Ezekiel Elliott Fantasy Football Week 17 Scouting Report

Ezekiel Elliott
RB
, Dallas Cowboys

Age: 29
Weight: 228 lbs
Height: 6' 0"
College: Ohio State

ADP: 116
Depth Chart Ranking: 2

Pts	RuYds	RuTD	Rec	RecYds
45.3	224	3	12	69

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by Chris Kucharski

· Jul 31, 2017 · 8:29 PM EDT

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - 2017 Fantasy Football Outlook

Fantasy Upside

Ezekiel Elliott was an MVP candidate in 2016 and will be one in 2017. He finished last season as the fantasy RB2 in both standard and PPR leagues and his numbers are likely to improve playing behind one of the league's top offensive lines. The offense around him is solid overall, meaning teams can't focus solely on Elliott. His 2015 numbers were impressive: 1,631 yards and 15 touchdowns on the ground.

Fantasy Downside

From a fantasy standpoint, Elliott could do better in the passing game. He caught 32 of his 40 targets for 363 yards and only one score. Dallas has stated they will get him more involved in their air game. If that part of his game improves, it could close the gap between him and the top-two consensus fantasy backs, David Johnson and Le'Veon Bell. Another issue is his off-the-field transgressions that could result in a suspension.

2017 Bottom Line

Rookie running backs can sustain success despite the threat of a "sophomore slump". Elliott is almost a sure-thing to repeat his rookie performance, and even exceed it. He is the third player overall coming off the board behind Johnson and Bell. There's no reason not to take him there, even with a looming suspension.

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by Chris Kucharski

· Jan 13, 2017 · 11:57 AM EST

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - Week 19, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 19 vs Green Bay
Ezekiel Elliot was an MVP candidate this season and there is no reason to think he will slow down in the post-season. Elliot has been a beneficiary of his outstanding offensive line who is completely healthy.

The Packers aren't good against the run ranked 24th in aFPA to running backs. Expect a big day from Elliot as the top ranked running back for Divisional Playoff weekend.

by Chris Kucharski

· Dec 30, 2016 · 1:12 PM EST

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - Week 17, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 17 at Philadelphia
Ezekiel Elliot will start the game, but will probably only get five or six touches in this one. Darren McFadden is expected to carry the load, and for the first time this season, Elliot should be on your bench.

by Chris Kucharski

· Dec 23, 2016 · 10:31 AM EST

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - Week 16, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 16 vs Detroit
Ezekiel Elliot rushed for a season-high 159 yards and a touchdown in the win over Tampa Bay. He had 26 touches in the game and continues to be one of the best fantasy options in 2016. Elliot is averaging 110 yards per game and has scored 14 total touchdowns this season.

The Lions are the next opponent and are 17th in aFPA to running backs. This means another big game for Elliot, so start him as the No. 1 fantasy running back for Week 16 and expect big numbers.

by Chris Kucharski

· Dec 16, 2016 · 9:17 AM EST

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - Week 15, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 15 vs Tampa Bay
Ezekiel Elliot was back over the 100-yard mark for the first time since Week 10. He did not reach the end zone for the second time in six games, but he's continued to be effective late into his rookie season. More importantly, the Cowboys are still getting him 20+ touches per game.

Elliot will face a Tampa Bay defense this week, who is 10th in aFPA to running backs. Despite the tough matchup, the overwhelming numbers for Elliot still push him towards the top of the fantasy running back rankings. Start him in all leagues and formats as a top-5 back.

by Chris Kucharski

· Dec 09, 2016 · 12:41 PM EST

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - Week 14, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 14 at New York Giants
Last week was the seventh straight game Ezekiel Elliot had 20+ touches, which is why he continues to have success this season. He was 'limited' to 86 rushing yards - his lowest rushing total since Week 2 - but that just shows you how high expectations are for him and how successful he has been.

In the first meeting against New York, he was held to a season-low 51 yards, but don't take much from that as it was his NFL debut. He is now running like a seasoned veteran. The Giants are 27th in aFPA to running backs, so we could easily see Elliot back over the 100-yard mark this week

Start Elliot as a top-5 fantasy running back for Week 14.

by Chris Kucharski

· Nov 30, 2016 · 12:08 PM EST

DAL RB Ezekiel Elliott - Week 13, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 13 at Minnesota
Ezekiel Elliot came up three yards short of the 100 yard mark for the second straight week, but this time, he made up for it with two rushing touchdowns (pushing his season total to 11 plus one receiving). Elliot continues to get a minimum of 20 touches per game, which is one reason he is always going to be highly-ranked in fantasy.

The Vikings are this week's opponent and although their defense is one of the NFL's best, they are only ranked 15th in aFPA to running backs. Elliot should have some success Thursday night.

Start Elliot in all leagues and formats as a high-end RB1 for Week 13.