- Kenyan Drake
- #41
- Team ARI
- Pos RB
- Status AActive
- Owner FA
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Solo runner down stretch Sunday
Coach Kliff Kingsbury admitted he went with Drake as the Cardinals' only running back during the fourth quarter of Sunday's 30-27 loss in Tampa Bay, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports. "The last couple weeks, practice, games [he] has brought a little pop to the run game, the pass game, and we felt like he was the guy to try and close the game out with," Kingsbury said Monday.
Analysis: Drake outsnapped (64 to 43 percent of the offensive plays) and got more touches (16 to six) than Johnson, who didn't take the field following his fumble late in the third quarter. As mentioned by Kingsbury, the decision seems to be a temporary thing, but he also wouldn't delve into how the RB reps will break down moving forward. The Cardinals were without Chase Edmonds on Sunday, and if/when he gets past his hamstring injury, Kingsbury may have a quandary on his hands as it pertains to his…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 7:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Heavy passing game usage in loss
Drake rushed 10 times for 35 yards and brought in six of seven targets for six yards in the Cardinals' 30-27 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday.
Analysis: Drake came nowhere near the production he'd managed in an impressive Week 9 debut against the 49ers, as he ran head-long into an even tougher run defense in that of the Buccaneers. His usage through the air was encouraging, but as his receiving yardage total indicates, the targets he saw were exclusively of the short-area variety. Drake did double up backfield mate David Johnson in carries, but it will be difficult to predict how the division of labor will be handled in a Week 11 matchup versus…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 2:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Excels in team debut
Drake rushed 15 times for 110 yards and a touchdown and also secured all four targets for 52 yards in the Cardinals' 28-25 loss to the 49ers on Thursday. He also caught a two-point conversion pass.
Analysis: The odds were stacked against a successful Drake debut coming in. There was naturally the matchup against the elite 49ers defense, as well as the fact it would be difficult to find an offense more incompatible to a three-day cram session (the running back was traded to Arizona on Monday) than coach Kliff Kingsbury's air raid attack. However, Drake's fresh legs and apparently buoyant mindset after being dealt out of Miami combined to produce a spectacular performance, one in which the…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 31 at 9:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Could get 'major run' in debut
Drake is expected to receive "major run" in his Cardinals debut Thursday against the 49ers, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Cardinals are expected to be without their top two options out of the backfield in Week 9, as Chase Edmonds (hamstring) has been ruled out, while David Johnson (ankle) is questionable but unlikely to play. Those likely absences leave Drake -- who was acquired from the Dolphins on Monday -- Zach Zenner and Alfred Morris as the lone healthy options at running back. Considering Zenner and Morris only joined the roster one week earlier, they won't hold much of an advantage in terms of system…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 31 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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To be involved Thursday
Drake will be a part of the offense Thursday against the 49ers with David Johnson (ankle) listed as questionable and Chase Edmonds (hamstring) ruled out for the contest, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports. "We're going to get him in the game in some packages," coach Kliff Kingsbury said of Drake.
Analysis: Dealt from Miami on Monday, Drake hasn't had much time to acclimate to Arizona's scheme, but with a need out of the backfield, Kingsbury has given assurances the newcomer will play a role in his first chance to do so. His snap count may depend on the availability of Johnson, who returned to the practice field Wednesday for the first time since Oct. 18. If Johnson ultimately is deemed inactive Thursday, Drake will be in a "running back by committee" with Zach Zenner and Alfred Morris.
Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 3:02pm by Rotowire.com
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In line for modest load
Coach Kliff Kingsbury said Drake will have a "manageable workload" Thursday against the 49ers, Josh Weinfuss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: With David Johnson (ankle) day-to-day and Chase Edmonds (hamstring) doubtful to play this week, Kingsbury's comment doesn't exactly inspire confidence that Drake will be the primary back in his first appearance with the Cardinals. Assuming Johnson and Edmonds are sidelined, Drake seems poised to split work with Zach Zenner and Alfred Morris, both of whom have just one more week of experience in the offense. Thursday's matchup versus San Francisco's second-ranked scoring defense doesn't bode…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 29 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially shipped to desert
The Dolphins officially traded Drake to the Cardinals for a conditional sixth-round pick in the 2020 draft, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: The Cardinals have a clear need in a backfield in which David Johnson (ankle) is day-to-day, Chase Edmonds (hamstring) is doubtful to suit up Thursday, and D.J. Foster (hamstring) landed on IR. Drake will have a steep learning curve with the team facing a short week and the formidable 49ers on tap, but his only competitors for reps (assuming Johnson and Edmonds don't play) are Zach Zenner and Alfred Morris. For his career, Drake has averaged 4.6 yards per carry, hauled in 116 of 164 targets and…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Traded to Arizona, pending physical
The Cardinals confirmed that they have a deal in place to acquire Drake from the Dolphins in exchange for a conditional 2020 draft pick.
Analysis: Per the announcement, the deal is pending until Drake passes a physical with the Cardinals, but barring any late snags, this trade is slated to become official in time for the running back to join the team's depleted backfield in advance of Thursday night's game against the 49ers.
Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 10:16am by Rotowire.com
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Dealt to Cardinals
The Cardinals have reached an agreement in principle to acquire Drake in exchange for a conditional draft pick, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Meanwhile, Schefter suggests that with Chase Edmonds having suffered a hamstring injury Sunday and David Johnson still dealing with an ankle injury, Drake "could be in line for significant work" Thursday night against the 49ers. Going forward, Miami's backfield will be led by Mark Walton, with Kalen Ballage in reserve, while Patrick Laird and Myles Gaskin are candidates to serve as the team's No. 3 back.
Published: Mon, Oct 28 at 7:07am by Rotowire.com
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Deal expected to happen
The Dolphins have agreed in principle to a trade involving Drake, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: This news confirms why the running back didn't accompany the Dolphins to Pittsburgh for Monday night's game against the Steelers. It hasn't yet been revealed which team Drake will be headed to, but per the report, an agreement on that front was arrived at Saturday night. Thought to be among his possible destinations are Tennessee and Detroit. With Drake in line to be on the move, Miami's backfield is now slated to be be led by Mark Walton, with Kalen Ballage in reserve and Patrick Laird and…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 11:13am by Rotowire.com
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Won't travel with team for Monday's game
The Dolphins have announced that Drake will not travel with the team for Monday night's game against the Steelers, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Drake isn't known to be dealing with any sort of injury, which suggests that he's likely to be dealt before Tuesday's trade deadline. With Drake not in line to suit up Monday night, the Dolphins' Week 8 backfield is slated to be led by Mark Walton and Kalen Ballage.
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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Could be available via trade
Coach Brian Flores was non-committal Thursday when asked if Drake would remain with the Dolphins after the Oct. 29 trade deadline, Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports. "Yeah I do [think Drake will remain with the team this season] -- unless there's some other situation that presents itself," Flores said.
Analysis: Both Flores and Drake himself fully expect the running back to play in the Monday night matchup with the Steelers, but the Dolphins will probably continue to listen to offers on the 25-year-old before the deadline arrives a day later. Miami had already traded away multiple veteran pieces before the season began, and its approach seems unlikely to change while the club heads into Monday's game in Pittsburgh with an 0-7 record. If the Dolphins do part ways with Drake, Mark Walton would likely get…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 1:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Compiles 58 total yards in loss
Drake rushed six times for 21 yards and brought in three of four targets for 37 yards in the Dolphins' 31-21 loss to the Bills on Sunday.
Analysis: Drake played second fiddle to Mark Walton in the backfield, with the latter outpacing him by eight carries and 45 rushing yards. However, Drake played a solid role in the passing game yet again, and he's now logged at least three receptions in five consecutive contests. The 25-year-old will likely continue to be the subject of trade rumors until either he's actually dealt or the deadline passes, and given Walton's successful audition for the lead-back role Sunday, a move elsewhere for Drake may…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Possible trade candidate
Drake could be traded before the deadline if the right offer presents itself, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Drake is set to become an unrestricted free agent in 2020, and it doesn't appear as if he and the team have been in talks regarding a potential contract extension. With the winless Dolphins clearly setting up for the 2020 season and beyond, it might be wise for them to deal the running back and accumulate another asset in the form of a draft pick. The team has already had trade conversations with potential suitors, and Drake has expressed openness to being moved.
Published: Thu, Oct 17 at 6:32am by Rotowire.com
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Gains 70 yards
Drake ran for 40 yards on 10 carries and added 30 yards on six catches during Sunday's 17-16 loss to Washington.
Analysis: Following a late touchdown, the Dolphins and quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick placed a lot of faith in the third-year back, targeting him for what would have been a game-winning two-point conversion. It wasn't to be, and Drake remains scoreless on the season. In a season with few highlights, Drake has managed to total at least 70 yards in three consecutive games, but he actually ended up with fewer yards than backup Mark Walton on Sunday. Both will be challenged by a stout Buffalo defense Sunday.
Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 3:42pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 73 scrimmage yards
Drake carried nine times for 44 yards and caught three of five targets for an additional 29 yards during Sunday's 30-10 loss to the Chargers.
Analysis: Drake didn't break off many big gains on the ground, but he averaged 4.9 yards per carry against a solid Chargers defense. Unfortunately, his team got behind again before abandoning the run game, though that allowed him to contribute as a pass-catcher. Drake, who has totaled a respectable 145 scrimmage yards over the last two games, will go on bye next week before facing the Redskins on Oct. 13.
Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Racks up 72 scrimmage yards
Drake carried 12 times for 38 yards and caught three of six targets for 34 yards during Sunday's 31-6 loss to the Cowboys.
Analysis: Drake received 15 touches to Kalen Ballage's nine on the day, making a much greater impact both as a runner and a receiver against a tough Dallas defense. This was a notable improvement from the first two games, in which Drake totaled 75 scrimmage yards on 17 touches. Despite this effort, Drake seems unlikely to produce big numbers in next Sunday's home matchup against the Chargers.
Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 6:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet as team blown out again
Drake rushed six times for 19 yards and caught five of six targets for 29 yards in Sunday's 43-0 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: Drake is probably Miami's most talented offensive player, but he's wasting away on an atrocious team that's been outscored 102-10 through two weeks. There are trade rumors swirling around Drake, and a move to another team would almost certainly be a boon to his fantasy value, as no Dolphins look like appealing options at the moment.
Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Subject of trade talks
The Dolphins are trying to trade Drake away, Fox's Jay Glazer reported on their Sunday morning pregame show.
Analysis: There was some speculation in the preseason that Drake had fallen out of favor with the coaching staff given his placement on the depth chart. This seems to confirm that speculation.
Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 9:12am by Rotowire.com
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Leads committee Week 1
Drake played 27 snaps on offense during Sunday's 59-10 loss to the Ravens while Kalen Ballage played only 20 snaps.
Analysis: Drake also led Miami's backfield in touches and yards despite officially being listed as the backup to Ballage. It's possible that game script played a role in the backfield split - Miami was down 42-10 at halftime - leading to the superior receiver, Drake, seeing increased usage. Ballage's lack of efficiency (minus-1 yards on five rushes and one catch for 13 yards) also may have prompted Drake to take over. In any case, Drake appears the favorite to lead the Dolphins' backfield in touches…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 9 at 5:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Leads backfield in rushing touches
Drake rushed four times for 12 yards and brought in two of three targets for an additional 15 yards in the Dolphins' 59-10 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.
Analysis: Drake was officially the backup to Kalen Ballage entering the contest, but he ended up leading all Miami rushers in carries. However, as his final number of rushing touches indicates, that's hardly a ringing endorsement of what Drake's role might normally be in the offense. Ultimately, it's difficult to make any cogent fantasy assumptions from a game that gets away from a team as much as Sunday's did from the Dolphins. That essentially leaves both Drake and Kalen Ballage owners back at square…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Won't start Week 1
Drake will come off the bench in Sunday's game against the Ravens with the Dolphins announcing Ballage as their starting running back for the season opener, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: At least for Week 1, coach Brian Flores will deviate from the Dolphins' initial depth chart, which lists Drake as the top back. While Drake missed a good portion of the preseason with a foot injury, Ballage saw the bulk of the backfield snaps but averaged a meager 2.2 yards per carry during the exhibition slate. Drake was able to turn in a healthy week of practices leading up to the season opener, so it's still expected that he'll handle a sizable workload Sunday, despite not being listed as…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for big role Week 1
Coach Brian Flores expects Drake to get "a lot of touches" Sunday against the Ravens, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Drake returned to practice last week after battling a foot injury throughout much of August. With fellow running back Kalen Ballage averaging just 2.2 yards on 18 preseason carries, it shouldn't come as any surprise to see Drake listed as the starter on Miami's first depth chart of the regular season. Both running backs will likely get touches in Week 1, especially after Flores confirmed Wednesday that Drake has regained his health. The blocking is a bigger problem than the ballcarriers,…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 4 at 8:28am by Rotowire.com
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Looks good in return to practice
Drake (foot) "appeared explosive and sharp in his cuts as he ran through drills" during his return to practice Monday, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: The running back had missed two weeks worth of action with a foot injury that led to him donning a walking boot, but his return to practice Monday gets him right back into the team's starting Week 1 running back equation. At this stage, we'd expect Drake to head a timeshare with Kalen Ballage, an arrangement in which Drake likely would see more touches than his counterpart, but one in which Ballage would presumably be the team's goal-line back.
Published: Mon, Aug 26 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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Back on practice field
Drake (foot) has returned to practice, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: It remains to be seen how the Dolphins will classify Drake's participation level, but his return to the field, in any capacity, bodes well for his chances of being available for Week 1 action. Assuming he's healthy, Drake is in line to team up with Kalen Ballage to head Miami's rushing attack this season.
Published: Mon, Aug 26 at 8:18am by Rotowire.com
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Gets some jogging in
Drake (foot) shed his walking boot Thursday and was spotted jogging, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Drake has been dealing with a foot issue that is not considered structural, so this nugget is a good sign for his chances of mounting an effort to be ready for Week 1. Until Drake is able to practice, however, Kalen Ballage will handle the Dolphins' first-team reps, with Mark Walton next up in the team's running back pecking order.
Published: Thu, Aug 22 at 3:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Avoids structural damage to foot
Drake was spotted in a walking boot Wednesday, but the foot injury he suffered during Tuesday's practice "is not considered structural," Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: Per Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com, Drake acknowledges that he'll miss some time, while adding that his injury is "nothing crazy." With that in mind, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald relays that coach Brian Flores has indicated that the Dolphins are hopeful Drake will be ready for Week 1 action. Until then, Kalen Ballage -- who had a strong practice Wednesday -- will handle Miami's first-team reps, with Mark Walton next up in the team's backfield pecking order.
Published: Wed, Aug 14 at 10:25am by Rotowire.com
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On track for regular season
Coach Brian Flores said Drake (foot) will be sidelined for a while but is expected to be ready for the Dolphins' Week 1 game versus the Ravens, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Drake suffered an injury that caused him to limp off the field during Tuesday's practice, and he was spotted in a walking boot Wednesday. The fourth-year running back appears to be managing a foot injury of moderate severity, though it's encouraging that he isn't expected to miss any regular-season action. As long as Drake remains sidelined, Kalen Ballage will operate as Miami's clear No. 1 runner.
Published: Wed, Aug 14 at 9:43am by Rotowire.com
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Wearing walking boot
Drake (lower body) was spotted in a walking boot and isn't practicing Wednesday, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: The boot doesn't necessarily mean the injury is serious, but it suggests Drake is unlikely to play in Friday's preseason game against Tampa Bay. He limped off the practice field Tuesday morning, with coach Brian Flores saying afterward that he hoped to see Drake back in action Wednesday. That obviously hasn't come to fruition, leaving Kalen Ballage unopposed as the first-team running back in practice.
Published: Wed, Aug 14 at 7:14am by Rotowire.com
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Could practice Wednesday
Coach Brian Flores hopes to see Drake (lower body) back at practice Wednesday, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: Drake sustained what appeared to be a lower-body injury at Tuesday's practice, but it seems as though the issue is not a major concern. That notion would be reinforced by a quick return to practice on his part, come Wednesday.
Published: Tue, Aug 13 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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Leaves practice early
Drake left Tuesday's practice with a trainer at his side, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports Drake was limping off the field before he left for the locker room. The 25-year-old otherwise has been healthy throughout training camp, and he took four carries for 12 yards in a preseason win over the Falcons last Thursday. Backfield mate Kallen Ballage had a 6-23-1 rushing line in the contest, but he was held without a catch on two targets.
Published: Tue, Aug 13 at 7:49am by Rotowire.com
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Sees action on opening drive
Drake registered 12 rushing yards on four carries during Thursday's 34-27 win against the Falcons.
Analysis: Drake ripped off a nine-yard rush on the game's very first play from scrimmage, but managed just three yards on his subsequent three carries before being pulled. It wasn't exactly an inspiring 2019 debut for the 25-year-old back, but given the context of the game and the fact that he only received four offensive touches, there's no change in his value as result of this performance. Drake is evidently a home-run hitter as a rusher (11 rushes of 20-plus yards on 253 carries the past two seasons),…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 8:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Shared backfield on tap?
Drake is likely to split carries with Kalen Ballage (undisclosed) during the 2019 season, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Drake has gotten less run with the first team than Ballage through the first week of Miami's training camp. The situation is reminiscent of the 2018 offseason, when Drake appeared prepped for a starting job only to ultimately serve a complementary role behind veteran Frank Gore, who logged 156 carries in 14 games last year. For his part, Drake handled 120 carries in 16 games, while also hauling in 53 catches on 73 targets. All signs out of camp point to the Dolphins shying away from utilizing…read more
Published: Thu, Aug 1 at 3:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Not worried about Ballage
Drake said he isn't worried about the workload split with Kallen Ballage through the first two days of training camp, Adam Beasley of The Palm Beach Post reports. "I know who I am and what I can control. It's all about controlling the controllables," Drake said Friday. "There's only one ball. I try to go out there and put my team in the best position to win games. That's all I can do."
Analysis: Ballage working ahead of Drake is the big story from the opening week of camp, though both players are getting regular work with the starting offense. The distinction between the first and second units appears less important for Miami than other teams, as the Dolphins have competition for a bunch of starting jobs, including Ryan Fitzpatrick vs. Josh Rosen at quarterback. Entering the final season of his rookie contract, Drake acknowledged that his 2019 role can have an impact on future…read more
Published: Fri, Jul 26 at 12:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Mixes in after Ballage
Drake mixed in with the starters Thursday after Kalen Ballage took the first snap of training camp, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Most expected Drake to line up with the starters before ceding some work to Ballage. The reverse doesn't warrant any drastic conclusions after a single practice, but the situation does merit close watching over the next few weeks. The depth chart behind Drake and Ballage doesn't offer much promise, with seventh-round rookie Myles Gaskin battling Kenneth Farrow, Mark Walton and undrafted rookie Patrick Laird.
Published: Thu, Jul 25 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Ramping up for Year 4
Drake is diligently maintaining an offseason routine that involves "putting everything in place to maximize his ability," Alain Poupart of the Dolphins' official site reports.
Analysis: Due to his explosive three-down skill-set and previous success as a starter, Drake is the favorite to begin Week 1 as the Dolphins' lead runner with Kalen Ballage in a complementary role. The 25-year-old is appropriately preparing for his fourth NFL season with an offseason routine that could help mitigate the injury risk that comes packaged with increased touches. Miami neglected to invest significantly in the running back position this offseason, adding only rookie seventh-round pick Myles…read more
Published: Thu, Jun 20 at 5:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Has support of position coach
Running backs coach Eric Studesville said Drake never complained about his lack of carries (7.5 per game) during the 2018 season, Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: One of the few holdovers from the old coaching staff, Studesville said he doesn't want Drake to change his all-or-nothing running style -- something former head coach Adam Gase implied was a primary reason 35-year-old Frank Gore (foot) handled 11.1 carries per game. Gase does have a point that Drake was often stopped for a loss -- 15 percent of carries in 2018 -- but the 25-year-old made up for it with a plethora of big plays, ultimately averaging 4.5 yards per carry and 9.0 per catch with a…read more
Published: Tue, Feb 19 at 6:56am by Rotowire.com
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Posts 16 touches in loss
Drake rushed 11 times for 43 yards and caught all five of his targets for 52 yards during Sunday's 42-17 loss to the Bills.
Analysis: Drake split carries with rookie Kalen Ballage during the season finale, once again serving as a change-of-pace back in Miami's struggling offense. The third-year pro ends the 2018 season with 120 rushing attempts for 535 yards and four touchdowns, in addition to 53 receptions for 477 yards and five scores. Drake managed to lead the Dolphins' offense with nine total touchdowns, despite never exceeding 15 carries in a single game. Hesitation to utilize Drake in a workhorse role severely limited…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Another quiet game
Drake rushed six times for 23 yards and caught four of five targets for 31 yards during Sunday's 17-7 loss to the Jaguars.
Analysis: Drake has not seen a notable increase in touches despite the placement of Frank Gore (foot) on injured reserve. The third-year pro split carries with rookie Kalen Ballage, but neither runner was particularly effective during the Week 16 loss -- one in which Miami only managed 183 yards of total offense. Drake has not logged more than ten carries in a single game since Week 8, and his usage heading into a Week 17 tilt against the Bills will be difficult to predict.
Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Practicing without restriction
Drake (shoulder) was a full participant at Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Limited to non-contact work at practice the past month, Drake no longer has any restrictions as the Dolphins prepare for a Week 16 home game against Jacksonville, per Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post. The third-year pro could take on a bit more work with Frank Gore (foot) on injured reserve, but it was rookie Kalen Ballage who served as the lead ballcarrier after Gore went down in Sunday's 41-17 loss to the Vikings.
Published: Wed, Dec 19 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Not limited by shoulder
Coach Adam Gase confirmed that Drake's lingering shoulder injury had nothing to do with his lack of carries after Frank Gore (foot) was removed from Sunday's 41-17 loss to the Vikings, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: More work for Drake seems like the obvious response to a Gore injury, but the Dolphins instead let rookie Kalen Ballage take 12 carries, which he parlayed into 123 yards (10.3 average) on the strength of a 75-yard touchdown scamper. Drake's snap share landed right in its usual range at 53 percent, yielding one carry for six yards and three catches for 28 yards. While Gore is expected to miss the rest of the season, Drake won't necessarily take on any more work Week 16 against Jacksonville, as…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 17 at 12:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet on heels of game-winner
Drake (shoulder) rushed once for six yards and caught all three of his targets for 28 more in Sunday's 41-17 loss to Minnesota.
Analysis: The hero in last week's win over the Patriots was strangely quiet in this one, as the Dolphins opted to feature rookie running back Kalen Ballage after Frank Gore injured his ankle. Expect Miami to continue with the thunder-and-lightning backfield approach should Gore sit out against the Jaguars in Week 16, with Ballage absorbing most of the early-down work and Drake operating as a receiver and in open space.
Published: Sun, Dec 16 at 2:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go Week 15
Drake (shoulder) does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Vikings after practicing fully Friday.
Analysis: Drake will be a go Sunday, as expected, which puts him in line to share Miami's Week 15 carries with Frank Gore. Drake has failed to log more than eight carries in each of Miami's last five contests, but he has made his mark scoring four TDs (a trio via passing plays) over the last three weeks. He'll take aim Sunday at a Minnesota run defense that had trouble stopping Seattle's ground game Week 14.
Published: Fri, Dec 14 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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Remains limited at practice
Drake (shoulder) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Drake's back-to-back limited practices shouldn't provide cause for concern regarding his status for Sunday's game in Minnesota. The Dolphins have simply been exercising caution in restricting the running back's exposure to unnecessary contact leading up to gamedays the last couple of weeks, which has thus far helped Drake avoid any setbacks with his shoulder. Expect him to split work out of the backfield with Frank Gore this weekend, as per usual.
Published: Thu, Dec 13 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice
Drake (shoulder) was a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Drake's practice reps were restricted last week due to the shoulder issue, but he didn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Patriots. The running back logged 24 of the Dolphins' 48 offensive snaps and carried six times for 24 yards, but his fantasy line was salvaged by a wild hook-and-ladder touchdown -- credited as a 55-yard catch -- as time expired to give Miami an upset win. His limitations Wednesday were more than likely maintenance-related, so the expectation is…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 12 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Scores miraculous game-winning TD
Drake rushed six times for 24 yards and caught his lone target for a 55-yard touchdown in Sunday's 34-33 win over the Patriots.
Analysis: Drake was looking at a massively disappointing afternoon entering the game's final play, but he managed to score an unbelievable touchdown to give the Dolphins the win. Ryan Tannehill completed a short pass to Kenny Stills, and two laterals later, Drake was able to navigate through numerous Patriots defenders for the touchdown. Frank Gore carried 12 times for 92 yards and Brandon Bolden had 60 yards and two touchdowns on two carries, as Drake received few opportunities in the run game. The…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for Sunday
Drake (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Ben Volin of The Boston Globe reports.
Analysis: Drake remains limited to non-contact work in practice but should be fine to handle his usual workload this weekend in a backfield timeshare with Frank Gore. The third-year pro hasn't made much of a dent on the ground since October, but he hit paydirt on receptions the past two weeks, giving him eight total scores for the season.
Published: Fri, Dec 7 at 11:08am by Rotowire.com
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Manages limited practice
Drake (shoulder) was a limited participant during Thursday's practice, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Drake repeated his level of participation from a day earlier and could be restricted again in the Dolphins' final session of the week Friday, as the team has been reluctant to expose him to contact during their recent practices. It ultimately shouldn't impact his availability for Sunday's game against the Patriots, as Drake failed to practice in full capacity at any point last Wednesday through Friday before avoiding an injury designation heading into the Dolphins' eventual 21-17 win over the…read more
Published: Thu, Dec 6 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited practice session Wednesday
Drake (shoulder) was limited at practice Wednesday.
Analysis: Drake sported a non-contact jersey during Wednesday's practice, per Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post. That was also the case last week, but the running back ended up playing in the Dolphins' victory over the Bills on Sunday. During the contest, Drake played 30 of the team's offensive snaps, parlaying the workload into seven carries for 31 yards and two receptions for 13 yards and a touchdown on four targets. With no reported setbacks in that contest, it's assumed Drake's limitations Wednesday…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 5 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Productive despite modest touches
Drake rushed seven times for 31 yards and brought in two of four targets for 13 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 21-17 win over the Bills on Sunday.
Analysis: Despite seeing single-digit carries for the fourth straight game, Drake managed to salvage his line to an extent with a receiving touchdown for the second consecutive contest. The 24-year-old actually struggled to find running room despite a solid 4.4 yards per carry average Sunday, as the majority of his production came on his game-long 20-yard run. Head coach Adam Gase doesn't seem inclined to put an end to his backfield timeshare, which significantly caps Drake's fantasy upside. He'll hope…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for Week 13
Drake (shoulder) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Bills after practicing on a limited basis throughout the week, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Miami withheld Drake from contact work in practice while he continues to nurse the shoulder issue, but it appears his restrictions were for precautionary purposes rather than as a result of any setback he might have suffered in the Week 12 loss to the Colts. The injury thus shouldn't affect Drake's usage this weekend, but the presence of Frank Gore will continue to put a ceiling on the former's potential output in any given game. Even after turning in one of his better outings of the season…read more
Published: Fri, Nov 30 at 11:21am by Rotowire.com
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Limited to non-contact work
Drake (shoulder) was a limited practice participant Wednesday, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald confirms Drake was limited to non-contact work, just as coach Adam Gase suggested he would be at the beginning of the week. Drake followed the same plan ahead of last week's 27-24 loss to the Colts, ultimately piling up 96 yards and two scores on 13 touches. He aggravated his shoulder injury midway through the fourth quarter, but returned to take a carry on the Dolphins' final drive. With Miami still holding out hope for a wild-card spot, Drake seems likely…read more
Published: Wed, Nov 28 at 1:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Practice work will be restricted
Drake is expected to be limited to non-contact work in practice this week after aggravating a left shoulder injury in Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Colts, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Drake played 24 of the Dolphins' 53 offensive snaps in Week 12, reaching the end zone twice and totaling 96 yards from scrimmage on 13 touches (eight carries, five receptions). The running back exited the contest briefly after a hard fall on the shoulder, but he was able to return to action before the game concluded. The Dolphins' plan to withhold Drake from contact in practices for the second straight week looks to be a safeguard more than anything, as the early expectation is that the…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 26 at 9:14am by Rotowire.com
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Returns after brief exit
Drake (shoulder) returned to Sunday's game against the Colts after missing only a few snaps, NFL.com's Michael Fabiano reports.
Analysis: Drake re-entered the game to pick up four yards on a third-and-10 that ended up being Miami's final offensive snap of the game. He certainly can't be blamed for the heartbreaking 27-24 defeat, considering he took eight carries for 32 yards and a touchdown while catching five of six targets for 64 yards and another score. Drake may have been the heart and soul of the Miami offense, but backfield mate Frank Gore once again led the team in carries, picking up 67 yards on 14 totes. While both…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 25 at 4:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Removed with shoulder injury
Drake was removed from Sunday's game against Indianapolis in the fourth quarter with an apparent left shoulder injury, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Dolphins almost certainly will have time for at least one more drive, perhaps giving Drake a chance to return. He played a huge role in helping the team build a lead, taking seven carries for 28 yards and a touchdown and adding five catches for 64 yards and another score on six targets. Frank Gore figures to get most of the backfield snaps if Drake doesn't make it back into the game. The Dolphins consider Drake questionable to return, per Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald.
Published: Sun, Nov 25 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play despite limited practice
Drake (shoulder) remained limited at Friday's practice, but he doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Indianapolis, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Drake was limited to non-contact work throughout the week in an effort to avoid any aggravation of the shoulder injury he suffered during a Nov. 11 loss to the Packers. Coming out of a bye week, he should be fine to handle his usual role splitting work with Frank Gore, though there is some risk for an in-game setback if Drake takes a big hit in the wrong place. Indianapolis has had some issues against pass-catching backs, yielding 7.2 receptions per game (second most) to the position.
Published: Fri, Nov 23 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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Remains in non-contact jersey
Drake (shoulder) was still sporting a red non-contact jersey at Friday's practice, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: Drake has been a limited practice participant all week with the non-contact jersey, and he seems to be working similarly again Friday. The fact the 24-year-old has been at practice throughout the week is a decent sign, but his availability remains up in the air given the practice limitations. The release of the Dolphins' official injury report later Friday should provide further clarity on his status.
Published: Fri, Nov 23 at 8:08am by Rotowire.com
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Listed as limited participant
The Dolphins listed Drake (shoulder) as a limited participant on Thursday's estimated practice report, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Since the Dolphins didn't hold a formal practice due to the holiday, the team maintained the "limited" label Drake received after going through non-contact work Wednesday. It's unclear if the Dolphins were just exercising precaution with Drake coming out of the bye week or if there's legitimate concern about his health, but the running back would assuage any worry about his prospects for Sunday's game against the Colts by returning to full participation at Friday's practice.
Published: Thu, Nov 22 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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Logs limited practice
Drake (shoulder) was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Per Salguero, Drake sported a non-contact jersey during Wednesday's session, so the running back's status will need to be monitored as Sunday's game against the Colts approaches. If Drake is out or limited this weekend, added backfield work would be in store for Frank Gore, as well as Kalen Ballage to a lesser extent.
Published: Wed, Nov 21 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Sports no-contact jersey Tuesday
Drake (shoulder) was spotted wearing a red non-contact jersey at Tuesday's practice session, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports Drake is still battling a shoulder issue, which likely dates back to the Nov. 11 contest against the Packers. His limited participation Tuesday could be a preservative measure to ensure he's ready to take the field Sunday against the Colts. His participation in practice as the week progresses will likely shed some more light on his status for the contest. In the event he's unable to play, veteran Frank Gore would likely shoulder most of the…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 20 at 10:31am by Rotowire.com
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Held to 38 yards on 10 touches
Drake took eight carries for 27 yards and caught both of his targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 31-12 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Drake played 34 of 68 snaps (50 percent) on offense, marking the ninth straight week in which his snap share landed between 45 and 66 percent. There's little reason to expect a change in roles after a Week 11 bye, considering Frank Gore rumbled for 90 yards on 13 carries during Sunday's ugly loss. Drake did miss some time in the second quarter with a shoulder injury, but his ability to rejoin the contest suggests he should be in decent shape for Week 12 at Indianapolis after the bye.
Published: Mon, Nov 12 at 8:06am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to Sunday's contest
Drake, who was forced out of Sunday's game against the Packers with a shoulder injury, was subsequently able to return to the contest, Chris Perkins of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Drake will thus re-enter Miami's backfield committee in Week 10, which has been so far led by Frank Gore, with Kalen Ballage in reserve.
Published: Sun, Nov 11 at 3:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers shoulder injury
Drake was forced out of Sunday's game against the Packers with a shoulder injury, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald
Analysis: Prior to his exit from the contest, Drake ran four times for 15 yards and caught one pass for three yards. In his absence, added backfield touches are available for Frank Gore and Kalen Ballage.
Published: Sun, Nov 11 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Takes back seat in win over Jets
Drake carried three times for nine yards and caught four of six targets for an additional 26 yards during Sunday's 13-6 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Drake was an afterthought in the running game, watching as Frank Gore received 20 carries on the day. He was the more involved of the two backs in the passing game, but he averaged just 4.3 yards per target in what was an underwhelming performance. Drake had enjoyed a fair amount of success over the last four games, making this poor effort even more frustrating for his fantasy owners. He'll look to get back on track in Week 10 against the Packers.
Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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