JaylenWarren

News: 2 days agoWarren rushed the ball six times for 21 yards in Saturday's 19-17 loss to the Bengals. He did not record a catch on one target.

Spin: Warren had been chipping into the role of Najee Harris in recent weeks, though he was out-touched 15-6 by Harris in Saturday's loss. Warren's lack of volume was also the result of game script, as the Steelers' running backs accounted for only four total carries in the final two quarters of the contest as they played from behind. Warren will likely serve as the change-of-pace back in Pittsburgh's opening-round playoff matchup against the Ravens or Texans.

ESPN Fantasy Projection: Now entering his third pro season, Warren emerged as a playmaking talent with the Steelers in 2023, posting career highs across the board in rushing and receving. Warren posted a run of 10 or more yards on 15.5% of his carries, while producing double-digit fantasy points in 10 of 15 games played. He's an explosive mover, with perimeter juice and the open-field vision to produce as a screen target (18 receptions, 114 yards on screens last season). While Warren will share backfield touches with Najee Harris, he brings more fantasy upside as a dual-threat back under new offensive coordinator Arthur Smith. Target Warren as a high-end flex, with RB2 upside.