Who Should I Start? Saquon Barkley or Jalen Coker

Wednesday, October 8, 6:33 PM

Philadelphia Eagles running back Saquon Barkley tallied his lowest rushing yards count of the season against the Broncos, carrying the ball just six times for 30 yards. On the other hand, Barkley has the 10th-most receptions among RBs this year with 17, and added to that count by hauling in three catches for 58 yards and a touchdown versus Denver. In Week 6 he matches up with the Giants on Thursday Night Football, and New York allows the fifth-most fantasy points to RBs this season. When Barkley met the G-Men last year, he bulldozed them for 176 yards. Whether he has a good game running or a good game receiving, you can bet on #26 to have a good game. Barkley is a high-end RB1 against his division rival.

Wednesday, October 15, 4:48 PM

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Jalen Coker (quadriceps) was a full participant in practice on Wednesday. Coker was apparently "really close" to returning to the field in Week 6 against the Cowboys, according to head coach Dave Canales, but the team opted to give him another week. His practice window was opened, and he practiced in full every day in practice last week, which should give him a good chance at making his season debut in Week 7 against the Jets. The 23-year-old could slide in immediately as the No. 2 wide receiver behind star rookie Tetairoa McMillan, as no other Carolina pass catcher has emerged. Coker is a worthwhile pickup off the waiver wire in 12-team leagues where available.