DJ Giddens Fantasy Football News & Podcast Insights

Jonathan Taylor historically has struggled in losses. But #Colts don't trust backups Seth McGowan or DJ Giddens. Even in a loss yesterday, Taylor: * 48-of-54 snaps (89%) * 20 routes on 34 Daniel Jones dropbacks (59%) * 4 targets for a 13% share * 23-of-24 RB opportunities (96%)

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PositiveNewsSep 13, 2026Zain Dhanani

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Colts only have Jonathan Taylor and Seth McGowan active at RB with DJ Giddens inactive Bellcow JT and signifies McGowan as the trusted RB2

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 8, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

2nd-year running back DJ Giddens has been relegated to third-string behind rookie Seth McGowan, losing the backup role he may have held previously.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 8, 2026Stampede Blue

2nd-year back DJ Giddens has been relegated to third-string running back, dropping behind rookie Seth McGowan on the depth chart.

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NegativeDepth ChartSep 1, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

DJ Giddens was nearly a roster cut according to beat reporters, suggesting he has limited opportunity in his backfield and is not a viable fantasy option.

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PositiveRoleAug 31, 2026Yahoo Fantasy Football

Giddens sneaks onto the Colts' 53-man roster as the RB3, though he has been behind RB2 Seth McGowan in camp, indicating limited early-season opportunity.

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NegativeRoleAug 31, 2026FantasyPros Articles

Giddens, a 2025 fifth-round pick, appears to be behind Seth McGowan on the Colts' RB depth chart as a backup to Jonathan Taylor.

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PositiveRoleAug 30, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

2nd-year running back DJ Giddens held off Ulysses Bentley IV for the third running back spot on the 53-man roster despite being largely limited throughout training camp with a hamstring injury and still needing work in pass protection; he presumably got the edge for his rushing ability.

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PositiveRoleAug 30, 2026Stampede Blue

Second-year running back DJ Giddens held off Ulysses Bentley IV for the third running back spot despite being largely limited throughout training camp with a hamstring injury and still needing work in pass protection; he presumably got the edge for his rushing ability.

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PositiveUsageAug 29, 2026Zain Dhanani

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Colts film review: Nice of them to give us a quick Keenan Allen appearance: 4 snaps (2 slot, 2 Z) 3 routes (2 slot, 1 Z) Nice little intermediate-to-deep crosser over the middle of the field for 20+ yards - shows he still has the juice/technique despite speed to get open down the field (see below) Seth McGowan started at RB, looked solid, caught a pass, then they put him on ice BEFORE DJ Giddens entered Seems like the clear RB2 on this roster (still a chance they add someone) - I am targeting...

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PositiveUsageAug 29, 2026Zain Dhanani

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Colts film review: Nice of them to give us a quick Keenan Allen appearance: 4 snaps (2 slot, 2 Z) 3 routes (2 slot, 1 Z) Nice little intermediate route over the middle of the field for 20+ yards - shows he still has the juice/technique despite speed to get open down the field (see below) Seth McGowan started at RB, looked solid, caught a pass, then they put him on ice BEFORE DJ Giddens entered Seems like the clear RB2 on this roster (still a chance they add someone) - I am targeting in the la...

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Second-year running back Giddens made a strong case for the 53-man roster with a six-yard rushing touchdown in the preseason finale on a drive that tied the game at 13-13. The source notes it was 'exactly the kind of drive both players needed to potentially stamp their name on the 53-man roster,' indicating Giddens' performance was roster-critical.

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PositiveRoleAug 29, 2026Stampede Blue

Second-year running back showed patience in backfield before plunging six yards into end zone to level score at 13-13 during Leonard's critical fourth-quarter drive. The source states 'For both Leonard and Giddens, it was exactly the kind of drive both players needed to potentially stamp their name on the 53-man roster,' indicating Giddens' touchdown was a roster-critical performance moment.

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NegativeInjuryAug 29, 2026Stampede Blue

DJ Giddens has been limited with a hamstring injury and appears to have lost the RB2 job to rookie Seth McGowan. While Giddens rushed for a 6-yard touchdown late in the second quarter, he continued to show struggles in pass protection, completely whiffing on a block that directly led to Leonard's interception.

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NegativeRoleAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

DJ Giddens has been limited with a hamstring injury and appears to have lost the RB2 job to rookie Seth McGowan. While Giddens rushed for a 6-yard touchdown late in the second quarter, he continued to show struggles in pass protection, completely whiffing on a block that directly led to Leonard's interception. The source notes he has shown enough talent as a rusher to stick as the Colts' RB3 but will need to improve as a pass blocker to see the football field more.

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PositiveUsageAug 29, 2026Pride Of Detroit

Giddens scored a touchdown for the Colts in the second quarter, punching it in to tie the game at 13-13 after the Colts drove down the field.

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PositiveUsageAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Colts running back scored touchdown to tie game 13-13 in second quarter after Riley Leonard's drive set up scoring opportunity.

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NegativeInjuryAug 29, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

DJ Giddens has been limited during training camp with a lingering hamstring injury and remains limited as the primary backup to Jonathan Taylor; with Taylor not playing in the preseason finale, Giddens' availability and performance will be tested against rookie Seth McGowan, who has stood out throughout training camp and preseason.

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NegativeInjuryAug 29, 2026Stampede Blue

Backup RB limited during training camp with a lingering hamstring injury; still listed as the primary backup to Jonathan Taylor, but rookie Seth McGowan's strong preseason performance creates competition for the RB2 role.

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PositiveNewsAug 27, 2026Zain Dhanani

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Seth McGowan has a stranglehold on the Colts RB2 job via @LockedOnColts DJ Giddens still believed to be in danger of getting cut as well Take: Another leverage list name for best ball leagues and also a solid pick in redraft as a handcuff to JT.

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NegativeRoleAug 26, 2026Fantasy Life Articles

Giddens has returned to practice after missing time, creating uncertainty about the Colts RB2 role; more clarity is needed on the depth chart hierarchy between Giddens and McGowan.

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NegativeInjuryAug 25, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Colts running back DJ Giddens is nursing a hamstring injury noted among other Colts injuries of concern.

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NegativeInjuryAug 25, 2026Stampede Blue

Colts running back DJ Giddens is dealing with a hamstring injury and will practice today, per the source.

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