Yahoo Sports NFL on Kaelon Black
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Black is a rookie backup I've been featuring in this column all season, encouraging managers to stash him away in case of a Christian McCaffrey injury. That led to increased usage for Black, who rushed 12 times for 63 yards and a score. It was his highest output since a 15-touch, 70-yard stat line in the opener. McCaffrey downplayed the injury after the game and with the time off, I'd expect him back this week. CMC later confirmed he is dealing with a 'mild' hamstring strain.
STACKED’s take
Black rushed 12 times for 63 yards and TD; McCaffrey has mild hamstring strain; RB2 upside if starter out.
Black is a rookie backup who has been featured all season as a stash in case of Christian McCaffrey injury. McCaffrey got banged up in Week 7 before the bye but returned in the second half, leading to increased usage for Black, who rushed 12 times for 63 yards and a score—his highest output since a 15-touch, 70-yard stat line in the opener. McCaffrey confirmed he is dealing with a mild hamstring strain. Black is clearly up to the challenge if called upon. Stashing a talented No. 2 back playing behind a 30-year-old starter who handled 450 touches last season isn't the worst idea; Black should be rostered everywhere and would provide RB2 fantasy production with RB1 upside if McCaffrey were sidelined.
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