Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: RBs in timeshares you can trust in Week 9 lineups
Fred Zinkie offers start/sit lineup advice for some of the top RB2s in fantasy football going into Week 9.
Here is a summary of the fantasy football RB2 options for Week 9, as reported by the source:
1. Jonah Coleman, Broncos - Coleman saw an increase in playing time in Week 8 after benching starter J.K. Dobbins. He had a key 51-yard reception and 5-yard touchdown run on the final drive. Coleman is now the clear backfield starter against the Panthers, who have allowed the second-most fantasy points to running backs. However, the Broncos may try to trade for Colts RB Jonathan Taylor before the Nov. 10 trade deadline.
2. Blake Corum, Rams - Corum shared backfield carries with Kyren Williams in Week 8. Williams started the game, while Corum carried the ball more in the second half. Both players averaged roughly 4.8-5.2 yards per carry. While Williams is likely the top runner, Corum should still be an RB2 option against a Commanders defense that allows many points.
3. Mike Washington Jr., Raiders - Washington received a bulk of carries from the Raiders in Week 8, while backup Ashton Jeanty had just two rushes. Washington was largely a goal-line back with limited passing game involvement. If the Raiders maintain a status quo approach after their Week 8 win and continue playing Washington heavily, he could be an RB2 in Week 9 against the 49ers.
4. Kyle Monangai, Bears - Monangai missed four games with toe and thumb injuries in Week 8, but could return this week. He is the Bears' best pure runner, combining quickness with the ability to make big plays down the stretch. With Chicago coming off a short week, Monangai could see increased workload in the Bears' offense. However, the Buccaneers are tough against the run, making Monangai a borderline RB2.
5. Tyler Allgeier, Cardinals - Allgeier was the Cardinals' main back in Week 8 after injuries to Jeremiyah Love and Bam Knight. He scored on a 63-yard run and a five-yard catch in the final minutes. With Love and Knight potentially out for Week 9, Allgeier could see most of the rushing duties. However, the Cardinals are underdogs in their road game against Seattle, limiting Allgeier's value to flex options.
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