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Johnson totaled 31 yards on six rushes in Saturday's 24-14 preseason win over the Falcons. He also committed two fumbles, losing one.

Johnson putting the ball on the ground twice was certainly disconcerting, although the veteran's spot as the primary backup to David Johnson wouldn't figure to be in any jeopardy. When he was hanging on to the football, Johnson was actually impressive, averaging 5.2 yards on his six totes. An 800-yard rusher in a part-time role as recently as 2015, the former Pro Bowler nevertheless figures to see limited opportunity in the coming campaign unless starter (David) Johnson were to miss time with injuries.

Williams gained four yards on three carries and 46 yards on three reception (three targets) in Saturday's preseason game against Denver.

While clearly on track for the top backup job, Williams hasn't done much to challenge starter Ty Montgomery, running for only 30 yards on 14 carries this preseason. Packers offensive coordinator Edgar Bennett hinted a few weeks ago that Williams' work in pass protection could get him on the field, but the rookie is no match for Montgomery when it comes to elusiveness and receiving ability. Green Bay's other two running backs from the 2017 draft, Aaron Jones and Devante Mays, hadn't done much of note this preseason until Jones ripped off a 28-yard gain Saturday night.

Pumphrey ran the ball 12 times for 37 yards and caught all five of his targets for 37 more in the Eagles' third preseason game against the Dolphins.

Pumphrey has struggled since being drafted in June but showed improvement in this one. He contributed in multiple facets of the game and showed "real flash" for the first time this preseason, according to Reuben Frank of CSN Philadelphia. Because he was a fourth-round pick, the rookie is likely to make the 53-man roster, but until he adjusts to the pro game, he is more of an understudy to Darren Sproles than someone who is worthy of a roster spot in fantasy leagues.

Draughn will not return to Saturday's tilt against the Jets due to a concussion and neck injury, James Kratch of NJ Advance Media reports.

Draught was activated from the Physically Unable to Perform list Aug. 15 after recovering from summer ankle surgery. While the seriousness of either injury has yet to be disclosed, this certainly won't help his chances in competing for a roster spot.

West gained 17 yards on five carries and six yards on one reception (two targets) in Saturday's preseason game against the Bills.

West got all his carries and targets on the first three drives, playing slightly more than a quarter in what likely will be his final appearance of the preseason. If so, he'll finish the exhibition slate with 16 carries for 38 yards and a touchdown, averaging only 2.4 yards per carry thanks to an an ugly showing last week against Miami. West is locked in as Baltimore's lead runner, though Danny Woodhead (hamstring) also figures to get plenty of snaps and Javorius Allen could have a small role.

Clement rushed nine times for 42 yards and a touchdown Thursday night versus the Dolphins to go with two catches for 11 yards.

The undrafted rookie has had an impressive preseason and is doing all he can to secure himself a roster spot. Whether he can most likely depends on the Eagles possibly keeping a fifth running back, as LeGarrette Blount, Darren Sproles, Wendell Smallwood and 2017 fourth-round pick Donnel Pumphrey are all virtual locks to make the team, according to Reuben Frank of CSN Philadelphia. Clement once again had the highest snap count of any Philadelphia running back, edging out Pumphrey 26-25 as the Eagles' coaching staff continues to evaluate the two.

Zenner didn't play in Friday's preseason game against the Patriots due to an undisclosed injury, Kyle Meinke of MLive Media Group reports.

This injury couldn't have come at much of a worse time for Zenner, as he's in the thick of a position battle for the No. 3 RB job with second-year tailback Dwayne Washington. To make matters worse, Washington found the end zone twice in Zenner's absence Friday and looks ready to take on added work.

Asiata carried six times for 21 yards during the Lions' preseason loss to the Patriots on Friday.

Though he received a decent amount of work Friday, Asiata benefitted from Zach Zenner's (undisclosed) absence and wasn't particularly impressive in any right. He'll have one more chance to make a statement in the preseason finale Thursday against the Bills.

Washington rushed seven times for 15 yards and a touchdown during Friday's preseason game against the Patriots. He also caught both of his targets for 26 yards and a receiving score.

With his competition for the No. 3 RB job, Zach Zenner (undisclosed), watching the game in street clothes, Washington capped off the first series of the second half by taking a swing pass from QB Matthew Stafford 18 yards past multiple Patriots defenders for a score. His second touchdown came on a one-yard plunge later in the third. The second-year runner appears to be a lock for the final roster and, at the way he's ascending, it wouldn't be all that shocking if he overtakes Zenner for the No. 3 tailback job as the season unfolds -- especially if Zenner's injury lingers.

Abdullah carried 13 times for 60 yards and caught all three of his targets for an additional 39 yards in Friday's 30-28 exhibition loss to the Patriots.

Abdullah was used extensively with the first-team offense, leading the group in carries and rushing yards while finishing fourth in receiving yardage. Matt Asiata and Dwayne Washington combined for 13 carries, but neither seems a threat to unseat Abdullah as the top runner for a Lions team that struggled to move the ball on the ground last year. Abdullah will likely be on the sidelines for next week's preseason finale against the Bills, but he looks set to receive the bulk of the carries once the regular season begins.