed by Cordarrelle Patterson. And while that makes it tough to sit him, I'd beware of a . ET, FOX), Leonard Fournette at Patriots (8:20 p.m. I expect him to rebound in what could be a real scoreboard scorcher against Kansas City. O/U 47.5, DEN -1 Even if he doesnt go, the Buccaneers have used Leonard Fournette as a receiver out of the backfield previously and would likely see the majority of the work if Gio cant go. O/U 44.5, LAC -3.5 Tony Pollard vs. Texans (1 p.m. Things are unlikely to get better this week, as the Patriots will face a Buccaneers defense that has allowed just 57.2 rushing yards per game this season. Patterson is a sleeper at running back or receiver this week, and he has 11 catches for 140 yards and a touchdown on 14 targets in his past two games. Cam Akers (@ 49ers) and JK Dobbins (vs. Bills . FPTS/G. Chuba Hubbard at Cowboys (1 p.m. Dameon Pierce vs. Chargers (1 p.m. All Rights Reserved. This week, you should sit Akers given the matchup with the 49ers. Clyde Edwards-Helaire at Buccaneers (8:20 p.m. ET, NBC): Edwards-Helaire has had a great start to the season, scoring 14-plus fantasy points in . Akers also scored just 10.1 points despite finding the end zone, and Henderson played the same number of snaps. O/U 55, MIA -2 3-0-0. I think you just have to trust Patterson until he fails, and this Week 4 game against Cleveland should be another successful performance for him. We'll see what role Royce Freeman has, but Hubbard should have a big game catching the ball. Sit EmJosh Jacobsvs. Broncos (4:25 p.m. 2 running back in all leagues this week. Add that to a tough matchup against the Rams, and Conner needs to be on your bench. He has six touches inside the opponent's 5-yard line, thats the most in the NFL. He has a limited role in the passing game with three catches for 10 yards on the season on four targets, which is a concern. Ingram started the season with a great Week 1, going for 85 rushing yards and a touchdown. Fantasy Football Week 4 Start 'Em: Running backs RB must-starts. We're already three weeks into the 2022 fantasy football season. Harris is just a non-PPR flex play in deeper leagues for this week. I see the rookie as a nice flex option this week, as hell face a Steelers defense thats allowed the sixth-most fantasy points 27.3 PPG) to opposing running backs in their last eight games dating back to last season. Drake does have two games with five catches this season, but he's still looking for his first touchdown. 2 Fantasy running back this week in all leagues. I might not be willing to sit Zeke this week against the Panthers. The Colts have allowed Chris Carson and Derrick Henry to each gain over 110 total yards this year, but neither scored a touchdown. ET, NBC): Edwards-Helaire has had a great start to the season, scoring 14-plus fantasy points in each of his first three games. section: | slug: fantasy-football-start-em-sit-em-week-4-running-backs | sport: football | route: article_single_fantasy | Dave Richard broke down the potential Fantasy fallout. The Bears pass defense has played well this season. Sanders should get plenty of work early, and the Chiefs have allowed a running back to score in every game this year. MORE: Fantasy Football Trade Analyzer Week 10. He only had 10 carries for 31 yards and a touchdown in Week 3 against Green Bay, adding two catches for 3 yards on three targets, but this is a better matchup in Week 4. Of course, Bernard -- who played 45 percent of the snaps last week --- suffered an MCL sprain and his status for Sunday is in doubt. Im not ready to make that commitment just yet, especially with zero bye weeks. The Bears also allow the sixth-most rushing yards . He's played more than Damien Harris in each of the past two games against Pittsburgh and Baltimore, and Stevenson stood out against the Ravens with 12 carries for 73 yards and a touchdown, along with four catches for 28 yards on five targets. Their defense has allowed six touchdowns and the 10th-most fantasy points to running backs this season, and Montgomery beat them for 27.1 points in their last meeting (2020). Michael Fabiano analyzes fantasy football for Sports Illustrated. ET, NBC): Edwards-Helaire has had a great start to the season, scoring 14-plus fantasy points in each of his first three games. The Dolphins have allowed the second-most fantasy points to running backs this year, and they have allowed three top 15 running backs in the last two games. The Colts defense has allowed just two scores and the 11th-fewest points to runners, so beware Gaskin. I'd fade him again, as the Jaguars face a very tough Eagles defense on their home field. RB: Start 'Em. The Football Team's defense has struggled, but it has allowed just two total touchdowns and the seventh-fewest fantasy points to opposing runners. The 49ers have allowed the seventh-most fantasy points per game to the position this year, which is kind of a surprise to me. This column will not cover the elite players in the NFL like Patrick Mahomes, Christian McCaffrey, Davante Adams, or Travis Kelce. He should be considered a quality No. We started to try something new with Start 'Em, Sit 'Em this week by digging into each position more throughout the week - starting with quarterbacks - and now we're continuing the fun with running backs! Starting Patrick Mahomes. Start 'Em | Miles Sanders, Philadelphia Eagles (vs. KC) ET, NBC): Harris is coming off his worst line of the season, scoring a mere 3.1 fantasy points in a loss to the Saints. Against Arizona, Carson is facing a defense that has allowed six total touchdowns to running backs, and he's worth trusting as a No. NFL and the NFL shield design are registered trademarks of the National Football League.The team names, logos and uniform designs are registered trademarks of the teams indicated. O/U 44, PIT -3.5 The run defense hasn't been as good, which should show you what an underrated stud Eddie Goldman truly is. Their defense has allowed the fewest points to runners, including holding Aaron Jones and A.J. We'll see what happens when Jacobs returns and if all three will play, but I would only use Drake as a flex option in PPR. Commanders (1 p.m. Week 4 Start 'Em: Running Backs. I sat CEH last week because I had to. So, so much for that. Ezekiel Elliott didn't take kindly to our charges that Pollard was the better running back with a monster performance against the Eagles. Robinson just had six catches for 46 yards on six targets in Week 3 against Arizona, and he also added 15 carries for 88 yards and a touchdown. After a stellar Week 1 performance, Montgomery has averaged just 9.2 points and 47.5 rushing yards over the past two weeks while failing to find the endzone. There was a lot to like about Edwards-Helaire's performance in Week 3 against the Chargers. Now, Clyde isnt the type of runner Ezekiel Elliott is -- thats for sure. Robinson is likely going to struggle on the ground in this game against the Bengals. ET, CBS): Pierce, listed as a start 'em last week, produced 18.1 fantasy points while seeing 50% of the backfield touches against the Bears. Harris had either 100 total yards or a touchdown in his first two games before getting locked down by the Saints in Week 3, and a similar fate likely awaits him this week. I mean, I care who the quarterback is as a Bears fan. Where Robinson should excel is catching the ball, and the Bengals have allowed the most receptions to running backs this year. Watch NFL games online all season long with fuboTV: Start with a 7-day free trial! In a game where the Bills are expected to win in a blowout, both of these running backs should be in play. Rhamondre Stevenson has also played more than Harris the past two weeks, which could be a sign of things to come. If you're in need of a flex starter, Penny is well worth a look in Detroit. . The matchup is very different this week. QUARTERBACKS RUNNING BACKS WIDE RECEIVERS TIGHT ENDS KICKERS TEAM DEFENSES. J.K. Dobbins RB O/U 40.5, CLE -1.5 The Seahawks are giving too many running backs playing time as Penny, Ken Walker, Travis Homer and DeeJay Dallas all played in Week 3 against Atlanta. Monty averaged just under 18 fantasy points per game against the Lions last year, and Detroit has allowed an average of 135 scrimmage yards to running backs over the past 19 games. Jeff Wilson was a start last week and he was solid, rushing for 75 yards while finishing with 11.6 fantasy points. All Rights Reserved. Against the Patriots, Dobbins had seven carries for 23 yards and two catches for 17 yards on two targets, and he played 43 percent of the snaps. He had 14 touches in Week 3 at Houston when McCaffrey got hurt, converting 11 carries into 52 yards, along with three catches for 27 yards on five targets. Youre probably still starting him regardless, so consider this a bit of reassurance in a smash spot against the Dolphins. Seattle has allowed four running backs to score at least 13 PPR points this season with Jonathan Taylor, Nyheim Hines, Derrick Henry and Alexander Mattison, and hopefully Sermon gets involved in the passing game because the Seahawks are No. Now, Gibson (seven catches for 72 yards) and Ekeler (eight catches for 48 yards) beat up Jacksonville through the air, but that's not part of Sanders' game with only six catches for 13 yards on the season on six targets. ET, Fox): Williams is coming off a huge game, scoring two touchdowns and 24.7 fantasy points in a loss to the Vikings. I see Akers as a flex starter at best against a Niners defense that has allowed the fewest points to runners in their last eight games. I would only use Sanders as a flex this week in the majority of leagues. It was great to see Conner get two touchdowns in Week 3 at Jacksonville, but don't chase that production. ET, CBS), Kenyan Drake at Chargers (Mon., 8:15 p.m. It's plenty to keep the waiver wire humming and lineups churning. So far, Fournette scored 10 PPR points in Week 1 against Dallas and 11 PPR points in Week 2 against Atlanta. And while that makes it tough to sit him, Id beware of a matchup in Tampa Bay. You can follow Michael on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram for your late-breaking fantasy news and the best analysis in the business to help you win a fantasy championship! 2022 ABG-SI LLC. We thought when Josh Jacobs (toe/ankle) got hurt that Drake would be the focal point of the Raiders backfield, but that's been Peyton Barber instead. ET, CBS) Jeff Wilson Jr. vs. Rams (8:15 p.m. O/U 40.5, SF -2.5 Prior to Week 3, Williams had at least 93 total yards in each of his first two outings, but it's tough to trust him with Latavius Murray and Devonta Freeman getting more work. I don't think Ezekiel Elliott is going away anytime soon, and Elliott is worth starting in all leagues this week as well. Jones has been usurped by Giovani Bernard in the Buccaneers backfield. If you were to say Sanders averaged 13.5 yards per carry and had three catches on four targets in Week 3 at Dallas then I would have expected a huge stat line. in the first round. San Francisco has allowed two rushing touchdowns to running backs this year, but Javonte Williams' 60 total yards in Week 3 is the best outing against the 49ers in three games. ET, CBS): Fool me once, shame on you. 4-2-0. NFL+ gives you the freedom to watch LIVE out-of-market preseason games, LIVE local and primetime regular season and postseason games on your phone or tablet, the best NFL programming on-demand, and MORE! He should get plenty of work again this week against the Chargers, and he's worth starting as a No. Thats right, I wrote three. Their defense has allowed nearly 27 fantasy points per game to opposing running backs in their last eight contests. 2 PPR running back this week. And the Colts have allowed just 11 receptions to running backs this season. Khalil Herbert at Giants9. Barber, meanwhile, has 36 carries and three catches over that span. TEN) Nick Chubb, Browns (at ATL) . ET, NBC), Cordarrelle Patterson vs. Football Team ($4,900), Javonte Williams vs. Ravens (4:25 p.m. Joe Mixon vs. Dolphins (TNF)10. The Steelers have allowed a running back to score at least 16 PPR points in every game this year. Jonathan Taylor, Colts (vs. 2 running back in all leagues. He turned 13 carries into just 39 yards, averaging 3.0 YPC. Not only do I back him here against the Texans, Im going with both Bills running backs in this one. Instead, Chase Edmonds should remain the best Fantasy running back for the Cardinals, and he's worth using as a No. At best, Williams is a flex option this week, with his value higher in non-PPR leagues. Austin Ekeler at Texans4. Hopefully, Edwards-Helaire stays hot in this matchup. O/U 47, TB -6.5 O/U 47.5, KC -2 But I'm slightly concerned about his production for Week 4 against the Buccaneers. O/U 49.5, GB -9.5 The Panthers have allowed the fewest fantasy points to running backs this season. I have Pollard as a borderline starter in all leagues this week, and he looked awesome in Week 3 at the Giants with 13 carries for 105 yards, including a 46-yard run in the second quarter. That's based on a great matchup against the Lions, who have allowed six rushing touchdowns and the most fantasy points to opposing running backs after three weeks. The only other back who can make that claim is Chase Edmonds. Damien Harris vs. Breece Hallat Steelers (1 p.m. There should be a lot of passing and a lot of . O/U 51.5, PHI -6.5 Start Em, Sit 'Em is the ultimate look at the best and worst matchups based on a PPR scoring system in fantasy football. Takeover, the break's over. O/U 42.5, LAC -4.5 2 in receptions allowed to running backs with 27. Hall only had eight carries for 39 yards, but he had six catches for 53 yards on 11 targets. For all of your final fantasy lineup decisions, be sure to check out my weekly player rankings which will be updated daily throughout the NFL season.Fabs Top 10 Running Backs1. And you know what is a good decision? Start of the Week: Jamaal Williams vs. Seahawks (1 p.m. Michael Fabiano is an award-winning fantasy football analyst on Sports Illustrated and a member of the Fantasy Sports Writers Association (FSWA) Hall of Fame. O/U 52.5, Visit SportsLine now to get Week 4 rankings for every position, plus see which QB is going to come out of nowhere to crack the top 10, all from the model that has out-performed experts big-time, Injury report: Barkley, Metcalf, Lawrence questionable, Week 14 Fantasy football rankings, picks, lineups. His speed is a difference maker. Gaskin is still worth using as a flex option in PPR, but he's no longer a must-start Fantasy running back heading into Week 4. at O/U 54.5, CIN -7.5 He had season highs in carries (17) and yards (100), and he also added two catches for 9 yards and a touchdown. Javonte Williams remains the No. Miami is among seven teams that have allowed 20 receptions to running backs in three games. We'll see if he takes on a bigger role in the passing game with James White (hip) out, but White's playing time will likely go to J.J. Taylor or Brandon Bolden instead. Cook had six catches for 43 yards on seven targets, and Harris had 14 catches for 102 yards on 19 targets. Surprise! We'll see what happens with Elijah Mitchell (shoulder) this week, but if he remains out then consider Sermon a No. ET, ESPN): Akers saw 12 touches to just four for Darrell Henderson last week, but this is still a committee situation. The Chargers have only allowed one rushing touchdown this season, but two running backs in a row -- Clyde Edwards-Helaire and James Robinson -- have gained over 100 total yards. So who should you start and sit this week? This should be his best game of the season against the Panthers, who have allowed three total touchdowns to running backs and are home underdogs. 2004-2022 CBS Interactive. SI Sportsbook Player Prop: Edwards-Helaire under 36.5 rushing yards. Start EmKhalil Herbertat Giants (1 p.m. Gaskin has been a bust for the season so far, and it's hard to trust him in Week 4 against the Colts. I wish Williams was coming off a strong game in Week 3 against Detroit, but he flopped as the Start of the Week with five carries for 22 yards and no catches. 4.8. You tell me what my grade was for last week's fantasy running back start/sit advice. The Bears then were awful last week against the Browns. If the Cardinals are playing with a lead as expected, Conner should have the opportunity for plenty of touches and hopefully a breakout performance. Those injuries take any shot at 100 percent off the table. Of course, Im rooting for Gio, and you should pick him up off the wire if you havent done so already. That's the beauty of the game. He also played just 10 more snaps than Malcolm Brown, who had two red-zone looks compared to none for Gaskin. The Raiders have allowed a running back to score in three games in a row, and Gordon could find the end zone once again in this matchup. Hes had 17+ touches in two of three games, and the Cowboys ran right through the Eagles on Monday night. Start 'EM Sit 'EM Week 4. This week, the Cardinals play the Rams, who have allowed 7.6 targets per game to running backs, which bodes well for Edmonds. Cincinnati held Dalvin Cook and David Montgomery to identical rushing lines in the first two games (20 carries for 61 yards), and Najee Harris had 14 carries for 40 yards in Week 3. But Pollard should be no worse than a flex option given the matchup with Washington at home. David Montgomery vs. DET. Week 4 Sit 'Em: Running Backs Sit of the Week Damien Harris vs. It's clear that if he doesn't score he won't be a good Fantasy asset, and the Rams have allowed just one rushing touchdown from a running back this year. He also has to do more in the passing game since he has just two catches for 18 yards on three targets in three games. Williams' 4.3 yards per carry match a career high. At best, Jacobs should be a risk-reward flex option.Travis Etienneat Eagles (1 p.m. ET, Fox): Williams is coming off a huge game, scoring two touchdowns and 24.7 fantasy points in a loss to the Vikings. Philadelphia just forgot to run the ball, but I expect that to change in Week 4 against the Chiefs. Sit of the Week Clyde Edwards-Helaire at Buccaneers (8:20 p.m. Williams had his first NFL touchdown in Week 3 against the Jets, and it was his first game with double digits in PPR points with 12. Christian McCaffrey vs. Cardinals6. Despite recent challenges, Jonathan Taylor is a must-start against Miami. Their defense was just smashed by Ezekiel Elliott and Tony Pollard, who combined for 155 yards and two scores. O/U 50.5, SF -2.5 But he also lost his first fumble, which could lead to Melvin Gordon getting more work. Clyde Edwards-Helaire at Eagles (1 p.m. 2-1-0. Our start 'em or sit 'em fantasy football expert examines running backs and wide receivers. O/U 38.5, CAR -1.5 I think he'll rebound this week, however, as Montgomery has a great matchup against the Lions. Ezekiel Elliott didnt take kindly to our charges that Pollard was the better running back with a monster performance against the Eagles. Mike Davis is still the best running back for the Falcons, but you can also use Patterson as a flex option in Week 4. And don't forget to check out Heath Cummings' running back preview for more help with . And don't forget to check out Heath Cummings' running back preview for more help with matchup notes, numbers to know, and more. Akers took over as the lead running back for the Rams in Week 3 at Arizona, and he finished the game with 12 carries for 61 yards and a touchdown, along with a lost fumble. Hines should be considered a flex option in PPR this week. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI LLC. This might not initially seem to have anything to do with Week 4's start/sit fantasy advice for running backs and wide receivers, but . You can follow Michael on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram for your late-breaking fantasy news and the best analysis in the business! Etienne did see 16 touches a week ago in Los Angeles, but he still managed just 10.5 fantasy points. However, most of his points came on two goal-line touchdowns, and you can't bank on those each week. McCaffrey led the 49ers backs in touches with a total of 66 rushing yards on 17 carries in their win over the Dolphins . Typically, when the entire fantasy community agrees on a player, that player disappoints. Im always fearful of going with a running back who breaks out for one week, but Moss has played well since he was a surprise inactive in Week 1. Even if he doesnt go this week, hes going to end up being the back to roster from this team. Jamaal Williams is the Week 4 Start of the Week against the Seahawks. Visit SportsLine now to get Week 4 rankings for every position, plus see which QB is going to come out of nowhere to crack the top 10, all from the model that has out-performed experts big-time. Penny still led the team in carries with 14, and he finished with 66 yards. ET, Fox): Pollard was my running back start of the week in Week 13, and he went off for 24.6 points. Both Bills running backs should have the chance for production this week against the Texans, but I'll go with Moss over Devin Singletary given what Moss did in Week 3 against Washington. ET, ESPN), DFS Fades Miles Sanders vs. Jaguars ($6,000) Josh Jacobs vs. Broncos ($5,500) Damien Harris at Packers ($5,300). Editor's note: When the Patriots-Chiefs Week 4 game will be played is in question after Cam Newton tested positive for COVID-19. View the original article to see embedded media. Mitchell has looked like the best fit for this backfield. Patterson could once again be a top 15 running back in all leagues. You won't want to miss a moment of the 2022 season! Instead, I'll look at the players you have questions about who could exceed or fail to meet expectations at each position. Hubbard is expected to start for the injured Christian McCaffrey (hamstring), and it's worth trusting Hubbard as a No. 2 running back in PPR. Week 12 Positional Rankings: QB I RB I WR I TE I DST I K I Flex START These Running Backs Jeff Wilson Jr., RB, Miami Dolphins vs. Houston Texans. The veteran runner is a solid option this week. This column focuses on the options in the "QB2/TE2/DST2" range, i.e . Hes had 62 total yards and zero scores in the past two games. Aaron Jones vs. Patriots, Complete positional rankings: QB | RB | WR | TE | FLEX | K | DST, Week 4 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: QUARTERBACKS | RUNNING BACKS | WIDE RECEIVERS | TIGHT ENDS | KICKERS & TEAM DEFENSES. I'm not going to trust him yet in most leagues, but hopefully he'll be starting for Fantasy managers across the board soon. 2004-2022 CBS Interactive. And if he doesn't score then his stat line could be minimal. Nick Chubb at Falcons5. And in the past three meetings with Seattle, San Francisco running backs have six total touchdowns. and Heath . Joey and Dave give their must-start and must-s. Now hes got the Broncos, who have allowed the second-fewest fantasy points to running backs this year. Wilson disappointed in a smash spot last week against the Texans, scoring just 12.2 fantasy points -- half of which came off a touchdown. Week 4 Sit 'Em: Running Backs Sit of the Week Clyde Edwards-Helaire at Buccaneers (8:20 p.m. ET, CBS): It was nice to see Dobbins back on the field after suffering a serious knee/leg injury last year, but the Ravens limited him to just 26 snaps and nine touches. O/U 42, WAS -1.5 Buccaneers (8:20 p.m. TySon Williams at Broncos (4:25 p.m. He played 56 percent of the snaps compared to 43 percent of Singletary, and Moss finished with 13 carries for 60 yards, along with three catches for 31 yards and a touchdown on three targets. San Francisco has allowed two rushing touchdowns to running backs this year, but Javonte Williams' 60 total yards in Week 3 is the best outing against the 49ers in three games. Jonathan Taylor vs. Titans3. The Bills have allowed seven running backs to score at least 12 PPR points this season, but six of them had at least 12 carries against Buffalo (Chase Edmonds in Week 3 had six carries for 21 . Sit of the Week. It's been a bit of a strange week for me personally this week. I said here last week that Pierce would have his best game of the season at Chicago, and he did with 20 carries for 80 yards and a touchdown, along with two catches for 21 yards on two targets. But I did write that Andy Reid loves to give his young running backs the benefit of the doubt. This game could go sideways in a hurry for New England, so the potential for a negative game script is clear as well. Last week was pretty much Kenneth Walker III week, but he lived up to . Jamaal Williams vs. Seahawks7. If you're off to an undefeated start, congratulations! But Pollard? ET, FOX): Davis was projected to be the top runner in Atlanta, but he has found himself in a backfield committee with Cordarrelle Patterson. ET, CBS) James Conner at Panthers (4:05 p.m. He scored 15 PPR points in Week 1 against Kansas City, but he suffered an ankle injury in Week 2 at Las Vegas and struggled in Week 3 against the Raiders. Click here to read all his articles here on SI Fantasy. Jonathan Taylor at Dolphins (1 p.m. ET, FOX): Montgomery has posted two straight stinkers, scoring a combined 18.4 fantasy points in that time. 3 in receptions allowed to running backs with 26 on the season. Week 3 against the Bengals was the first time Hall played more snaps than Michael Carter, and hopefully this is a sign of things to come. All Rights Reserved. The Texans have allowed the eighth-most rushing yards per game this year. Jamey Eisenberg's Start 'Em & Sit 'Em calls for running backs are here for Week 4 to help sort through it. He's also doing some work in the passing game with six catches for 31 yards on seven targets this season. Myles Gaskin vs. Colts (1 p.m. Their defense has allowed the fourth-fewest points to backs this season, and Dobbins will remain limited.Cam Akersat 49ers (Mon. Their defense surrendered 178 rushing yards and a touchdown to Ezekiel Elliott, Tony Pollard and the Dallas Cowboys runners on Monday night. And, if you can't find a player you are looking for, please check out latest NFL Fantasy lineup rankings right here. But if he doesn't find the end zone then his Fantasy value will be minimal, and the Packers have yet to allow a running back to score in three games. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: fantasynews | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | Clyde finished with 16.9 fantasy points. Harris is headed for a tough game in Week 4 against Tampa Bay, and he's only worth using as a flex option at best, with his value slightly higher in non-PPR leagues. Like seriously, you dont need to be that cool. He's become a valuable weapon for Matt Ryan, and he should be involved in the run game as well with 14 carries in his past two outings. Week 14 Start 'Em: Running Backs. His role in the passing game is important, and hopefully Brian Hoyer will lean on him as he takes over for the injured Mac Jones (ankle). I hope Nick Sirianni doesn't forget about Sanders again this week, but he's worth using as a No. James Conner at Rams (4:05 p.m. Week 4 Sit 'Em: Running Backs. There is hope, however, as Mitchell was limited in Fridays practice before the Green Bay game. That usage is a concern, as is a matchup against the Broncos. It was good enough to make him a top-25 fantasy RB. Going back to last year, Lynch has either scored or gained 90 total yards in 10 of his past 11 games, including three in a row to start this season. 2022 NFL Enterprises LLC. Mike Davis vs. Football Team (1 p.m. Mitchell was inactive last week, so this will be something we will monitor. O/U 49, LAR -4.5 6-keys: media/fantasynews/nfl/reg/free/stories. The Bears running backs also combined for five receptions in Week 2. Jamey Eisenberg's Start 'Em & Sit 'Em calls for running backs are here for Week 4 to help you find answers. The Buccaneers run defense has again been fantastic, and Tampa Bay has yet to allow a running back to score or gain more than 60 yards, including matchups with Ezekiel Elliott and Aaron Jones. While the Bills have allowed three rushing touchdowns this season, no running back has more than 47 yards on the ground, including a matchup with Derrick Henry in Week 2. Fantasy managers often look at their rosters and try to make the best start/sit decisions. I expect this to be a high-scoring game with Carson scoring again because thats what he does. He hasn't scored a touchdown since Week 1, and he finished with 15 carries for 46 yards last week against the Commanders. I think about how much I dog Edmonds, and maybe I should start appreciating him. David Montgomery vs. Lions (1 p.m. We take a closer look at all the potential sleepers and busts in our Week 4 fantasy RB rankings for standard leagues. He has now scored three touchdowns in the past two games, and the Texans defense should only be a speed bump in slowing down Buffalo's offense this week, leading to more scoring chances for Moss. 2 running back in all leagues. Week 4 Fantasy Football Start 'Em & Sit 'Em Running Backs: It's Rhamondre SZN! So in Week 4, Fantasy managers turn their longing eyes to Chuba Hubbard. It will be our objective to help you find running backs you'll want to move in and out of your lineups based on matchups every week. Edwards-Helaire has been fantastic so far this season, scoring at least 14 PPR points in every game. At least we hope. The Jaguars have been tough against the run, holding Antonio Gibson (14 carries for 58 yards), Jonathan Taylor (nine carries for 54 yards) and Austin Ekeler (four carries for 5 yards) in check. Start of the Week. Fool me twice, shame on me. Edmonds has the fifth-most targets amongst running backs so far this season and has caught all but 1 of them. ET, FOX): The Panthers will be without their top offensive weapon, Christian McCaffrey, leaving Hubbard as their new No. SI Sportsbook Player Prop: Hall over 38.5 rushing yards (-125). Last year, Herbert had four games with at least 18 carries, and he scored 18 PPR points in two of them. Williams did lead with 29 snaps, but he saw just five touches in a close game against the Lions. After three weeks, the Chiefs defense has struggled against opposing running backs, allowing five total touchdowns and the fourth-most fantasy points to the position in 2021. Stevenson is a solid flex option in PPR this week. 8:15 p.m. 2 Fantasy option in Week 4. Start Em, Sit 'Em is the ultimate look at the best and worst matchups based on a PPR scoring system in fantasy football. Start of the WeekJamaal Williamsvs. Seahawks (1 p.m. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. ET, Fox): Herbert went off against the Texans last week, scoring over 30 fantasy points in the absence of David Montgomery. All Rights Reserved. Week 4 Sit 'em Cam Akers - Rams RB. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. 1 in Fantasy, Christian McCaffrey, is again out nursing a hamstring. Week 4 Positional Rankings: QB I RB I WR I TE I DST I K I Flex Of course that brings us to this week's Start/Sit decisions. David Montgomery (ankle) is expected to be out in Week 4 against the Giants, and Herbert should be in line for a hefty workload. Now its time to rebound against the Lions, who were kind of not terrible against the Ravens as our guy TySon Williams disappeared. Herbert has top-10 upside this week. More importantly, the Chiefs stuck with him after he fumbled for the second game in a row. Watch NFL games live with fuboTV: Start your free trial today! For all of your final fantasy lineup decisions, be sure to check out my weekly player rankings which will be updated daily throughout the 2021 NFL season. Gordon had 12 carries for 26 yards and a touchdown in Week 3 against the 49ers, and he also added five catches for 29 yards on six targets. So, let's double up and . Even though I like Jalen Hurts to have a big game, a lot of his production could come in garbage time. By Week 5, you should know how your team is looking (are you 4-0 or 0-4?!). Buccaneers (8:20 p.m. The Cardinals have allowed more than 130 total yards to Cook and Robinson in each of the past two games, so Michel has the chance to be a No. Check out the latest in the Start 'Em, Sit 'Em for your 2022 NFL fantasy football league. Sit of the WeekClyde Edwards-Helaireat Buccaneers (8:20 p.m. 2:28 pm ET, DAL -4.5 Michael Fabiano analyzes fantasy football for Sports Illustrated. We don't know if Giovani Bernard (knee) will play this week against the Patriots, but Fournette would be a solid flex option if Bernard is out given the potential of an increased role in the passing game. SI Sportsbook Perfect 10: FREE TO PLAY. But that's too obvious, so you won't see that here. Ingram, David Johnson and even Rex Burkhead himself are going to have trouble against the Bills, who have allowed the fourth-fewest fantasy points to running backs this year. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED is a registered trademark of ABG-SI LLC. And which surprising quarterback could lead you to victory? He had 14 . at This is the second time this season he scored 22 PPR points, and he's done a nice job when getting at least 18 total touches. Running backs. Saquon Barkley vs. Bears2. That's what happens when the consensus No. He has yet to rush for 40 yards in a game, and he only has one touchdown. Our START EM SIT EM for fantasy football Week 14, running backs, wide receivers, tight ends, and quarterbacks. Buccaneers @ 49ers | 4:25 pm EST Sunday. Drake has remained in his role as the change-of-pace running back and pass catcher, and he only has 15 carries and eight catches in the past two games with Jacobs out. Hes had at least 12 fantasy points in all three games this year. Conner has had a rough start to the season. Nick Roberts Sep 28th 1:57 PM EDT. Jamey Eisenberg is here to help. This one is a tough one. Sean McVay wasn't concerned about the fumble, but Darrell Henderson will continue to have a role for the Rams, which limits the ceiling for Akers. If the veteran cannot return this week, Herbert would be a solid option against the Giants. This game also has the highest over/under of the week at 54.5. J.K. Dobbinsvs. Bills (1 p.m. Week 4 Rankings (PPR): QUARTERBACKS | RUNNING BACKS | WIDE RECEIVERS | TIGHT ENDS | FLEX | KICKERS | TEAM DEFENSES (DST). While the Ravens have allowed five rushing touchdowns to running backs this year, no running back has more than 47 yards on the ground. It was great to see Dobbins on the field in Week 3 at New England, and hopefully that was the shake the rust off game after not playing last season due to a knee injury. Please check the opt-in box to acknowledge that you would like to subscribe. Heres the good news for those of you who drafted J.T. Edwards-Helaire is only a flex option at best this week. Pierce should again have plenty of volume, and he should continue to be productive as the lead running back in Houston. Pick 10 Games. This week, he's facing an Eagles defense that was gashed against the run by the Cowboys in Week 3 with Ezekiel Elliott and Tony Pollard combining for 28 carries, 155 yards and two touchdowns. Win $10,000. Whether you lost someone to injury or are dealing with some disappointments, you might have tough decisions to make at running back. ET, CBS): I was on the Etienne bandwagon in the preseason, but he's been a disappointment as James Robinson and his healed Achilles has been running roughshod over defenses. This column will not cover the elite players in the NFL like Josh Allen, Jonathan Taylor or Cooper Kupp. All other NFL-related trademarks are trademarks of the National Football League. lineup advice tool can help answer your tough Week 14 start 'em, sit 'em questions, including whether to play Mike White, DeeJay Dallas, Diontae Johnson, and more. O/U 42.5, LV -2.5 Instead here are some of the most-pressing questions. So what running backs should you be rolling with for Week 4? Instead, I'll look at the players you have the most questions about to help you set the most effective starting lineup possible. All the answers you're looking for about your lineup questions. Conner did well against the Jaguars with 11 carries for 43 yards and two touchdowns, and he also added his first catch this season for 10 yards. ET, CBS): If last weekend was an indication, the Ravens are going with a true committee moving forward. Use of this site constitutes acceptance of our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy, Week 4 Start 'Em or Sit 'Em: Running Backs, Chris Carson at 49ers (4:05 p.m. I'll be the first to admit I don't drive defensively. Their defense has allowed no touchdowns in its first three games and the second-fewest points to opposingrunning backs. ET, CBS): Taylor has been an absolute dud for fantasy managers over the last two weeks, scoring a combined 14.5 points. section: | slug: fantasy-football-week-4-start-em-sit-em-running-backs-khalil-herbert-has-top-10-look-against-giants | sport: football | route: article_single_fantasy | Dillon to a combined 11.5 points in Week 3. He led Panthers' backs in snaps and touches last week after CMC went down, making the rookie an attractive volume play against the Cowboys. Denver has yet to allow a running back to score this year, including against Saquon Barkley and James Robinson. The Bears looked miserable against the Rams in the opener, but rallied the following week to beat the Bengals (who are looking kind of good) and Monty was great. We've compiled all of our Week 14 rankings for PPR and standard leagues in one place to help you decide who . We'll see what happens with Zach Wilson (knee) taking over for Joe Flacco, but this is a good matchup to trust Hall as a No. ET, CBS): Sanders didnt do much against Dallas on Monday night, but the Eagles ran the ball just three times in the contest. Malcolm Brown is too much of a factor for Gaskin, especially in short-yardage situations, and the Dolphins offensive line has been a problem as well. O/U 42, BUF -3 The . The Giants were just gashed on the ground by the Cowboys in Week 3 as Ezekiel Elliott and Tony Pollard combined for 28 carries, 178 yards and a touchdown, and standout interior defensive lineman Leonard Williams (knee) is likely out again. That ranks him tied for 45th among running backs in that time. After a slow start, Akers finally showed signs of life with a TD in Week 3 while getting the majority of the touches over Darrell Henderson. The matchup is very different this week . The Cowboys also gave him some chances to help run out the clock late in the fourth quarter. Because I really went all-in on Nyheim Hines this year, so Im OK to see Taylor not get some of those end zone looks. For those teams in the middle . 2:29 pm ET, NYG -3 Miles Sanders vs. Chiefs (1 p.m. The Seahawks finally decided to ride Chris Carson, and Jamey Eisenberg thinks you should too in his preview of the RB position for Week 4. site: fantasynews | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | section: | slug: fantasy-football-week-4-start-em-sit-em-running-backs | sport: football | route: article_single_fantasy | 6-keys: media/fantasynews/nfl . There's plenty of other drama and unfriendly Fantasy matchups to consider. While Trey Sermon did score a touchdown last week. 2022 ABG-SI LLC. Carson's one of the most underappreciated running backs in the NFL. I would expect him to be in that range or better if Bernard doesn't play, and hopefully Fournette is helping Tampa Bay kill the clock in what should be a win. O/U 45.5, BUF -16.5 O/U 45, I agree to receive the "Fantasy Football Today Newsletter" and marketing communications, updates, special offers (including partner offers), and other information from CBS Sports and the Paramount family of companies. Im doing this, and I dont even care who the quarterback ends up being. But this week . You have lineup questions. With many starters entrenched in your lineups, let's take a look at which players are potential start 'em and sit 'em options in Week 4. It's Week 14, and your fantasy start 'em, sit 'em decisions are coming down to the wire. Busts | Start 'em, sit 'em. ESPN Starting Percentage: 97.5%. If hes healthy and ready to go, Im going to be starting him. O/U 52, KC -7 Darrel Henderson (ribs) could be out again in Week 4 against the Cardinals, which would give Michel the chance for a big workload for the second week in a row. He took advantage of Montgomery going down against the Texans in Week 3 with 20 carries for 157 yards and two touchdowns, along with two catches for 12 yards on two targets. Andy went above and beyond, continually going to CEH when his fumbling troubles continued against the Chargers. ET, Fox):Penny has not been all that great for fantasy fans so far this season, but he's in a good spot to find success this week. This is the second time Hall had at least nine targets in a game and six catches, and hopefully the Jets continue to feed him the ball in the passing game. SI Sportsbook Player Prop: Williams anytime TD (-120). Williams is just a flex option in Week 4. Michael Fabiano is an award-winning fantasy football analyst on Sports Illustrated and a member of the Fantasy Sports Writers Association (FSWA) Hall of Fame. But thats just me being mean. Last week was a disaster with just 2.2 fantasy points, which was good to keep him outside of the top 60. The Browns are beat up on defense if Myles Garrett (undisclosed) and Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) are out, and this game has an implied total of 49.5 points, according to Caesars Sportsbook. Maybe Fournette will even be the first Buccaneers running back to score on the ground this year. 3-0-0. While those totals should increase each week as we move forward, I'd still beware him against the Bills. In fact, Patterson has been the more productive of the two backs in the first three games. But the Lions have already allowed six rushing touchdowns to running backs this year, and Penny could be a top-20 running back in all leagues if he gets into the end zone for the first time this season. ET, Fox)DFS Bargains Jamaal Williams vs. Seahawks ($6,100) Khalil Herbert at Giants ($5,700) Rashaad Penny at Lions ($4,900). As is usually the case at this position, there are injuries to monitor for many key players: Dalvin Cook (shoulder), D'Andre Swift (shoulder), David Montgomery (ankle), Joe Mixon (ankle) and more. SI Sportsbook Player Prop: Akers under 55.5 rushing/receiving yards (-120), More SitsDamien Harris at Packers (4:25 p.m. Their defense just gave up 23.2 fantasy points to Raiders backup RB Peyton Barber. Rashaad Penny at Lions (1 p.m. I like him as a flex this week too, as he'll face a Chargers defense that James Robinson smoked in Week 3. Hubbard is expected to start for the injured Christian McCaffrey (hamstring), and it's worth trusting Hubbard as a No. CBS Sports is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Commissioner.com is a registered trademark of CBS Interactive Inc. site: fantasynews | arena: nfl | pageType: stories | Carson has three rushing touchdowns in three games this season. More specifically, they surrender a ton of rushing touchdowns, having allowed 15 on the season. But as we know, he only had two carries against the Cowboys despite playing 60 percent of the snaps. But Im comfortable making him a start this week, a flex at the very least. Full article: Week 4 Start 'Em: Running Backs. Stevenson is starting to take over as the lead running back for the Patriots, and hopefully that continues in Week 4 at Green Bay. 1 running back in Denver, but Gordon continues to have a role and be productive. I liked him last week against the Seahawks, and he delivered with 17 carries for 141 yards and a touchdown, along with one catch for 12 yards on one target. 2 Fantasy running back in all leagues, with his value higher in non-PPR. O/U 45.5, DET -4.5 ET, CBS): We might be seeing a changing of the guard in New Yorks backfield, as Hall saw slightly more snaps and touches than Michael Carter last week. 1 Emerges in Week 3 Shakeup. ET, NBC): Harris is coming off his worst line of the season, scoring a mere 3.1 fantasy points in a loss to . With D'Andre Swift dealing with an injured shoulder, Williams should again lead the Lions backfield in touches against a Seahawks defense that was crushed by Cordarrelle . The two are splitting touches almost evenly through three games, which limits the upside for both, but I don't love either one this week against Baltimore. Hines has two games this season with at least five catches, and he's scored at least 13 PPR points in each of those outings. 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