🏆 Week 9's Backfield Bosses

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After a Week 8 with zero byes, we only have 2 teams off in Week 9, Pittsburgh and San Francisco. That leaves most of the league’s RBs fighting for the top fantasy spots. Here’s how I see it all shaking out.

Today in 5 minutes or less, you’ll learn:

• The best RB plays in Week 9 🔥 

• Analysis on the positive matchups ✍️

• The latest news from around the NFL 🏈

#12: Kareem Hunt (KC) vs. TB

Hunt has been a godsend in his return to the Chiefs in the absence of Isiah Pacheco. He has double-digit PPR points in every game, including against teams with strong rush defenses. The Buccaneers are… not that. They rank 8th-worst in the league in fantasy against the position. So, starting Hunt is a good idea.

#11: D’Andre Swift (CHI) @ ARI

There’s no denying Swift is HOT. He doesn’t have a finish worse than the PPR RB11 since Week 3. And now, traveling to Arizona, he faces a defense that allows 117 rush yards and 25.7 PPR points per game to RBs. So, ride that streak.

#10: Kenneth Walker (SEA) vs. LAR

Five of Walker’s six healthy games have seen him finish in the top-15 PPR backs. He’s already in the top 5 in target share AND total targets. So, the Seahawks are insistent on feeding him.

#9: James Cook (BUF) vs. MIA

The knock on Cook coming into the season was his lack of touchdowns. That problem is fixed this season, as his 8 touchdowns rank 3rd among all RBs.

#8: Aaron Jones (MIN) vs. IND

Jones is coming off a quiet game. But, he’s still 9th in yards per touch. Minnesota should be back on track this week. And, Indy is fairly generous to opposing RBs. So, I expect a rebound game.

#7: De’Von Achane (MIA) @ BUF

Achane’s explosiveness returned last weekend. He averaged 9.7 yards per carry and 8.3 yards per reception. Believe it or not, Buffalo allows the 2nd-most points per game to fantasy RBs.

#6: Bijan Robinson (ATL) vs. DAL

Bijan’s on a tear. He has finishes as the PPR RB 3, 9, and 4 over the last 3 games. Look for that to continue against a Dallas team that’s taken a big step back this year, and is vulnerable to RBs in fantasy football.

#5: Joe Mixon (HOU) @ NYJ

With Nico Collins and now Stefon Diggs both out of the lineup, the Texans will likely feature Mixon as a big part of their Thursday night game plan. The Jets allowed 2 scores on the ground to the Patriots last weekend, too. So, Mixon has a good shot to produce if this game gets away from New York.

#4: Alvin Kamara (NO) @ CAR

As expected, Kamara’s torrid pace from earlier in the season has slowed considerably. But this one is all about the matchup. The Panthers get torched by RBs, allowing over 31 PPR points per game to the position.

❤️ Love Has “Realistic” Playing Shot

⚜ Saints’ Carr Ready to Return to the Fold

🐈‍⬛ Bryce Young to Start; Brooks Could Play

👴 Flacco to Get the Starting Nod for Colts

📉 Titans’ WR Depth Thins as Ridley Sits Out Practice

💪 Limited Whittington Shows Signs of Returning

⚠️ Browns RB Jerome Ford Eyes Return to Action

🔥 McConkey Limited But Projected as Weekly WR3

🛑 Keaton Mitchell Practices in Full, Ready for Week 9?

🤕 Jags’ Thomas Jr. Limited as Week 9 Nears

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