Who Should I Start? Hassan Haskins or Dameon Pierce

Saturday, September 27, 8:02 PM

Los Angeles Chargers running back Hassan Haskins logged a season-high seven offensive snaps in the Week 3 win over the Denver Broncos. Unfortunately, his increase in playing time came at the expense of Najee Harris (Achilles), who will miss the remainder of the 2025 campaign. As a result, Omarion Hampton is expected to see even more work out of the backfield moving forward. With Harris out of the equation, the No. 2 spot is up for grabs. As of now, Haskins could be the favorite to get some touches behind Hampton, even with the team elevating Kimani Vidal to the active roster. However, fantasy managers shouldn't expect the 25-year-old to see enough involvement to make him even a semi-relevant option in any format, especially since he hasn't recorded a carry yet this season. Keep him benched (and off the roster entirely) for the Week 4 meeting with the New York Giants.

Sunday, October 5, 12:32 PM

Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce is active for Sunday's Week 5 contest against the Baltimore Ravens. He had previously been a healthy scratch and hasn't seen the field since the season opener. While this week's development is a step in the right direction for Pierce, his exact role remains unclear. Houston has a very crowded backfield with Nick Chubb and Woody Marks atop the depth chart, as well as British Brooks, Dare Ogunbowale, and Pierce in depth roles. The former Florida product should be avoided in all fantasy leagues as long as the rest of his fellow running backs stay healthy.