The Denver Broncos are discussing a trade that would send Montee Ball to the Dallas Cowboys, per CBS Denver's Vic Lombardi.
Montee Ball could be traded to Cowboys, fantasy value remains in limbo
The Cowboys and Broncos are discussing a deal that would send the third-year running back packing. We break down the fantasy implications.
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The deal would make sense for both sides, as Ball has largely disappointed in Broncos camp, falling behind Ronnie Hillman and Juwan Thompson for backup duties with C.J. Anderson as the entrenched starter. The Cowboys could use as much depth as possible in their backfield, as they attempt to replace the production of DeMarco Murray.
Fantasy Spin: It’s too early to tell what kind of role Ball will have if he is in fact traded to Big D, but this deal is more of a footnote than anything else for a player who has fallen out of favor rapidly. Ball hasn’t shown the explosiveness that warranted a second-round draft pick in 2013, but perhaps a new coaching regime that hand picks him will give him more of a shot to contribute.
For Ball’s owners in keeper leagues, it’s recommended to continue holding onto the 24-year-old back until all details of the potential deal fall into place.
