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Fantasy Player Profile Malcolm Brown

  • Malcolm Brown
  • RB #41
  • Malcolm
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@SEA: #28 vs opposing RB - 26.99 FPA
Bye Week7Rank95% Rostered0.1% Change-WK 17 Pts8.30WK 18 Pts0.00
2022 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1BUF
Loss, 10-31
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2ATL
Win, 31-27
------------0.00
3@ARI
Win, 20-12
------------0.00
4@SF
Loss, 9-24
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5DAL
Loss, 10-22
------------0.00
6CAR
Win, 24-10
---15-113-----3.80
7Bye  ------------0.00
8SF
Loss, 14-31
---10--------1.00
9@TB
Loss, 13-16
---9-110-----2.90
10ARI
Loss, 17-27
------------0.00
11@NO
Loss, 20-27
------------0.00
12@KC
Loss, 10-26
------------0.00
13SEA
Loss, 23-27
------------0.00
14LV
Win, 17-16
---5-212-----3.70
15@GB
Loss, 12-24
------------0.00
16DEN
Win, 51-14
---19-12-----3.10
17@LAC
Loss, 10-31
---231-------8.30
18@SEA
Loss, 16-19
------------0.00
2022 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1BUF,
L 10-31
-----0.00
2ATL,
W 31-27
-----0.00
3@ARI,
W 20-12
-----0.00
4@SF,
L 9-24
-----0.00
5DAL,
L 10-22
-----0.00
6CAR,
W 24-10
15-13--3.80
7Bye-----0.00
8SF,
L 14-31
10----1.00
9@TB,
L 13-16
9-10--2.90
10ARI,
L 17-27
-----0.00
11@NO,
L 20-27
-----0.00
12@KC,
L 10-26
-----0.00
13SEA,
L 23-27
-----0.00
14LV,
W 17-16
5-12--3.70
15@GB,
L 12-24
-----0.00
16DEN,
W 51-14
19-2--3.10
17@LAC,
L 10-31
231---8.30
18@SEA,
L 16-19
-----0.00
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News

  • Minimal production in backup role

    Brown rushed 18 times for 81 yards and a touchdown and added five catches for 37 yards during the 2022 season.

    Analysis: The eight-year veteran spent most of the season bouncing on and off the practice squad, and his 81 rushing yards marked his lowest season-long tally since the 2016 campaign. Brown will be an unrestricted free agent heading into 2023, and with Cam Akers, Kyren Williams and Ronnie Rivers all likely returning to the Rams next season, Brown may be looking for a new home to provide veteran depth.

    Published: Fri, Jan 13 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores first touchdown of season

    Brown rushed once for 23 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 31-10 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Brown's lone touch of the game was an up the gut rush on third down, and the veteran back went untouched as he scampered his way to the end zone for the Rams' only touchdown of the game. Despite the score, Brown's usage remained limited at just eight offensive snaps, and with Cam Akers continuing his late season resurgence with another eye-popping stat line (19-123-0), there's little reason to think Brown will get an extended look in the season finale against the Seahawks.

    Published: Mon, Jan 2 at 10:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Breaks off long run in win

    Brown rushed twice for 19 yards and caught his only target for two yards during Sunday's 51-14 victory against the Broncos.

    Analysis: Brown saw the field for just six snaps on offense, but he made the most of his scant usage by breaking off a 17-yard run early in the fourth quarter, helping to set up Cam Akers for his third and final touchdown of the game. Brown is still third on the depth chart behind Akers and rookie Kyren Williams, and the veteran is unlikely to jump either player as the Rams try to see what they have in their younger backs in the final two games of a lost season.

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 8:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signed to active roster

    Brown was signed to the active roster Saturday.

    Analysis: Brown has appeared in six different games with the Rams this season and so far has carried the ball 15 times for 39 yards and has caught all four of his targets for 35 yards. Brown will be the third option in the run game, as Cam Akers and Kyren Williams should be expected to handle the majority of the carries.

    Published: Sat, Dec 17 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice squad

    Brown reverted to the Rams' practice squad Friday, per the NFL's transaction log.

    Analysis: Brown was elevated from the practice squad for Thursday's 17-16 win over the Raiders. He was on the field for eight offensive snaps and managed three total touches for 17 yards. If Brown is elevated again, he'll work behind both Cam Akers and Kyren Williams.

    Published: Fri, Dec 9 at 6:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited usage in win

    Brown rushed once for five yards and secured both of his targets for 12 yards during Thursday's 17-16 win against the Raiders.

    Analysis: Brown actually logged a season-high 18 snaps on offense, one shy of Kyren Williams, but other than a nine-yard snag on the Rams' game-winning drive, the veteran running back was an afterthought in the offensive game plan. Despite a plus matchup with Green Bay up next in Week 15, Brown's prospects still look dim barring an injury to Cam Akers or Williams.

    Published: Fri, Dec 9 at 10:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Activated for TNF

    The Rams elevated Brown from the practice squad ahead of Thursday's game versus the Raiders.

    Analysis: Brown will be bumped up to the active roster for the second game in a row after playing all eight of his snaps on special teams Week 13 against Seattle. The 29-year-old previously logged 14 rushes for 34 yards while filling in on the team's depleted running back corps over three games in late October to early November. However, with Cam Akers, Kyren Williams and Ronnie Rivers now all available, it's likely Brown will once again exclusively slot in on special teams if he does see the field Week…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 8 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heads back to practice squad

    Brown reverted to the Rams' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transactions log.

    Analysis: Brown never saw the field on offense in Sunday's loss to the Seahawks. However, he did contribute eight snaps on special teams. It was his sixth appearance of the season, and considering the Rams have three healthy running backs on the active roster, it's unclear whether he may be elevated again for Week 14 against the Raiders.

    Published: Mon, Dec 5 at 6:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets elevation for Week 13

    The Rams elevated Brown from their practice squad to the active roster Saturday ahead of Sunday's game versus the Seahawks.

    Analysis: With the addition of Brown, the Rams will carry four running backs into their Week 13 matchup versus Seattle. He has 57 yards on 16 touches through five games in 2022, and he'll probably be part of an ugly committee for fantasy purposes Sunday.

    Published: Sat, Dec 3 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Re-signed to practice squad

    The Rams signed Brown (hamstring) to their practice squad Monday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Brown was waived by the Rams ahead of Sunday's 27-17 loss to the Cardinals, as he popped up with a hamstring injury during practice Wednesday. However, the 29-year-old was likely to see decreased playing time moving forward anyhow after rookie running back Kyren Williams was activated from IR on Saturday. Brown was previously elevated from Los Angeles' practice squad for the team's Week 3 loss to San Francisco, and he'll be eligible for two more such activations moving forward this season.

    Published: Mon, Nov 14 at 3:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leaving L.A.

    The Rams waived Brown (hamstring) Saturday.

    Analysis: With rookie fifth-rounder Kyren Williams finally active and back in the fold, the Rams saw fit to send Brown to waivers ahead of Week 10. Unless he's claimed by another team during the current waiver period, Brown is set to become an unrestricted free agent.

    Published: Sat, Nov 12 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Week 10

    Brown (hamstring) is listed as out for Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Brown's absence this weekend eliminates some of the clutter from the Rams backfield, which already includes Darrell Henderson, Cam Akers and rookie Kyren Williams (ankle), who is expected to return from injured reserve to make his first appearance since Week 1 on Sunday. Though Brown has been a core special-teams contributor for the Rams when available this season, his already scarce opportunities out of the backfield could become even more limited moving forward now that Williams is in line to…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 11 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not practicing

    Brown (hamstring) didn't practice Thursday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: With no practice yet under his belt this week due to a hamstring issue, Brown isn't in a great spot as the Rams prepare for Sunday's divisional matchup with the Cardinals. His status may clear up on Friday's injury report, but if Brown is limited or out this weekend, Darrell Henderson and Cam Akers will be L.A.'s running back duo for Week 10. Meanwhile, Kyren Williams (ankle) could be activated from injured reserve, and Ronnie Rivers is a candidate to be elevated from the practice squad.

    Published: Thu, Nov 10 at 4:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice

    Brown missed Wednesday's practice with a hamstring injury, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: Brown played between 22 and 28 percent of the offensive snaps in each of the Rams' past three games, totaling 14 carries for 34 yards and two catches for 23 yards. His limited role may not last, given that he's now dealing with a hamstring injury along with the fact that rookie running back Kyren Williams (ankle) may be ready to come off injured reserve for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

    Published: Wed, Nov 9 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Diminished role Sunday

    Brown rushed twice for nine yards and caught his lone target for 10 yards in Sunday's 16-13 loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Brown's usage with the Rams has trended downward in recent weeks, and he saw the field for only 16 snaps on offense while sharing backup duties with the returning Cam Akers. Despite fellow running back Ronnie Rivers not seeing a snap on offense, Brown's prospects are likely dimming with Kyren Williams (ankle) also close to a return, adding yet another mouth to feed at what has been an ineffective Rams running back stable through the first half of the season.

    Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 8:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Five carries in loss

    Brown carried the ball five times for 10 yards in Sunday's 31-14 loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Brown saw his role diminish a little in Week 8, as he played only 11 offensive snaps in the contest. Ronnie Rivers absorbed some of the extra backfield touches, rushing the ball a team-high eight times while playing 21 snaps in the loss. It's possible that Brown has been supplanted by Rivers as the top option behind Darrell Henderson at running back while Kyren Williams (ankle) could completely knock Brown out of the rotation when he returns.

    Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 7:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Eight touches Sunday

    Brown carried the ball seven times for 15 yards and caught his only target for 13 yards in Sunday's 24-10 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Cam Akers (personal) may have played his last game for the Rams, so Brown reclaimed his role as the team's No. 2 running back behind Darrell Henderson and saw his first touches of the season. The veteran back doesn't have much upside however, and his modest workload could be threatened after the Rams' Week 7 bye if rookie Kyren Williams (ankle) is ready to come off injured reserve.

    Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 6:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signed to active roster

    The Rams signed Brown off their practice squad to the active roster Saturday.

    Analysis: Brown was elevated to the Rams' active roster for the team's loss to the 49ers and made his 2022 season debut, totaling seven snaps (two offensive). As long as Kyren Williams (ankle) remains on IR, Brown is expected to serve as depth behind Cam Akers, Darrell Henderson and Jake Funk, but barring an injury to one of those backs, Brown doesn't figure to get many opportunities on offense.

    Published: Sat, Oct 8 at 3:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to practice squad

    Brown reverted to the Rams' practice squad Tuesday, per the NFL's transaction log.

    Analysis: Brown made his first appearance of the 2022 season, but he totaled just seven snaps (two offensive) and didn't record any counting stats. He'll be a potential elevation candidate as long as Kyren Williams (ankle) remains on IR, but barring an injury to Cam Akers or Darrell Henderson, Brown isn't expected to garner a major offensive role for the Rams this season.

    Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 7:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Bumped up from practice squad

    Brown was elevated to the Rams' active roster ahead of Monday's game with the 49ers.

    Analysis: Brown joined the team's practice squad Sept. 22 and this will be his first game action since re-joining the Rams. With Cam Akers, Darrell Henderson and Jake Funk all healthy, it's unclear what role to expect Brown to play Monday against the 49ers.

    Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets practice squad deal

    Brown signed with the Rams' practice squad Thursday.

    Analysis: Brown returns to the Rams franchise after spending last season with the Dolphins and training camp with the Saints. The veteran running back will work to earn a chance with the active rpster. In a related move, Trey Ragas (undisclosed) was cut from the team's practice squad.

    Published: Thu, Sep 22 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cut loose by Saints

    The Saints released Brown on Wednesday, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: It's probably not a great sign for his NFL future that he was released before the start of the preseason, though Brown at least seems to have recovered from the season-ending quadriceps injury he suffered with the Dolphins last fall. He turned 29 years old in May and has never offered much besides size and special teams value.

    Published: Wed, Aug 10 at 1:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Past quad injury

    Brown has rotated in along with fellow running backs Alvin Kamara and Mark Ingram during training camp, John Hendrix of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Brown thus appears past the quadriceps injury that slowed him last season while with the Dolphins. Now that he's with the Saints, the 29-year-old will look to carve out a depth role in the team's backfield, which is led by Kamara and also rosters Ingram, Tony Jones, Abram Smith, Dwayne Washington and Devine Ozigbo. In that context, Brown doesn't have a path to steady touches, but if Kamara ends up missing any time (due to an injury or possible NFL discipline stemming from an offseason incident…read more

    Published: Sun, Jul 31 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Signs with New Orleans

    Brown (quadriceps) signed with the Saints on Tuesday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: Brown landed on Miami's IR with a quadriceps injury in October of 2021 and consequently missed the rest of the campaign. He saw five rush attempts per game through Week 6 with the Dolphins after managing more than 100 totes with the Rams in 2020. It's possible he could see meaningful carries if top back Alvin Kamara misses time down the road as expected due to a suspension. Also currently in New Orleans' backfield mix are Mark Ingram, Tony Jones, Dwayne Washington, Devine Ozigbo and Abram Smith.

    Published: Tue, Jul 26 at 11:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't come off IR

    Dolphins head coach Brian Flores said Wednesday that Brown (quadriceps) won't be activated from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's season finale against the Patriots, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

    Analysis: Brown was designated to return from IR in mid-December, but his 2021 season will come to an end without him making another appearance. Through seven games prior to suffering his quad injury, Brown handled 33 carries for 125 yards and a score. He also secured three of five targets for 10 yards.

    Published: Wed, Jan 5 at 7:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not ready to return

    The Dolphins didn't activate Brown (quad) off IR ahead off Sunday's game against the Jets, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

    Analysis: Meanwhile, per Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald, Phillip Lindsay will remain on the reserve/COVID-19 list , which sets the stage for Miami's Week 15 backfield to include Myles Gaskin, Salvon Ahmed and Duke Johnson.

    Published: Sat, Dec 18 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Designated for return to practice

    The Dolphins have designated Brown (quadriceps) to return from IR, Doug Kyed of Pro Football Focus reports.

    Analysis: Brown appears to have a real chance at retaking the field Week 15 versus the Jets, and his return to practice is a notable step in the right direction. The veteran running back hasn't played since Week 7 due to a lingering quad injury. All of Myles Gaskin, Salvon Ahmed and Phillip Lindsay currently reside on the COVID-19 list after having returned positive tests, and though all three could have a chance to face New York due to being vaccinated, it's also possible that Brown could end up…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 16 at 6:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could make Week 15 return

    The Dolphins anticipate Brown (quadriceps) will resume practicing this week, and he could be activated from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's game against the Jets, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

    Analysis: Before suffering the quad injury Week 7 and landing on IR, Brown had been a secondary member of a Miami backfield committee headlined by Myles Gaskin. In seven appearances, Brown averaged 5.1 touches and 19.3 yards from scrimmage per game, but he could be headed for his largest workload of the season if he's activated from IR for Week 15. At the moment, Duke Johnson is the only healthy back on the 53-man roster, as the three players ahead of him on the depth chart (Gaskin, Phillip Lindsay and…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 13 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains sidelined Wednesday

    Brown (quadriceps) won't participate in Wednesday's walk-through practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Brown remains on injured reserve and hasn't yet recovered from the quad injury that he sustained Week 7. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to return, but the Dolphins may revisit where he stands in the rehab process when the team returns from its Week 14 bye.

    Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 8:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still not ready to practice

    Coach Brian Flores said Friday that Brown (quadriceps) will not be ready to resume practicing Week 13, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

    Analysis: The Dolphins will go on bye after Sunday's game against the Giants, so Brown's next opportunity to play will come Week 15. With Phillip Lindsay (ankle) having joined Miami's running back room, the team doesn't have any real incentive to rush Brown back on the field until he's fully healthy.

    Published: Fri, Dec 3 at 8:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Unlikely to return Week 12

    Dolphins head coach Brian Flores said that Brown (quadriceps) won't be designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Brown hasn't played since Week 7 due to a hamstring injury, and the Dolphins' unwilling to clear him to practice at the start of Week 12 prep signals that he'll remain out Sunday against Carolina. Flores said that all of Brown, Will Fuller (finger) and DeVante Parker (shoulder) are all at the very least getting closer to a return, but for now, the running back will likely have to set his sights on making his next appearance Dec. 5 against the Giants.

    Published: Wed, Nov 24 at 8:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return in Week 11

    Brown (quadriceps) won't be activated from injured reserve ahead of Sunday's game against the Jets, Hal Habib of The Palm Beach Post reports.

    Analysis: Brown was placed on IR in late October and has been sidelined for three games, but he'll be forced to miss at least one more contest while he recovers from a quad injury. Myles Gaskin and Salvon Ahmed will continue to serve as the Dolphins' top rushing options Week 11.

    Published: Mon, Nov 15 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes on IR

    Brown (quadriceps) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.

    Analysis: As expected, Brown will head to IR and miss the Dolphins' next three games after sustaining a quad injury in Sunday's 30-28 loss to the Falcons. With Brown out of the mix, Miami is left with Myles Gaskin and Salvon Ahmed as its lone healthy running backs. Expect the Dolphins to elevate at least one of Patrick Laird, Duke Johnson or Gerrid Doaks from the practice squad ahead of the team's Week 8 game in Buffalo to provide a third option behind Gaskin and Ahmed.

    Published: Tue, Oct 26 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to land on IR

    Brown (quadriceps) is expected to be placed on injured reserve, Travis Wingfield of the Dolphins' official site reports.

    Analysis: Brown sustained a quadriceps injury in the first quarter of Sunday's loss to the Falcons, and he'll likely be forced to miss at least three games. The 28-year-old had recorded just eight carries across the last three weeks, but Salvon Ahmed could see a slightly increased role behind Myles Gaskin while Brown is sidelined.

    Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 11:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return Sunday

    Brown (quadriceps) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Falcons.

    Analysis: Brown was limited by a rib injury earlier in the week and went down with the quad issue early in Sunday's contest. He received the start and had three carries for 10 yards and one reception for minus-one yard before going down with the injury. Myles Gaskin and Salvon Ahmed will continue to handle the backfield work for Miami.

    Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 11:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurts quad Sunday

    Brown injured his quadriceps during the first quarter of Sunday's game against the Falcons, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After Brown was limited by a rib injury during Week 7 prep, he was cleared for action and even started Sunday, earning the first RB touches for the Dolphins. Prior to his departure, he had three carries for 10 yards and caught his only target for minus-1 yard. In Brown's absence, Miami is down to Myles Gaskin and Salvon Ahmed out of the backfield.

    Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 10:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for action in Week 7

    Brown (ribs) doesn't carry an injury designation into Sunday's game against the Falcons, David Furones of the Sun Sentinel reports.

    Analysis: Brown's clearance despite a trio of limited practices is a silver lining in a lengthy Dolphins injury report that lists wide receivers DeVante Parker (shoulder/hamstring) and Preston Williams (groin) among seven questionable players. Myles Gaskin and Salvon Ahmed remain ahead of Brown on the Dolphins' running back depth chart, but their pecking order seems to be fluid on a week-to-week basis, so Brown could carve out a sizable role if he gets hot; he has notched at least five touches in five of…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Reps capped Wednesday

    Brown was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a rib injury, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.

    Analysis: So long as Brown can maintain limited activity throughout the week or upgrade to full participation by Friday, he should be in good shape to play Sunday against the Falcons. Since logging a season-high 65 percent of the Dolphins' offensive snaps Week 4 against the Colts, Brown has seen his playing time drop to 10 and 37 percent over the past two weeks.

    Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 1:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees five carries

    Brown recorded five carries for 24 yards in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Jaguars. He added one reception for seven yards.

    Analysis: The Dolphins backfield devolved into a nearly even three-way split between Brown, Salvon Ahmed and Myles Gaskin. Brown led the way in yardage, thanks in large part to a 16-yard gain early in the second quarter. It's difficult to trust any member of the rushing attack in Miami at this point, and Brown has yet to surpass 35 rushing yards in any game this season.

    Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not involved Week 5

    Brown did not log a single carry during Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Brown was invisible on offense while Myles Gaskin handled five carries and 10 targets (scoring two touchdowns in the process), and Salvon Ahmed took over the No. 2 role in the backfield. The Dolphins haven't distributed the running back workload in a predictable way on a weekly basis, and this isn't an offense that produces especially valuable backfield touches anyway, so it may be best to leave Brown off the fantasy radar except in deep leagues.

    Published: Tue, Oct 12 at 2:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Little doing versus Colts

    Brown carried the ball eight times for 23 yards and secured his only target for four yards during Sunday's 27-17 loss to the Colts.

    Analysis: Brown's eight carries were actually a season-high mark, and Myles Gaskin rushed just twice in the contest, but none of Miami's backfield options were able to find success on the ground. The Dolphins may be forced to abandon the run again in Week 5 if Tom Brady and the Buccaneers get out to an early lead.

    Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone Sunday

    Brown carried the ball seven times for 31 yards and a touchdown and failed to catch either of his two targets in Sunday's 31-28 overtime loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: Brown did most of his damage on a 24-yard TD carry in the first quarter, helping the Dolphins jump out to an early 14-0 lead that the defense couldn't protect. He still saw far fewer touches than Myles Gaskin despite his early success, but with backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett under center for at least two more weeks while Tua Tagovailoa (ribs) is on IR, the Dolphins could put more emphasis on the running game Week 4 at home against the Colts.

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 7:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another five-carry day

    Brown handled five carries for 21 yards during Sunday's 35-0 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Brown split backfield work fairly evenly with Myles Gaskin (five carries) and Salvon Ahmed (six carries) during Sunday's blowout loss, though the game script was admittedly unusual. It remains to be seen whether Tua Tagovailoa (ribs) or Jacoby Brissett will start Week 3 against the Raiders, but no matter the case, Brown's rotational role will make it difficult to start him in almost any fantasy format.

    Published: Mon, Sep 20 at 4:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs five carries

    Brown carried the ball five times for 16 yards in Sunday's Week 1 win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: The Dolphins predictably used a rotation in the backfield, with none of the team's running backs reaching double-digit carries. Brown served as the primary backup to Myles Gaskin, as he out-snapped Salvon Ahmed 16-11. However, he didn't do much with his opportunity, as his longest rush went for only five yards. Even so, Brown appears to have the trust of the coaching staff and could maintain a meaningful workload moving forward.

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 8:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid effort in preseason win

    Brown rushed 10 times for 43 yards and a touchdown in the Dolphins' 37-17 preseason win over the Falcons on Saturday night.

    Analysis: The offseason acquisition turned in an impressive effort after fellow RB Myles Gaskin notched a pair of first-half touchdowns and 71 total yards. Brown's rushing score came from a yard out and capped off Miami's opening possession of the second half. Brown didn't look anywhere near as effective while playing against members of the Bears' first-unit defense in the preseason opener, however; therefore, it remains to be seen if he's done anything that would be enough to dislodge Gaskin from what…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 21 at 7:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts over Gaskin

    Brown got the start in Saturday's preseason loss to Chicago, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.

    Analysis: The Dolphins played nearly all of their healthy starters, including RBs Myles Gaskin. The question now is whether Gaskin is even a starter, considering Brown got most of the snaps and carries with the first-team offense Saturday afternoon. Granted, the former Ram wasn't exactly effective, taking nine carries for eight yards and one catch for seven yards. Brown got all his work while starting QB Tua Tagovailoa was still in the game, with Gaskin subbing in for the first unit and then splitting…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Key role could be coming

    Dolphins head coach Brian Flores recently said he feels confident in Brown handling "a variety of roles: short yardage, third down, goal line" during the upcoming season, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.

    Analysis: The Dolphins didn't add another running back until the seventh round of the 2021 NFL Draft, when the team grabbed Gerrid Doaks. That speaks to the team's confidence in its current three-man committee, which includes Brown along with Myles Gaskin and Salvon Ahmed. Gaskin still appears primed for the lead role, but it seems possible that Brown, whom Flores praised as "reliable" and "dependable," could beat out Ahmed for No. 2 duties. During his time with the Rams, Brown found his most success in…read more

    Published: Wed, May 5 at 12:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Going to South Beach

    Brown agreed to a contract Tuesday with the Dolphins, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Brown was serviceable when called upon during six seasons with the Rams, averaging 4.0 yards per carry overall and scoring 10 touchdowns the past two campaigns. Miami may continue to upgrade its backfield as the offseason goes on, but for the time being Brown slots in as the primary backup to current No. 1 option Myles Gaskin.

    Published: Tue, Mar 16 at 3:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be done with Rams

    Brown isn't expected to sign an extension with the Rams, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Brown spent six years with the Rams after signing as an undrafted free agent in 2015. 2020 was his most productive season with 419 rushing yards, 162 receiving yards and five touchdowns. He was utilized primarily in obvious passing and third-down situations late in the season and during the playoffs, as rookie running back Cam Akers ascended to the top of the depth chart and proved capable of handling the majority of the workload. Brown's fantasy value will obviously depend on where he signs,…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 19 at 9:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Bulk of work in fourth quarter

    Brown rushed nine times for 30 yards and caught his only target for nine yards during Saturday's 30-20 win over Seattle. He played 20 of 73 offensive snaps.

    Analysis: The Rams leaned on rookie Cam Akers early and often Saturday, so there wasn't much work left over for Brown. It's worth noting that while Brown didn't receive a carry until the third quarter, he out-touched Akers, 8-3, in the fourth quarter. Head coach Sean McVay trusts Brown, and the sixth-year running back has been involved consistently in the offense all season. Still, Brown hasn't been receiving enough opportunities -- just 29 carries and 11 targets over the past eight games -- to make a…read more

    Published: Mon, Jan 11 at 6:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Runs behind rookie in win

    Brown rushed three times for 20 yards and caught his only target for negative two yards during Sunday's 18-7 win over Arizona.

    Analysis: The veteran running back was limited all week in practice with a shoulder injury, so it was encouraging to see him suit up for the regular-season finale. However, it was rookie Cam Akers who started and saw most of the work out of the backfield. Akers played 48 offensive snaps to Brown's 23, and it wouldn't be surprising if a similar timeshare continues against Seattle in the wild-card round. Brown's unlikely to make a major fantasy splash as long as Akers is healthy.

    Published: Mon, Jan 4 at 6:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Closes week with full practice

    Brown (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Cardinals after practicing fully Friday, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After being passed up by Darrell Henderson and then Cam Akers on the depth chart this season, Brown suddenly looks like he could be in store for a three-down role with a playoff spot on the line for the Rams in Week 17. Henderson was placed on injured reserve Tuesday after sustaining a high-ankle sprain, while Akers missed Week 16 with the same injury and hadn't practiced in any capacity this week before logging a limited workout Friday. The Rams are listing Akers as questionable for the…read more

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 3:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs limited practice

    Brown (shoulder) practiced in a limited fashion Thursday, Kevin Modesti of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

    Analysis: The Rams capped Brown's reps at Wednesday's walk-through and did the same during a regular session one day later. Due to high-ankle sprains hindering both Cam Akers and Darrell Henderson -- the latter of whom won't play Week 17 -- the team may be managing Brown to get him to game day intact. In any case, Akers has yet to be ruled out for Sunday's contest against the Cardinals, so Brown may still have some competition for reps if the former surprisingly gains clearance to suit up. In the five…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 5:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by shoulder issue

    Brown was listed as limited on Wednesday's estimated practice report due to a shoulder injury, Kevin Modesti of the Los Angeles Daily News reports.

    Analysis: Not only are fellow running backs Cam Akers and Darrell Henderson both tending to high-ankle sprains, but Brown is banged up as well. The Rams have placed Henderson on injured reserve, ruling him out for Week 17 and potentially the first two rounds of the postseason, if the Rams lock up a berth. Meanwhile, Akers was listed as a non-participant Wednesday, seemingly leaving Brown in position to lead the backfield Sunday against the Cardinals if he can shake off his own shoulder concern.…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 4:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely Week 17 starter

    Brown is expected to serve as the Rams' starting running back Sunday against Arizona with Darrell Henderson (ankle) on injured reserve and Cam Akers (ankle) likely to play only a limited role if active, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Henderson is officially out after landing on IR on Tuesday, while Akers looks iffy at best for Week 17 while he manages a high-ankle sprain. With a playoff spot on the line for Los Angeles and starting quarterback Jared Goff (thumb) having already been ruled out for the regular-season finale, the backfield situation will warrant close monitoring as the week continues. Rookies Xavier Jones and Raymond Calais will stand to work behind Brown if Akers can't go.

    Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 2:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Produces 35 scrimmage yards

    Brown carried seven times for 27 yards and caught one of three targets for eight yards during Sunday's 20-9 loss to the Seahawks.

    Analysis: While Darrell Henderson (ankle) received 12 carries in the absence of Cam Akers (ankle), the former opened the door for Brown to play a larger role when he left with an injury of his own. Brown averaged just 3.9 yards per carry and managed a modest gain on his only reception while the offense as a whole struggled to move the ball against a beatable Seattle defense. The team's backfield situation is quite murky ahead of next Sunday's matchup with the Cardinals, but Brown is currently the…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 7:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • More work likely sans Akers

    Head coach Sean McVay said both Brown and Darrell Henderson will be "heavily involved" in the Rams' game plan Sunday in Seattle with top back Cam Akers (ankle) ruled out for the contest, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports. "I mean they'll both get work," McVay said of Brown and Henderson. "As far as the specifics, I'm not really sure. We're just getting into the initial parts of the game plan."

    Analysis: Before Akers emerged as the team's clear top back over the past three games, the lead option out of the Los Angeles backfield had been a difficult one to predict in any given week. Expect that to be the case this weekend, as McVay was unwilling to anoint either Brown or Henderson as the No. 1 option, nor was he willing to divulge how the reps may be divvied up between the two. Brown earned double-digit touches in five of the Rams' first eight games of the season, but he's taken a back seat in…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 22 at 8:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Just two touches in loss

    Brown rushed once for four yards and caught his only target for six yards during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: With just 10 rushes for 25 yards and five receptions for 59 yards over the past five weeks, Brown's usage has taken him almost completely off the fantasy radar. The veteran should continue to see the field and receive a handful of opportunities in each of the next two regular-season games, but his recent numbers probably shouldn't inspire managers to turn to him in any fantasy format.

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Workload continues to dwindle

    Brown failed to catch his only target and didn't receive a carry during Thursday's 24-3 win over New England. He played just six offensive snaps.

    Analysis: Rookie Cam Akers started and gashed the Patriots early and often Thursday, and there weren't many opportunities left over for Brown or second-year back Darrell Henderson. Since scoring two touchdowns Week 10 against Seattle, the veteran Brown has only rushed nine times for 21 yards and caught four passes for 53 yards over the past four games. Those numbers don't tilt the fantasy scales, and with Akers appearing set to handle a hefty weekly workload, there probably won't be many opportunities…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 6:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Bumped down pecking order

    Brown rushed three times for negative three yards and caught his lone target for 30 yards during Sunday's 38-28 win over Arizona. He played just 13 offensive snaps.

    Analysis: After leading the Rams' backfield in offensive snaps last week, Brown trailed both rookie Cam Akers (52) and sophomore Darrell Henderson (18) Sunday. Additionally, it was Akers handling the backfield duties on the last two series, which was often a role the veteran Brown handled. Making matters worse, Henderson scored a 38-yard touchdown, and Akers had his best game of the season. Brown's likely to remain involved, but his fantasy value is clearly plummeting. He's difficult to start confidently…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 7:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads backfield in snaps

    Brown rushed three times for four yards and caught three passes for 15 yards during Sunday's 23-20 loss to San Francisco.

    Analysis: Despite playing more snaps than both Darrell Henderson and Cam Akers, Brown wasn't a notable factor in the offense. The veteran running back continued to see most of his playing time in passing situations and on third downs, and it was encouraging he remained involved in the offense after fumbling on the Rams' first possession. However, his fantasy results have been lackluster each of the past two weeks with just six rushes for 24 yards and three receptions for 23 yards. With the Rams committed…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 30 at 6:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays 27 snaps in win

    Brown rushed three times for 20 yards and caught an eight-yard pass on his only target during Monday's 27-24 win over Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: The veteran played 27 of 72 offensive snaps and was efficient with the ball in his hands. However, It's worth noting his game-long, 14-yard run was on third-and-16 from the Los Angeles six-yard line in the fourth quarter with Tampa Bay in prevent defense, so Brown's stat line is all the more underwhelming. Additionally, with the Rams committed to using all three of their running backs in the rushing attack, Brown's relied on finding the end zone to produce serviceable fantasy numbers this…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 6:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Bangs in two short TDs

    Brown carried the ball six times for 33 yards and two touchdowns and caught both his targets for 18 yards in Sunday's 23-16 win over the Seahawks.

    Analysis: The Rams deployed a true backfield committee in this one, with Cam Akers seeing 10 touches and Darrell Henderson eight, but Brown wound up posting more scrimmage yards than either of his teammates in addition to a pair of one-yard TD plunges. All three backs could struggle to post useful numbers if that workload split continues in Week 11 on the road against a very stingy Buccaneers run defense.

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 5:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes over after Henderson injury

    Brown rushed 10 times for 40 yards and secured both targets for 17 yards in the Rams' 28-17 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.

    Analysis: Darrell Henderson left the contest for good with a thigh injury in the second quarter, which left Brown as the lead back in terms of carries the rest of the way. However, game script capped Brown's overall opportunities, and rookie Cam Akers also was afforded nine carries. Brown now has double-digit carries in consecutive games for the first time since Weeks 1 and 2, and he could be in for similar or greater opportunity if Henderson's injury lingers in Week 10 against the Seahawks following the…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 3:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nice rebound performance

    Brown rushed 10 times for 57 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 24-10 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Brown provided the hammer in Los Angeles' running game, making some strong runs and being rewarded with a one-yard touchdown midway through the third quarter. That marked Brown's first score since Week 1, and Monday also featured his most rushing yards in a game since then. Although teammate Darrell Henderson still topped Brown with 15 carries for 64 yards and caught two balls compared to his one unsuccessful target, Brown can nonetheless be rather pleased by his performance, which came after a…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 8:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Just two rushes in loss

    Brown rushed twice for four yards and caught three of four targets for 18 yards during Sunday's 24-16 loss to San Francisco.

    Analysis: Brown primarily was utilized in obvious passing situations and on third downs, as his pass protection is clearly valued by head coach Sean McVay. The role probably will enable the veteran back to remain involved in the offense and offer a dash of fantasy value, especially in PPR settings. However, he's clearly behind second-year back Darrell Henderson on the depth chart, and rookie Cam Akers likely is more talented, so Brown's long-term outlook may be bleak. Additionally, it's important to…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 19 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes backseat in win

    Brown rushed eight times for 30 yards during Sunday's 30-10 win over Washington. His lone reception went for a loss of six yards.

    Analysis: After pacing the Rams backfield Week 4, Brown's production fell short of both Darrell Henderson and Cam Akers on Sunday. Henderson scored two touchdowns, and Akers rushed nine times for 61 yards -- including an impressive 42-yard run that highlighted the rookie's big-play ability. Add that both Henderson and Akers were priority selections for the Rams in the past two drafts, and Brown's outlook is all the more discouraging. However, he's likely to remain involved, which will probably make the…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 7:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes lead in backfield Sunday

    Brown carried the ball nine times for 27 yards and caught five of six targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 17-9 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: While the numbers weren't impressive. Brown out-touched and out-gained Darrell Henderson both on the ground and through the air in what turned out to be a defensive battle. The Rams' backfield remains volatile even before factoring in the potential return of Cam Akers (ribs), but there could be enough production to go around in Week 5 against a Washington defense that's given up multiple rushing TDs in three straight games.

    Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 5:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cedes most work to Henderson

    Brown rushed seven times for 19 yards and came up empty on two targets in Sunday's 35-32 loss to Buffalo.

    Analysis: Brown was outplayed by Darrell Henderson, who rushed 20 times for 114 yards and a touchdown. While neither back made much of an impact in the passing game, Henderson's the more polished receiver and thus took on a larger role with the Rams digging out of a 28-3 hole. Now that he seems to have fallen behind Henderson in the pecking order, volume could be an issue for Brown against the Giants in Week 4, especially if Cam Akers (ribs) is able to make his return.

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for split with Henderson

    Brown and Darrell Henderson figure to share backfield work with Cam Akers (ribs) ruled out for Sunday's game in Buffalo, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The rookie started the first two games of the season, but Brown ended up getting more work in the opener, and Akers then suffered a rib cartilage injury in the first quarter of the Week 2 contest. Brown also came out of the game with an injury, undergoing surgery Monday on a fractured left pinky finger. He'll be available for Sunday's contest and figures to have a role, but it is possible the finger issue impacts his workload, particularly in the passing game. Brown will be splitting snaps with…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 25 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Upgrades to full practice Thursday

    Brown (finger) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Brown was held out of Wednesday's practice session after undergoing surgery on a broken left pinky finger, but the 27-year-old's return to unrestricted participation Thursday suggests there are no real concerns about his Week 3 availability. With Cam Akers (ribs) having missed back-to-back practices, Brown and Darrell Henderson could end up splitting the backfield work versus Buffalo on Sunday.

    Published: Thu, Sep 24 at 5:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Wednesday

    Brown (finger) won't practice Wednesday, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Brown's snap count has been consistent through two games, but his touch count dropped from 21 in Week 1 to 11 this past Sunday at Philadelphia. Perhaps the broken left pinky finger he suffered in the latter game caused coach Sean McVay to call Brown's name less, but his status now is in some question for a Week 3 visit to Buffalo. Elsewhere in the backfield, rookie Cam Akers also is sitting out Wednesday due to separated rib cartilage, so Darrell Henderson is the healthiest of the Rams'…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 23 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Undergoes surgery for broken finger

    Brown underwent surgery on the broken left pinkie finger he sustained in Sunday's 37-19 win over the Eagles, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: After headlining the Los Angeles backfield in the Week 1 win over the Cowboys, Brown (11 carries for 47 yards) essentially split work with Darrell Henderson (12 carries for 81 yards) on Sunday, with the third option in the Rams' committee (Cam Akers) playing only three snaps before departing with separated rib cartilage. While Akers' availability for the Rams' Week 3 game in Buffalo remains up in the air, the injury Brown sustained didn't force him out early in Philadelphia and shouldn't result…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 22 at 6:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play Sunday at Buffalo

    Brown (finger) suffered a fractured pinky in Sunday's 37-19 victory over the Eagles, but he's expected to be available for Week 3's game against the Bills, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Coach Sean McVay indicated that Brown had his finger "fixed" Monday, so the issue does not seem to be too serious. Still, his status should be monitored throughout the week to ensure he doesn't suffer any setbacks.

    Published: Mon, Sep 21 at 5:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurts finger Sunday

    Brown injured his finger during Sunday's 37-19 win at Philadelphia, Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Cam Akers received the first three touches given to the Rams backfield Week 2, but a rib injury forced him to miss the rest of the contest. Thereafter, Brown compiled 47 yards on 11 rushes while Darrell Henderson totaled 121 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown on 14 touches. With such a breakdown, Brown wasn't asked to be the team's lead RB, but his own health concern may have swayed coach Sean McVay's decision-making. This position group will be one to monitor closely as the week proceeds.

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 3:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays second fiddle to Henderson

    Brown rushed 11 times for 47 yards in the Rams' 37-19 win over the Eagles on Sunday.

    Analysis: Just a week removed from his big, two-touchdown outburst on Sunday Night Football, Brown was forced into a near-even timeshare, even as Cam Akers left the game early with a ribs injury. Brown received just three fewer touches than Darrell Henderson, a week after outpacing him, 21-3. It was Henderson, however, who piled up 121 yards from scrimmage and a score. Brown still could find his way to a handful of touches per week, but he's may see his role gradually reduce in favor of Henderson, and,…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shines as starter

    Brown rushed 18 times for 79 yards and two touchdowns while adding three receptions (four targets) for 31 yards in Sunday's 20-17 win over Dallas.

    Analysis: Brown was named the starter to begin the year following Todd Gurley's departure this past offseason. The career backup took full advantage of the opportunity and turned in a strong fantasy performance, averaging 4.4 yards per carry and punching in a pair of touchdowns. The Cowboys don't offer a lot of bulk on their defensive line, and the team did lose star linebacker Leighton Vander Esch (collarbone) early in the contest, making this a soft matchup on the ground. That said, neither of the…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 11:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starting season as No. 1 RB

    Brown is listed as the No. 1 running back on the Rams' first unofficial depth chart of the 2020 season.

    Analysis: Brown's experience in the Rams offense must have won the day in L.A., but he could quickly lose his standing considering the pedigree of the backs behind him. Darrell Henderson, a 2019 third-round pick, is listed as the No. 2 RB, but his status for Week 1 is up in the air due to a strained hamstring. As for the No. 3 option, rookie second-rounder Cam Akers has received that honor. On Monday, coach Sean McVay told Kevin Modesti of the Los Angeles Daily News that he intends to utilize a…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 8 at 2:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to join three-man committee

    Rams head coach Sean McVay said Monday he expects to use a three-man backfield "rotation" consisting of Brown, Cam Akers and Darrell Henderson (hamstring) in Los Angeles' Sept. 13 season opener versus the Cowboys, Kevin Modesti of the Los Angeles Daily News reports. "That's a three-back rotation that you feel really good about," McVay said. "Exactly how those carries will be distributed is something we'll determine really as the week progresses and as the game unfolds."

    Analysis: Though he boasts the least impressive physical attributes of the three backs and wasn't a recent early round draft pick like Akers and Henderson, Brown boasts three years' worth of experience in McVay's scheme, which should aid the 27-year-old's case for early playing time as the Rams look to replace former lead ballcarrier Todd Gurley. Running backs coach Thomas Brown said in late August that he would eventually like to see one of three backs emerge as a "clear-cut guy who takes a majority of…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 8 at 11:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Backfield situation remains fluid

    Brown and Cam Akers have been taking first-team running back reps for the Rams of late, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: As the team's season opener looms, the Rams' backfield situation remains fluid and has the makings of a time-share out of the gate. Aside from Brown and Akers, Darrell Henderson also figures to join the mix once he rebounds from a hamstring issue. In his latest roster projection, Eric D. Williams of Sports Illustrated marks Brown as the team's starter, but as it pertains to Week 1 that could simply imply that Brown -- who has been with the franchise since 2015 -- might take the first snap out…read more

    Published: Sat, Sep 5 at 7:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Handles first carries in scrimmage

    Brown started with the first team offense during Saturday's scrimmage, Jordan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Not only did the veteran receive the first carries of the scrimmage, sophomore Darrell Henderson limped off the field with a hamstring strain and is questionable for Week 1. Brown has the trust of head coach Sean McVay and has been a reliable contributor for the Rams when given an opportunity the past three seasons. Plus, it's easy to overlook that the 27-year-old back was a five-star recruit out of high school and a 25-game starter for Texas. Fast forward, and Brown's got oodles of tread on…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 23 at 4:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Facing backfield competition

    Brown will compete for playing time in 2020 with sophomore Darrell Henderson (ankle) and this year's second-round pick, Cam Akers, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The addition of Akers is a blow to Brown's fantasy stock, as Akers could quickly prove to be a better rusher between the tackles, whereas Henderson could be leaned on as more of a home-run threat in space and the passing game. However, Akers' ascension to the top of the depth chart isn't a guarantee. Brown also has experience in head coach Sean McVay's offense, and it's going to be an unprecedented offseason. Still, Brown could be difficult to rely on in most fantasy settings again in 2020.

    Published: Sat, Apr 25 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets big opportunity sans Gurley

    Brown and Darrell Henderson (ankle) are in line for increased roles after the Rams cut Todd Gurley on Thursday, Rich Hammond of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The Rams figure to add another body or three to their backfield before Week 1, but the options may be limited for a team with a tough cap situation and no top-50 pick in the upcoming draft. Brown has experience and size working in his favor, while the small but speedy Henderson would be the upside play. Brown served as the No. 2 back for the majority of last season, with Henderson occasionally mixing in until an ankle injury required season-ending surgery in December. Henderson's status as a…read more

    Published: Fri, Mar 20 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Caps off campaign with score

    Brown rushed nine times for 26 yards and a touchdown and caught a six-yard pass during Sunday's 31-24 win over Arizona.

    Analysis: Brown finished off a frustrating season for the Rams with 255 rushing yards and five touchdowns -- both career-high marks. However, it was still a disappointing fantasy campaign after the backup scored twice Week 1. An ankle injury cost him two games in the middle of the season, and Brown only played sparingly after returning to the field Week 10. However, he once again proved to be a capable rusher when given an opportunity, especially inside the red zone. Brown begins the final season of a…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 10:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Barely plays in loss

    Brown rushed once for negative yardage and failed to catch his only target during Saturday's 34-31 loss to San Francisco.

    Analysis: It was an uneventful evening for the backup rusher, and Brown has only seen the field for 17 offensive snaps the past two weeks. However, with the Rams eliminated from the playoffs, there's potential for Brown to receive more playing time in a meaningless Week 17 contest against Arizona.

    Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • No tread in blowout loss

    Brown didn't receive a touch in Sunday's 44-21 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: The Rams' backfield fell victim to the Cowboys getting out to a quick lead, as Jared Goff heaved 51 passes. Todd Gurley was the team's only running back to garner a touch, as he rushed 11 times for 20 yards and a touchdown while catching three passes for 18 yards and another score. Gurley's looking as healthy as ever with 19 and 23 carries in the two games preceding this contest, so Brown's fantasy value is negligible for Week 16's matchup against the 49ers.

    Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 1:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in win

    Brown rushed five times for 21 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 28-12 win over Seattle.

    Analysis: This was the backup's fourth touchdown of the season, and he once again rushed effectively for the Rams when given the opportunity. Brown's fantasy upside remains limited, as he isn't receiving enough carries to move the needle. Additionally, No. 1 running back Tood Gurley is healthy and running better and better as the season progresses.

    Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 11:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Effective in win over Cards

    Brown rushed six times for 30 yards during Sunday's 34-7 win over Arizona. He played just 18 of 79 offensive snaps.

    Analysis: While it's been a downhill season for the backup after he started the campaign with two touchdowns Week 1, this was an improved showing for Brown. No. 1 running back Todd Gurley ran all over the Cardinals, and Brown also found success with 12- and nine-yard rushes. However, Brown's fantasy value is minimal with Gurley healthy and Darrell Henderson also mixing into the rushing attack.

    Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 12:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Week 12

    Brown (personal) won't carry an injury designation into Monday's game versus Baltimore, Cameron DaSilva of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Brown didn't practice Thursday and Friday while awaiting the birth of his child, but he returned as a full participant for Saturday's session. The 26-year-old should serve his usual role Monday as Todd Gurley's top backup.

    Published: Sat, Nov 23 at 5:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Still away from team

    Brown missed Friday's practice because he's still awaiting the birth of his child, 105.7 The Fan reports.

    Analysis: Brown missed a second consecutive day of practice but remains confident that he'll be able to play Monday night. Should Brown fail to come through on his promise, Darrell Henderson will see an increased workload against the red-hot Ravens.

    Published: Fri, Nov 22 at 5:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Awaiting birth of child

    Brown wasn't in attendance for Thursday's practice while he awaits the birth of his child, Gary Klein of the Los Angeles Times reports.

    Analysis: According to Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com, Brown has told the Rams he intends to rejoin the team at some point before Monday's game against the Ravens, though it's unclear how much practice time he'll be in store for this week. In the event the Rams decide to limit Brown's role in the Week 12 game plan, Darrell Henderson would step in as the top complement to lead back Todd Gurley.

    Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Vultures touchdown in win

    Brown carried the ball five times for 15 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 17-7 win over the Bears.

    Analysis: Coach Sean McVay finally let starter Todd Gurley eclipse the 20-touch mark in a pseudo must-win game, which led to Brown seeing just five touches in a hard-fought victory. The talented backup was able to vulture a touchdown away from Gurley, which serves more as a nuisance to the latter's fantasy owners rather than a true boost in fantasy value for Brown. The 26-year-old will stick in a change-of-pace role against the Ravens next Monday.

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 11:06pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in Week 10 loss

    Brown rushed five times for just 10 yards during Sunday's 17-12 loss to Pittsburgh.

    Analysis: Having last played in Week 6, it wasn't surprising to see Brown limited to just five touches Sunday. His lack of success on the ground wasn't an outlier, either. The Rams were held to just 88 rushing yards, and Todd Gurley accounted for 73 of them. Brown's fantasy value is limited as long as Gurley is healthy, and with rookie Darrell Henderson also in the mix and Los Angeles struggling to score points, it's currently a bleak outlook for the fifth-year back.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Back to full participation

    Brown (ankle) practiced in full Thursday, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After Wednesday's limited showing, Brown appears to be past the ankle injury that forced absences in the Rams' previous two games in Weeks 7 and 8. It remains to be seen if he immediately slots in as the direct backup to Todd Gurley over rookie Darrell Henderson, but such a role equated to just 5.4 touches for 24.8 yards from scrimmage per game and two touchdowns in the first five weeks of the campaign.

    Published: Thu, Nov 7 at 5:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices in limited capacity

    Brown (ankle) was limited in practice Wednesday, Lindsey Thiry of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Brown was unable to practice at all in advance of the Rams' last two games Weeks 7 and 8, but with the benefit of the team's bye, he's back in the saddle in some capacity. He'll attempt to get all the way back to full activity Thursday or Friday, at which point he likely will receive a designation for Sunday's game at Pittsburgh. If Brown isn't available again this weekend, Darrell Henderson will be the No. 2 back behind starter Todd Gurley.

    Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 4:49pm by Rotowire.com
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