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vs. CHI: #9 vs opposing RB - 17.10 FPA
Bye Week10Rank26% Owned61.3% Change-9.2WK 1 Pts7.10WK 2 Pts15.20
2019 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@OAK
Loss, 16-24
---56-15-----7.10
2CHI
Loss, 14-16
---54-548-----15.20
3@GB
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4JAX
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5@LAC
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
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6TEN
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7KC
Thu 5:20 pmGet Tickets
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8@IND
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9CLE
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10Bye  ------------0.00
11@MIN
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12@BUF
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13LAC
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14@HOU
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15@KC
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16DET
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17OAK
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2019 Fantasy Stats
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WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@OAK,
L 16-24
56-5--7.10
2CHI,
L 14-16
54-48--15.20
3@GB,
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4JAX,
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5@LAC,
Sun 1:05 pmGet Tickets
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6TEN,
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7KC,
Thu 5:20 pmGet Tickets
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8@IND,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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9CLE,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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10Bye-----0.00
11@MIN,
Sun 10:00 amGet Tickets
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12@BUF,
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13LAC,
Sun 1:25 pmGet Tickets
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14@HOU,
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15@KC,
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16DET,
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17OAK,
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News

  • Tops 100 scrimmage yards

    Freeman carried the ball 11 times for 54 yards and caught five of seven targets for 48 yards in Sunday's 16-14 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: The second-year back outgained Phillip Lindsay both on the ground and through the air despite seeing one fewer touch than his backfield mate. Denver appears content to stick with a timeshare between Freeman and Lindsay for now, but if Freeman continues to be the more effective back, he could claim the starting job outright -- especially with the 0-2 Broncos looking for some kind of spark on offense.

    Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 6:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nearly matches Lindsay in carries

    Freeman accounted for 56 rushing yards on 10 carries, while also registering a five-yard catch during Monday's 24-16 loss to Oakland.

    Analysis: In what appeared to be a bizarro version of the 2018 Broncos backfield, it was Freeman -- and not the electrifying Phillip Lindsay -- who turned out to be Denver's most efficient rusher on a per-carry basis. Largely boosted by a 26-yard scamper that he peeled off midway through the third quarter, Freeman cruised to a 5.6 yards-per-carry clip while Lindsay was contained to fewer than 4.0 yards per rush. It's arguable that Oakland will turn into a proficient run defense with additions of Clelin…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 10 at 12:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • No yards on the ground

    Freeman rushed five times for zero yards, but did catch a six-yard pass in Monday night's 24-15 preseason loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Freeman actually had a long rush of five yards, but his other four carries ultimately cancelled out that gain. In comparison, running mate Phillip Lindsay totaled 14 yards on his five totes. Both players featured into the second quarter and could see similar playing time Saturday against the Rams, when their split of touches could help shine light on their projected Week 1 workloads.

    Published: Mon, Aug 19 at 8:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Rips off big run

    Freeman rushed three times for 49 yards and brought in his only target for one yard in the Broncos' 22-14 preseason loss to the Seahawks on Thursday.

    Analysis: Freeman's game-long 50-yard run was naturally the highlight of his night, as he actually netted minus-1 yard on his other two carries. The second-year back was surprisingly upstaged by Phillip Lindsay last season, but there has been talk of more of a time-share in the coming campaign. Freeman certainly flashed with his one big scamper Thursday, and he'll look to be more consistent on a per-carry basis in coming exhibitions.

    Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 11:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could split carries with Lindsay

    After taking a backseat to Phillip Lindsay as a rookie last season, Freeman could see an increased role -- particularly in short-yardage and goal-line situations -- this season, Benjamin Allbright of KOA News Radio reports.

    Analysis: Freeman topped 50 yards three times and scored thrice in his first four games last season, but was later slowed by an ankle injury and the emergence of fellow rookie Phillip Lindsay. He scored just twice during the rest of the season and didn't top 50 yards again until Lindsay sat in Week 17. Lindsay isn't like other diminutive backs in that he has shown toughness and ball security when running between the tackles. Still, his best work has been on stretch plays and, after ending his season with…read more

    Published: Sat, Jul 20 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Working with first unit

    Freeman and Devontae Booker handled first-team reps while Phillip Lindsay (wrist) focused on rehab work during the offseason program, ESPN.com's Jeff Legwold reports.

    Analysis: Denver brings back the same trio of running backs and same group of wide receivers from last season, hoping veteran quarterback Joe Flacco, rookie tight end Noah Fant and new offensive coordinator Rich Scangarello can provide a lift. Lindsay figures to handle the lead backfield role after averaging 5.4 yards on 192 carries last year, but his 190-pound frame may inspire the Broncos to limit his workload. The 229-pound Freeman should get plenty of snaps on early downs, along with some work in…read more

    Published: Fri, Jun 21 at 7:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid in supporting role in 2018

    Freeman rushed 130 times for 521 yards and five touchdowns and added 72 yards on 14 receptions over 14 games this season.

    Analysis: Freeman entered 2018 as the Broncos' presumptive starting running back but quickly lost those duties to fellow rookie Phillip Lindsay. While Lindsay proved to be the more effective runner of the two, Freeman still showed flashes of promise during an otherwise ugly season for Denver. He punctuated his campaign on a good note in Week 17 against the Chargers while Lindsay was out following wrist surgery, amassing 103 total yards on 25 touches. Though he'll likely slot in as the No. 2 option on the…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 2 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tops 100 total yards in loss

    Freeman rushed 17 times for 60 yards and caught eight of 10 targets for 43 more yards in Sunday's 23-9 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: Freeman took full advantage of Phillip Lindsay's absence due to a wrist injury and saw season highs in carries, targets and total yards. The 22-year-old finishes his rookie season with 130 rushes for 521 yards and five touchdowns to go with 14 catches for 72 yards. He'll likely serve in a backup role to Lindsay again in 2019.

    Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 5:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Designated as lead back

    Offensive coordinator Bill Musgrave confirmed that Freeman will serve as the Broncos' lead back Sunday against the Chargers, Zac Stevens of BSNDenver.com reports.

    Analysis: This was the expected outcome after it was revealed Wednesday that standout rookie Phillip Lindsay (wrist) wouldn't play in Week 17 with surgery on deck. Lindsay's absence leaves Freeman and Devontae Booker as the only backs on the active roster, with Freeman outpacing Booker in carries by a 113-29 margin. Musgrave still noted that Booker will "get a bunch of runs" in addition to presumably serving as the Broncos' primary pass-catching option out of the backfield, but unless Denver falls behind…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 27 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely top back in Week 17

    Freeman is expected to work as the Broncos' lead rusher out of the backfield Sunday against the Chargers with Phillip Lindsay (wrist) set to miss the contest, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: After undergoing an MRI on Tuesday, Lindsay was diagnosed with significant ligament damage in his right wrist, which he injured in the Week 16 loss to the Raiders. Lindsay will receive a second opinion on the injury before it's determined whether surgery is necessary, but the Broncos won't keep the undrafted rookie active even if he receives positive news. As a result, Freeman will likely have his best opportunity since Week 1 -- when he logged a season-high 15 carries -- to make a major splash…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 25 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Seven carries in loss

    Freeman rushed seven times for 21 yards and couldn't corral his lone target in Monday night's 27-14 loss to Oakland.

    Analysis: Freeman became the Broncos' lead back once Phillip Lindsay was ruled out in the second half with a wrist injury, but the 22-year-old didn't do much with the opportunity. Game script didn't help, though, as the Broncos trailed by multiple scores for much of the contest. If Lindsay is unable to go at home Week 17 against the Chargers, Freeman likely would share backfield duties with Devontae Booker.

    Published: Mon, Dec 24 at 9:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Manages eight scrimmage yards

    Freeman posted four carries for seven yards and hauled in his only target for one yard during Saturday's 17-16 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: During the second half of the season, Freeman has served as the primary change-of-pace option to starter Phillip Lindsay, earning between 12 and 36 percent of the offensive snaps over the last five games. After posting 30-plus yards from scrimmage in three of the first four of those contests, Freeman actually posted a career-low eight scrimmage yards while playing 25 percent of the snaps on offense Week 15. Barring an injury to Lindsay or fellow reserve Devontae Booker, Freeman seems to be…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 18 at 4:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team in rushing

    Freeman carried the ball six times for 36 yards during Sunday's 20-14 loss in San Francisco.

    Analysis: The Broncos' offense didn't start to click until they were too late against the 49ers. Stacked boxes can be partially to blame as San Francisco sold out against the run, holding the Broncos to just 3.8 yards per carry. The Broncos now lack anything resembling experience at receiver or tight end, with first-year players like Courtland Sutton and Tim Patrick leading the charge. Expect teams to take a similar run-focused approach down the stretch versus Denver, starting Saturday against at…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 11 at 10:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fumbles in win

    Freeman rushed for 48 yards on 12 carries and lost a fumble during Sunday's 24-10 win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: Freeman was stood up late in the third quarter and stripped just before his forward motion was stopped. The Broncos went right back to him, seven of his carries coming in the fourth quarter as Denver tried to drain the clock. The result was Freeman's most touches since Week 7 and most yardage since Week 4. Freeman has certainly been passed over by fellow rookie Phillip Lindsay in the pecking order, but the Oregon product maintains value given Denver's recent reliance on the run and his…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 4:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bottled up by Steelers' front seven

    Freeman managed 17 yards on six carries during Sunday's 24-17 win against the Steelers.

    Analysis: Freeman evidently still has a role in the Broncos backfield, but he's clearly fallen out of favor compared to Phillip Lindsay as the team's No. 1 option at the position. Since Week 4, Freeman has logged 7.7 carries per game compared to Lindsay's 12.9, with a 4.1 YPC averaged compared to a clip of 5.7 for Lindsay over than same span. Week 13's opponent leaves room for both players to feast, however, as Denver goes up against a Cincinnati defense that's allowed the fourth-most rushing yards to…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 25 at 9:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores rushing touchdown

    Freeman carried seven times for 23 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 23-22 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Freeman received his first offensive touches since Week 7, and although he averaged just 3.3 yards per carry, he was able to score on a 3-yard burst into the end zone in the third quarter. He received seven fewer touches than Phillip Lindsay, who generated 106 scrimmage yards and a pair of touchdowns. While Freeman will be in the mix for carries and red-zone touches, Lindsay still owns the larger role in this backfield and should continue as such next Sunday against the Steelers.

    Published: Sun, Nov 18 at 5:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts in full practice

    Freeman (ankle) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Freeman missed the Broncos' final two games before their Week 10 bye, but his health looks to be in a better place coming out of the idle period. After Freeman logged a limited practice Wednesday to open the week, coach Vance Joseph predicted that the rookie would be able to suit up Sunday against the Chargers. That optimism was seemingly supported by Freeman's full session Thursday, which puts him on track to rejoin the Denver backfield in Week 11. Phillip Lindsay has headed the backfield…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 15 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs limited practice

    Freeman (ankle) was listed as a limited practice participant Wednesday, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Following practice, coach Vance Joseph provided an update on Freeman, who has missed Denver's last two games. "[Freeman] looked OK; it wasn't perfect, but he wants to be out there," Joseph said. "If I'm a betting man, I'm betting on Royce that he plays [Sunday against the Chargers].'' While Joseph's comments offer optimism regarding Freeman's Week 11 prospects, it's possible that the rookie ends up officially being listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's 4:05 p.m. EST kickoff. If he does…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 14 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing Wednesday

    Freeman (ankle) is participating in Wednesday's practice, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: As expected, Freeman is back on the field after the Broncos' Week 10 bye. He'll hope to return from a high-ankle sprain for Sunday's road game against the Chargers. Freeman should be a significant part of the offense if he's able to play, though Phillip Lindsay has proven to be the more useful commodity for both real-life and fantasy purposes. The undrafted rookie has produced 5.4 yards per carry and has caught 20 passes in nine games, while Freeman has averaged 4.4 YPC and has hauled in just…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 14 at 11:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still on track to practice

    Coach Vance Joseph reiterated Monday that he expects Freeman (ankle) to return to practice this week, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.

    Analysis: Freeman did get in one limited practice Friday of Week 9, but he never seemed to have much chance of playing in an eventual loss to the Texans. Coming out of a Week 10 bye, it wouldn't be a surprise to see him listed as a full participant at Wednesday's practice, though a limited session is also possible. Freeman will be a full month removed from suffering a high-ankle sprain when the Broncos travel to Los Angeles to face the Chargers on Sunday. His return would be bad news for anyone invested…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 12 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be ready after bye

    Coach Vance Joseph is optimistic Freeman (ankle) will return after the Broncos' Week 10 bye, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.

    Analysis: Freeman missed two straight games leading up to the bye week, but managed a limited practice Friday. His return for Week 11 against the Chargers likely would push Phillip Lindsay into a timeshare and Devontae Booker back to a minimal role out of the Denver backfield.

    Published: Wed, Nov 7 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive Sunday

    Freeman (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Texans.

    Analysis: With Freeman out Sunday, Phillip Lindsay will head Denver's Week 9 backfield, while Devontae Booker is on hand to work in a change-of-pace role. With the Broncos on bye in Week 10, Freeman will now turn his focus to returning to action Nov. 18 against the Chargers.

    Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to play Sunday

    Freeman (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Texans, isn't expected in the contest. His absence puts Phillip Lindsay in line to head the Broncos' backfield in Week 9, Zac Stevens of BSNDenver.com reports.

    Analysis: With the Broncos on bye in Week 10, it looks like the team is inclined to play it safe with Freeman, who will now turn his focus to returning Nov. 18 against the Chargers. Final confirmation of Freeman's status for Sunday's game will arrive when Denver releases its inactive list 90 minutes ahead of the 4:05 p.m. EST kickoff.

    Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 5:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to play Sunday

    Freeman (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Texans, isn't expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: With Freeman likely in line to miss his second straight game, Phillip Lindsay should serve as the Broncos' main running back in Week 9, while Devontae Booker works in a complementary role. The Broncos are on bye in Week 10, which gives Freeman three weeks to recover from a high-ankle sprain.

    Published: Sat, Nov 3 at 10:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Impending bye could impact Week 9 status

    Coach Vance Joseph said that the Broncos' Week 10 bye would "absolutely" factor into Freeman's (ankle) availability for Sunday's game against the Texans, Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic reports. The Broncos are listing Freeman as questionable for the contest.

    Analysis: A multi-game hiatus always seemed to be a likely outcome for Freeman after he was diagnosed with a high-ankle sprain following the Broncos' Week 7 win over the Cardinals, but the rookie improved his chances of limiting his absence to one game after he returned to the practice field this week. While he was in uniform Thursday, Freeman ultimately went down as a non-participant in practice on the Broncos' official injury report, but it appears he was able to demonstrate enough progress in Friday's…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 2 at 12:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable for Sunday's contest

    Freeman (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Texans, Zac Stevens of BSNDenver.com reports.

    Analysis: Per Stevens, coach Vance Joseph noted Freeman is "getting better really fast," but the running back's questionable designation is reflective of the fact that he's not a lock to play in Week 9. If Freeman remains sidelined or has his snaps limited Sunday, Devontae Booker would retain a more sizable role behind lead back Phillip Lindsay.

    Published: Fri, Nov 2 at 11:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as non-participant at Thursday's practice

    Freeman (ankle) was listed as a non-participant in Thursday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Freeman was spotted on the practice field Thursday with his helmet, but he didn't participate in any team drills and was subsequently officially listed as not practicing. His status for Sunday's game against the Texans is thus murky, especially with the Broncos' Week 10 bye looming. If Freeman remains sidelined this weekend, Phillip Lindsay would head Denver's Week 9 backfield, with Devontae Booker on hand to work in a change-of-pace role.

    Published: Thu, Nov 1 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Spotted at practice Thursday

    Freeman (ankle) was spotted at practice Thursday, Kyle Fredrickson of The Denver Post reports.

    Analysis: We'll have to see how the Broncos list his participation level, but Freeman's presence on the field Thursday suggests that he could return to action as soon as Sunday's game against the Texans. Once he's fully up to speed, Freeman would presumably resume a backfield time-share with Phillip Lindsay, with Devontae Booker on hand to work in a change-of-pace role.

    Published: Thu, Nov 1 at 11:07am by Rotowire.com
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