Who Should I Start? Alvin Kamara or Kimani Vidal

Sunday, November 2, 3:06 PM

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (ankle) is officially active for Sunday's Week 9 contest against the Los Angeles Rams. He had been listed as questionable after logging a limited practice on Friday. The 30-year-old has been disappointing this season, amassing just 363 rushing yards, 147 receiving yards, and one touchdown through eight games. Even with Kendre Miller (knee) sidelined, Kamara hasn't been able to carve out a major role within New Orleans' offense. He'll likely continue to play around 60 percent of the snaps with roughly a dozen touches against the Rams. His pass-catching skills give him low-end RB2 appeal in PPR leagues, but for the most part, he should be deployed as an RB3/flex.

Friday, October 31, 5:15 PM

Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal had another breakout performance last week with 23 carries for 117 yards and a touchdown, fully embracing his bell-cow role throughout the night. He now faces a Tennessee Titans defense that ranks 26th against the run and has surrendered a league-high 14 rushing touchdowns this season. With key defensive lineman Jeffery Simmons (hamstring) ruled out, the Titans' already fragile run defense is even more vulnerable. Additionally, backup running back Hassan Haskins (hamstring) is again ruled out, solidifying Vidal's volume advantage. RotoBaller projects Vidal as RB13 this week. He is a must-start in all leagues and a borderline high-end RB1.