Every Friday at 3 p.m. ET, Steve Buchanan and Meghan Townsley chop up the latest injury news on Injury Report Live! Check out what they think about this latest injury to Brian Robinson Jr. (knee).
The Commanders are currently football’s fifth-ranked rushing offense. That means instant fantasy consideration for any of their running backs – if they’re healthy. Brian Robinson Jr.’s ($6,400) terrific season hit a speed bump last Sunday, as the second-year pro missed the team’s game against the Ravens due to a knee injury. In his absence, veteran Austin Ekeler ($5,900) didn’t impress, finishing as just the fantasy RB25. Robinson Jr.’s health is trending in the right direction this week, but it still remains to be seen if he’ll suit up against the Panthers.
Is BRJ a good bet to play this week? If he’s out, can managers start Ekeler with confidence? Meghan (@mtownsleyy) and Steve (@SBuchanan24) dove into D.C.’s running backs on Friday’s edition of Injury Report Live:
- Ekeler struggled last week as the RB1 vs. Baltimore (9 rush attempts for 21 yards). However, Steve thinks this week’s game against Carolina is a perfect setup for running back success.
- If you’re interested in buying one of the many high-priced receivers on Sunday’s slate, a lower-cost back like Ekeler makes sense.
- Since so many were burned by the former Pro Bowler last week, his DFS cost doesn’t match a terrific game situation.
See their full analysis here:
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