Week 16 at Arizona Cardinals
Wayne Gallman seems to have taken over as the primary back for the Giants. He’s been on the field for more than 40% of the team’s offensive snaps in each of the past two games, and he received 8 carries and 6 receptions against the Eagles last week. Gallman ended up with a respectable 79 yards from scrimmage, and he should continue to get the bulk of the work.
Gallman has some upside if he can catch 6 balls again, but he’s a risky option as anything more than a low-end RB2 option in deep PPR leagues. Orleans Darkwa still got short-yardage work last week, and Shane Vereen sees about a third of the snaps as well. He’s worth picking up in most leagues, but is a risky start against a Cardinals defense that has given up the ninth-fewest fantasy points to opposing running backs this season.
Week 15 vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Wayne Gallman has worked his way back into consideration as the main back for the Giants, and he finished last week’s contest against the Cowboys with 12 carries and 59 yards. He was also targeted 9 times in the passing game, catching 7 passes for an additional 40 yards receiving. However, he remains in a timeshare with Orleans Darkwa and Shane Vereen, and he faces a tough Eagles defense this week. Only the Vikings are allowing fewer fantasy points to opposing running backs this season. Gallman is worth adding to your roster, but not worth having him active this week.
Week 12 at Washington
Wayne Gallman had 6 carries for 19 yards last week against the Chiefs, and he added a 3-yard reception on 4 targets. Gallman should continue to get supplemental work behind Orleans Darkwa, but it’s unlikely he’ll take the starting job away, making it risky to count on him. Gallman is a fringe handcuff option, at best, and should be left on the waiver wire.
Week 11 vs. Kansas City Chiefs
Wayne Gallman got 3 change-of-pace carries last week against the 49ers, but he’s definitely taken a backseat to Orleans Darkwa in the Giants run game. While he has a pretty good matchup against the Chiefs this week, there’s no reason to expect Gallman to get enough touches to warrant serious fantasy consideration. He looks like a handcuff right now.
Week 10 at San Francisco 49ers
Wayne Gallman had 9 carries for 41 yards against the Rams last week, and he continues to be used as a change-of-pace option behind Orleans Darkwa. The Giants will likely run the ball a lot against the 49ers, as San Francisco has allowed the most rushing yards per game to opposing teams this season. That might give Gallman some upside if the Giants can get ahead early, but with how bad the offense has looked all season, it’s hard to bank on that. Gallman should be considered a handcuff and a desperation starter in deep leagues only, even in a great matchup.
Week 9 vs. Los Angeles Rams
Wayne Gallman had 5 carries and a pair of receptions for a total of 29 yards against the Seahawks before the bye last week. While it’s good to see him continually be involved in the offense, it’s hard to trust his workload when Orleans Darkwa has been more effective. Gallman is worth rostering in very large leagues in case Darkwa falters, but he shouldn’t be active in any leagues, even in a nice matchup against the Rams this week.
Week 7 vs. Seattle Seahawks
Wayne Gallman took a back seat to Orleans Darkwa against the Broncos last week, rushing for only 27 yards on 9 carries, while Darkwa got 21 touches out of the backfield. Gallman did catch a pair of passes, and it’s possible he starts to encroach upon Shane Vereen’s role in the passing game, but ultimately, it’s hard to trust him with Darkwa running so well. He should stay on the bench, especially in a tough matchup with Seattle.
Week 6 at Denver Broncos
Wayne Gallman got 16 touches last week against the Chargers, and wound up with 57 yards rushing and 25 receiving yards on 5 receptions. He led the team in rushing attempts and was tied for second with 5 targets on the day.
Gallman has a lot of long-term upside, but he’s no better than a low-end RB2 option, at best, against the Broncos this week. Denver leads the league in run defense and has yet to give up a rushing touchdown this season.
Week 5 vs. Los Angeles Chargers
Wayne Gallman had 42 yards on 11 carries last week against the Bucs, and he added 8 yards and a touchdown on 2 receptions. Gallman got an opportunity due to injuries to Paul Perkins and Orleans Darkwa. If he continues to be productive with the ball, the job should be available to him.
This week, Gallman faces a Chargers run defense allowing 4.8 yards per carry to opposing teams—only the Jaguars have given up more rushing yards. Gallman has some low-end RB2 upside if you’re desperate, but it’s too risky to bank on him given the inconsistent workload in the Giants backfield right now.
Fantasy Upside
Wayne Gallman is a physical runner who can break away once he gets a head of steam going, and his punishing style could help him earn a role on a Giants roster that struggled to run the ball effectively last season. Gallman also caught 65 passes during his three-year career at Clemson, showing the ability to stay in the game on passing downs.
Fantasy Downside
The Giants are banking on Paul Perkins to take over the starting job in his second year, and Orleans Darkwa is looming as well, which may limit Gallman’s snaps as a rookie. Shane Vereen is also healthy now, and he’ll be the primary receiving threat out of the backfield. Gallman may have talent, but he has some climbing to do if he’s going to get the opportunity to show it.
2017 Bottom Line
Gallman is an interesting dynasty league stash, as none of the backs in New York are established every-down runners. However, he’s more likely to sit on the bench all season than he is to assume a starting job, making it hard to roster him in most leagues.
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