Travis Etienne will not play in today's matchup against the Patriots due to a hamstring injury. This opens the door for Tank Bigsby and D’Ernest Johnson to take on the running back duties. Bigsby is expected to handle the early-down work, while Johnson will take over passing-down responsibilities. With the Jaguars favored by 6.5 points against a struggling Patriots run defense, Bigsby presents a risk/reward option for fantasy managers.
- Travis Etienne's absence significantly impacts the Jaguars' backfield strategy.
- Tank Bigsby is positioned as a potential RB2 with favorable matchups.
- D’Ernest Johnson's role in the passing game could limit Bigsby's upside.
Tank Bigsby | RB
Pickup
Breakout
Week 4
- Bigsby is expected to control early-down work against a weak Patriots run defense.
- Considered a risk/reward RB2 option for fantasy lineups.
Travis Etienne | RB
Injury
Week 4
- Inactive due to a hamstring injury, impacting the Jaguars' offensive strategy.
Jacksonville Jaguars
- With Etienne out, the Jaguars will rely on Bigsby and Johnson to maintain their offensive flow.
New England Patriots
- The Patriots face a Jaguars team that is favored, which could expose their 22nd-ranked RB defense.