Outlook Jaleel McLaughlin
Jaleel McLaughlin vs. Ravens: Backfield Injuries Create Sneaky Stash Value
McLaughlin operates deep on Cleveland's running back depth chart, but recent injuries across the backfield could suddenly open up opportunities. With Raheim Sanders on injured reserve, Dylan Sampson still ramping up from IR, and starter Quinshon Judkins missing practice with an ankle injury, McLaughlin's roster rate has ticked up to 6%. He flashed his explosive upside two weeks ago with a 28-yard touchdown run against Pittsburgh on just a single carry.
Our models project McLaughlin for just 3.5 fantasy points on roughly two carries and limited passing-down work against a tough Baltimore defense in a low-scoring divisional matchup. While he is strictly a bench option in standard leagues this week, managers in deep formats should consider him a speculative stash in case Judkins is ruled out or limited on Sunday.
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Outlook Jacory Croskey-Merritt
Jacory Croskey-Merritt at San Francisco — Groin injury clouds outlook in tough road matchup
Croskey-Merritt is listed atop Washington's backfield depth chart ahead of Rachaad White, but his status is uncertain after missing Thursday's practice with a groin injury. Fantasy managers must check back often for updates on his availability before this matchup.
Coming off an 82-yard rushing performance with a score, Croskey-Merritt has shown lead-back upside. However, our weekly projection lands at just 10.6 carries, 41 rushing yards, and 7.8 fantasy points against a tough 49ers defense. As road underdogs with Rachaad White available, negative game script and his groin issue make him a risky, touchdown-dependent flex play if active.
