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Big Cat Country fantasy football takes on Bhayshul Tuten
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All Big Cat Country insights about Bhayshul Tuten
NegativeBustAug 18, 2026
Despite elite athleticism and ADP hype, Tuten has limited NFL production to justify lead-back expectations. In his rookie season, he recorded only 386 total yards and generated explosive plays (10+ yards) on just 6% of carries versus 12.6% for Rodriguez; only 1 of 97 total touches went for 20+ yards. The source argues projecting Tuten as an above-average rusher overnight based on athleticism alone ignores his lack of proven NFL success and suggests he may function primarily as a gadget player rather than a productive lead rusher.PositiveProjectionAug 18, 2026
Tuten's athletic profile is elite; his 4.32-second 40-yard dash tied De'Von Achane for the fourth-fastest in NFL Combine history among running backs. ESPN the source Mike Clay projects Tuten for 237 rushing yards, 994 total yards, and 7 touchdowns, positioning him as consensus RB25 in fantasy ADP—significantly ahead of Chris Rodriguez at RB45.PositiveRoleAug 18, 2026
Jaguars offensive coordinator Ben Coen indicated Tuten will receive expanded opportunities in year two, particularly in the pass game and screen game after proving ball security in his rookie season. Coen stated: 'Year two, let's go be more creative. Now you learned ball security at a premium, what we're looking for, the standard. Now let's go take it to the next level.' With Chris Rodriguez filling the short-yardage/downhill role, Tuten is positioned to seize perimeter looks previously held by Travis Etienne.NegativeRoleAug 18, 2026
Tuten, a rookie running back, rushed for -18 yards over expected in 2025, with a 3.7 average yards per carry ranking eighth-worst among 55 running backs. However, head coach Liam Coen emphasized his development potential, noting: "You look at what Tut' showed in terms of getting downhill on it inside the tackles that really wasn't on his tape in college. I think we can do a better job of giving him some opportunities, a little bit more, that fit his skillset as well in college, get him going in some of those instances, as well in the pass game, in the screen game. Year two, let's go be more creative." Tuten emerged as the top short-yardage back midway through the season despite his overall negative efficiency. With Chris Rodriguez Jr. now filling the short-yardage role, Tuten may shift toward perimeter looks and screen-game opportunities that previously went to Travis Etienne, positioning him for increased usage in space where his skill set may be better suited.NegativeDepth ChartAug 12, 2026
Listed as co-starter at running back alongside Chris Rodriguez to open the offseason; the Jaguars are keeping the competition open rather than handing the job outright to Tuten despite heavy offseason expectations. Workload division will be determined during preseason and joint practices against the Saints.PositiveRoleAug 7, 2026
Rookie 2025 production shows elite efficiency in scoring situations: 42.3% red zone conversion rate and 62.5% green zone conversion rate on rushing attempts (per PFF). Featured as a key camp battle contender for the starting RB role, with the source Cameron Wolfe explicitly endorsing the 'Tuten train' as a breakout candidate.PositiveUsageAug 4, 2026
Running back Bhayshul Tuten had one of the few positive offensive runs during Day 6 practice, as the source noted 'The only other positive run I recall came from Bhayshul Tuten' amid an otherwise struggling offensive performance.NegativeRoleJul 23, 2026
Bhayshul Tuten is one of three running backs in a rotation for the lead running back role, alongside Chris Rodriguez Jr. and LeQuint Allen Jr., in Jacksonville's 11 personnel package.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
Transitioning from kick return duties to an expanded offensive role in 2026; previously shared bulk of kick return responsibilities with LeQuint Allen in 2025, but organizational shift toward offensive deployment creates opportunity for increased playing time and fantasy relevance.NegativeProjectionJul 22, 2026
Concerns exist around Tuten's 3.7 yards-per-carry average as a rookie on less than 90 carries, paired with multiple injuries. For a back being asked to carry a 17-game workload for the first time, availability and starting off hot early will be key in taking over the role.PositiveRoleJul 22, 2026
Tuten enters camp firmly entrenched as the projected starter after taking over every meaningful offensive snap during the offseason program following Travis Etienne's departure to New Orleans. In 2025, he rushed for 307 yards and five touchdowns as a rookie in a part-time role.PositiveValueJul 22, 2026
RB Bhayshul Tuten is priced at pick 61 (RB25) and offers legitimate bell-cow potential with elite 4.32 speed; however, Chris Rodriguez Jr's goal-line vulture role and potential to win the RB1 outright caps his ceiling. Tuten's sixth-round cost reflects genuine upside in a backfield unsettled following Travis Etienne's departure to New Orleans.