Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders (finger) is not carrying an injury designation into the team's divisional matchup against the New Orleans Saints. While limited in practice earlier in the week, Sanders practiced in full on Thursday and Friday. Although rookie Jonathon Brooks (knee) is on the PUP list and will miss four games, there still isn't a fantasy-worthy role for Sanders on the Panthers. He'll be the direct backup to Chuba Hubbard on a low-powered offense. The former Eagle averaged a career-low 3.3 yards per carry in his first season in Carolina in 2023.
Sep 6, 2024 2:10 PM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders (finger) was a full-go in practice on Thursday after he was limited on Wednesday. After being limited in the first official practice of the regular season, Sanders now looks ready to go for the Week 1 regular-season opener this Sunday against the division-rival New Orleans Saints. Even with rookie Jonathon Brooks (knee) missing the first four games of the season while on the Physically Unable to Perform list, Sanders belongs on benches to open the year as the clear backup behind starter Chuba Hubbard in Carolina's backfield. The 27-year-old didn't have much of a chance in the Panthers' atrocious offense in 2023 and averaged a career-low 3.3 yards per carry. He is, at best, an early-season handcuff for Hubbard in deeper fantasy leagues.
Sep 5, 2024 10:36 PM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders (finger) was limited in Wednesday's practice. While the injury isn't serious, the team is taking a cautious approach to ensure his full recovery before their season opener against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday. Sanders was the Panthers' starting running back this time last year, but circumstances have shifted since then. He is expected to serve as a backup to Chuba Hubbard at the start of the season, provided his injury doesn't hinder his performance. However, this situation could change when Jonathon Brooks (knee) returns from the reserve/non-football injury list. If Sanders' participation is restricted, Hubbard will likely see an increased workload, as he is already expected to handle the majority of the running back duties for the Panthers.
Sep 4, 2024 4:08 PM EST
The Dallas Cowboys could have running backs Miles Sanders and Dalvin Cook on their short list of targets as the regular season gets closer, according to Dan Graziano and Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. The insiders note that the Cowboys are still evaluating their backfield, which is currently headlined by Ezekiel Elliott and Rico Dowdle, and have started monitoring a few external options in case they feel the need to make an addition. Sanders is one of those players, and there's also a connection with Cook, who previously expressed interest in playing for the Cowboys. The latter is currently a more feasible option than the former given that Sanders is still under contract with the Panthers, but there's been speculation that he could be on Carolina's roster bubble. If the Cowboys do make a move at running back, it would add another confusing element for fantasy managers to decipher. Elliott, Dowdle, and the addition would presumably all be thrust to the low-end RB3 range while we try to figure out each back's expected usage.
Aug 11, 2024 8:52 AM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders kept his balance on a hard hit at training camp and finished out his run. Sanders proceeded to point to the media members and said, "All y'all been talking on me, I got something for you!". Sanders is coming off a season in which he, indeed, did not have anything for us. Quarterback Bryce Young added that Sanders has a game mentality in training camp. After a breakout campaign with the Eagles in 2022, Sanders finished 2023 with 432 rushing yards and one touchdown. To make matters worse, Sanders signed a four-year $25 million contract with the Panthers ahead of the 2023 season. By season's end, he had ceded his job to Chuba Hubbard. The Panthers drafted Jonathon Brooks (knee) in the second round of April's draft. Unless Sanders can play much better in 2023, this backfield projects to belong to Brooks by season's end. Even so, keep an eye on Sanders through the camp to see if extra motivation can squeeze some production out of him, especially with Brooks on the active/Non-Football injury list as he is recovering from a torn ACL suffered in college.
Jul 30, 2024 7:15 PM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders (heel) did not practice on Tuesday due to a heel injury. The 27-year-old had a flare-up and is being held out as a precaution, according to head coach Dave Canales. While he's expected to be fine, missing practice time is not ideal after the team selected Jonathon Brooks (knee) in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft. Sanders is coming off his worst season as a pro. He accounted for just 432 rushing yards and one touchdown while averaging an abysmal 3.3 yards per carry. Chuba Hubbard outperformed him last year, and Brooks is likely to be heavily involved in the Carolina rushing attack when he's fully healthy. It would be a surprise if Sanders becomes anything close to a weekly contributor to fantasy squads this season.
Jun 4, 2024 3:38 PM EST
The Carolina Panthers were saying there was still room for running back Miles Sanders in the RB room after trading up in the second round of last month's NFL draft to take Jonathon Brooks as the first RB off the board. But that was before the team signed former Seattle Seahawks RB Rashaad Penny, who was with Panthers head coach Dave Canales in Seattle. Sanders lost the starting job to Chuba Hubbard last year amid the worst season of his career. It's hard to envision another team wanting to trade for Sanders and his contract, although the Panthers showed this offseason that they're willing to eat money to move on from underperforming players. The 27-year-old Sanders is now listed as third on the team's RB depth chart behind Hubbard and Brooks, making him undraftable in standard 12-team leagues this fall.
May 17, 2024 1:52 PM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders carried the ball three times for 18 yards and was not targeted in a 9-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 18. It marks a fitting end for a disappointing season for Sanders, who was signed to a four-year, $25.4 million contract last offseason but lost his job to Chuba Hubbard halfway through the year. He has a dead cap value of $11 million so he's likely to be back with the Panthers in 2024, although in what capacity remains to be seen.
Jan 7, 2024 5:29 PM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders gained just 10 yards on two carries in a loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 17. He will finish off a disappointing first season with the Panthers in a home game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 18. The Bucs have been excellent against the run this season as they are allowing the third-fewest fantasy points per game to the position thus far. Sanders has only been seeing a handful of carries per game of late and is not someone to consider for Week 18 lineups.
Jan 6, 2024 7:54 AM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders (illness) missed Wednesday's practice due to an illness but was able to practice in full on Thursday. Signed in the offseason to a four-year, $25.4 million contract, Sanders has been operating as the backup to Chuba Hubbard since the Panthers returned from their Week 7 bye. On the season, Sanders has had just two games where he logged double-digit points in PPR settings. With one week left to play the 26-year-old has 568 scrimmage yards and one touchdown. His disappointing season will end in Week 18's matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers where he will once again be a non-factor in fantasy.
Jan 4, 2024 2:33 PM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders (illness) did not practice on Wednesday due to an illness. The 26-year-old was listed with a toe injury last week but practiced in full and played against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 17. Heading into the Week 18 matchup with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, he could be at risk of missing the NFC South contest. While the Panthers have nothing left to play for this season, they are looking to upset the Buccaneers and keep them out of the playoffs. However, Sanders is far from the fantasy radar based on his body of work this season. Chuba Hubbard has more rushing yards, yards per carry, rushing touchdowns, receptions, receiving yards, and fantasy points than Sanders, who was expected to be the lead back heading into 2023.
Jan 3, 2024 2:40 PM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders gained just three yards on three carries in last week's loss to the Green Bay Packers. He popped up on the injury report with a toe issue this week but was able to practice fully all week and is listed without an injury designation heading into a Week 17 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Jaguars have been decent against running backs in 2023 as they allow the 15th-most fantasy points per game to the position. Sanders lost the starting role to Chuba Hubbard several weeks ago and has only been seeing a handful of touches over the past few weeks. He is not a recommended fantasy option in Week 17.
Dec 30, 2023 7:14 AM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders carried the ball three times for three yards and added a five-yard catch in a 33-30 loss to the Green Bay Packers in Week 16. Sanders continues to be an afterthought in the Carolina offense as starter Chuba Hubbard garnered 16 carries in the high-scoring contest. As the fantasy championship round approaches next week, Sanders is safe to send to waivers if he isn't there already.
Dec 24, 2023 4:32 PM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders gained just two yards on six carries in a Week 15 win over the Atlanta Falcons. The veteran running back has now been held to 28 or fewer rushing yards in three of his past four contests. Sanders will look to bounce back against the Green Bay Packers at home in Week 16. The Packers have been a plus matchup for running backs in 2023 as they are allowing the ninth-most fantasy points per game to the position. Sanders has lost the starting role to Chuba Hubbard and should not be under consideration for fantasy lineups heading into the playoff semifinals.
Dec 23, 2023 6:33 AM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders carried the ball six times for two yards and added two receptions for 11 yards in a 9-7 win over the Atlanta Falcons in Week 15. Sanders was bottled up all afternoon and saw Chuba Hubbard dominate the backfield work with 22 carries and two receptions. The Panthers appear content to use Sanders as a breather back moving forward, despite the large contract he signed with the team last offseason. Sanders will not be a recommended fantasy option heading into Week 16 against the Green Bay Packers.
Dec 17, 2023 4:31 PM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders ran for a season-high 74 yards in last week's loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, although most of that yardage came on a 48-yard run. Despite the big game in Week 14, Sanders continues to play behind starter Chuba Hubbard in the Carolina backfield. In Week 15, he will take on the Atlanta Falcons at home in Carolina. The Falcons have been tough against the run this season as they are allowing just the 29th-most fantasy points per game to the position. Sanders has settled in as a low-end flex play most weeks and doesn't have much fantasy value outside of being a handcuff to Hubbard. He should not be in lineups as the fantasy playoffs kick off in most leagues.
Dec 16, 2023 6:58 AM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders carried the ball 10 times for 74 yards in a 28-6 loss to the New Orleans Saints in Week 14. Sanders' 74 rushing yards set a new season high, eclipsing his previous best of 72 yards set back in Week 1. That being said, most of his damage came on a 48-yard run in the second half. Sanders continues to play behind starter Chuba Hubbard, who out-touched him 25-to-10. Sanders will now get ready to face the Atlanta Falcons in Week 15.
Dec 10, 2023 5:05 PM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders gained just 23 yards on eight carries in a Week 13 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It has been a disappointing season for Sanders, who lost his role as the team's starting running back to Chuba Hubbard several weeks ago. In Week 14 he will head on the road to take on the New Orleans Saints. New Orleans has been solid against running backs this season as they are allowing the 22nd-most fantasy points per game to the position this year. Sanders can't be trusted in fantasy leagues moving forward and is best treated as a handcuff to Hubbard for the remainder of the season.
Dec 9, 2023 6:51 AM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders carried the ball eight times for 23 yards and added a six-yard catch in a 21-18 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 13. Sanders' disappointing first season in Carolina continues as he saw Chuba Hubbard top 100 rushing yards and score twice on 25 carries. Sanders will not be a recommended fantasy option heading into a Week 14 matchup against the New Orleans Saints.
Dec 3, 2023 10:30 PM EST
Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders will head on the road to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 13. Sanders had 15 carries in Week 12, his most since a Week 1 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. That being said, he failed to catch his lone target while backfield mate Chuba Hubbard caught five balls. Sanders will remain involved in the Carolina backfield committee but he is not a particularly inspiring fantasy option heading into Week 13. Treat him as a low-end flex option against a Tampa Bay defense allowing just the 27th-most fantasy points per game to opposing running backs this year.
Dec 2, 2023 7:45 AM EST
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