Jacquizz Rodgers will be used as more than just a change-of-pace back with the Atlanta Falcons, head coach Mike Smith said after practice Tuesday. The team believes that the 5'6 running back can be an every-down player as it looks to lighten the load on Michael Turner this season.
Jacquizz Rodgers Fantasy Football Stock Rises After Lofty Praise From Coaches
Falcons head coach Mike Smith said that Jacquizz Rodgers could be an every-down back. We break down the fantasy implications.
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“Jacquizz is a player that we’ve got to get him some touches,” Smith said. “We found out very early once we got him here that he is not a change-of-pace back. He’s a guy who can do all the things that you ask a running back to do. You go out and perform and when he’s had his opportunities, he’s done a nice job.”
Analysis: Rodgers has been one of the biggest recent risers in fantasy football thanks to his play throughout preseason and the confidence the coaching staff has shown in the former fifth-round NFL Draft pick. That said, Turner is still the man in Atlanta, though Rodgers has emerged as a necessary handcuff at this point. Rodgers could be a decent RB2 if Turner is injured, especially in PPR leagues.
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