New England has allowed the third most rushing yards to opposing running backs, along with the fifth most rushing touchdowns this season. They’ve also allowed a ton of big plays, which is Achane’s specialty. I think Achane breaks off one of those big runs this week as he goes for 140 all-purpose yards and a touchdown.
James Conner, Cardinals
Seattle has allowed the 7th most yards after contact to running backs, which doesn’t bode well for them, considering how physical a runner Conner is. The Cardinals scheme a lot of the zone runs, and their offensive line has played at a high level all season. For the Cardinals to win this game, Conner is going to need at least 100 all-purpose yards, and I think he gets that number easily.
Brian Robinson, Jr., Commanders
The Cowboys defense has been horrific all season long, allowing the second most touchdowns to opposing running backs and the sixth most receiving yards to opposing running backs out of the backfield. Robinson has had 10 days to rest his injured knee, which should be a big help, and I can’t imagine him not scoring this week.
David Montgomery, Lions
From week to week, it’s hard to decide which Lions running back I like more, but I always tend to prefer Montgomery on the road, as Dan Campbell likes to control the time of possession and take the crowd out of the game. Look for Montgomery to continue his stellar season with 80 yards and a touchdown.
Tyrone Tracy, Jr., Giants
The Buccaneers have allowed the fifth most receptions to opposing running backs as well as the fourth most receiving yards. Moreover, they allow the seventh-highest yards per carry, which bodes particularly well for Tracy, who’s such an explosive runner. Put this lethal combination together, and Tracy should have a game where he goes for at least 120 all-purpose yards and a touchdown.
