Who Should I Start? Alexander Mattison or Keaton Mitchell

Tuesday, August 12, 9:32 AM

Miami Dolphins running back Alexander Mattison (neck) was officially placed on injured reserve on Monday. Mattison injured his neck during a preseason game against the Chicago Bears on Sunday and later went for surgery. It was announced on Monday that he would miss the remainder of the year, with the team placing him on IR just as a procedural move to clear roster space. Mattison's absence will open up reps for second-year running back Jaylen Wright and rookie Ollie Gordon II behind starter De'Von Achane.

Thursday, December 11, 12:12 AM

Baltimore Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell (knee) was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's practice. Mitchell left early during Baltimore's loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 14 due to a knee injury, but the injury is considered minor, and he isn't expected to miss any time. The 23-year-old running back had his best performance of the season last week with six rushes for 76 yards before tweaking his knee. He still hasn't seen a major uptick in snaps after Justice Hill (neck) was placed on Injured Reserve, however. Mitchell has played just 20 total snaps in the last two games, but he has been one of the most dynamic players in the league with the ball in his hands. He will remain just a handcuff behind Derrick Henry heading into the Week 15 divisional game against the Cincinnati Bengals while fighting for touches alongside Rasheen Ali.