Christian McCaffrey’s rushing line at 950.5 yards stands out as a clear mispricing once injury risk is priced in. The crew argues his upside still eclipses the line unless a severe, extended injury knocks him off the field, pointing to SF’s 2023 rushing workload and McCaffrey’s heavy involvement in the passing game as drivers of sustained fantasy value.

Bucky Irving in Tampa Bay is highlighted as a plug-and-play over candidate, opening at 1,000.5 rushing yards but with upside if the Buccaneers lean on the ground game and stay in positive game scripts. Wirfs’ absence is acknowledged, yet the offense’s overall dynamism could actually boost run production. The discussion also nods to Alvin Kamara as a high-upside name whose injury history is baked into other lines, while Rashard White’s role is noted as a potential obstacle for backfield volume in TB.

A rookie Patriots running back exploded in camp, flashing power, burst and the kind of contact tolerance that draws Curtis Martin comparisons. Henderson’s veteran presence frames the discussion, but the newcomer’s long runs and tough finishes hint at a lead-back role sooner than later. The guests stress a return to a run-heavy Patriots identity, with the rookie and Henderson shaping a two-man backfield that could push volume for fantasy managers as Week 1 approaches.

Kamara’s presence adds a veteran floor to the Saints’ offense, offering a steady baseline in standard leagues and upside in PPR formats as the offense stabilizes. Across the league, voices point to a revival of the ground game and the value of backs who can repurpose carries into big plays. In fantasy terms, workload in the early weeks matters more than preseason flash, and a breakout rookie can redefine backfield trajectories for the season.