Denver Broncos running back Ronnie Hillman will likely start Sunday's Week 6 game against the New York Jets, according to Mike Klis of The Denver Post. Quarterback Peyton Manning essentially confirmed the news, saying that it's "a different hat that you wear" when you're a starting running back, talking about Hillman. This would be Hillman's first NFL start.
Ronnie Hillman to get 1st start, has some fantasy value
Ronnie Hillman will likely get his first NFL start in Week 6. We break down the fantasy implications.
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He's getting the opportunity for two reasons. First: he's played very well in relief. Second: starter Montee Ball went down with a groin injury on Sunday against the Arizona Cardinals. There's no word on the extent of Ball's injury, but Hillman looks ready to carry the load if need be. He had 15 carries for 64 yards, a 4.3 yards-per-carry average, against the Cardinals.
Fantasy Impact: Hillman faces a tough run defense in the New York Jets, but he should be up to the task. He’s had opportunities before and hasn’t taken advantage of them, but fantasy owners can be reasonably confident in his abilities at this point. He’s a solid handcuff option, but if fantasy owners weren’t planning on starting Ball already against the Jets’ defense, they should also be passing on Hillman.
