ESPN Fantasy Football on Josh Jacobs

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Josh Jacobs carries risk, as the warning signs are starting to stack up. He's 28 years old with 2,109 career touches, and there is also some uncertainty hanging over him as he deals with several off-field legal issues. On the field, his efficiency slipped last season, with his yards per carry dropping to 4.0. Jacobs also faded following a left knee injury and knee contusion last season, going from 21.1 touches and 19.6 fantasy points per game in his first ni

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Jacobs' age, touch count, and declining efficiency signal regression risk in 2026.

Jacobs carries mounting risk at age 28 with 2,109 career touches and uncertainty from several off-field legal issues. On the field, his efficiency slipped last season with yards per carry dropping to 4.0. He also faded following a left knee injury and knee contusion, going from 21.1 touches and 19.6 fantasy points per game in his first stretch to diminished production.

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