Week 9 – Jonathan Stewart vs. New Orleans
Jonathan Stewart has started the last few games and was a bright spot on the Panthers offense last week against the Seahawks, rushing for 79 yards on 4.9 yards per carry. He also added three receptions for 15 more yards and he looks much better than he has in the last couple of years. He also looks healthy, which is a good sign for fantasy owners desperate for a RB2 or Flex option to emerge from Carolina.
Update:
DeAngelo Williams is now scheduled to start against the Saints, which makes both Stewart and Williams sketchy fantasy starts. Expect them to split touches and for both to be desperation fantasy options at best.
This week, Stewart faces the bitter division rival Saints, who have been average against the run this season, but have given up seven rushing touchdowns on the year. Stewart will try to knock the Saints back down to earth after a big win over Green Bay on Sunday night, but early reports indicate that DeAngelo Williams may be ready to play. If Williams is inactive again, Stewart could have low-end RB2 or Flex potential for fantasy owners. If Williams starts, it likely hurts the fantasy value of both players, pushing Stewart to desperation territory.