Josh Jacobs
  • Josh Jacobs

  • RB
  • , Green Bay Packers
  • 26
  • 220 lbs
  • 5' 10"
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Scouting report

by Brandon Niles

LV RB Josh Jacobs - Week 17 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 17 at Indianapolis Colts

Josh Jacobs missed the last two weeks with an injury, but he was close to playing last week, so there’s optimism for him heading into Week 16. He’s been a quality fantasy back this year, when healthy, despite the up-and-down struggles for the Raiders in general.

If he returns this week, Jacobs will face a Colts defense that ranks 31st in aFPA to opposing running backs. Expect the Raiders to lean heavily on the run game, and as long as he’s good to go, Jacobs should put up quality RB1 numbers. Start him, but be sure to have a backup plan in place in case he’s a late scratch.

by Brandon Niles

LV RB Josh Jacobs - Week 16 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 16 at Kansas City Chiefs

Josh Jacobs had 34 yards on 13 carries against the Vikings two weeks ago before leaving with a quad issue. Jacobs then missed the game against the Chargers last week. He’s questionable heading into this week’s tilt against the Chiefs. If he’s active, he’s worth considering as a RB2 option against a vulnerable Chiefs run defense that ranks 23rd in aFPA to opposing running backs. Make sure you have a backup plan in place, however, and be ready with a late substitution in case he’s inactive.

by Brandon Niles

LV RB Josh Jacobs - Week 14 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 14 vs. Minnesota Vikings

Josh Jacobs had a 63-yard touchdown run against the Chiefs before the bye last week that helped him to 110 yards rushing on the day. He also caught four balls for 15 receiving yards. Jacobs hasn’t put up big receiving numbers, but his 52 targets are nothing to scoff at. Jacobs is averaging 21.25 touches per game and has averaged 90.7 yards per game on the ground in the last four outings.

This week, Jacobs faces a Vikings defense that ranks third in aFPA to opposing running backs. Despite the tough matchup, Jacobs should get another 20-plus touches, making him a quality fantasy option. He has a high floor in every game he starts, so fantasy managers should keep him active as a solid RB1 again this week.

by Brandon Niles

LV RB Josh Jacobs - Week 12 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 12 vs. Kansas City Chiefs

Josh Jacobs had one of his worst games of the season last week against the Dolphins, finishing with just 51 yards on 14 carries and a reception in another Las Vegas loss. The Raiders are struggling to move the ball offensively, and if they can’t keep the other team from scoring, game script will be an issue with the usually reliable Jacobs.

This week, Jacobs has a tough matchup against a Chiefs defense that ranks sixth in aFPA to opposing running backs. Game script is really the primary concern in this one, but the Chiefs offense hasn’t exactly been lighting the world on fire lately. If the Raider can keep it semi-close, Jacobs’ workload should raise his floor, despite the difficult opponent. We have him ranked conservatively as a RB2 this week.

by Brandon Niles

LV RB Josh Jacobs - Week 11 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 11 at Miami Dolphins

Josh Jacobs continues to churn out fantasy points, despite the struggles of the Las Vegas offense as a whole. He finished last week with 27 carries and a pair of receptions for a total of 127 yards from scrimmage. It was his first game of the year with over 100 yards on the ground, and it’s telling that he has 26 or more touches in each of the games since Aiden O’Connell took over.

This week, Jacobs faces a Miami defense that ranks 18th in aFPA to opposing running backs. Jacobs should continue to be leaned on heavily, with the only risk associated with starting him being a blowout loss to the high-powered Miami offense. Keep Jacobs active as a solid fantasy RB1 this week.

by Brandon Niles

LV RB Josh Jacobs - Week 10 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 10 vs. New York Jets

Josh Jacobs had a great game against the Giants last week, gaining 98 yards on 26 carries and scoring two touchdowns in a lopsided victory for the Raiders. Jacobs is still searching for his first 100-yard rushing game this season, but he’s finally back in the end zone with three scores over the last two weeks.

The best way to beat the Jets is to run against them, so expect a busy day from Jacobs. The Jets have been stifling to opposing passers, but they rank 26th in aFPA to opposing running backs. Expect another 20-plus touches for Jacobs in a low-scoring affair, and for Jacobs to be a quality RB1 once again. Start him.

by Brandon Niles

LV RB Josh Jacobs - Week 9 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 9 vs. New York Giants

Josh Jacobs ran for 61 yards and a touchdown in a dismal loss to the Lions on Monday night. He also added a pair of receptions for 27 yards. Jacobs has 28 receptions this year, which has helped salvage some pedestrian rushing numbers, but we need to see him find the end zone more frequently. He has three touchdowns on the year, and the Raiders just cleaned house and switched quarterbacks.

Jacobs has a decent matchup this week against a New York Giants defense that ranks 19th in aFPA to opposing running backs. Expect another busy day from Jacobs in what should be a low-scoring affair marred with sacks and turnovers. Start Jacobs as a high-floor RB1 option in what could be an ugly game for both passing games.

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