Who Should I Start? Ollie Gordon II or Emmett Johnson


Week 1 Projections

Fant.
Pts.
Rush.
Yds.
Rush
TD
Rec. Rec.
Yds.
Rec
TD
2.0 10.3 0.1 0.3 2.1 0.0

Ollie Gordon II News

Jeff Hafley Sees Every-Down Ability in Ollie Gordon II

Monday, August 3, 11:06 AM

Miami Dolphins head coach Jeff Hafley believes running back Ollie Gordon II has the tools to stay on the field for all three downs, according to Cameron White. It is a notable vote of confidence in the second-year back, but it should not be viewed as a change at the top of the depth chart. De'Von Achane remains Miami's lead runner, while Gordon and Jaylen Wright are competing for work behind him. Gordon appeared in all 17 games as a rookie but finished with 199 yards and three touchdowns on 70 carries, averaging only 2.8 yards per attempt. He added seven catches for 32 yards and another score. At 6-foot-2 and 225 pounds, Gordon gives the Dolphins a bigger option between the tackles, though he will need to show more efficiency to earn a steady role. Hafley's comments are encouraging, but Gordon still needs a strong camp to separate from Wright and establish dependable fantasy value.


Week 1 Projections

Fant.
Pts.
Rush.
Yds.
Rush
TD
Rec. Rec.
Yds.
Rec
TD
2.3 10.3 0.1 0.4 2.9 0.0

Emmett Johnson News

Emmett Johnson Productive in Pro Debut, Emerging as Potential Stash Candidate

Saturday, August 15, 6:46 PM

Kansas City Chiefs running back Emmett Johnson was productive during his preseason debut versus the Los Angeles Rams on Saturday. He rushed the ball 12 times for 59 yards and hauled in all three of his targets for 10 additional yards through the air in the loss. Johnson led all running backs in both carries and rushing yards during Saturday's game. Head coach Andy Reid noted after the game that Johnson ran the ball hard and aggressively during this game. The rookie back is currently listed as the RB3, but could make a push for the second-string role. His next chance to impress will come against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on August 22.


Ollie Gordon II vs. Emmett Johnson

Still trying to decide between Gordon II and Johnson? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Ollie Gordon II is projected to score 2.0 points this week while Emmett Johnson is projected to score 2.3 points.