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Sixth-round pick Kaytron "Fatman" Allen takes the lead as top preseason back. It looked like rookies Kaytron Allen and Robert Henry Jr. were in a competition for a roster spot last week, but Fatman stepped up while Henry disappeared. The Commanders didn't run much vs the Lions, but Allen was the lead back and was the only one who could find some room to run against Detroit's defense.
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Sixth-round rookie Allen wins RB competition, leads backfield in preseason.

Sixth-round rookie running back who emerged as the lead back and top preseason performer after competing with Robert Henry Jr. for a roster spot. Against Detroit, Allen recorded 10 carries for 30 yards in tough running conditions, escaped backfield issues, showed good vision, and delivered textbook blitz pickup on a deep pass. The source notes Allen stepped up while Henry disappeared, establishing himself as the lead back despite limited overall rushing volume.

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