Patriots running back Brandon Bolden, who had two touchdowns last season, has scored in back-to-back games for the first time in his career. Can he go for a third straight against the Steelers at home in Week 9?

Chances are it's unlikely, although it does depend on his snaps. Head coach Bill Belichick used the team's top rusher, Stevan Ridley, sparingly. Ridley saw 20 of 65 snaps while Bolden saw 31 of 65 against the Dolphins in Week 8. Bolden only had 22 yards on the ground, so we don't expect that trend to continue.

The Steelers have allowed 121.9 yards per game on the ground this season, which could likely benefit for whichever back gets the most touches. Fantasy owners should consider Bolden a possible flex option in deeper formats heading into Week 9.

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