Underdog Fantasy Football Show on Saquon Barkley

Barkley has stinger, MRI pending; if healthy, faces weak Bears run defense.

Barkley suffered a stinger and was undergoing an MRI as of Wednesday afternoon (recording time). The team indicated he would likely be okay, but his status for the Chicago game is uncertain. If he plays, the matchup is favorable: the Bears allow 2 yards before contact per attempt (second-worst in NFL), and Barkley ranks fifth in rushing yards expectation per attempt. However, the Eagles' left side offensive line has changed (center moved to left guard), which could affect run blocking. Tank Bigsby should be rostered as a handcuff; if Barkley misses time, Bigsby would be a high-end RB3. Will Shipley is a deeper option in super-flex leagues.

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