Expect for him to be more active in the passing game moving forward, but look for him to have success on the ground this week against the Chargers-they’re giving up a whopping 5.3 yards per carry so far this season. Last week, Smallwood had 12 carries for 71 yards and one reception for 9 yards against the New York Giants.

The unfortunate injury and end to Darren Sproles’ season makes Smallwood an excellent option in PPR leagues as he shares the backfield with LeGarrette Blount. Opportunities are the name of the game when it comes to fantasy football, and no other running back available on waivers in your league is going to be on the receiving end of opportunities like Smallwood. Wendell Smallwood - RB, Philadelphia Eagles I can understand if it wasn’t the most fun you’ve ever had if you started the week playing against either Todd Gurley or Carlos Hyde, but even then, you have to be delighted that the NFC West is ripe and ready to be plucked by any of the teams in that division.Įnough reminiscing about Niners-Rams, let’s fantasize about what lies ahead. If that wasn’t fun, I don’t know what is. Raise your hand if you thought Thursday night’s game between the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers was going to be the perfect tone setter for Week 3 of the 2017 NFL season.

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