Week 15 at New England Patriots
Jerick McKinnon saw his role increase a bit last week with Isiah Pacheco (shoulder) ruled out. McKinnon ran four times for 19 yards with a touchdown, and caught three passes for 18 yards. McKinnon played on 45% of the offensive snaps, a new season high for him. He was right behind Clyde Edwards-Helaire (48%) in playing time, although CEH had more total touches (13). Expect a similar role for McKinnon this week, assuming Pacheco misses more time. He'll draw a tough matchup vs. the Patriots (3rd aFPA), although New England's defense is more lenient to receiving backs vs. pure runners. McKinnon should be viewed as an RB3/flex option in Week 15, assuming Pacheco is out again.