Week 15 at New England Patriots
With Isiah Pacheco out last week, Clyde Edwards-Helaire took over as the lead back, carrying the ball 11 times for 39 yards while catching two passes for 29 yards. While CEH finished with more touches (13), he was in a pretty even split with Jerick McKinnon. CEH played on 48% of the offensive snaps while McKinnon played on 45%. CEH was used more as a runner while McKinnon played as the receiving back, as expected. If Pacheco (shoulder) is out again this week, we'd expect a similar split and work load between the two backs. Although both will be facing a tough Patriots run defense (3rd aFPA). New England has given up the 7th-fewest total rush yards to running backs this season. CEH should be viewed as an RB3/flex option this week, assuming Pacheco is out.