Fantasy Player Profile
@NE: #17 vs opposing RB - 22.20 FPA
| Rushing | Receiving | Fum | Fantasy | ||||
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | @NE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 2 | BUF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | @LV, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | IND, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | @TB, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | @JAX, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | ATL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | @BUF, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | HOU, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | BAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | @NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | CAR, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | NYG, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | NYJ, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | @NO, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | @TEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | NE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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Escapes draft with lead role intact
Gaskin remains atop Miami's backfield depth chart after the team waited until the seventh round of the 2021 NFL Draft to bring in competition, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Dolphins were widely considered one of the likeliest teams to invest high draft capital into a running back this year, but the team's decision to only add Gerrid Doaks with their final pick is a clear indication of confidence in Gaskin. A 2019 seventh-round pick himself, Gaskin played a near every-down role in the 10 games he was healthy last season, averaging a respectable 4.1 yards per carry despite playing behind one of the league's worst O-lines. Dynasty managers who bet on Gaskin this…read more
Published: Mon, May 3 at 11:43am by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in Week 17 loss
Gaskin rushed seven times for 20 yards and a touchdown while catching four of five targets for 57 yards in Sunday's 56-26 loss to Buffalo.
Analysis: Gaskin failed to find much running room but came through for fantasy managers relying on him in the season finale with a one-yard touchdown plunge to cap the first drive of the second half. Unfortunately for the 23-year-old running back, his team needed a win to guarantee a playoff spot and now looks likely to come up just short of making the postseason. Gaskin established himself as Miami's lead back when healthy with 142 carries for 584 yards and three touchdowns, plus 42 catches for 388…read more
Published: Sun, Jan 3 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Erupts for two scores in return
Gaskin had 14 carries for 87 yards during Saturday night's 26-25 win over the Raiders. He also secured all five of his targets for 82 yards and two touchdowns.
Analysis: Gaskin entered Saturday's road tilt against the Raiders coming off a two-game absence due to COVID-19, but he immediately returned to his usual workhorse role, exploding for a career-high 169 yards from scrimmage. The second-year pro looked like Miami's most effective offensive weapon with DeVante Parker (hamstring) sidelined, accounting for both of the team's touchdowns on the day, most notably a 59-yard sideline catch-and-run late in the fourth quarter. Meanwhile, Salvon Ahmed accounted for…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 8:43pm by Rotowire.com
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Comes off COVID-19 list
The Dolphins activated Gaskin (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Gaskin has served as Miami's No. 1 back for much of the season, but coming off a two-game absence, the coaching staff could prefer to ease him back into the mix for Saturday's road game against the Raiders. If that's the case, Gaskin could end up settling into more of a timeshare with Salvon Ahmed, who starred in last week's win over the Patriots with 23 carries for 122 yards and a touchdown. It's uncertain whether head coach Brian Flores will provide any insight into the Dolphins' backfield…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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Confirmed as out for Week 15
Gaskin (illness) won't be activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list ahead of Sunday's game against the Patriots, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Since Gaskin's placement on the list Dec. 12 was the result of a positive test rather than being a close contact of a person infected with the virus, he'll unsurprisingly be held out for a second straight week while he waits to clear all COVID-19-related protocols. At this point, Gaskin isn't known to be suffering from any major symptoms of the virus, but he'll still likely need to practice in some capacity next week to have a shot at suiting up in the Dolphins' next game Dec. 26 in Las Vegas.
Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 5:53am by Rotowire.com
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Tests positive for COVID-19
Gaskin (knee), who was already ruled out for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, could miss multiple weeks after testing positive for COVID-19, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: DeAndre Washington figures to head the Dolphins backfield Sunday with Salvon Ahmed (shoulder) ruled out earlier in the week and Matt Breida situated with Gaskin on the reserve/COVID-19 list, but it's likely Gaskin's absence will extend past a week. More information regarding who will take the bulk of the carries moving forward likely depends on the status of both Ahmed and Breida -- information that won't be available until later next week.
Published: Sat, Dec 12 at 2:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Placed on COVID-19 list
Gaskin was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday and will not be able to play Sunday against the Chiefs, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The designation means Gaskin either tested positive for COVID-19 or was in close proximity to someone who tested positive. With Matt Breida already on the reserve/COVID-19 list and Salvon Ahmed (shoulder) ruled out Friday, DeAndre Washington will essentially be forced into action as the starter with Patrick Laird and Lynn Bowden likely chipping in on passing downs.
Published: Sat, Dec 12 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Ready to face Chiefs
Gaskin (knee) will not carry an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Gaskin was limited in practice with a knee issue this week, but it never appeared as though his status for Sunday's matchup was in any real doubt. The second-year pro has handled a workhorse role for the Dolphins whenever healthy this season, to the tune of 23 total touches in his first game back from IR last weekend. Unless Matt Breida (illness) can return from the COVID-19 list by Saturday, it looks like DeAndre Washington will serve as Gaskins' primary backup this weekend.
Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 10:34am by Rotowire.com
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Another limited session
Gaskin (knee) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: The Dolphins continue to manage Gaskins' reps, which isn't too surprising considering that he spent Weeks 9 through 12 on IR due to a knee injury. Miami has shown a clear desire to utilize Gaskin in a workhorse role as long as he's healthy, and the team doesn't currently have much in the way of backfield depth behind him. As long as he's able to keep practicing in at least a limited capacity, Gaskin figures to be in fair shape to face the Chiefs on Sunday.
Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 11:20am by Rotowire.com
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Limited in practice
Gaskin (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Gaskin handled a workhorse role (23 touches) in his return from a four-game absence Sunday against the Bengals, so the Dolphins may just be capping his reps for maintenance purposes to begin Week 14. The fact that all of Salvon Ahmed (shoulder), DeAndre Washington (hamstring) and Matt Breida (illness) were either limited or non-participants in Wednesday's practice could also influence Miami to take a cautious approach with regard to Gaskins' health. The second-year back will look to ramp up his…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 1:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Strong all-around effort in win
Gaskin (knee) rushed 21 times for 90 yards and secured both targets for 51 yards in the Dolphins' 19-7 win over the Bengals on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.
Analysis: Fresh off a four-game absence and injured-reserve stint due to a knee issue, Gaskin stepped right back into a bell-cow role with multiple backfield mates sidelined for the Week 13 contest. Gaskin did find running room surprisingly hard to come by at times against a Bengals defense that frequently has been gashed by running backs, but he ultimately put together a solid fantasy performance courtesy of robust volume and by gaining double-digit yardage on both catches. Gaskin's day could have been…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely to serve in lead role
Gaskin (knee) is expected to operate as the Dolphins' lead back Sunday against the Bengals, Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: After Gaskin missed the past month with an MCL sprain, the Dolphins may have preferred to ease him back into action this week in a committee role, but the team doesn't have many options on hand with Salvon Ahmed (shoulder), DeAndre Washington (hamstring) and Matt Breida (reserve/COVID-19 list) all sidelined. Beyond Gaskin, the lightly-used Patrick Laird checks in as the top backup, while wide receiver Lynn Bowden looms as a backfield option in Wildcat formations. Gaskin was solid if…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 9:12am by Rotowire.com
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Set for Sunday
Gaskin (knee) was activated off injured reserve Saturday.
Analysis: Gaskin's status became all the more important Friday following Salvon Ahmed (shoulder) and DeAndre Washington (hamstring) both being listed as doubtful for Sunday's contest against the Bengals, on top of Matt Breida landing on the reserve/COVID-19 list. Expect the second-year back to command the majority of the team's snaps with Patrick Laird occasionally sliding in during pass-catching downs.
Published: Sat, Dec 5 at 12:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Could be activated Saturday
Coach Brian Flores said Friday that there's a chance Gaskin (knee) could be activated off IR on Saturday, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Flores officially was non-committal about Gaskins' prospects of coming off IR, but given that Salvon Ahmed (shoulder) and DeAndre Washington (hamstring) are both doubtful for Sunday's game against the Bengals, and Matt Breida is dealing with an illness, the Dolphins are in dire need of backfield reinforcements. Gaskin was Miami's clear starter prior to missing the last four games due to an MCL injury, so if he's in shape to play he'll surely reclaim the lead role.
Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 11:02am by Rotowire.com
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Not playing Sunday
Gaskin (knee) will not play Sunday after the running back was not activated off injured reserve in time to be eligible to play in the contest, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: There was some thought Gaskin could play after serving his mandatory three-game stint on injured reserve, but Saturday's lack of announcement means he'll be unable to play Sunday against the Jets. With Salvon Ahmed (shoulder) also ruled out, Matt Breida will step into the starting role with Patrick Laird and DeAndre Washington expected to chip in as complementary pieces.
Published: Sat, Nov 28 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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Could be activated this week
Coach Brian Flores relayed Friday that the team's coaching staff will review the film on Gaskin (knee) before determining if he'll be activated for Sunday's game against the Jets, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Gaskin, who is still on IR, has been practicing this week and if he is indeed deemed fit to play this weekend, there's a path for him to reclaim the team's lead role, with Salvon Ahmed (shoulder) having been ruled out for Sunday's contest. Miami's other backfield options include Matt Breida, Patrick Laird and DeAndre Washington.
Published: Fri, Nov 27 at 10:53am by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to practice
The Dolphins designated Gaskin (knee) to return from injured reserve Wednesday, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Dolphins will have 21 days to evaluate Gaskin for a return to the 53-man roster. Gaskin was seen donning a non-contact jersey Wednesday, so he might need to increase his involvement in workouts Thursday and Friday to have a realistic shot at playing Sunday against the Jets. Undrafted rookie Salvon Ahmed has impressed enough in recent weeks that Miami likely won't feel the need to rush Gaskin back into action unless the team is convinced he's at or near 100 percent health.
Published: Wed, Nov 25 at 9:50am by Rotowire.com
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Faring well in recovery
Gaskin (knee) is recovering well from the MCL sprain he sustained Nov. 1, but the Dolphins haven't indicated that he'll be activated from injured reserve this week, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Gaskin is first eligible to return from IR in Week 12 after sitting out the minimum three games with the injury. If the Dolphins aren't convinced the 23-year-old is healthy enough to play this weekend against the Jets, the team would likely rely on undrafted rookie Salvon Ahmed to lead the ground attack for another game.
Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Headed for IR
Gaskin (knee) will be placed on IR and miss a minimum of three games, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Gaskin's original timetable for a return from a sprained MCL was roughly three games, so it makes sense for the team to put the back on IR and clear up a roster spot. It makes for a tough position group to gauge, as Matt Breida (hamstring) and Patrick Laird (ankle) are both dealing with injuries of their own. The Dolphins may soon find themselves using Jordan Howard again, who had been a healthy scratch for three consecutive games. They also acquired DeAndre Washington via trade, but as a new…read more
Published: Thu, Nov 5 at 6:08am by Rotowire.com
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In line to sit out three games
Gaskin is expected to miss the Dolphins' next three games due to a sprained MCL, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Gaskin has been the team's top RB this season, gaining 585 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns on 130 touches through seven games. His work on the ground has been modest (3.9 YPC), but he also has gathered in 30 of 35 targets (86 percent catch rate). With such a void to fill in the backfield, Miami dealt for DeAndre Washington before Tuesday's deadline. Washington will join Matt Breida, Patrick Laird (ankle), Lynn Bowden, Jordan Howard and Salvon Ahmed in the backfield.
Published: Tue, Nov 3 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 63 yards in win
Gaskin rushed 18 times for 47 yards and a touchdown and brought in three of six targets for 16 yards in the Dolphins' 28-17 win over the Rams on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.
Analysis: Gaskin struggled for running room against the Rams' typically accommodating run defense, but he helped fantasy managers with his one-yard touchdown run late in the second quarter. That score atoned for a lost fumble, the first of Gaskin's career, earlier in the period. The 2019 seventh-round pick now has logged double-digit carries in five straight games, leaving no doubt as to his leading status in Miami's backfield. He'll look put together another productive performance versus the Cardinals…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 3:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Career-best effort Sunday
Gaskin carried the ball 18 times for 91 yards and caught all four of his targets for 35 yards in Sunday's 24-0 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Both the 91 rushing yards and 126 scrimmage yards were career highs for the second-year back, as Miami spent much of the second half burning clock after taking a 21-0 lead into halftime. Gaskin has a firm hold on the No. 1 job in the Dolphins' backfield, and his role is unlikely to change following the team's Week 7 bye.
Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 7:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Produces well with 21 touches
Gaskin carried 16 times for 57 yards and a touchdown while adding 34 yards on five catches (five targets) during Sunday's 43-17 win over the 49ers.
Analysis: Gaskin struggled to the tune of 3.6 yards per carry but still managed to come through with his second-highest totals of the season in carries and rushing yards. He scored a one-yard touchdown in the first quarter and rounded out his performance with five receptions for the third time in the last four games. Gaskin's yardage totals aren't elite, but he's received 61 touches over the last three games and could get a few more chances in the red zone moving forward for a surprisingly productive…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 7:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Potentially expanded role Week 5
Gaskin could be set for a larger role, particularly in the red zone, with backfield mate Jordan Howard (coach's decision) inactive for Sunday's Week 5 tilt against the 49ers.
Analysis: Gaskin has already logged 14 red-zone rushes through four games, but he may be set for an even larger role than usual with Howard out, that is if the Dolphins offense manages to put him in position frequently enough against a tough 49ers defense. Gaskin is averaging 12.0 rushes per contest and 4.0 yards per carry thus far, but he'll be challenged against a San Francisco unit tied with the Seahawks for least fantasy points per game allowed per game in standard formats (10.0) to running backs.
Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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Garners 62 total yards in defeat
Gaskin rushed 10 times for 40 yards and brought in three of four targets for 22 yards in the Dolphins' 31-23 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.
Analysis: Gaskin once again served as the unquestioned lead back after logging a career-high 22 carries in Week 3 win against the Jaguars, but game script helped cap his overall workload. However, all signs point to the second-year back being the odds-on favorite for pacing the backfield in carries for the time being, and he's the only one of the trio of himself, Matt Breida and Jordan Howard to post double-digit rushes in a game this season. Gaskin will look to see more opportunities on the ground in a…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Lead-back duties in win
Gaskin rushed 22 times for 66 yards and brought in all five targets for 29 yards in the Dolphins' 31-13 win over the Jaguars on Thursday.
Analysis: Through the Dolphins' first two games, the backfield wealth was essentially spread amongst Gaskin, Matt Breida and Jordan Howard, with no clear-cut lead back. That clearly changed for at least one game Thursday, as Gaskin outpaced his aforementioned teammates by 19 carries each and also co-led the team in both receptions and targets. The second-year back wasn't anywhere near as efficient on the ground as during the first two games of the season, when he averaged 5.4 yards on his 16 rushes.…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 24 at 8:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Compiles 82 total yards in loss
Gaskin rushed seven times for 46 yards and brought in six of seven targets for 36 yards in the Dolphins' 31-28 loss to the Bills on Sunday.
Analysis: The Dolphins' backfield touches were once again spread fairly evenly among Gaskin, Matt Breida and Jordan Howard, but it was Gaskin who had the clear overall lead in total touches. That was thanks to the second-year back's expanded receiving role, which saw him check in third in receptions and fourth in targets on the day. Breida is also a capable pass catcher, so he could certainly see an expanded role in that capacity in future weeks as well, but Gaskin has encouragingly been a focal point…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 4:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Backfield role secure
The Dolphins intend to utilize all of Gaskin, Jordan Howard and Matt Breida out of the backfield going forward, Omar Kelly of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Though Howard started Sunday's season-opening loss to the Patriots, Gaskin served as Miami's clear lead back during the contest. The second-year pro led Miami's backfield in terms of carries, targets and yards, though Howard did score the team's only touchdown. Matt Breida matched Gaskins' 4.4 yards per carry, but on four less attempts. It looks as though the Dolphins' backfield split could change on a weekly basis depending on who stands out in practice, a scenario which would cause headaches…read more
Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 10:09am by Rotowire.com
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Team's leading rusher in opener
Gaskin rushed nine times for 40 yards and caught all four of his targets for 26 more in Sunday's 21-11 loss to New England.
Analysis: Gaskin surprisingly led Miami in both carries and yards on the ground, with Jordan Howard rushing eight times for seven yards and a touchdown and Matt Breida rushing five times for 22 yards. Gaskin also tied for the team lead in catches. Howard's struggles have opened the door for Gaskin to take over as the team's lead back, and he'll have a chance to solidify that role in Week 2 against the Bills.
Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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In mix for No. 3 role
Gaskin (ankle) will compete with Patrick Laird and Kalen Ballage for the No. 3 running back job in training camp, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: Gaskin and Laird both saw increased usage down the stretch of their rookie seasons in 2019, with Ballage having flamed out after averaging just 1.8 yards on 74 carries. Prior to suffering an ankle injury Week 16, Gaskin at least proved superior efficiency to Ballage, taking 36 carries for 133 yards and one touchdown while hauling in seven of 12 targets for 51 yards. Provided he doesn't suffer any setbacks recovering from the ankle issue, the 2019 seventh-round pick could offer Laird legitimate…read more
Published: Wed, Jul 1 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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Season over
Gaskin (ankle) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.
Analysis: In the wake of Kenyan Drake getting shipped to the Cardinals and later Kalen Ballage landing on IR due to a leg injury, Gaskin slowly but surely increased his reps in the second half of the campaign. Prior to injuring his left ankle Week 16, Gaskin accrued 36 carries for 133 yards and one touchdown while gathering in seven of 12 targets for 51 yards in seven contests. Look for Patrick Laird to lead the Dolphins' backfield in the season finale, with De'Lance Turner and Samaje Perine handling any…read more
Published: Tue, Dec 24 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Week 17 status up in air
Gaskin's status is murky for Sunday's game at New England due to a left ankle injury, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Despite departing with 3:59 remaining in the fourth quarter this past Sunday against the Bengals, Gaskin received the most touches (17) among Dolphins running backs in a game that went to overtime. If he indeed sits out the regular-season finale, Miami's backfield will be whittled down to Patrick Laird, De'Lance Turner and potentially a player currently not under contract.
Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 11:39am by Rotowire.com
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First career TD before injury
Gaskin rushed 16 times for 55 yards and a touchdown and secured one of three targets for three yards in the Dolphins' 38-35 overtime win against the Bengals on Sunday before exiting the game for good with 3:59 remaining in the fourth quarter with an ankle injury.
Analysis: Before his premature exit, Gaskin had notched his first career rushing score early in the fourth quarter on a two-yard run. Gaskin also established new high-water marks in carries and rushing yards in the contest, but his status for the Week 17 finale against the Patriots is now firmly in question.
Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 3:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Done for day
Gaskin (ankle) is out for the remainder of the game against the Bengals, Armando Salguero of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Gaskin was carted off the field after suffering a left ankle injury. That could mean more reps for De'Lance Turner in the closing minutes of the contest.
Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Productive in limited action
Gaskin carried the ball nine times for 43 yards and caught two of three targets for 29 yards during Sunday's 36-20 loss to the Giants.
Analysis: Gaskin once again played second fiddle to Patrick Laird during Sunday's loss, but he notched season-high totals in terms of both rushing and receiving yards. The rookie seventh-round pick has steadily earned increased touches down the stretch, and he could realistically operate in a near-even timeshare with Laird against the Bengals in Week 16.
Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 8:34am by Rotowire.com
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Little impact in loss
Gaskin carried the ball four times for five yards during Sunday's 22-21 loss to the Jets. He also caught one of two targets for six yards.
Analysis: The rookie seventh-round pick once again played second fiddle to Patrick Laird, who is operating as Miami's featured option out of the backfield. Even with Kalen Ballage (Achilles) now on injured reserve, Gaskin's lack of production, albeit in a small sample, may be keeping him from garnering a larger role. It remains to be seen whether Gaskin, or potentially recent pickup Zach Zenner, will operate as the primary backup to Laird down the stretch.
Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 8:20am by Rotowire.com
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Larger role beacons
Gaskin is expected to see increased involvement out of the Miami backfield after Kalen Ballage (Achilles) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday, Cameron Wolfe of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Gaskin stands to duke it out with Patrick Laird and Zach Zenner for backfield work to close out the season, while De'Lance Turner looms as more of a special-teams contributor. Laird has shown well as a pass catcher in recent weeks, and he outpaced Gaskin in the Week 13 win over the Eagles, playing 43 offensive snaps (60 percent) to the latter's 16 (20 percent). Still, Gaskin could still see enough opportunities to push for a larger role if he impresses. In four games this season, the rookie…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 4 at 11:10am by Rotowire.com
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Small role in win
Gaskin carried the ball twice for 20 yards during Sunday's 37-31 win over the Eagles. He also caught his only target for six yards.
Analysis: Even after lead back Kalen Ballage (leg) was forced out of Sunday's game in the second quarter, Gaskin didn't garner a substantial workload. Instead, fellow rookie Patrick Laird took over Miami's backfield reps, rushing 10 times for five yards and a score and turning five targets into four catches for 43 yards. It appears as though Gaskin could remain in a reserve role even if Ballage is forced to miss significant time.
Published: Mon, Dec 2 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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Four carries in loss
Gaskin carried the ball four times for 10 yards in Sunday's 41-24 loss to the Browns. He also caught his only target for seven yards.
Analysis: Gaskin's workload appears to be ramping up following the recent release of Mark Walton, and with Kalen Ballage's continued inability to reliably produce, the Dolphins' backfield could trend towards a timeshare as the season concludes. In the event that Ballage loses his tenuous grip on the No. 1 job, Gaskin and fellow rookie Patrick Laird each would push for larger roles.
Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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No yardage again Sunday
Gaskin ran once for no gain and was unable to bring in his only target during Sunday's 37-20 loss to the Bills.
Analysis: Gaskin has now gained zero yards on both of his 2019 touches. It speaks a little to where the 2019 seventh-round pick is in his development that, despite a massive lack of production and depletion of depth at running back in Miami in recent weeks, Gaskin has logged just 12 offensive snaps over the past two games. The release of Mark Walton, who was already serving a suspension, might preserve whatever role the rookie develops until the end of the season, but as of now that role amounts to a…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 4:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Gains no yardage in win
Gaskin caught his only target for no yards in Sunday's 16-12 win over the Colts.
Analysis: Gaskin got bumped up the depth chart in the absence of Mark Walton (suspension) and recorded the first touch of his career. There may not be too many more this season, even without Walton. If Sunday is any indication, Kalen Ballage will enjoy the lion's share of touches in Walton's absence while Patrick Laird fills in behind. That leaves a limited role for Gaskin over the next three games. Next up is a Buffalo defense that dominates against the pass, but ranks 20th in the league at 4.5 yards…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 8:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Primed for backup role
Gaskin is likely to climb Miami's depth chart and play a reserve role with Mark Walton serving a four-game suspension, Safid Deen of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Gaskin hasn't yet gotten a chance to play this season, but he and Patrick Laird will now be forced into depth roles behind Kalen Ballage for at least the next four weeks. The Dolphins may opt to add another running back to the roster, but the team could realistically also attempt to make the most of Walton's suspension by taking a look at Gaskin, a rookie selected in the seventh round of the 2019 NFL Draft.
Published: Mon, Nov 4 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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See a countdown of the top 10 highlight plays made by the Miami Dolphins in the 2020 NFL season.
- Surprising Yards After Catch: Top 10 plays of 2020 regular seasonMon, Jan 4 at 1:01pm
Watch highlights of the plays that featured the most yards after the catch in the 2020 NFL regular season.
- Dolphins vs. Bills highlights | Week 17Sun, Jan 3 at 1:39pm
Watch the highlights from the Week 17 matchup between the Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills.
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Miami Dolphins running back Myles Gaskin caps impressive 75-yard drive with TD.
- Trick play! Lynn Bowden Jr. shows arm on throw to Myles Gaskin for 34 yardsSun, Jan 3 at 11:25am
Trick play! Miami Dolphins wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. shows arm on throw to running back Myles Gaskin for 34 yards.
- PFF 90 Club: Highest-graded players of Week 16Tue, Dec 29 at 11:35am
Every player with a Pro Football Focus grade of at least 90 in Week 16
- Surprising Yards After Catch: Week 16Tue, Dec 29 at 10:57am
Take a look at the plays that delivered surprising yards after a catch from Week 16 of the 2020 NFL season, using Next Gen Stats.
- Top 15 fantasy plays | Week 16Tue, Dec 29 at 10:34am
Here are the top 15 highest scoring fantasy plays from Week 16 of the 2020 NFL season.
- Crazy endings of the week | Week 16Mon, Dec 28 at 8:49pm
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Relive the top moments from every team's top running back play from the 2020 NFL season.
- Top 10 Dolphins plays | 2020 seasonThu, Jan 7 at 10:08am
See a countdown of the top 10 highlight plays made by the Miami Dolphins in the 2020 NFL season.
- Surprising Yards After Catch: Top 10 plays of 2020 regular seasonMon, Jan 4 at 1:01pm
Watch highlights of the plays that featured the most yards after the catch in the 2020 NFL regular season.
- Dolphins vs. Bills highlights | Week 17Sun, Jan 3 at 1:39pm
Watch the highlights from the Week 17 matchup between the Miami Dolphins and Buffalo Bills.
- Myles Gaskin caps impressive 75-yard drive with TD Sun, Jan 3 at 12:04pm
Miami Dolphins running back Myles Gaskin caps impressive 75-yard drive with TD.
- Trick play! Lynn Bowden Jr. shows arm on throw to Myles Gaskin for 34 yardsSun, Jan 3 at 11:25am
Trick play! Miami Dolphins wide receiver Lynn Bowden Jr. shows arm on throw to running back Myles Gaskin for 34 yards.
- PFF 90 Club: Highest-graded players of Week 16Tue, Dec 29 at 11:35am
Every player with a Pro Football Focus grade of at least 90 in Week 16
- Surprising Yards After Catch: Week 16Tue, Dec 29 at 10:57am
Take a look at the plays that delivered surprising yards after a catch from Week 16 of the 2020 NFL season, using Next Gen Stats.
- Top 15 fantasy plays | Week 16Tue, Dec 29 at 10:34am
Here are the top 15 highest scoring fantasy plays from Week 16 of the 2020 NFL season.
- Crazy endings of the week | Week 16Mon, Dec 28 at 8:49pm
Watch the crazy endings from Week 16 during the NFL 2020 season.