PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network on Christian McCaffrey

PodcastFuture 1st Podcast - Ep 50 - Dynasty Bestball FundamentalsJuly 7, 2026

From the episode

if I know that CMC has got a backup and he is the guy when CMC goes down, that I don't mind as much because I'm going to get that same production or 80% or whatever it is for that couple of games

Mentioned at 55:55 – 56:15

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Handcuff strategy: backup delivers 80%+ production if CMC goes down for couple games

Christian McCaffrey exemplifies a high-end RB with a clear backup handcuff strategy in best ball dynasty. The source is selective about rostering direct backups only when they know the backup will fill in and get the full workload if the starter goes down. With CMC, the backup is 'the guy when CMC goes down' and will deliver 'that same production or 80% or whatever it is for that couple of games,' making the handcuff valuable in best ball.