Who Should I Start? Najee Harris or Chris Rodriguez Jr.


Week 6 Projections

Fant.
Pts.
Rush.
Yds.
Rush
TD
Rec. Rec.
Yds.
Rec
TD
6.6 37.3 0.2 0.8 4.8 0.0

Najee Harris News

Najee Harris' Role Worth Monitoring in Week 6

Saturday, October 17, 7:20 AM

New York Giants running back Najee Harris had five carries for nine yards and one reception for five yards in the 27-27 tie with the Washington Commanders. With the Giants unable to run the ball against one of the NFL's best run defenses, Harris and the other running backs saw a reduced workload. However, signs may point to the former first-round pick having a larger role moving forward. Starting back Cam Skattebo fumbled four times in his first five games, and his overtime fumble cost the Giants the win. Head coach John Harbaugh left the door open, saying, "We'll see. We'll find out," when asked about making changes at running back. Harris and the Giants should prioritize the run against a New Orleans Saints defense that has allowed the most fantasy points to running backs this season. While he's not a starting option in Week 6, keep an eye on Harris' role this week, as Skattebo's fumbling issues could vacate touches moving forward.


Week 6 Projections

Fant.
Pts.
Rush.
Yds.
Rush
TD
Rec. Rec.
Yds.
Rec
TD
4.2 22.4 0.2 0.3 2.7 0.0

Chris Rodriguez Jr. News

Chris Rodriguez Jr. Losing Value as Jaguars Handcuff

Saturday, October 17, 11:38 AM

After a slow week in a win over the Philadelphia Eagles, Jacksonville Jaguars running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. is losing value as his team's top handcuff to starter Bhayshul Tuten. Rodriguez Jr. carried the ball just twice for five yards while recording one reception for six yards against Philadelphia, which ended his streak of two straight weeks with a touchdown. The week before, Rodriguez Jr. received six carries, totaling 35 yards and a touchdown. He has averaged four yards per carry leading into Jacksonville's Week 6 tilt with the Houston Texans, who have allowed a slim average of 78.4 yards rushing per game this season, the third-best mark in the NFL.


Najee Harris vs. Chris Rodriguez Jr.

Still trying to decide between Harris and Rodriguez Jr.? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Najee Harris is projected to score 6.6 points this week while Chris Rodriguez Jr. is projected to score 4.2 points.