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Brown is scoring 12.5 fantasy PPG, but he's posted fewer than 10 points in three of his past four, and he hasn't found the end zone since Week 1... Brown is averaging only 3.4 YPC (33rd in the league), while his 7.3% explosive run rate is tied for 59th... And Brown isn't breaking tackles at a high rate, averaging just 1.63 YPC after first contact (34th).
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Brown's efficiency and goal-line work declining; Perine getting opportunities.

Brown is scoring 12.5 fantasy PPG heading into Week 8 but has posted fewer than 10 points in three of his past four games and hasn't found the end zone since Week 1. His efficiency metrics are concerning: averaging only 3.4 YPC (33rd in the league), with a 7.3% explosive run rate tied for 59th, and averaging just 1.63 YPC after first contact (34th). Samaje Perine led the team in carries in Week 5 and was given goal-line opportunities, cashing in on a 1-yard score last Sunday. While Brown can't be benched in deeper formats due to lack of capable running backs, he's no longer a must-start if other RB2 options are available.

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