Titans running back Chris Johnson has one more tough matchup before things look up for him. Unfortunately, that matchup is this week against the 49ers.
Fantasy owners should again consider sitting Johnson in Week 7 against San Francisco. But he might never leave your lineup again after the Titans bye in Week 8.
When the Titans return to action, Johnson will face St. Louis, Jacksonville, Indianapolis, Oakland, Indianapolis and Denver in the following six games. It should be a dream finish for Johnson, but use caution with him this week.
He has gone from at least 19 carries in each of the first three games to 22 total carries the past two weeks. His catches have improved with seven the previous two games, but he's still searching for his first rushing touchdown.
The 49ers have allowed a running back to score double digits in Fantasy points in each of the past two games, but Johnson's unlikely to reach that mark based on his overall production to date.
His time is coming so be patient, and he will be a must-start option again in two weeks. For now, consider putting him on your bench.