Alex Collins Fantasy Football Week 0 Scouting Report

Alex Collins
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Age: 30
Weight: 210 lbs
Height: 5' 10"

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by Brandon Niles

· Oct 10, 2018 · 5:31 PM EDT

BAL RB Alex Collins - Week 6 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 6 at Tennessee Titans

The timeshare continues, as Alex Collins got 12 carries last week against the Browns, compared to eight carries for Javorius Allen. Collins also caught one pass and ended up with 66 yards from scrimmage. His lack of usage is concerning, although he has had double-digit touches in all but one game this year.

This week, Collins is a risky start against a surprisingly effective Titans defense that has allowed the fifth-least fantasy points per game to opposing running backs this year. Collins has a high floor, particularly in standard league formats, but a low ceiling as well due to his timeshare situation, making him a low-end flex or RB3 option in most leagues. Fantasy owners should look elsewhere if possible this week.

by Brandon Niles

· Oct 04, 2018 · 12:05 PM EDT

BAL RB Alex Collins - Week 5 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 5 at Cleveland Browns

After single-digit carries in each of his first two games this season, Alex Collins has carried the ball 29 times and caught four passes over his last two games. While that’s still not the kind of output one would hope for from a reliable RB2, it’s good to see Collins getting consistent work. He’s also scored a touchdown in all but one game this year, including a three-yard receiving score against the Steelers last week.

Collins will face a Browns defense this week that just got tore up by Marshawn Lynch and has surrendered an average of 27 fantasy points per game to opposing running backs. Collins’ workload will always make him a risk, but if the Ravens get up early, it’s very possible they ride Collins late. He has a high floor as a low-end RB2 or flex option, with additional value in standard and touchdown-only leagues.

by Brandon Niles

· Sep 25, 2018 · 11:42 PM EDT

BAL RB Alex Collins - Week 4 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 4 at Pittsburgh Steelers

Alex Collins had 18 carries for 68 yards and a touchdown against the Broncos last week, and added three receptions for six yards as well. Though not a lot of production, it was good to see Collins active at all in the passing game. It was also good to see him get 21 touches compared to nine for Javorius Allen.

The Steelers have allowed the fourth-fewest amount of fantasy points to opposing running backs so far this year, but that may be a bit skewed due to the pass-heavy games they’ve been a part of. This week, Collins should be considered a low-end RB2, particularly in standard leagues, as these two teams typically beat each other up.

by Brandon Niles

· Sep 19, 2018 · 11:18 AM EDT

BAL RB Alex Collins - Week 3 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 3 vs. Denver Broncos

In Week 1, Alex Collins got limited work because the Ravens blew out the Bills. In Week 2, Collins only had nine carries for 35 yards, largely because the Bengals ran up the score in the first half, causing the Ravens to attempt 55 passes. Collins did catch three balls on four targets and add 55 receiving yards to his day, but he’ll need to do better than 12 touches to be a viable RB2, as he was drafted to be.

This week, Collins will face a Broncos defense that has allowed 78 yards per game on the ground so far this year and gave up a rushing touchdown to Marshawn Lynch last week. Expect Collins to get more of a workload in what should be a fairly even-matched game. With Javorius Allen getting work in the passing game, Collins is a low-end RB2 in most leagues, with a little more value in standard formats.

by Brandon Niles

· Sep 11, 2018 · 9:43 PM EDT

BAL RB Alex Collins - Week 2 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 2 at Cincinnati Bengals

Alex Collins scored a touchdown last week against the Bills, but he only had seven carries for 13 yards on the day. While his workload was concerning for fantasy owners expecting Collins to be the lead back for the Ravens this season, it’s hard to take too much from a Week 1 blowout. The Ravens won 47-3 and were up by 27 points after the first half. Additionally, Kenneth Dixon is banged up and may miss time.

Expect a more even game and a full workload for Collins this week against the Bengals. Cincinnati held the Colts to only 75 yards on the ground last week, but that was with limited talent in the backfield. Collins should find more room and be a solid RB2 option in most leagues.

by Brandon Niles

· Sep 06, 2018 · 11:04 PM EDT

BAL RB Alex Collins - Week 1 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 1 vs. Buffalo Bills

Alex Collins was the most impressive of the Baltimore backs last season, averaging 4.6 yards on 212 carries. He also scored six touchdowns and caught 23 passes. Collins begins this season as the starter, and while he may not have a long leash, he should get every opportunity to thrive in a revamped offense.

To start the season, Collins has a great matchup against the Bills. No team allowed more fantasy points per game to the running back position than Buffalo last year and the Bills lost their leading tackler in Preston Brown. Collins should be good for borderline RB1 numbers this week and should be active in all leagues.

by Brandon Niles

· Jun 29, 2018 · 8:23 PM EDT

BAL RB Alex Collins - 2018 Fantasy Football Outlook

Fantasy Upside

After struggling to find the field with Seattle, Alex Collins had a breakout season last year with the Ravens, rushing for 973 yards on 4.6 yards per carry. He also scored six rushing touchdowns and caught 23 passes. The Ravens didn’t go after a running back high in the draft, leaving Collins the likely starter in Baltimore for the 2018 season. Should he continue to develop—he’ll be only 24 years old when the season starts—he could be a consistent fantasy producer on a team that desperately needs a steady runner in the backfield.

Fantasy Downside

Collins will be battling Kenneth Dixon and Javorius Allen for touches, and if he struggles early on, it’s likely he’ll be on a short leash. Dixon was heralded as a potential solution before injuries and a suspension limited his chance to earn the job. Allen is best suited for a third-down role, but he’ll continue to eat into Collins’ snaps and receiving production. Also, the Ravens let starting center Ryan Jensen sign with the Buccaneers in free agency.

2018 Bottom Line

Collins is too risky to count on early in the draft, but his value as a fifth-round option in most fantasy leagues puts him right on par with some of the rookie running backs. That makes sense given his limited experience. Fantasy owners should consider him a solid potential RB2 option in the middle rounds.