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Roy Helu
CSN Washington
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Aug 19, 2014 · 9:19 AM EDT

Somewhat of a forgotten man amongst the Redskins running backs, Evan Royster had a big night when he needed it most.

Royster isn't a roster lock like Alfred Morris or Roy Helu. However, of all the backs on Monday night, he played the best.

First, he flashed on a 24-yard catch and run, which he immediately followed with a two-yard touchdown run. Royster makes plays when he's given the opportunity, however limited they may be, and if he doesn't stick around in D.C, he could catch on fairly quickly with someone else. After his strong showing against the Browns, though, his chances of making the cut had to have improved at least somewhat.

Fantasy Impact: 

Neither Morris nor Helu had great nights on Monday but CSN Washington feels that won't affect their stock and will make the club, with Helu the third down back. Royster is no lock, but at the very least may have helped himself find a spot on another team if it comes to that.

Darrel Young
CSN Washington
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Aug 12, 2014 · 2:42 PM EDT

Redskins coach Jay Gruden may have tipped his hand on how many running backs the Redskins will carry. Here is what he said when asked about the status of Evan Royster, who has been with the team as a reserve running back since they drafted him in 2011.

"He's in competition with the rest of them. Right now, we have obviously Alfred [Morris] as the slam dunk and then we have Roy [Helu] who's had a good camp and then we're looking for the other two to step up.”

The emphasis is added. Gruden has said previously that he is looking forward to what fullback Darrel Young can do in his offense so Young, Morris, Helu are locks. Gruden said that they are looking for two more so it looks like the plan is to carry five total running backs.

That would mean that Royster, rookies Lache Seastrunk and Silas Redd, and second-year back Chris Thompson are competing for two roster spots, not just one as some suspect.

Fantasy Impact: 

While nothing is etched in stone, it looks like Helu's job is safe and he should be the third down back with a chance to catch some passes in this offense. Some believed that he would lose out to Thompson, who now looks like he's in a battle to make the team. Young has been a target in the red zone in the past from time to time but never enough to make him fantasy worthy but it sounds like he could have some sort of role again.

Roy Helu

Redskins show off running game

CSN Washington
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Aug 08, 2014 · 10:39 AM EDT

Sure it was only the first preseason game of the year, but the Redskins running game looked strong in a 23-6 win over the Patriots that saw a collection of Washington backs gallop through the New England defense. The team compiled 177 yards on the ground with an average of four yards-per-carry, solid numbers for a team transitioning from the Mike Shanahan zone-read run game to a more smash-mouth system with new coach Jay Gruden.

"From first guys to fourth quarter, it was pretty impressive," running back Roy Helu said. "I think our running game and the way we got off the line, I really liked that."

Fantasy Impact: 

Alfred Morris and Helu ran well for the starting offense, though the opening drive stalled in the red zone. But the depth at the running back position looked strong, especially in the second half when rookies Silas Redd and Lache Seastrunk impressed. Evan Royster and Chris Thompson got some reps for Washington at running back as well, and while both did fine, they did not impress like Redd and Seastrunk. That's worth noting because Royster could be on the roster bubble and Thompson has a chance to beat out Helu for the third down job, according to beat writers.

Roy Helu
ESPN
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Jul 29, 2014 · 9:03 AM EDT

Chris Thompson's the one who has emerged to this point (long way to go folks) in a battle for the Redskins third down back job, because it’s clear he’s feeling more comfortable.

He's also faster, one year further removed from his torn ACL in college. He’s resembled the runner he was in college more than he ever did last summer. For the most part, Thompson has caught the ball well and did a solid job in the pass protection drills Monday, a day after he was disappointed in his showing. If Thompson proves he can stay durable in camp -- it’s a huge issue for him -- he’ll stay productive. He’s taken snaps with the first offense in nickel situations this week.

Fantasy Impact: 

Just a few weeks ago, Roy Helu seemed to be a lock for this job. And to be fair, he probably still has the edge. This article pointed out that Helu has looked fine in camp and is also capable of playing other downs if something were to happen with starter Alfred Morris. The only other back on the Skins roster who could do that is Evan Royster, the story claims. But Royster may not make the team. Helu should have the edge in this battle, but some beat writers are making this seem like it's no sure thing...

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