Jacksonville Jaguars running back Denard Robinson is expected to play Sunday against the New Orleans Saints, according to Ryan O'Halloran of the Florida Times-Union.
Denard Robinson expects to play Sunday, per report; presents huge fantasy upside
The Jaguars will likely turn to Denard Robinson once again with T.J. Yeldon dealing with a sprained MCL. We break down the fantasy implications.
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Robinson played in all 62 snaps of Week 15's loss to the Atlanta Falcons, but revealed a sprained foot after the game. Despite the injury, Robinson is expected to suit up and get plenty of snaps with T.J. Yeldon remaining in a brace due to a sprained MCL. Head coach Gus Bradley proved that he is content using Robinson in a featured role, and that will likely be the case again on Sunday.
Fantasy impact: Against a hapless Saints defense, the entire Jaguars offense can be considered to have a high upside, and Robinson can be included in that group along with Blake Bortles, Allen Robinson, Allen Hurns and Julius Thomas. A shootout can be expected between two capable offenses as long as Drew Brees suits up, and Robinson is as good a bet as any in the league to find the end zone for Week 16.
Robinson can be considered a high-end RB2 for championship week, and fantasy owners who were fortunate enough to pluck him off waivers need to give him starting consideration.
