Outlook Aaron Jones Sr.
Aaron Jones Sr. at Chicago — Expanded Role Awaits in Divisional Clash
With backfield mate Jordan Mason sidelined on injured reserve due to a thumb injury, Jones steps into an undisputed lead role in Minnesota's backfield ahead of DeeJay Dallas and rookie Demond Claiborne. While starting quarterback Kyler Murray has been ruled out with a concussion, Jones' volume floor is elevated after he found the end zone on 12 carries in the opener.
Our projections forecast roughly 14 carries and 51 rushing yards with substantial scoring upside against the Bears. Fantasy managers' confidence in Jones has spiked accordingly, with his start rate more than tripling over the week. Even with Carson Wentz stepping in under center on the road, Jones' consolidated touch share makes him a strong start across all standard fantasy formats.
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Outlook Jonah Coleman
Opportunity Knocks with RJ Harvey Sidelined Against Jacksonville
Jonah Coleman enters Week 2 with an expanded opening in the Denver backfield following RJ Harvey being ruled out with a hamstring injury. While veteran J.K. Dobbins headlines the running back rotation, Coleman should step in as the direct backup and handle short-yardage or early-down relief work at home against the Jaguars.
Even with the bump in opportunity, Coleman is strictly a bench stash rather than a viable starting option, rostered in 34% of leagues but started in virtually none. Our weekly projection pegs him for roughly 2 carries, 7 rushing yards, and under 2 fantasy points. Leave him on your bench, but keep a watchful eye on his usage in Payton's rotation.
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