Who Should I Start? Emari Demercado or Ollie Gordon II


Week 10 Projections

Fant.
Pts.
Rush.
Yds.
Rush
TD
Rec. Rec.
Yds.
Rec
TD
4.1 22.9 0.1 0.7 4.5 0.0

Emari Demercado News

Cowboys Waive Running Back Emari Demercado for a Second Time

Tuesday, October 27, 1:36 PM

The Dallas Cowboys waived running back Emari Demercado on Tuesday for a second time this year, leaving one roster spot open, according to Nick Harris of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Demercado was brought to Dallas to give the team more depth behind starter Javonte Williams, but the 27-year-old has only appeared in two games for the Cowboys and carried the ball five times for 15 yards. He was not targeted in the passing game. Tyler Goodson has settled in as Dallas' No. 2 back behind Williams, leaving Demercado out on the street once again. The former undrafted free agent from TCU could return to the Cowboys for a third time in 2026 if he goes unclaimed on waivers. In his first three years in the NFL with the Arizona Cardinals, Demercado had 126 rushing attempts for 819 yards (6.5 yards per carry) and three touchdowns while adding 50 receptions on 70 targets for 324 yards and another score through the air in 40 games played (two starts). Right now, Demercado should remain on the waiver wire in all fantasy leagues.


Week 10 Projections

Fant.
Pts.
Rush.
Yds.
Rush
TD
Rec. Rec.
Yds.
Rec
TD
14.2 79.8 0.6 1.5 9.8 0.0

Ollie Gordon II News

Ollie Gordon II a Riskier Starting Option with Backup QB Beside Him

Thursday, November 12, 5:28 AM

Miami running back Ollie Gordon II has performed pretty well since taking over as the team's lead back after the De'Von Achane (ACL) injury, but now with Malik Willis (groin) out, Gordon's fantasy value and appeal are down. Gordon has 16 or more carries in five of the past six games he's played, and he's factored in a bit as a pass catcher as well. He has 107 rushes for 463 yards and four touchdowns over eight games, plus has caught seven of his 10 targets for 23 more yards. Miami is expected to start Kyle McCord, which is a downgrade from Willis. If McCord cannot keep the defense honest, the box will be stacked, which will make running tougher for Gordon. He still could deliver solid fantasy scores on volume touches, but Gordon is definitely a riskier starting option now, and he could be one to skip depending on matchups and your other options.


Emari Demercado vs. Ollie Gordon II

Still trying to decide between Demercado and Gordon II? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Emari Demercado is projected to score 4.1 points this week while Ollie Gordon II is projected to score 14.2 points.