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2019 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@OAK
Loss, 16-24
---56-15-----7.10
2CHI
Loss, 14-16
---54-548-----15.20
3@GB
Loss, 16-27
---63-410-----11.30
4JAX
Loss, 24-26
---16-434-----9.00
5@LAC
Win, 20-13
---61-26-----8.70
6TEN
Win, 16-0
---34-542-----12.60
7KC
Loss, 6-30
---351432-----16.70
8@IND
Loss, 13-15
---40115-----11.50
9CLE
Win, 24-19
---15-1-1-----2.40
10Bye  ------------0.00
11@MIN
Loss, 23-27
---31-114-----5.50
12@BUF
Loss, 3-20
---20-29-----4.90
13LAC
Win, 23-20
---11-413-----6.40
14@HOU
Win, 38-24
---24-281----11.20
15@KC
Loss, 3-23
---12-414-----6.60
16DET
Win, 27-17
---28129-----11.70
17OAK
Win, 16-15
----4-18-----1.40
2019 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@OAK,
L 16-24
56-5--7.10
2CHI,
L 14-16
54-48--15.20
3@GB,
L 16-27
63-10--11.30
4JAX,
L 24-26
16-34--9.00
5@LAC,
W 20-13
61-6--8.70
6TEN,
W 16-0
34-42--12.60
7KC,
L 6-30
35132--16.70
8@IND,
L 13-15
4015--11.50
9CLE,
W 24-19
15--1--2.40
10Bye-----0.00
11@MIN,
L 23-27
31-14--5.50
12@BUF,
L 3-20
20-9--4.90
13LAC,
W 23-20
11-13--6.40
14@HOU,
W 38-24
24-81-11.20
15@KC,
L 3-23
12-14--6.60
16DET,
W 27-17
2819--11.70
17OAK,
W 16-15
-4-8--1.40
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News

  • Supplanted by Gordon

    The acquisition of Melvin Gordon leaves Freeman on the outside looking in at Denver's 1-2 punch of Gordon and Phillip Lindsay, Sean Keeler of The Denver Post reports.

    Analysis: There were whispers that Denver was looking for an upgrade over Freeman in free agency, but the investment in Gordon is even more than expected. Freeman hasn't lived up to his billing as a big, savvy bell-cow back, averaging just 3.9 yards per carry in two seasons. His uber-efficient 2018 season aside, Gordon has averaged just 3.80 yards per carry during his career, but he's a more dynamic receiver and has at least shown the ability to be a big-time runner in spurts. Gordon's contract leaves…read more

    Published: Sun, Mar 22 at 9:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes second on team in catches

    Freeman finished the 2019 campaign with 496 yards and three touchdowns on 132 carries and 43 catches on 50 targets for 256 yards and a touchdown.

    Analysis: Freeman's 2019 output was similar to that of his rookie season. He averaged 47.0 yards per game as compared to 42.4 as a rookie and 4.3 yards per touch in 2019 as compared to 4.2 in 2018. What changed was how he was gaining yards. Freeman averaged 2.7 catches per game in 2019, up from 1.0 as a rookie. His 43 receptions placed him behind only Courtland Sutton for the team lead. He tallied four or more catches seven times during the season, though five of those were with Joe Flacco under center.…read more

    Published: Sat, Jan 4 at 11:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Accounts for one of two rushing TDs

    Freeman ran for 28 yards and a touchdown on nine carries and caught both of his targets for nine receiving yards during Sunday's 27-17 win against the Lions.

    Analysis: The record-setting back out of Oregon has eclipsed 35 rushing yards just once since Week 5, but Sunday he broke a skid of six consecutive games without a rushing TD. Freeman was much more involved over the first half of the year in comparison to his current role, as he racked up 11 carries and 3.3 receptions per game between Weeks 1 and 8. Since Week 9, however, the 23-year-old Freeman has been afforded just 9.8 offensive touches per game while failing to exceed 14 receiving yards in any…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 6:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to 26 yards

    Freeman ran for 12 yards on five carries and added 14 yards on four catches during Sunday's 23-3 loss in Kansas City.

    Analysis: Freeman, and the Denver ground game more generally, were extremely limited during Sunday's loss. Head coach Vic Fangio told reporters Monday that the poor production was the result of poor blocking, some missed opportunities by the backs, and the Broncos digging themselves into an early hole. It was more of the same for Freeman, who has been held under 30 yards in four of his last six contests. He scored just once during that span. He's a hard back on which to rely, but his receiving ability…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 4:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • First career receiving TD

    Freeman rushed eight times for 24 yards and caught both of his targets for eight yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 38-24 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: The highlight of Freeman's day was a three-yard receiving touchdown in the final minute of the first half. That was his first career receiving score, though Freeman has emerged as a reliable receiver out of the backfield with 36 catches this season. He has averaged only 7.6 touches per game over the past five after reaching double digits in each of the first eight.

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Practicing fully

    Freeman (ribs) practiced fully Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Freeman -- who logged five carries for 11 yards and caught all four of his targets for an additional 13 yards last weekend -- is thus good to go for Sunday's game against the Texans, but he's only an option in deeper fantasy formats these days, with his touches down over his last four outings and Phillip Lindsay having handled the bulk of the team's backfield work in that span.

    Published: Thu, Dec 5 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing rib injury

    Freeman was limited in Wednesday's practice due to a rib injury, Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Freeman may have picked up the injury in the Broncos' Week 13 win over the Chargers, but there's little reason to worry yet that he'll miss Sunday's game against the Texans. The second-year back has been held under 30 scrimmage yards in four straight games and hasn't scored a touchdown since Week 8.

    Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 24 scrimmage yards

    Freeman carried five times for 11 yards and caught all four of his targets for an additional 13 yards during Sunday's 23-20 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Freeman averaged just 2.2 yards per carry, and, although he received the third-most targets on the team, he finished with a meager 3.3 yards per catch. His long carry went for just five yards as he was held under 30 scrimmage yards for the third time in the last four games. Freeman's ability to make an impact in his current role is in serious question at the moment and he'll look to do more with his opportunities next Sunday against the Texans.

    Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 6:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Continues decline

    Freeman ran for 20 yards on two carries and added nine yards on two receptions during Sunday's 20-3 loss in Buffalo.

    Analysis: Freeman's four touches marked a season low and his 29 total yards were his second lowest total of the season. The lack of usage is especially surprising as he led Denver running backs with 28 offensive snaps, totaling 56 percent of the team's plays. Part of that can be attributed to Freeman's role as a third-down pass-blocking back, but Freeman's steady decline is still surprising. After totaling double-digit touches in each of the first three games of the season, he hasn't reached 10 in any of…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 6:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks up 45 yards in loss

    Freeman ran for 31 yards on eight carries and added a 14-yard catch during Sunday's 27-23 loss in Minnesota.

    Analysis: Freeman kept the Broncos alive late in the fourth quarter, taking a swing pass on third and long and juking his defender on his way to a 14-yard gain and first down. The play itself was encouraging, but fantasy managers would be justified in being concerned that Freeman was kept to single-digit touches for the second consecutive game after at logging at least 10 in the first eight contests of 2019. Even with Phillip Lindsay playing well, it's somewhat of a surprise that Freeman hasn't been more…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 4:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • May cede more work to Lindsay

    Freeman is excepted to handle a smaller role than normal out of the backfield Sunday against the Vikings with the Broncos planning to feature Phillip Lindsay more prominently, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Denver has deployed a fairly even distribution of the workload between Freeman and Lindsay all season, with the latter playing between 40 and 56 percent of the offensive snaps and topping out at 25 touches and the former handling snap shares between 47 and 63 percent and maxing out at 19 touches. Freeman (4.0 yards per carry) has been far less efficient on the ground than Lindsay (4.9 YPC), however, which could provide an explanation behind the Broncos' supposed plan to feature the Lindsay more…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 8:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in win over Browns

    Freeman carried the ball five times for 15 yards and caught his only target for minus-1 yard in Sunday's 24-19 win over the Browns.

    Analysis: The second-year RB mostly took a back seat to Phillip Lindsay in this one, as the latter's 30-yard TD run in the third quarter ended up being the winning score for Denver. The 14 scrimmage yards were Freeman's lowest output of the year -- he hadn't produced less than 45 coming into Sunday -- and with the team's bye on tap in Week 10, Freeman's role could be in flux coming out the other side if Lindsay's wrist injury heals enough to allow him to handle pass-protection duties again.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 7:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bursts through for only touchdown

    Freeman ran for 40 yards and a touchdown on 12 carries and added a five-yard catch during Sunday' 15-13 loss in Indianapolis.

    Analysis: Freeman capped off Denver's opening drive of the second half with a quick cut and waltzed into the end zone almost untouched for the four-yard touchdown, the team's only touchdown of the game. Freeman, after going scoreless for the first six weeks of the season, has now scored Denver's only two touchdowns of the past two games. He looks to be getting more carries down near the goal line and, though Sunday didn't show it, should be more involved in the passing game down the stretch with Emmanuel…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 3:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy night in loss

    Freeman rushed 10 times for 35 yards and a touchdown and secured four of five targets for 32 yards in the Broncos' 30-6 loss to the Chiefs on Thursday.

    Analysis: Freeman opened the scoring on the night with a one-yard touchdown run early in the first quarter, his first score of the season. Freeman also saw five targets for the second consecutive game, and he has at least four receptions in five of his first seven contests of the campaign. Freeman has been a serviceable option in PPR formats due to his dual role, and he'll look to continue producing when and the Broncos face the Colts a week from Sunday in a Week 8 matchup.

    Published: Thu, Oct 17 at 9:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gains 76 yards in win

    Freeman caught all five of his targets for 42 yards and added 34 yards on 11 carries during Sunday's 16-0 win over the Titans.

    Analysis: Freeman's biggest contribution came midway through the third quarter when, facing second and long, the Oregon product caught a swing pass and took it 18 yards upfield to help set up the only touchdown of the game. Freeman fans undoubtedly would like the sophomore back snap his season-long scoreless streak, but despite their body types indicating otherwise, Phillip Lindsay actually has served as the primary goal-line back for Denver while Freeman has been more effective in the passing game. In…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 4:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Piles up 67 scrimmage yards

    Freeman carried 13 times for 61 yards and caught both of his targets for an additional seven yards during Sunday's 20-13 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Freeman came within two of his season high in carries, receiving a few extra opportunities as his side held a lead from the early going. He averaged a respectable 4.7 yards per carry against a tough Chargers front despite breaking off a long gain of just 11 yards. Freeman, who is averaging 4.5 yards per carry this season, continues to see Phillip Lindsay shine out of the backfield, but he should still see double-digit touches in next week's home matchup against the Titans.

    Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 6:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks up 50 yards

    Freeman ran for 16 yards on six carries and added 34 yards on four catches during Sunday's 26-24 loss to Jacksonville.

    Analysis: Freeman was held to a season low in rushing in a game in which head coach Vic Fangio said the Jaguars offered better opportunities to throw the ball than run it. The good news for Freeman is that -- despite his power-back reputation -- he's actually become a fairly prolific receiver with 13 catches in his last three games. The Broncos like Freeman on passing downs as he's a sturdy blocker, so look for that trend to continue Sunday against the Chargers.

    Published: Mon, Sep 30 at 6:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to play this week

    Freeman (shoulder) does not carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Freeman, who had been limited at practice earlier in the week, is therefore in line to continue to work in tandem with fellow running back Phillip Lindsay, an arrangement that has resulted in Freeman averaging 12 carries for 58 yards (4.8 YPC) through the Broncos' first three games. Freeman has added 10 catches for 63 yards in that span, but is still looking for his first TD of the season. While the timeshare Freeman operates in caps his fantasy upside, he at least has garnered enough volume so…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 27 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited again at practice

    Freeman (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant at Thursday's practice, Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: After picking up the shoulder injury in Sunday's loss to Green Bay, Freeman had his reps restricted in the Broncos' first two practices of Week 4. Coach Vic Fangio hasn't suggested that Freeman is in any serious peril of missing this weekend's matchup with the Jaguars, but a clearer picture of his availability (or lack thereof) won't come until Denver releases its final injury report shortly after Friday's practice concludes.

    Published: Thu, Sep 26 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by shoulder issue

    Freeman (shoulder) was limited at practice Wednesday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: Freeman -- who's been splitting backfield work with Phillip Lindsay -- was forced out of this past Sunday's game against the Packers with a shoulder injury, but he was able to return to action, en route to logging 63 yards on 15 carries and 10 yards on four catches in the contest. Considering that, we suspect that the running back's Wednesday limitations were maintenance-related.

    Published: Wed, Sep 25 at 3:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Robbed of touchdown

    Freeman ran for 63 yards on 15 carries and added 10 yards on four carries during Sunday's 27-16 loss in Green Bay.

    Analysis: Freeman reportedly was dealing with some shoulder discomfort, but that did not prevent him from recording 19 touches -- the second-highest total of his career. He should have also had his first touchdown of the year, but had a second-quarter score called back on a controversial holding call on Emmanuel Sanders. Head coach Vic Fangio said after the game that the Packers essentially dared Denver to run. Jacksonville should be a little less generous in Week 4, though the Broncos should continue to…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 3:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to game

    Freeman, who was forced out of Sunday's game against the Packers with a shoulder injury, was able to return to the contest.

    Analysis: Freeman therefore will resume his duties in Denver's Week 3 backfield, working in tandem with Phillip Lindsay, following his temporary exit from Sunday's tilt.

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 11:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits Sunday's game

    Freeman was forced out of Sunday's game against the Packers with a shoulder injury, Zac Stevens of BSNDenver.com reports.

    Analysis: Prior to his exit, Freeman had logged three carries for three yards. Phillip Lindsay will head Denver's backfield in his absence, with Devontae Booker on hand in a reserve role.

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 10:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • 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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