Chris Evans: Bengals' Rising Star in Passing-Down Role
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| Chris Evans: Bengals' Rising Star in Passing-Down Role |
The Athletic's Paul Dehner Jr. Foresees Chris Evans as Bengals' Preferred Passing-Down Back
In the world of fantasy football, uncovering hidden gems can make all the difference. According to Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic, it might be time to pay attention to Cincinnati Bengals' running back Chris Evans, who could be on the verge of taking on a crucial role in the team's offense.
Dehner's insights, shared in a recent article on The Athletic, project Chris Evans as the Bengals' "passing-down starter." This means that when it comes to catching passes out of the backfield, Evans is the man to watch. While Trayveon Williams and Chase Brown are expected to serve as backups, Evans is poised to shine in this pivotal role.
What makes this projection intriguing is Evans' progress during training camp. According to Dehner, Evans not only demonstrated excellent pass protection skills but also showed improvement as a runner. These developments have placed him on the radar as a player who could significantly impact the Bengals' offense.
For fantasy football enthusiasts, this news is particularly exciting. Samaje Perine handled 149 third-down snaps last season compared to Joe Mixon's 50, according to Pro Football Focus (PFF). If Dehner's predictions hold true, Chris Evans could be the player to fill Perine's shoes in these critical situations.
In the world of fantasy football, finding late-round sleepers can provide a significant advantage. Chris Evans, with his potential as a passing-down back, is emerging as an enticing option, especially in deep PPR (points per reception) leagues. Keep an eye on Evans as the season progresses; he might just become your secret weapon in the quest for fantasy football glory.
Source: nbcsports
