The Rams selected Blake Corum in the third round of the 2024 NFL Draft. It was a notable pick because Corum had a standout collegiate career at Michigan, but the Rams also had Kyren Williams on the roster.
Williams rushed for 1,144 yards and 12 touchdowns across 12 games in 2023, leading the NFL with 95.3 yards per game. Los Angeles brought in Corum that offseason, but he didn’t have much of an impact in 2024. Williams dominated again, rushing for 1,299 yards and 14 touchdowns across 16 games.
Corum’s second year has started similarly as Williams’ backup, but head coach Jim Harbaugh said he wants the two backs to have a 65-35 split in favor of Williams. That’s a notable jump from what last year’s stat comparison looked like.
Williams will still get the majority of touches, but Corum is becoming more and more relevant in the offense. After playing just 16.7 percent of offensive snaps in Week 1, he jumped to 29.5 percent in Week 2. He finished Week 2 with five rushes for 44 yards and a touchdown.
This is promising news for dynasty players as Corum’s role will likely grow throughout the year. Williams is signed through 2028, but Corum could still earn more offensive duties in the next few seasons.
As for 2025, Corum still isn’t a starter in most leagues. If this split is a perfect 65-35 ratio, Corum’s production would increase but not to the level of a starting fantasy football running back. That said, he should be rostered in every league in the event that Williams gets injured.
Some backup running backs aren’t equipped to step into the starting role. That doesn’t seem like the case for Corum. If Harbaugh is willing to play Corum in 35 percent of offensive snaps, he must be close to taking the leap.
One injury could be all it takes for Corum to get his chance as the lead back in Los Angeles. Hold onto him for that reason. Otherwise, he’s not worth starting.