NFL Player News
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Raheem Mostert RB | LV
49ers' Raheem Mostert: Injures calf Saturday
Mostert suffered a calf injury during Saturday's divisional-round game against the Vikings, Keiana Martin of the 49ers' official site reports.
Considering he picked up the issue in the fourth quarter, Mostert is unlikely to make his presence felt again Saturday. Prior to his departure, he had 12 carries for 58 yards and recovered a muffed punt. Meanwhile, Tevin Coleman returned to a lead-back role, with more than 100 yards on the ground.
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Jeff Wilson RB | MIA
49ers' Jeff Wilson: Healthy scratch
Wilson (coach's decision) is inactive for Saturday's matchup with the Vikings.
Wilson has been receiving healthy scratches since Week 14. It is no surprise he has again, as Raheem Mostert, Tevin Coleman and Matt Breida are all healthy and available in the backfield.
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Boston Scott RB | PIT
Eagles' Boston Scott: FInishes season strong
Scott rushed 61 times for 245 yards and five touchdowns while adding 24 catches on 26 targets for 204 yards in 11 regular-season games in 2019.
Scott started the year buried on the depth chart but contributed solidly once he got the opportunity. With Darren Sproles (hip) and Jordan Howard (shoulder) out, Scott got the opportunity to run what was essentially the "Sproles role" with 176 rushing yards on 44 attempts and 26 catches on 28 targets for 222 receiving yards over the Eagles' last five games, including their wild-card loss. The 24-year-old has likely earned a similar role on the team next season with Sproles headed for retirement.
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Damien Harris RB | BUF
Patriots' Damien Harris: Limited playing time as a rookie
Harris logged four carries for 12 yards in two games this past season.
Per Jeff Howe of the Athletic, the 2019 third-rounder missed three games with a hamstring injury and was a healthy scratch 12 times. Harris' rookie season essentially amounted to a redshirt year and with Sony Michel, James White, Rex Burkhead and Brandon Bolden all under contract with the Patriots in 2020, the Alabama product doesn't have a clear path to abundant carries in his second season as a pro. That said, it's always possible that roster churn and/or future injuries could change that context, but for now Harris still profiles as a depth option in the Patriots' backfield.
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Ryan Yurachek FB | NO
Ryan Yurachek: Announces retirement
Yuracheck announced his retirement from professional football Friday via Twitter.
Yuracheck spent the preseason with the Cowboys and had two catches for 10 yards in four games. The 23-year-old went undrafted out of Marshall in 2018 and is now set to join the coaching staff at Arkansas.
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Marcus Marshall RB | TEN
Chiefs' Marcus Marshall: Inks reserve/future deal
The Chiefs signed Marshall to a reserve/future contract Thursday.
Marshall spent time on Kansas City's practice squad during the regular season, and he'll now get another shot to impress with the team during the offseason. The James Madison product is still looking for an opportunity to make his NFL debut.
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Gus Edwards RB | LAC
Ravens' Gus Edwards: Could see bigger role Saturday
Edwards could be leaned on out of the Ravens' backfield Saturday against the Titans if Mark Ingram (calf) is limited or sidelined, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.
Edwards was the lead RB option Week 17 when Ingram rested a tight calf, totaling 22 touches for 132 yards from scrimmage. After the Ravens' first-round bye, Ingram didn't practice until Thursday, when he was limited, and received a questionable designation for the upcoming divisional-round matchup. Adam Schefter of ESPN reported that Ingram is "expected to play," but Edwards is on hand in the event the former's ability to get on the field is at all compromised.
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Dwayne Washington RB | DEN
Saints' Dwayne Washington: Minimal role in 2019
Washington rushed eight times for 60 yards and caught his only target for six yards while suiting up in all 16 of the Saints' regular-season contests in 2019.
Washington ends his second year in New Orleans with the fewest touches of his career, as Alvin Kamara and Latavius Murray combined to miss just two games and consistently worked ahead of him. Despite his lack of involvement on offense, Washington was able to avoid the inactive list throughout the season thanks to his ability to contribute on the Saints' coverage units on special teams. An impending free agent, Washington could be retained by New Orleans if he's willing to accept a third-string role, though the 25-year-old may be more inclined to look to land in a situation that presents a clearer path to snaps out of the backfield.
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Alex Armah FB | WAS
Panthers' Alex Armah: Scores touchdown this season
Armah finished the 2019 season with six carries for 11 yards and a touchdown and two receptions for six yards across 16 games.
Armah again served as Carolina's fullback this season, and though that role doesn't lend itself to much fantasy value, he was at least turned in a one-yard touchdown plunge in Week 1. The veteran remains under contract with the Panthers next season, so expect him to reprise his usual duties as a lead blocker for star running back Christian McCaffrey.
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John Kelly RB | CLE
Rams' John Kelly: Appears in four games
Kelly rushed three times for nine yards in four games during 2019.
The 23-year-old was unable to crack the Rams' season-opening roster but remained on the practice squad until being promoted in October, waived and then promoted again. Todd Gurley, Malcolm Brown and Darrell Henderson (ankle) are all under contract for 2020, leaving a difficult path to a roster spot for Kelly next season.