Who Should I Start? Jordan Mason or Blake Corum


Week 3 Projections

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0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0

Jordan Mason News

Jordan Mason Heading to Short-Term Injured Reserve With Thumb Fracture

Wednesday, September 16, 10:51 AM

Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell said on Wednesday that running back Jordan Mason (thumb) has a small fracture in his thumb, according to Alec Lewis of The Athletic. Mason's thumb has been fixed, but he will head to the short-term Injured Reserve, which will cause him to miss at least the next four games. The earliest that Mason will be able to return will be on Oct. 25 against the Indianapolis Colts. With Mason now sidelined, Aaron Jones Sr. will be a much more attractive starting RB for fantasy managers, with rookie Demond Claiborne being elevated into the RB2 role in Minnesota. In the Week 1 season-opening loss to the division-rival Green Bay Packers on Sunday, the 27-year-old Mason handled 15 carries for 59 yards and his first rushing touchdown of the year as the primary backfield option for the Vikings. Mason will be back in the fold this year for Minnesota, making him stash-worthy in an IR spot until he can make his return. He is currently rostered in 84% of Yahoo leagues.


Week 3 Projections

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7.7 47.5 0.3 0.7 4.6 0.0

Blake Corum News

Blake Corum Continues to Demonstrate High Efficiency

Monday, September 21, 8:30 PM

Los Angeles Rams running back Blake Corum rushed for 79 yards on 12 carries during Monday's Week 2 win over the New York Giants. He also converted his lone target into a 13-yard reception. For the second week in a row, Corum was nearly as involved as teammate Kyren Williams. Both players rushed 12 times on Monday, and they had similar results, with Williams averaging 7.1 yards per carry and Corum averaging 6.6 yards per carry. This level of efficiency is nothing new, as Corum posted 5.1 YPC last season and 5.4 YPC in Week 1. The 25-year-old lacks receiving upside, and he hasn't scored a touchdown yet this year. Nevertheless, he has demonstrated a very encouraging floor as a ball-carrier, and he's a safe bet for at least 10-12 carries per game. Corum will continue to have RB3/flex appeal for Week 3 against the Denver Broncos.


Jordan Mason vs. Blake Corum

Still trying to decide between Mason and Corum? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Jordan Mason is projected to score 0.0 points this week while Blake Corum is projected to score 7.7 points.