Who Should I Start? Corey Kiner or CJ Donaldson

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Week 9 Projections

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Pts.		 Rush.
Yds.		 Rush
TD		 Rec. Rec.
Yds.		 Rec
TD
3.4 20.4 0.1 0.4 3.4 0.0

Corey Kiner News

Corey Kiner Worth Stashing Amid Patriots Backfield Uncertainty

Wednesday, November 4, 5:31 AM

New England Patriots running back Corey Kiner rushed seven times for 38 yards in Sunday's 24-19 victory over Miami. With TreVeyon Henderson (illness) sidelined, Kiner served as the primary backup to Rhamondre Stevenson. He has gained 160 yards on 28 carries over his last four games, averaging 5.7 yards per attempt. However, Stevenson remains the lead back, and Henderson's return could further limit Kiner's opportunities. Kiner has totaled 189 rushing yards without a touchdown this season, making him a speculative stash rather than an immediate fantasy contributor. RotoBaller ranked him RB60 in its early Week 9 rankings ahead of Sunday's matchup against Green Bay.

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Week 9 Projections

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Yds.		 Rush
TD		 Rec. Rec.
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1.8 7.2 0.0 0.5 3.0 0.0

CJ Donaldson News

CJ Donaldson Unlikely to See Fantasy-Relevant Workload in Week 7

Saturday, October 24, 5:49 AM

Across six games so far in 2026, New Orleans Saints running back CJ Donaldson has recorded 91 yards from scrimmage on 21 touches. The 22-year-old has played a regular role in his team's backfield rotation on third downs. He's also started to earn a few more touches of late, recording a season-high six carries and 39 rushing yards in Week 6 against the New York Giants. However, Donaldson is still competing with Kendre Miller and Alvin Kamara for snaps and touches in the Saints backfield. The Saints will take on the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 7, who profile as a much tougher run defense than the Giants. With all three backs likely to get their chance against the Pittsburgh, Donaldson is tough for fantasy managers to trust as a starter.

Corey Kiner vs. CJ Donaldson

Still trying to decide between Kiner and Donaldson? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Corey Kiner is projected to score 3.4 points this week while CJ Donaldson is projected to score 1.8 points.