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PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network fantasy football takes on Rico Dowdle
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All PlayerProfiler Fantasy Football Podcast Network insights about Rico Dowdle
PositiveValueSep 9, 2026
Rico Dowdle is rising on draft boards as drafters increasingly believe the drumbeat that he will be the primary back in the Dallas backfield.PositiveValueSep 8, 2026
Rico Dowdle is viewed as an underappreciated asset who has posted back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons. The source believes he could usurp Jalen Warren in the Pittsburgh backfield, noting his efficiency (4.6 YPC) and potential to become a starter as the season progresses.PositiveProjectionSep 8, 2026
The source is bullish on Rico Dowdle, projecting him for 1,400 to 1,500 rushing yards and 15 touchdowns, suggesting he can really go off this year.PositiveValueAug 29, 2026
Matt Kelley is moving Rico Dowdle up his rankings, citing his efficiency in limited opportunities and his status as one of the few players with multiple 200-plus scrimmage yard games in recent seasons.PositiveRoleAug 23, 2026
Speaker believes Rico will be the lead back in Dallas despite Jalen Warren going a full round ahead in ADP. All camp reports indicate Rico has looked phenomenal and will get the bulk of carries; both backs will catch passes, but Rico will be the primary rusher. Speaker is shocked at his price point and calls him one of his favorite board values in best ball format at $150 for NFC championship, noting he has seen Rico slip into the 10th round.PositiveRoleAug 22, 2026
Rico Dowdle is viewed as a potential lead back for the Cowboys, with reports indicating he has looked phenomenal in camp. He is considered a value pick in the 10th round of best ball drafts.PositiveValueAug 19, 2026
The panel debates Rico Dowdle's value relative to Jalen Warren, with some arguing Dowdle is undervalued and potentially a better runner, while noting he has the advantage of being the head coach's preferred player.PositiveValueAug 17, 2026
Jonny Tooma selects Rico Dowdle as a third running back, viewing him as a solid value in the middle rounds to round out the roster.PositiveBreakoutAug 15, 2026
Dowdle is a 28-year-old breakout candidate in Pittsburgh, currently ranked RB44 (pick 53). He has posted back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons with 39 receptions each year. With the potential to become the feature back, he is projected for 1,300 rushing yards and double-digit touchdowns, offering back-end RB1 upside as a late-round value.PositiveValueAug 11, 2026
Michael Leone considers Rico Dowdle a strong value pick, noting that he displayed flashes of high-level performance last season and represents a relative value given the rising costs of running backs.PositiveValueAug 9, 2026
Scott Pianowski considers Rico Dowdle a decent value at his current cost, noting that he will be involved in the Steelers' offense as a pass-catcher.PositiveValueAug 8, 2026
The source is a big fan of Rico Dowdle, ranking him inside their top 60 running backs. Despite reports of him splitting first-team reps with Jalen Warren, the source is not overly concerned and views his current ADP as a massive discount.NegativeUsageAug 7, 2026
Davis Mattek notes a dip in Rico Dowdle's stock following a poor practice performance where he missed a pass-blocking assignment and was yelled at by Aaron Rodgers.PositiveDepth ChartAug 3, 2026
Mattek notes that some beat reporters are identifying Rico Dowdle as the RB1 for the Cowboys.PositiveBreakoutAug 1, 2026
Rico Dowdle is a target with breakout potential, projected inside the top 60 picks. He is preferred over Chuba Hubbard, Rhamondre Stevenson, and Kenneth Gainwell due to his proven ability to produce total yards when given opportunity.PositiveValueAug 1, 2026
Pete Nova identifies Rico Dowdle as a running back he likes for later rounds.PositiveDepth ChartJul 13, 2026
Rico Dowdle was really good when he was in the Panthers offense last year, and the fact that the Panthers let him leave signals they may have confidence in Jonathan Brooks to fill that role.PositiveValueJun 17, 2026
Dowdle is ranked ahead of both Nicholas Singleton and Jonah Coleman in dynasty, though the difference is close and may depend on whether you're a contender or rebuilder.NegativeValueJun 17, 2026
Dowdle should be pushed down further from his RB33-35 range to closer to RB40 in dynasty rankings due to his pass protection issues and the likelihood of a split backfield.NegativeRoleJun 17, 2026
Dowdle was charged with 12 pressures on 52 pass blocking snaps last season, the third highest raw pressures of any running back, which could lead to Aaron Rodgers preferring Warren on third downs.PositiveRoleJun 17, 2026
Dowdle took over a significant part of the Panthers backfield in free agency and now joins the Steelers to play with former coach Mike McCarthy, but is expected to split the backfield with Jalen Warren.PositiveDepth ChartJun 17, 2026
Dowdle was 16th in rushing yards over expected last year and took over a large portion of the Panthers backfield before the team let him walk in free agency.PositiveValueJun 9, 2026
Rico Dowdle is a pretty good pick on the board.PositiveRoleNo date
The source indicates Rico Dowdle will get most of the touchdowns in the Steelers backfield, positioning him as the primary goal-line back while Jaylen Warren handles pass-catching duties.NegativeRoleNo date
Dowdle's status as a potential lead back in Pittsburgh's running back situation remains unclear and requires training camp clarification before he can be considered a safe, high-volume option.PositiveUsageNo date
In 2024 with Dallas under McCarthy, Dowdle had more receptions than Jalen Warren, and last year in Carolina he was targeted more heavily in the passing game despite having only one fewer reception than Warren.PositiveRoleNo date
Mike McCarthy specifically sought out Dowdle after coaching him in Dallas where he was a thousand-yard rusher, and the Steelers let Kenneth Gainwell walk to give Dowdle a bag, signaling he's the preferred back.PositiveValueNo date
Currently undervalued at RB32 in Dynasty and RB35 on Keep Trade Cut, behind Jalen Warren despite being paid more by the Steelers and having comparable receiving production.