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Barner logged just three offensive snaps Sunday against the Vikings.

Barner failed to log a carry, nor a target in the passing game, for the second time in 2016. While he has averaged a respectable 5.8 YPC across his 16 total carries on the season, his extremely limited usage deems him almost completely useless in all but the deepest of fantasy formats.

Kelley rushed the ball four times for 15 yards and had one reception for a one-yard touchdown in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Lions.

With Matt Jones sidelined for the majority of the game after being involved in two fumbles in the first quarter, Kelley and Chris Thompson got increased carries. The rookie scored his first career touchdown on a one-yard play action pass. "It felt pretty good. It's something you dream about as a kid, and it actually happened for me this time," Kelley told the Redskins' official site. If Matt Jones continues to struggle against the Bengals this week, look for Kelley to see extra action.

Cunningham played 26 of 79 offensive snaps and rushed three times for four yards with one reception for five yards during Sunday's game against the Giants.

Cunningham played just 13 of 58 offensive snaps in Week 6 against the Lions, but even with a few extra repetitions Sunday, he failed to move the fantasy needle. The 26-year-old running back is firmly behind Todd Gurley in the backfield, and it will almost certainly take a Gurley injury for Cunningham to become a contributing fantasy asset. Additionally, with Gurley catching 18 passes over the past four weeks, Cunningham's PPR value is dwindling. It's unlikely the backfield work will be much different following Los Angeles' Week 8 bye, either.

Bolden (knee) was on the field for just three out of the Patriots' 57 snaps on offense in Sunday's 27-16 win over the Steelers, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.

In his return to action, Bolden did not record a carry or catch, though he was targeted once. Bolden remains a key special-teamer, but his fantasy value is limited as long as both LeGarrette Blount and James White remain healthy.

Rawls (leg) is scheduled to run this week with the expectation that he'll play in Week 9, coach Pete Carroll said at his Monday press conference.

Rawls has been out since suffering a hairline fracture in his left fibula in Week 2. The Seahawks' running game could use a boost with Rawls' return. The Seahawks will bring him along slowly, though, so Week 9 might be best-case scenario.

Hightower gained 39 yards on five carries and five yards on one reception in Sunday's loss to the Chiefs.

There were reports last week that Hightower had fallen behind Daniel Lasco on the Saints' running back depth chart. However, with Lasco inactive due to a hamstring injury, Hightower served as Mark Ingram's primary backup in Kansas City. It remains unclear whether Hightower or Lasco would stand to benefit most if Ingram were to miss any time with an injury, but neither has much value so long as Ingram remains healthy.

McKinnon (ankle) should be fine, according to head coach Mike Zimmer, ESPN's Ben Goessling reports.

McKinnon exited during the third quarter of Sunday's loss in Philadelphia due to an ankle injury, but judging by Zimmer's update, the ailment isn't considered serious. That echoes the early sentiments regarding his condition, but McKinnon's practice level this week should provide further information about his Week 8 status. If McKinnon is slowed at all, Matt Asiata would stand to be the chief beneficiary.

Michael gained 52 yards on 16 carries and caught all three of his targets for another three yards in Sunday's 6-6 tie with the Cardinals.

Even with the extra period to accumulate stats, Michael was stymied by a tough Arizona defense in a game that didn't have any touchdowns. Seattle didn't have much more luck through the air, with Russell Wilson completing 24 of 37 passes for 225 yards. C.J. Prosise handled most of the passing-down work in his first appearance since Week 1, catching two of three targets for 17 yards while also taking a lone carry for no gain. Michael still accounted for 19 of the team's 23 running back touches, leaving minimal concern regarding his workload in the absence of Thomas Rawls (ankle). With Rawls expected to miss at least another game or two, Michael should stay busy in a favorable Week 8 matchup at New Orleans.

Draughn had just one carry for 16 yards, but caught five of seven targets for 37 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's loss to Tampa Bay.

Draughn actually led the 49ers in all receiving categories, as Colin Kaepernick struggled with his accuracy, completing just 16 of 34 passes. Meanwhile, Mike Davis got the start and scored an early rushing touchdown, but was quiet otherwise. DuJuan Harris, who was just promoted from the active roster, was also involved, carrying the ball 11 times for 39 yards, while catching both of his targets for 18 yards. Draughn was slowly being phased out of the gameplan while Carlos Hyde (shoulder) was healthy, so it will interesting to see how the 49ers opt to use him when their starter returns, possibly as early as after their Week 8 bye.

Harris had 11 carries for 39 yards and caught both of his targets for 18 yards in Sunday's 34-17 loss to Tampa Bay.

Harris led the 49ers' backfield in touches, although Mike Davis scored a short touchdown and Shaun Draughn also scored, while leading the team with five receptions on seven targets for 37 yards. Harris, who was just promoted to San Francisco's active roster, will have a role until Carlos Hyde (shoulder) returns from injury. Considering the 49ers are on bye next week, Hyde's return could be in Week 9.