Jacksonville Jaguars running backs Denard Robinson and Storm Johnson split the first-team reps at practice on Thursday, according to coach Gus Bradley.
Denard Robinson and Storm Johnson splitting carries, lack fantasy value
Denard Robinson and Storm Johnson are getting the first-team reps. We break down the fantasy implications.
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With Toby Gerhart (foot) missing his opportunity, the Jaguars are going to look to improve their league-worst rushing attack. They weren’t much better in Week 6 without Gerhart -- Robinson racked up only 22 yards as the top back and Storm added 21 yards to go with one touchdown. Johnson had three more touches than Robinson, but the latter was on the field for 11 more snaps. It’ll likely be a similar scenario for the foreseeable future unless either guy separates himself.
This week, they'll take on the Cleveland Browns at home. The Browns have been giving up plenty of points, with the exception of last week against the Steelers, and they are giving up the third-most rushing yards in the league.
Fantasy impact: This is not a great scenario for fantasy owners. Johnson is probably the better player to own since Robinson is not going to be an every-down back. Neither are options in most leagues this week.
