McVay: Xavier Jones is “going to carve out a role for himself”

Aug 11, 2021

In Cameron DaSilva's 'Stock Up, Stock Down' column, he noted RB Xavier Jones as a player whose stock is up. Rams head coach Sean McVay said Tuesday that he thinks Jones is “going to carve out a role for himself” and someone the Rams are “expecting to count on throughout the season.”

McVay also said Jones is a willing pass protector.

Fantasy Impact:

With Darrell Henderson Jr. as the unquestioned RB1 for the Rams, Jones appears set to be the favorite to back him up. The second year back is ahead of Jake Funk, who has also impressed McVay according to DaSilva.

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Saints RB Alvin Kamara off injury report ahead of Week 15

Tom Pelissero

1 hour ago

The Saints officially listed QB Derek Carr (left hand/concussion) as doubtful for Sunday vs. Washington. Jake Haener will make his first NFL start.

RB Alvin Kamara (illness) is off the injury report and good to go.

Related Players: Kendre Miller

Fantasy Impact:

It would have been an easy click for a Kendre Miller week if Kamara were forced to miss, but this puts the kibosh on that. Fire Kamara up as an RB2 this week in a game that may feature him even more than usual with no Carr.

Seahawks RB Kenneth Walker Doubtful for Week 15

Ian Rapoport

1 hour ago

The Seahawks list RB Kenneth Walker III (calf) as doubtful for Sunday's game.

Related Players: Zach Charbonnet, Kenny McIntosh

Fantasy Impact:

Looks like a clear runway for another Charbonnet week in what should be a tightly contested game against the Packers at home. Fire him up as a fringe RB1/2.