2025 RB Leaders in Fantasy Points Over Expectation (FPOE) This is calculated as FPG - XFP/G, and can be thought of as "by how much an RB outperformed their volume." 1. Jahmyr Gibbs: +5.0 2. Jonathan Taylor: +4.3 3. Bijan Robinson: +3.9 4. De'Von Achane: +3.8 5. James Cook: +3.6 via @FantasyPtsData

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NegativeInjuryAug 12, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Veteran running back released by Eagles from injured reserve with an injury settlement after getting banged up in practice. No longer with the team due to the injury.

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NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Mitchell is on the Reserve/Injured list.

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NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mitchell is on the Reserve/Injured list.

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NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mitchell was placed on injured reserve, ending his 2026 season. The Eagles are dealing with a growing list of injuries in training camp, with five players dealing with hamstring injuries.

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NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026Hogs Haven

Eagles running back Elijah Mitchell was placed on injured reserve, ending his 2026 season.

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NegativeInjuryAug 11, 2026Hogs Haven

The source reports that Eagles running back Elijah Mitchell was placed on injured reserve, ending his 2026 season. This is part of a growing list of Eagles injuries, with five players dealing with hamstring injuries.

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NegativeUsageAug 10, 2026Dataroma

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This RB usage has been a consistent message from LAC all offseason. Normally wouldn’t care a ton about top-tier RBs in fantasy being talked about in “committees”, but.. A) I’m not entirely sure Hampton is a top talent, and I don’t think the limited sample from his rookie year showed us that. B) I think both Mitchell (designed touches, outside runs) and Vidal (some passing downs/pass pro) have legitimate skillsets that the Chargers seem to be very fond of Hampton obviously is the lead RB with...

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NegativeInjuryAug 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Placed on injured reserve, ending his 2026 season.

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NegativeInjuryAug 10, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

RB Elijah Mitchell was placed on IR, ending his 2026 season; a season-ending injury that removes him from fantasy availability.

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NegativeInjuryAug 10, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Placed on injured reserve ahead of final roster cuts after leaving Saturday's training camp practice early; unable to return for the 2026 season unless the Eagles release him with an injury settlement.

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NegativeInjuryAug 10, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Eagles RB placed on injured reserve ahead of final roster cuts after leaving Saturday's training camp practice early; placement on IR before roster cuts means he is ineligible to return for the 2026 season unless Philadelphia releases him with an injury settlement, removing him from depth consideration.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 10, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Elijah Mitchell left Eagles practice early on Saturday, prompting the team to host free agent running back Ja'Quinden Jackson on a visit, suggesting the Eagles are seeking additional running back depth for practice and preseason reps.

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NegativeInjuryAug 9, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Depth running back Mitchell left practice early and did not return.

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NegativeUsageAug 9, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Depth running back who left practice early and did not return.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 8, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Running back Elijah Mitchell left practice early on Saturday.

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NegativeValueAug 8, 2026RotoWire

Elijah Mitchell remains a late-round target (16th-17th round) but is currently in a battle with Omar Cooper for a spot in the target hierarchy.

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PositiveRoleAug 5, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Mitchell caught the observer's eye multiple times in drills; looked physical and eager for contact in pass protection against Jeremiah Trotter Jr., had a long run, and caught a pass from McKee in the flat for a good catch-and-run, showing versatility and engagement.

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PositiveRoleAug 5, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Mitchell caught the observer's eye multiple times during practice; he looked physical and eager for contact in pass protection against Jeremiah Trotter Jr., had a long run, and caught a pass from Tanner McKee in the flat for a good catch-and-run, indicating he is competing well for RB3 or RB4 duties.

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NegativeRoleAug 1, 2026ESPN NFL

Mitchell was targeted by Andy Dalton but second-year corner Mac McWilliams muscled the pass away from the running back for a breakup.

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NegativeDepth ChartJul 29, 2026Bleeding Green Nation

Mitchell is competing with Dameon Pierce for a fourth running back spot; the Eagles can likely keep at least one of them on the practice squad rather than the 53-man roster.

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PositiveProjectionJul 24, 2026Footballguys

Elijah Mitchell (2021, Round 6, SF) finished as a top-36 fantasy asset in his rookie season with 207 carries for 963 yards and 5 touchdowns, plus 19 receptions for 137 yards; sixth-round backs have only a 2.4% top-36 hit rate, making Mitchell's top-36 finish an exceptional success story.

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NegativeProjectionJul 24, 2026Footballguys

Elijah Mitchell (2021, Round 6, SF) finished with 207 carries for 963 yards and 5 touchdowns, plus 19 receptions for 137 yards in his rookie season; as a sixth-round pick, his 963 rushing yards represent exceptional production, though sixth-rounders have only a 2.4% top-36 hit rate, making Mitchell a rare success story.

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NegativeDepth ChartMay 4, 2026Matt Waldman

Mitchell was released by the Patriots this week after stints with San Francisco and Kansas City; his release suggests either durability concerns or that New England feels confident in their other running back options, opening depth chart opportunity for Miles Montgomery.

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NegativeInjuryNo dateNFL.com News

RB Elijah Mitchell was placed on injured reserve.

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NegativeInjuryNo dateNFL.com News

Released with an injury settlement.

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PositiveProjectionNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Mitchell is an extreme longshot at age 28 after missing all of 2024 and having no carries in 2025 with the Chiefs and Patriots, but could stand out at training camp if healthy.

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PositiveRoleNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Mitchell was signed by the Eagles as an under-the-radar move; he was one of only four RBs in 2021 to rush for 900+ yards and average 4.7+ yards per carry, but hasn't produced much since knee injuries in 2022.

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NegativeRoleNo dateYahoo Sports NFL

Running back, 28-year-old 6th-round 49ers pick (2021) from Louisiana; earned Eagles roster spot after spring tryout. Had 963-yard rookie season followed by limited NFL success; no clear roster spot but source curious about training camp performance.

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