Who Should I Start? Samaje Perine or Dameon Pierce

Sunday, September 24, 8:44 PM

Denver Broncos running back Samaje Perine's fantasy value has taken a nosedive in the last two weeks. The Broncos running game never really had a chance in the 70-20 shellacking at the hands of the Miami Dolphins on Sunday in Week 3, but Perine was out-carried by rookie Jaleel McLaughlin. McLaughlin saw five carries for 15 yards, while Perine ran the ball only three times for nine yards. Perine also caught two of his three targets for an additional 15 yards. The 28-year-old looked pretty explosive in the season opener, but he's now had just four carries in the last two weeks. The Broncos backfield just hasn't been able to get going so far this year, and Javonte Williams should continue to be the clear lead back as the season progresses. A Week 4 meeting with the Chicago Bears is intriguing, but both Perine and McLaughlin cannot be counted on in starting fantasy lineups.

Sunday, September 24, 11:11 PM

Houston Texans running back Dameon Pierce picked up his first touchdown of the season in the team's 37-17 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 3. Pierce saw more usage on offense this week, which helped him secure 17 touches in this one. He ran 14 times for 31 yards and one touchdown while also catching three passes for 28 yards. The second-year back got the Texans on the board early with a one-yard score in the first quarter. He will look to continue his touchdown streak next week at home against the Pittsburgh Steelers.