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The Cleveland Browns will be without running back Pierre Strong due to a hamstring injury for their upcoming game against the New York Giants. In Week 1, Strong had a limited role, carrying the ball twice and receiving three targets on a 24% snap rate. His absence opens up additional opportunities for fellow running backs Jerome Ford and D'Onta Foreman.
- Pierre Strong's injury creates more opportunities for Ford and Foreman.
- Strong had a minimal impact in Week 1, but his absence could lead to increased touches for the remaining backs.
Pierre Strong | RB
Injury
Week 1
3 targets
2 carries
- Out for Week 2 due to hamstring injury.
- Limited role in Week 1 with only 2 carries and 3 targets.
Jerome Ford | RB
Pickup
- Expected to see increased touches with Strong out.
- Could be a valuable pickup for fantasy teams.
D'Onta Foreman | RB
Pickup
- Also likely to benefit from Strong's absence.
- Could see more carries and targets in the upcoming game.
Cleveland Browns
- Will need to rely more on Ford and Foreman in the backfield.
- Depth at running back is being tested with Strong's injury.
New York Giants
- Will face a Browns team with a potentially weakened running game.
- Opportunity to capitalize on the Browns' injury situation.