Steelers Beat: Harris, McFarland will be one-two punch

Aug 11, 2021

In his '10 Takeaways' column, Mark Kaboly of The Athletic wrote that RBs Najee Harris and Anthony McFarland will be the team's one-two punch in the backfield. "McFarland has shown the most promise of all the competitors," Kaboly wrote. "He fits into Matt Canada’s scheme, which is a plus, and his running abilities are notably better than a year ago."

Kalen Ballage was mentioned as a similar runner as Harris.

Fantasy Impact:

Two things to take from here. 1) McFarland will have a steady role as a pass catcher and runner. 2) If Harris were to be out for any amount of time, Ballage would likely take his role.

If you are of the handcuffing persuasion, Ballage is the Harris handcuff according to Kaboly.

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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.