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  • Fumbles in return to action

    Perine rushed 14 times for 39 yards and brought in both targets for 15 yards in the Bengals' 32-14 win over the Ravens on Thursday night. He also lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Perine returned from a two-game absence due to an ankle injury and saw only one fewer carry than backfield mate Chase Brown, but he gained exactly half of the latter's 78 rushing yards. Perine also lost his second fumble of the season at the Ravens' 14-yard line with just over five minutes remaining, but the Bengals were able to regain possession five plays later when they forced the ball from Zay Flowers after a reception. Perine should continue slotting into a relatively solid complementary…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 27 at 9:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice Tuesday

    Perine was a full participant at practice Tuesday.

    Analysis: Perine was estimated as a full participant for the Bengals' walk-through practice Monday, and he was able to run full drills Tuesday, keeping him on track to play Thursday in Baltimore. After missing the Bengals' previous two games, Perine should step back in as the top change-of-pace option behind starting running back Chase Brown.

    Published: Tue, Nov 25 at 5:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Estimated as full participant Monday

    Perine (ankle) was estimated as a full participant on Monday's practice report, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Perine has missed each of the Bengals' past two contests after suffering a high-ankle sprain Week 9. With Tahj Brooks (concussion) already ruled out for Thursday night's game against the Ravens, Perine appears set to return behind Chase Brown. Perine had been handling a decent chunk of the pass-down and two-minute work for Cincinnati prior to his injury, so his return could be a small hit to Brown's fantasy outlook.

    Published: Mon, Nov 24 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing second straight game

    Perine (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

    Analysis: Listed as doubtful heading into Sunday after failing to practice in any fashion this week, Perine will unsurprisingly wind up missing a second straight game. His absence will clear the way for Tahj Brooks to serve as the No. 2 running back behind starter Chase Brown, who should continue to see increased involvement on passing downs sans Perine.

    Published: Sun, Nov 23 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially doubtful for Week 12

    Perine (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Patriots.

    Analysis: Perine's doubtful designation was expected based on reporting from earlier in the week. He sprained his ankle in Week 9 against the Bears and hasn't played since. Chase Brown will likely maintain a near-monopoly on Cincinnati's backfield touches Sunday, with Tahj Brooks as the next man up if Perine's ruled out.

    Published: Fri, Nov 21 at 12:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Considered doubtful for Week 12

    Perine (ankle) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Patriots, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Perine is still recovering from a high-ankle sprain sustained during Cincinnati's loss to the Bears in Week 9, and it appears as though he'll need to spend at least one more game on the sidelines. Tahj Brooks handled seven offensive snaps with Perine unavailable versus Pittsburgh in Week 11, his second-highest total of the season, though he logged only one carry for five yards while Chase Brown continued to handle a workhorse role.

    Published: Wed, Nov 19 at 10:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday

    Perine (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

    Analysis: With Perine -- who didn't practice this week -- unavailable and targeting a return to action Sunday, Nov. 23 against the Patriots, Tahj Brooks is in line to serve as Chase Brown's top backup this weekend. The Bengals also have the option of elevating RBs Gary Brightwell and/or Kendall Milton from their practice squad ahead of Week 11 action.

    Published: Fri, Nov 14 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out another practice

    Perine (ankle) did not practice Wednesday, Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Perine appears to be trending in the wrong direction for Sunday's contest against the Steelers due to a high-ankle sprain, though he hasn't been officially ruled out yet. If Perine is indeed ruled out for Sunday's contest, rookie Tahj Brooks will benefit from an opportunity to handle increased work behind Chase Brown.

    Published: Thu, Nov 13 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Wednesday

    Perine (ankle) did not participate in Wednesday's practice, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Perine's lack of practice activity coming out of Cincinnati's bye isn't entirely surprising, considering that he's working his way back from a high-ankle sprain suffered during the team's loss to Chicago in Week 9. If Perine isn't able to gain clearance for Sunday's contest against the Steelers, Tahj Brooks will stand to operate as the No. 2 option behind backfield leader Chase Brown.

    Published: Wed, Nov 12 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On mend from high-ankle sprain

    Bengals head coach Zac Taylor said that Perine sustained a high-ankle sprain in Sunday's 47-42 loss to the Bears and will need a couple of weeks to recover, Jay Morrison of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Perine finished with five yards on his lone carry and was limited to six snaps (one on offense, five on special teams) before exiting Sunday's contest with the injury. Though Perine seems more likely than not to miss game action, he'll benefit from a Week 10 bye before the Bengals reassess his condition once they resume practicing ahead of their Week 11 game in Pittsburgh on Sunday, Nov. 16. Perine's early departure in Week 9 paved the way for starting running back Chase Brown to take on his…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 3 at 12:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't be back Sunday

    Perine (ankle) won't return to Sunday's game against the Bears.

    Analysis: With the Bengals on bye next week, Perine's next chance to see game action will arrive Nov. 16 against the Steelers. In his absence Sunday, Tahj Brooks is next in line for backfield work behind starter Chase Brown. Meanwhile, fellow RBs Gary Brightwell and Kendall Milton are currently members of Cincinnati's practice squad.

    Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 12:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurts ankle Sunday

    Perine exited Sunday's game against the Bears after sustaining a right ankle injury.

    Analysis: Before that, Perine had carried once for five yards. While he's sidelined, 2025 sixth-rounder Tahj Brooks is next up for backfield touches behind Chase Brown.

    Published: Sun, Nov 2 at 11:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Best game of season in loss

    Perine rushed nine times for 94 yards and a touchdown while catching his only target for six yards in Sunday's 39-38 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Perine gave the Bengals a seemingly comfortable 31-16 lead with a 32-yard touchdown run late in the third quarter, but the Jets won the fourth by a 23-7 margin to pick up their first win of the season. Chase Brown produced 108 total yards and two touchdowns on 15 touches, but Perine's strong play Sunday could help the veteran running back earn an expanded role moving forward. Heading into a Week 9 home game against the Bears, Brown remains the Bengals' top backfield option over Perine.

    Published: Sun, Oct 26 at 2:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest downturn in usage

    Perine had seven carries for 31 yards in Thursday night's win over the Steelers. He played 27 offensive snaps, which accounted for 38 percent of the Bengals' offensive snaps.

    Analysis: Perine had registered 47 percent of the offensive snaps over the two previous games, but teammate Chase Brown was running so effectively against the Steelers that it made less sense to replace him with Perine.

    Published: Sat, Oct 18 at 8:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another uptick in usage

    Perine rushed the ball six times for 16 yards in Sunday's 28-17 loss to the Packers. He added two receptions on three targets for 16 yards.

    Analysis: Perine saw a season-high six carries and eight total touches, as he continued to even the workload with Chase Brown. Perine hasn't proven capable of putting up viable fantasy performances to this point, with Sunday representing his highest yardage output. Nevertheless, it will be worth monitoring how touches are distributed in the Cincinnati backfield moving forward.

    Published: Sun, Oct 12 at 10:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Workload increasing

    Perine carried four times for 27 yards and gained two yards on two receptions in Sunday's 37-24 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: More importantly, Perine played 29 offensive snaps, good for 47 percent of the Bengals' offensive snaps. With top running back Chase Brown off to a slow start to the season, Perine might continue to cut into his snap share, especially when the Bengals are playing from behind.

    Published: Tue, Oct 7 at 2:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One carry in loss

    Perine rushed once for four yards and failed to secure his lone target in Monday's 28-3 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: Perine played 15 of the Bengals' 48 offensive snaps Monday, while starting running back Chase Brown was on the field for 35 snaps. Operating as the clear backup, the 30-year-old Perine was unable to do much of anything with his limited opportunities. Barring an injury to Brown, Perine doesn't hold much fantasy value on a struggling offense. The Bengals are set to host the Lions in Week 5.

    Published: Wed, Oct 1 at 6:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices fully Thursday

    Perine (thumb) was a full participant in Thursday's practice.

    Analysis: Perine was injured in last Sunday's loss to the Vikings, but it's evidently not serious, and the veteran running back should handle his normal role as the Bengals' preferred option in pass protection out of the backfield. Perine has extremely minimal fantasy appeal while Chase Brown is healthy.

    Published: Thu, Sep 25 at 1:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Thumb injury not serious

    Perine (thumb) avoided a severe injury during Sunday's loss to the Vikings and hasn't been ruled out to face the Broncos in Week 4, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Perine underwent an MRI after having been forced out of Sunday's loss to Minnesota, but those evaluations didn't reveal any significant damage. The veteran has handled a change-of-pace role behind Chase Brown, though he's generated just six touches across three regular-season appearances. Tahj Brooks would stand to get additional work if Perine does miss any time.

    Published: Mon, Sep 22 at 11:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return vs. Minnesota

    Perine (thumb) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Vikings.

    Analysis: Perine injured his right thumb in the first half of Sunday's game and won't return for the final two quarters of the contest. Tahj Brooks should see additional work out of the backfield behind Chase Brown due to Perine's injury.

    Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Exits with thumb injury

    Perine is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Vikings due to a right thumb injury.

    Analysis: Perine went to the locker room late in the second quarter, where medical staff will evaluate the severity of his thumb injury. Rookie sixth-rounder Tahj Brooks should see some snaps out of the backfield behind Chase Brown for as long as Perine is out of the game.

    Published: Sun, Sep 21 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to kick-return duties

    Perine didn't have any carries or targets on offense but had six kick returns for a combined 154 yards, with a long of 37 yards, in Sunday's 31-27 win over Jacksonville.

    Analysis: As was the case with Joe Mixon in his prime, the Bengals are going with a "bellcow" running back approach with Chase Brown, leaving very little room for Perine or Tahj Brooks to contribute.

    Published: Sun, Sep 14 at 4:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Targeted twice in Week 1

    Perine caught both of his targets for six yards in Sunday's 17-16 win over the Browns.

    Analysis: Operating as the No. 2 running back behind Chase Brown, Perine failed to record a single carry in the contest. The 29-year-old was a distant afterthought in the Bengals' offensive plans, playing just 13 of Cincinnati's 52 offensive snaps, while Brown was on the field for 39 snaps and handled 24 total touches. Barring an injury to Brown, Perine will likely hold very little fantasy value going forward, keeping him off the fantasy radar as anything more than an insurance policy. Next up for the…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 10 at 2:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes four snaps with starters

    Perine didn't get any touches but played four of 15 snaps with the first-team offense in Thursday's preseason opener at Philadelphia, Jay Morrison of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Chase Brown played the other 11 first-team snaps and took eight touches for 48 yards. Neither Brooks nor Perine appeared to play after the second drive, with rookie Tahj Brooks taking over and dominating carries into the second half. This seems like a decent preview of what to expect during the regular season -- namely, Perine getting some playing time on pass plays but not seeing much of the ball. The question is whether he or Brooks would have more value in the event of a Brown injury.

    Published: Thu, Aug 7 at 6:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to work behind Brown

    Following the recent release of Zack Moss, Perine and Tahj Brooks are in line to serve as the top complementary options behind top back Chase Brown, Charlie Goldsmith of Fox19.com reports.

    Analysis: Per Goldsmith, Brown -- who handled 229 carries in 16 regular-season games in 2024 -- remains on track to handle the majority of the team's RB snaps this year, while Perine figures to factor in on passing downs. For now, Goldsmith indicates that Brooks profiles as the No. 3 option in Cincinnati's backfield, but the rookie sixth-rounder has made some notable plays in training camp and it's plausible that he will push Perine for slotting behind Brown as the summer rolls along.

    Published: Fri, Aug 1 at 8:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Reunion with Cincinnati on tap

    The Bengals are slated to sign Perine to a two-year contract worth up to $3.8 million, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Perine gets a chance to return to Cincinnati, where he played from 2020-22. The veteran pass-catching specialist figures to operate primarily as a change-of-pace option with the Bengals, with Chase Brown (ankle) standing atop the depth chart after a breakout 2024 campaign, and Zack Moss (neck) under contract for one more season. Across 17 regular-season games with the Chiefs in 2024, Perine rushed 20 times for 92 yards and a touchdown, while also securing 28 catches of 35 targets for 322 yards…read more

    Published: Mon, Mar 10 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Works as pass-catching back in 2024

    Perine rushed 20 times for 92 yards and a touchdown in 17 games during the 2024 regular season, adding 28 catches for 322 yards and a touchdown on 35 targets.

    Analysis: Of Perine's 20 carries during the regular season, 11 came in a two-week stretch in Weeks 3 and 4. He contributed a little bit in the playoffs with a carry for eight yards in the Super Bowl and a catch for 17 yards against the Bills in the AFC Championship Game, but most of his extended work came while Isiah Pacheco was sidelined early in the year due to a rib injury. Perine still has proven to be a reliable pass catcher but hasn't graded out particularly well as a pass blocker in the last…read more

    Published: Thu, Feb 13 at 10:38am by Rotowire.com
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  • Brief appearance in Week 18

    Perine rushed the ball one time for one yard in Sunday's 38-0 loss to the Broncos. He added one reception on one target for 13 yards.

    Analysis: Perine drew both of his touches on one offensive possession in the second quarter, with Carson Steele otherwise handling the workload out of the backfield. Perine has served a minimal role in the Kansas City offense throughout the season, and that should continue during the team's postseason run.

    Published: Sun, Jan 5 at 10:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Four touches in Wednesday's win

    Perine rushed twice for nine yards and caught both of his targets for 20 yards in Wednesday's 29-10 win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: Perine's 19 percent snap share on offense was right in line with the previous week's usage, as he's limited to certain passing situations. The veteran running back could see a bigger role in Week 18 against the Broncos if Isiah Pacheco (ribs) and Kareem Hunt are rested.

    Published: Fri, Dec 27 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Three catches in Week 16

    Perine didn't log a carry while catching all three of his targets for 50 yards in Saturday's 27-19 win over the Texans.

    Analysis: Perine made his biggest impact in the passing game, as usual, producing a season-high 50 receiving yards in the win. The running back played just 13 offensive snaps, his lowest total since Week 10, as both Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt are healthy and garnering touches out of the backfield. Perine has turned 17 carries into 82 yards and a touchdown while adding 25 receptions for 289 yards and a score over 15 games in 2024.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 7:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies two touches versus Browns

    Perine notched one rush for 11 yards and reeled in his only target for 23 yards during Sunday's 21-7 win versus the Browns.

    Analysis: Perine hasn't amassed more than two touches in any of the last three weeks, which isn't a major surprise with Isiah Pacheco back in the fold atop the depth chart and Kareem Hunt also operating ahead of him. The veteran will continue to provide some depth in the Chiefs' backfield, but it's unlikely he'll supply fantasy-relevant weeks as long as the two ahead of him on the depth chart remain available.

    Published: Tue, Dec 17 at 10:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal work against Chargers

    Perine totaled one rush for three yards and caught one of two targets for 16 yards during Sunday's 19-17 win versus the Chargers.

    Analysis: Perine's role hasn't changed much despite the return of Isiah Pacheco from injured reserve before Week 13, as he's totaled 32 offensive snaps and three touches over the last two weeks, which represents a slight downgrade from the 3.1 touches per game he averaged prior to Pacheco's return. He should continue to hold a minor role in the offense but seems unlikely to register on the fantasy radar unless injuries strike again in the Kansas City backfield.

    Published: Tue, Dec 10 at 9:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies three touches in Week 12

    Perine totaled one carry for 13 yards and hauled in both of his targets for 11 yards during Sunday's 30-27 victory against the Panthers.

    Analysis: Perine continues to serve a purpose as a receiver out of the backfield for the Chiefs, and he logged a carry Sunday for the first time since Week 13. However, his work amounted to just three total touches for 24 yards, aside from the 104 yards he racked up as a kick returner. He could continue to serve a role in the return game moving forward, especially with Isiah Pacheco's (ankle) impending return presumably siphoning away more of Perine's backfield reps.

    Published: Tue, Nov 26 at 11:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Claims two passes versus bills

    Perine didn't tally a carry but reeled in two of his four targets for eight yards during Sunday's 30-21 defeat versus Buffalo.

    Analysis: Perine nabbed double-digit snaps (11) again Sunday, but his string of eight consecutive games reaching that plateau may end in Week 12 with Isaiah Pacheco (ankle) primed to make his return to the gridiron. Assuming that occurs, Pacheco and Kareem Hunt should take hold of the vast majority of snaps, leaving Perine and Carson Steele with minimal opportunities moving forward.

    Published: Tue, Nov 19 at 10:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts pair of grabs versus Broncos

    Perine didn't tally a carry but reeled in both of his targets for 37 yards during Sunday's 16-14 victory over the Broncos.

    Analysis: While Perine saw limited action (16 snaps) on offense, he made a notable play, scampering for 35 yards on one of his two receptions in a drive that ended up with a field goal. Even so, he's hardly producing enough weekly to warrant a look in fantasy leagues, especially with Isiah Pacheco on the cusp of a return to the playing field. Once Pacheco returns, Perine would presumably drop to third on the depth chart behind Pacheco and Kareem Hunt, further diminishing his fantasy value.

    Published: Tue, Nov 12 at 11:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in win

    Perine rushed once for 10 yards and caught four of five targets for 25 yards and a touchdown in Monday's 30-24 overtime win over the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: Perine's trip to the end zone was his second score of the season, as the veteran running back continues to be the primary pass-catching option out of the Kansas City backfield. The 29-year-old played 24 of the Chiefs' 85 offensive snaps Monday, behind Kareem Hunt (49) and ahead of Carson Steele (14). Though Perine has not been able to get much going as a rusher this season, he has done most of his damage as a pass catcher. He has seen more opportunities through the air than on the ground, while…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 6 at 3:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches two receptions in Week 8

    Perine hauled in both of his targets for 30 yards during Sunday's 27-20 win over Las Vegas.

    Analysis: On a positive note, Perine compiled a pair of catches in the first half of the contest. On a negative one, he didn't tally another in the second half and finished the day with just 30 total yards. He also recovered a fumble by tight end Travis Kelce, but Perine saw the field on just 31 percent of offensive snaps. That still ranked second on the team to Kareem Hunt (58 percent) and well ahead of Carson Steele (11 percent), but Perine's minimal involvement leaves him off the fantasy radar in most…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 29 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three touches in Week 7 win

    Perine notched two rushes for six yards and hauled in his only target for 22 yards during Sunday's 28-18 victory versus the 49ers.

    Analysis: Despite Clyde Edwards-Helaire's activation from injured reserve, Perine and Carson Steele remained on the active roster Sunday behind Kareem Hunt. Perine finished the day a distant second to Hunt's 45 snaps with 15 and outpaced Steele by just one. While his continued inclusion in the game plan is encouraging, he's unlikely to see enough action weekly to warrant a roster spot in most fantasy leagues.

    Published: Tue, Oct 22 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies one touch on MNF

    Perine did not receive a carry but gathered in one of his two targets for 24 yards during Monday's 26-13 victory versus the Saints.

    Analysis: Perine played the second-most snaps (21) among the Chiefs' backs in Monday's contest, but that was still less than half of Kareem Hunt's 53 snaps and just five more than Carson Steele, who tallied four more touches. Perine sees some work on passing downs, but that could be short-lived, with Clyde Edwards-Helaire potentially returning after the bye week.

    Published: Tue, Oct 8 at 10:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals five carries versus Saints

    Perine compiled five carries for 14 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 17-10 win versus the Chargers.

    Analysis: An early Carson Steele fumble likely shifted the workloads in the running back room Sunday, resulting in Kareem Hunt leading the way with 14 carries and Perine claiming five. Even if Steele has played his way out of some snaps, Hunt remains ahead of Perine in the pecking order, and Clyde Edwards-Helaire (illness) is expected back in Week 5, so there isn't a ton to like about Perine's fantasy prospects moving forward.

    Published: Tue, Oct 1 at 10:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets nine touches with Pacheco hurt

    Perine rushed six times for 25 yards while catching three of four targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 22-17 win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: Perine played second fiddle to Carson Steele (17 carries for 72 yards) in Kansas City's first game without Isiah Pacheco (fibula), who is expected to be out for six-to-eight weeks. While Perine has carved out some utility in passing situations, he remains an afterthought in the game plan, and Kansas City's backfield could get more crowded in the coming weeks with Kareem Hunt having joined the practice squad Tuesday and Clyde Edwards-Helaire (illness) eligible to come off the…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 8:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Opportunities opening up

    Perine played nine of Kansas City's 65 offensive snaps and finished with one reception for three yards on his lone target in Sunday's 26-25 win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: Perine has now logged single-digit snap counts in each of his first two games with Kansas City, but he could be headed for more playing time with Isiah Pacheco (fibula/ankle) likely to land on injured reserve after getting hurt in Sunday's win, per Charles Goldman of AToZSports.com. Undrafted rookie Carson Steele (seven carries for 24 yards in Week 2) could be first in line for early-down work, but Perine should at least settle in as the team's preferred option on passing downs. Since Steele…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 16 at 7:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sparsely plays in Kansas City debut

    Perine secured one of two targets for 10 yards during Thursday's 27-20 win over the Ravens. He did not log a rushing attempt.

    Analysis: Perine, who signed with the Chiefs just over a week and a half ago, played eight offensive snaps in his team debut, an indication that he hasn't yet fully acclimated to coach Andy Reid's offensive scheme. Still, the one target Perine failed to haul in seemed like a hint of better things to come. If he'd secured that short dump-off from Patrick Mahomes in the third quarter, there was only open field standing between Perine and a touchdown. The pass-catching specialist will work to increase his…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 6 at 8:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for role behind Pacheco

    As Thursday night's game against the Ravens approaches, Perine is in line to work in a complementary role behind lead back Isiah Pacheco, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Though Perine only signed with the Chiefs this past Wednesday, he should be in the mix for work behind Pacheco out of the gate this season along with rookie Carson Steele, given that Clyde Edwards-Helaire has been placed on the reserve/non-football illness list and will miss at least four games. It remains to be seen what sort of workload Perine will see versus Baltimore, but in the coming weeks the 28-year-old may be able to garner enough touches to merit lineup consideration in deeper formats.

    Published: Mon, Sep 2 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Will suit up Week 1

    Chiefs coach Andy Reid said Sunday that Perine will be available for the team's regular-season opener versus Baltimore on Thursday, Pete Sweeney of ArrowheadPride.com reports.

    Analysis: Perine didn't sign with the Chiefs until this past Wednesday, but that won't prevent him from being able to play in Kansas City's first game of the campaign. The veteran running back may not be fully up to speed on the playbook and thus could be held to limited work, and even when he's fully familiar with the team's system it's not clear how much work he'll log behind starting running back Isiah Pacheco. In addition to Perine, Kansas City's backup RBs include Clyde Edwards-Helaire (illness) and…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 1 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could play in Week 1

    GM Brett Veach relayed Thursday that he hopes Perine will be able to play in next week's season opener against the Ravens, Adam Teicher of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The Chiefs kick off their 2024 campaign next Thursday, which shortens the amount of time the looming addition will have to get up to speed with the team's offense ahead of Week 1. However, as the season progresses it's plausible that Perine will have a chance to earn a key complementary role for his new team behind top back Isiah Pacheco.

    Published: Thu, Aug 29 at 11:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands with Kansas City

    Perine agreed to a contract with Kansas City on Wednesday, Jordan Schultz of BleacherReport.com reports.

    Analysis: Perine, who was released as one of Denver's roster cuts Tuesday, is a proven pass catcher and now lands in what projects to be one of the NFL's top-scoring offenses. Isiah Pacheco is firmly established atop the Chiefs' depth chart, but Clyde Edwards-Helaire (illness) and Carson Steele are surmountable competition for a depth role at running back. Perine secured a career-high 50 of 56 passes for 455 yards across 17 regular-season games with the Broncos last season, in addition to 53 carries for…read more

    Published: Wed, Aug 28 at 10:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Let go by Broncos

    Perine was released by the Broncos on Tuesday.

    Analysis: It was reported Monday that the Broncos planned to release Perine if they were unable to trade him, and now the running back will have an opportunity to secure a depth role elsewhere. Chances are, the 28-year-old will find a new team in short order, though it remains to be seen if he'll land in a spot that will present him with a clear path to steady backfield touches.

    Published: Tue, Aug 27 at 4:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line to be cut

    The Broncos are slated to release or trade Perine prior to Tuesday's roster cuts deadline, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Perine is the odd man out in Denver's backfield, with all of Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin and Audric Estime having made strong cases for roles this preseason. The eight-year veteran could garner some interest on the trade market for teams in need of proven depth, especially given his skills in pass protection and as a receiver. As a result of Perine's non-guaranteed $3 million salary this season, however, teams could opt to simply wait for his release by the Broncos and then negotiate…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 26 at 2:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Handles five carries

    Perine rushed five times for 16 yards and caught one of his two targets for five yards in Sunday's 27-2 preseason win over the Packers.

    Analysis: After failing to record a single rush or reception in the Broncos' first preseason game, Perine touched the ball on six of his 11 offensive snaps in the contest. The veteran running back remains in a crowded running back room, competing with presumed starter Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin and Audric Estime for playing time in the 2024 campaign. As the preseason nears its end, Perine will look to hold on to his roster spot in Denver. If he does, the 28-year-old would likely be the favorite…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 19 at 9:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Targeted once in win

    Perine failed to record a carry or reel in his lone target in Sunday's 34-30 preseason win over the Colts.

    Analysis: Perine was a non-factor in Denver's first preseason game, playing just 16 percent of the team's offensive snaps in the contest. The veteran did, however, bobble his one target right into an interception for the Colts. Heading into training camp, there was speculation that the 28-year-old could end up a cap casualty, as he is competing for a roster spot in a crowded running back room with Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin and rookie Audric Estime. Perine's skills as a pass catcher and in pass…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 12 at 6:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Potential cap casualty

    Perine is competing for a role in Denver's backfield but could end up being a cap casualty if the Broncos are satisfied with their reserve options behind starter Javonte Williams, Nick Kosmider of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Perine has a non-guaranteed $3 million salary for the second season of his two-year contract. That's a reasonable number for someone who offers good pass protection and reliable hands while also playing special teams, but the Broncos could nonetheless cut or trade Perine if they feel comfortable with Jaleel McLaughlin, Blake Watson or Tyler Badie as a passing-down specialist. None of those other backs can match Perine for size, blocking or experience, but they would probably have an edge over…read more

    Published: Wed, May 29 at 9:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal production in season finale

    Perine carried three times for seven yards and caught three of four targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 27-14 loss to to Raiders.

    Analysis: Perine played 38 percent of the Broncos' offensive snaps in the contest, placing him behind starter Javonte Williams (41) but ahead of Jaleel McLaughlin (nine), the latter of whom exited early with a head injury. After signing a two-year, $7.5 million deal with Denver last spring, Perine finished his first season in Denver with 53 carries for 238 yards and a touchdown and a career-high 50 receptions for 455 yards. Heading into the final year of his contract in 2024, Perine should continue to…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 10 at 10:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Handles four carries

    Perine rushed four times for 10 yards and caught both of his targets for 16 yards in Sunday's 16-9 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Perine operated as the Broncos' No. 3 running back Sunday, playing just 17 of Denver's 69 offensive snaps. Meanwhile, fellow running backs Javonte Williams and Jaleel McLaughlin were on the field for 31 and 19 snaps, respectively. Perine's 26 total yards from scrimmage was his lowest total since Week 13, and it appears he has taken a backseat to the rookie McLaughlin in the backfield pecking order. With such limited opportunities, the veteran remains off the fantasy radar heading into a Week 18…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 2 at 9:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Five touches in loss

    Perine rushed once for two yards and caught four of five targets for 27 yards in Sunday's 26-23 loss to the Patriots.

    Analysis: He played 24 of Denver's 69 offensive snaps while starter Javonte Williams was on the field for 27 snaps. Despite handling a near-even split in snaps with Williams, Perine didn't make much of an impact. The 28-year-old RB should at least have a better chance of turning a modest workload into useful fantasy numbers during the Week 17 matchup against a vulnerable Chargers defense.

    Published: Tue, Dec 26 at 9:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in loss

    Perine rushed six times for 37 yards and caught his lone target for 11 yards in Saturday's 42-17 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: Perine operated as the primary backup to Javonte Williams on Saturday, playing 39 percent of the Broncos' offensive snaps while Williams handled a 48 percent snap share. The former Bengal was the more efficient back, as Williams recorded 20 yards on 14 touches, but Perine's slightly elevated usage in Week 15 was likely due to game script, as the Broncos were playing from behind throughout the game. The veteran will be hard to trust for fantasy purposes as long as Williams can stay healthy. The…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 5:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • In clear for Saturday's game

    Perine (knee) doesn't have a game status for Saturday's matchup with the Lions after he was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: After being listed as a full participant Tuesday on the Broncos' first Week 15 injury report, Perine was downgraded to a non-participant Wednesday, but his return to full activity Thursday suggests his absence from practice was maintenance-related. He should be able to fill his usual role as the Broncos' preferred running back on passing downs, with Javonte Williams continuing to see the bulk of the snaps on early downs. Perine has drawn at least one target in all 13 of Denver's games to date…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 14 at 2:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as non-participant Wednesday

    Perine (knee/rest) didn't practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: Perine was estimated as a full practice participant Tuesday, but was deemed a non-participant a day later. Given that his listed absence was attributed to a combination of knee/rest, chances are Perine will be back in practice in some fashion Thursday. A return to full participation would pave the way for the running back to approach Saturday's game against the Lions minus an injury designation.

    Published: Wed, Dec 13 at 2:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Five catches in win

    Perine (knee) rushed twice for eight yards and caught all five of his targets for 36 yards in Sunday's 24-7 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Perine finished second behind Courtland Sutton (62) in receiving yards. He handled his usual role in the backfield on passing situations, suggesting that the knee injury that kept Perine out of Friday's practice isn't hampering him any longer. Perine has caught multiple passes in all but one game for the Broncos heading into a Week 15 trip to Detroit.

    Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 6:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Active as expected Week 14

    Perine (knee) is

    Analysis: The veteran complementary back was reported to be in line to suit up Sunday, and his availability is now confirmed. Perine will therefore be available to handle his usual solid No. 2 role alongside top back Javonte Williams against a Chargers defense that's allowed 149 rushing yards per contest in the last three games, along with the second-most receptions (75) to running backs on the season.

    Published: Sun, Dec 10 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line to take field Sunday

    Perine (knee) is expected to be active for Sunday's Week 14 game versus the Chargers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Perine popped up on the injury report Friday due to a knee issue that caused him to miss practice. Despite that development, the running back appears in line to suit up against the Chargers on Sunday. Perine will likely continue to work as the Broncos' No. 2 back behind Javonte Williams in that contest.

    Published: Sat, Dec 9 at 9:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable after missed practice

    Perine is questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers with a knee injury.

    Analysis: Perine was listed as a full participant in practices Wednesday and Thursday, but he might have suffered a setback at some point along the way after downgrading to no activity Friday. Given the way he ended the week of practice, Perine may not be ready to play Sunday, though official word on his status should come when Denver releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to the game's 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff. If Perine is out this weekend, rookie Jaleel McLaughlin could be in line for additional…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 8 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal involvement in Week 13

    Perine rushed once for one yard and caught both of his targets for five yards in Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: Perine's quiet performance Sunday came on day when the Broncos offense took a step back from their recent stretch of success. Perine played just 12 of Denver's 60 offensive snaps, behind Javonte Williams (39) and ahead of Jaleel McLaughlin (9). The veteran recorded season lows in receiving yards and rushing yards in games with at least one carry. Based on Perine's inconsistent usage behind Williams, he remains an untrustworthy option for fantasy purposes. The 28-year-old should continue to have…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 5 at 7:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores first TD in 2023

    Perine carried the ball seven times for 55 yards and a touchdown and caught his only target for 11 yards in Sunday's 29-12 win over the Browns.

    Analysis: Javonte Williams left the game briefly on the Broncos' opening drive to be checked out for a neck injury, and Perine took advantage by scoring his first TD of the season on a three-yard plunge. Williams was back in on the next possession, but Perine continued to make an impact when he had the ball in his hands, with three of his subsequent touches going for more than 10 yards. It's been a disappointing first season in Denver for the 28-year-old back, who got into the end zone six times with the…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 26 at 6:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs full practice Thursday

    Perine (knee) was listed as a full practice participant Thursday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Perine was limited Wednesday, but his return to all activity a day later sets the stage for the running back to be available for Sunday's game against the Browns. Though Perine has logged just one carry in each of his last three contests, he made his mark Week 11 by catching all seven of his targets for 60 yards in a 21-20 win over the Vikings. Overall, he's averaging 2.9 carries for 11.8 yards and 3.2 catches for 32.6 yards per game through 10 outings, numbers that give Perine modest fantasy…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 23 at 1:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by knee issue

    Perine was a limited participant at practice Wednesday due to a knee injury.

    Analysis: Though Perine carried just once for seven yards in this past Sunday's 21-20 win over Minnesota, he made a mark by catching all seven of his targets for 60 yards. Following a limited session Wednesday, Perine's status is now worth monitoring for those considering using him in PPR formats this weekend against the Browns.

    Published: Wed, Nov 22 at 3:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perfect receiving night

    Perine gained seven yards on his lone rush attempt while catching all seven of his targets for 60 yards in Sunday's 21-20 win over Minnesota.

    Analysis: Perine finished with one carry for the third consecutive week, but it was his work as a receiver that made an impact in the box score. The veteran backup racked up more than half of his production on the Broncos' game-winning touchdown drive in the closing moments of Sunday's win. Perine was not the beneficiary of the aforementioned score, but he strung together chunks of yardage on four consecutive receptions that helped bring Denver within striking distance of Minnesota's goal line. Javonte…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 19 at 10:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees work as pass catcher

    Perine rushed the ball one time for eight yards in Monday's 24-22 win over the Bills. He added three receptions for 35 yards.

    Analysis: Perine's role as a rusher remained minimal, as he now has two or fewer rushes in four consecutive games. Instead, he was primarily on the field in passing scenarios and managed to finish tied for second on the team in receiving yards. Perine serves a valuable role for the Denver offense due to his work as a pass blocker, but that currently translates to little fantasy value.

    Published: Mon, Nov 13 at 9:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One carry in win

    Perine rushed once for five yards and caught two of his three targets for 16 yards in Sunday's 24-9 win over Kansas City.

    Analysis: Perine's limited usage continued Sunday, as the running back played just 17 of the Broncos' 71 offensive snaps while starter Javonte Williams was on the field for 45 snaps. Meanwhile, rookie Jaleel McLaughlin played just eight snaps but handled three more carries than Perine. The 2023 campaign has been mostly a disappointment for the former Bengal, as he has clearly taken a back seat to McLaughlin as the No. 2 option in Denver's ground game. Perine is remaining involved in the passing attack…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 30 at 6:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Five touches in win

    Perine rushed two times for 10 yards and secured all three of his targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 19-17 win over the Packers.

    Analysis: Perine played 15 of the Broncos' 59 offensive snaps Sunday, behind starter Javonte Williams (31) and ahead of Jaleel McLaughlin (10). The veteran Perine has earned minimal usage on the ground; however, he remains relatively active as a receiver out of the backfield. Perine has reeled in at least two catches in every game this season, totaling 20 receptions for 215 yards through the first seven contests this season. With both Williams and McLaughlin handling most of the rushing duties, Perine…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 24 at 11:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not on injury report

    Perine (leg/knee) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report.

    Analysis: Troy Renck of Denver 7 News previously relayed that Perine may have sustained a leg or knee injury during last Thursday's loss to the Chiefs, but the running back is evidently good to go for Sunday's game against the Packers. At this stage, however, Perine's fantasy upside is capped, with Javonte Williams on hand to lead Denver's backfield and Jaleel McLaughlin having carved out a key complementary role in the team's backfield of late.

    Published: Wed, Oct 18 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited role Thursday

    Perine (leg/knee) logged nine of a possible 52 snaps on offense in Thursday's 19-8 loss to the Chiefs, Parker Gabriel of The Denver Post reports.

    Analysis: With Javonte Williams (18 snaps/10 carries) back in action after a one-game absence Thursday and Jaleel McLaughlin (21 snaps/seven carries) also factoring in, Perine saw a reduced role in Week 6 en route to recording zero carries, two catches for 16 yards, and a fumble late in the game. Per Troy Renck of Denver 7 News, Perine may have suffered a leg or knee injury during the contest, so the running back's status will be something to monitor ahead of Denver's Oct. 22 matchup against Green Bay.

    Published: Fri, Oct 13 at 6:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Two catches Thursday

    Perine may have suffered a leg or knee injury during Thursday's 19-8 loss to the Chiefs, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.

    Analysis: Perine fumbled on Denver's final offensive play of the game, and he presumably suffered the injury during that sequence. The severity of the issue isn't clear, but he'll have nine days to rest and recover before the Broncos square off against Green Bay in Week 7. Perine didn't see a rushing attempt Thursday, though he did have two catches for 16 yards.

    Published: Thu, Oct 12 at 8:25pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Effective as receiver Sunday

    Perine rushed six times for 22 yards while catching four of five targets for 73 yards in Sunday's 31-21 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Perine wound up splitting time with undrafted rookie Jaleel McLaughlin in place of Javonte Williams (quadriceps) on Sunday, receiving 10 combined touches compared to the latter's 12. Both players were productive when called upon, with Perine doing most of his damage as a receiver out of the backfield. McLaughlin wound up with the better fantasy line by scoring the only touchdown between the two, and he was also the first back deployed by Denver in the loss. That said, Perine should maintain his…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 7:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In line for added work Sunday

    Perine is expected to start Sunday against the Jets, with Javonte Williams (quadriceps) inactive for the contest, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.

    Analysis: In last weekend's win over the Bears -- a contest in which Williams played just eight snaps on offense -- Perine logged 22 snaps with six carries for 12 yards with two catches for 23 yards while rookie Jaleel McLaughlin took 16 snaps and carried seven times for 72 yards with three catches for 32 yards and a touchdown. With Williams out this weekend, Dwayne Washington is available in reserve, with Perine and McLaughlin likely to form a timeshare out of the backfield. Thus, Perine represents a…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 8 at 12:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet despite Williams' injury

    Perine rushed six times for 12 yards and caught both of his targets for 23 yards in Sunday's 31-28 win over Chicago.

    Analysis: Javonte Williams (hip) exited after two drives, but Jaleel McLaughlin produced 104 scrimmage yards and a receiving touchdown on 10 touches while Perine failed to find running room. Perine has just 161 scrimmage yards on 18 carries and 13 targets through four games with Denver, but if Williams is unable to play in Week 5 against the Jets, both Perine and McLaughlin could be in line for additional opportunities.

    Published: Sun, Oct 1 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal involvement in loss

    Perine rushed three times for nine yards and secured two of his three targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 70-20 loss to the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Perine had another disappointing outing Sunday as the Broncos fell to the Dolphins in a blowout loss. The veteran played fewer offensive snaps (19) than Javonte Williams (26), but both backs finished with two grabs on three targets in the passing game. As the season moves on, it's likely that Williams will continue to see the majority of the work out of the backfield, as the second-year rusher handled 11 carries on the ground compared to Perine's three. Going forward, it seems Perine could be…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 25 at 9:17am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in loss

    Perine carried once for four yards and secured three of his four targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 35-33 loss to the Commanders.

    Analysis: Despite leading all Denver running backs in offensive snaps, Perine was unable to get much going for fantasy purposes. The veteran's 50 percent snap share was just over that of teammate Javonte Williams, who reached a 45 percent snap share in the contest. With that said, Williams was much more involved in the game plan with 12 carries and three targets. It's possible that Perine could continue to see a dip in touches as Williams proves he can handle a normal workload. Nonetheless, the…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 6:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Efficient on 12 touches in defeat

    Perine rushed eight times for 41 yards and secured all four targets for 37 yards in the Broncos' 17-16 loss to the Raiders on Sunday.

    Analysis: Perine served as an ideal complement to Javonte Williams, who was playing in his first regular-season game since his season-ending knee injury in Week 4 of 2022. While Williams' 13 carries Sunday might be a bit misleading given head coach Sean Payton had noted his lead back would be on a "minutes limit" in the contest, Perine's workload was nevertheless encouraging for the time being. The 2017 fourth-round pick of Washington carved out a steady but relatively modest complementary role behind…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 10 at 6:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Resumes backup role

    Perine rushed three times for 22 yards and no receptions in Saturday's preseason loss to San Francisco.

    Analysis: Perine was the second running back to enter Saturday's contest following the healthy return of Javonte Williams (knee). The latter saw the bulk of action on Denver's opening drive, confirming Williams' status as lead back. The 27-year-old should still receive touches as a backup (similar to his time in Cincinnati), especially early in the season while the team eases Williams back into action. However, any hopes for Perine to begin the year as starter if Williams wasn't ready for Week 1 can be…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 20 at 12:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Handles first-team duties

    Perine rushed for 26 yards on six attempts and did not haul in his lone target in Friday's preseason opener against Arizona.

    Analysis: Perine got the start with Javonte Williams (knee) still being eased back into action after missing most of last season with a torn ACL. Head coach Sean Payton insists that Williams can and will see the field this preseason, which would be an impressive feat considering how severe knee injuries can be to return from without issue, especially at the running back position. That's one of the main reasons the Broncos added a reliable veteran like Perine, not to just complement the lead back, but…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 12 at 4:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • No concern with thumb injury

    Perine was diagnosed with a bruised thumb after his early exit from practice Wednesday, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.

    Analysis: Even a relatively severe thumb injury wouldn't be too worrisome at this time of the year with nearly three months to recover before Week 1. The real concern in the Denver backfield is Javonte Williams' ongoing rehab from ACL and LCL tears, though coach Sean Payton reiterated Thursday that he's "optimistic" about the 23-year-old's progress. Perine signed a two-year, $7.5 million contract in March and is the only RB on the roster besides Williams with 100 or more NFL touches. Behind those two,…read more

    Published: Thu, Jun 15 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurts thumb Wednesday

    Broncos head coach Sean Payton said Wednesday that Perine made an early exit from practice to have his thumb evaluated, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.

    Analysis: After emerging as a viable backup in Cincinnati from 2020 through 2022 -- he tallied 4.4 yards per carry and an 80.9 percent catch rate -- Perine linked up with Denver this offseason on a two-year, $7.5 million contract. In the event that Javonte Williams (knee) doesn't recover from the ACL and LCL tears by Week 1, Perine would have a prime opportunity to produce out of the Broncos backfield. First, though, Perine will need to recover from his current health concern -- which Payton downplayed…read more

    Published: Wed, Jun 14 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • May have significant role in Denver

    Perine could see his most substantial workload of his career this season, Nick Kosmider of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Perine was signed by the Broncos this offseason due to the uncertainty of starter Javonte Williams' availability heading into the 2023 campaign. Though Denver appears to be optimistic that Williams could be ready for the start of training camp, it seems Perine is viewed by the Broncos coaching staff as more than just a backup plan. In discussing the veteran's signing, head coach Sean Payton indicated that "this is a guy that gave us flexibility. We signed him because we knew he was durable and…read more

    Published: Sat, May 20 at 7:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Joining Denver backfield

    Perine agreed to a two-year, $7.5 million contract with the Broncos on Tuesday, Mike Garafolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Per the report, the deal includes another $1 million in incentives. After having backed up Joe Mixon in Cincinnati, Perine is poised to join a Denver backfield that also includes 2021 second-round selection Javonte Williams (knee), who spent most of the past season on injured reserve while recovering from ACL surgery. If Williams endures any complications in his recovery that threatens his available for the start of the 2023 season, Perine will be a candidate to see a significant share of the…read more

    Published: Tue, Mar 14 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores in possible Cincy finale

    Perine rushed five times for 22 yards and a touchdown while catching three of four targets for four yards in Sunday's 23-20 AFC Championship Game loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Joe Burrow led the Bengals with 30 rushing yards on four attempts, but Perine was more effective than Joe Mixon, who mustered only 19 yards on eight carries. Perine tied the score at 20-20 with a two-yard touchdown run early in the fourth quarter. That touchdown could prove to be his last with the Bengals, as Perine will be an unrestricted free agent this offseason.

    Published: Sun, Jan 29 at 8:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Runs well in win

    Perine had seven carries for 33 yards and another five catches for 31 yards in Sunday's AFC divisional-round win over the Bills.

    Analysis: The Bengals ran the ball well all day despite missing three starting offensive linemen. Joe Mixon took the lead and was great, but Perine was solid all day too.

    Published: Sun, Jan 22 at 8:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited work in win

    Perine had four carries for three yards and three catches for 19 yards on four targets in Saturday's win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: Perine took a back seat to Joe Mixon after carrying a heavier workload in previous games. Is this a harbinger of the workload split in weeks to come, or just how it worked out this week? The Bengals jumped out to a big lead early, which might have dictated their usage between the two backs.

    Published: Sat, Dec 24 at 10:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Eight touches in win

    Perine had seven carries for 24 yards and one reception for no gain in Sunday's 34-23 win over the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: In Joe Mixon's second game back from a two-game absence due to a concussion, Perine saw 38 percent of Cincinnati's offensive snaps compared to the latter's 64 percent. Perine ultimately received half as many touches compared to his backfield mate. This week, New England's stout run defense doesn't provide a particularly appetizing matchup in Week 16.

    Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 12:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores in Week 14 win

    Perine had four carries for 22 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's win over the Browns. He also had one catch for two yards on five targets.

    Analysis: On the touchdown, Perine broke a tackle and seemingly caught the Browns off-guard by bouncing outside. Perine had two drops among those five targets. With Joe Mixon back, Perine was back to a secondary role, but at least the red-zone work gave him fantasy viability.

    Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 2:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could be involved with Mixon back

    Perine will cede starting running back duties to Joe Mixon in Sunday's game against the Browns after the latter practiced fully Wednesday and cleared the NFL's concussion protocol, but Perine may have earned a larger role than he previously held after excelling as a replacement for Mixon over the past two games, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: According to Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic, head coach Zac Taylor already confirmed Wednesday that Mixon would reclaim the starting role, even though Perine amassed 248 yards from scrimmage and a touchdown on 48 touches (38 carries, 10 catches) over the previous two weeks while helping the Bengals knock off likely playoff teams in the Titans and Chiefs. Before exiting early in the Bengals' Week 11 win over the Steelers, Mixon had played more than two-thirds of the snaps in each of the team's…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 8 at 11:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tallies 155 total yards

    Perine had 21 carries for 106 yards along with six catches for 49 yards in the Bengals' Week 13 win over the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Perine consistently converted first downs against the Chiefs, often breaking tackles in the process. About the only thing he didn't do was get into the end zone, instead seeing Chris Evans record the go-ahead receiving touchdown in the fourth quarter. Even if Joe Mixon returns next week, Perine has likely earned a bigger role in the Bengals offense than he had prior to Mixon's concussion.

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 5:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set to fill in for Mixon

    With Joe Mixon (concussion) inactive for Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Perine is in line to see an expanded role in the Bengals' Week 13 backfield.

    Analysis: While Mixon was sidelined in last weekend's 20-16 win over the Titans, Perine logged 17 carries for 58 yards and a TD to go along with four catches (on seven targets) for 35 yards. This time around, Perine figures to log the bulk of the Bengals' backfield touches once again, with Trayveon Williams and Chris Evans on hand in reserve, a context that gives Perine some Week 13 fantasy lineup utility.

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 12:11pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Appears poised for another start

    Perine is tentatively on track to serve as Cincinnati's lead back for Sunday's game against the Chiefs with Joe Mixon listed as questionable but not expected to clear the NFL's five-step concussion protocol in advance of the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Mixon still has a few more hours to potentially gain clearance from an independent neurologist, but after he was able to practice only on a limited basis this week, the Bengals may not be keen on handing him his typical workload even if he defies the odds and plays Sunday. With that in mind, Perine looks in store for a three-down role for the second game in a row, after he played 80 percent of the snaps on offense in last week's 20-16 win over the Titans. Perine carried a season-high 17 times…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 5:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Carries load for Bengals

    Perine had 17 carries for 58 yards and a touchdown along with four catches for 35 yards in Sunday's win over the Titans.

    Analysis: Perine's yards per carry (3.4) aren't very impressive, but he earned some very tough first downs in short-yardage situations and got stronger as the game progressed. He's unlikely to supplant Joe Mixon (concussion) when Mixon is ready to return, but he'll continue to earn opportunities to spell him at times.

    Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for expanded role Sunday

    Perine is poised to serve as the Bengals' starting running back Sunday against the Titans with Joe Mixon (concussion) ruled out for the contest, James Rapien of SI.com reports.

    Analysis: Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site adds that Chris Evans and Trayveon Williams are candidates to see expanded roles with Mixon out of the lineup, but Perine profiles as the top option to replace Mixon as the team's lead man out of the backfield. Sunday, After Mixon's early exit in the Bengals' 37-30 win over the Steelers in Week 11, Perine recorded 11 carries for 30 yards and caught all four of his targets for 52 yards and three touchdowns.

    Published: Fri, Nov 25 at 10:13am by Rotowire.com
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  • Three receiving touchdowns

    Perine came up big in relief of an injured Joe Mixon on Sunday, catching four passes for 52 yards and three touchdowns and logging 11 carries for 30 yards.

    Analysis: Mixon left late in the first half with a concussion, and Perine took over the majority of the running back duties. Trayveon Williams also chipped in with two late carries. If Mixon can't return next week, Perine will be a priority pickup, albeit with a tough matchup on the road against the Titans.

    Published: Sun, Nov 20 at 4:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • More work in blowout win

    Perine had six carries for 51 yards and one catch for three more yards in Sunday's romp over Carolina.

    Analysis: Perine was able to play 25 offensive snaps, with Joe Mixon resting after scoring a whopping five times. The Bengals rested most of their offensive starters with a little under 4:00 remaining in the third quarter.

    Published: Tue, Nov 8 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Barely involved against Falcons

    Perine had just one carry for zero yards and two catches for eight yards in Sunday's win over the Falcons.

    Analysis: Once again, Joe Mixon handled the lion's share of the offensive snaps and the carries for the Bengals. Perine has just seven touches combined over the last two weeks.

    Published: Mon, Oct 24 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal involvement in win

    Perine had two carries for five yards and caught both of his targets for 11 yards in Sunday's 30-26 win over the Saints.

    Analysis: Perine played just 14 of the Bengals' 57 offensive snaps while starting running back Joe Mixon was on the field for 41 snaps. Though Cincinnati has struggled on the ground this season, the team is committed to giving Mixon the opportunity to get going. For that reason, Perine will likely continue to see limited action in relief of Mixon. The 27-year-old Perine will look to make the most of his touches when the Bengals host the Falcons in Week 7.

    Published: Tue, Oct 18 at 7:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Good to go Week 6

    Perine (abdomen) was a full practice participant Friday and doesn't have a designation for Sunday's game in New Orleans.

    Analysis: As usual, Perine is on track to handle No. 2 duties out of the backfield behind three-down workhorse Joe Mixon. The role hasn't translated to much playing time or consistent touches for Perine, who is averaging just three carries and two receptions per game and hasn't seen the field for more than one-third of the snaps on offense in any of the Bengals' first five contests.

    Published: Fri, Oct 14 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited with abdomen injury

    Perine was a limited practice participant Wednesday due to an abdomen injury, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Perine filled his usual role in the Week 5 loss to Baltimore, taking seven touches for 56 yards while playing 17 snaps off the bench behind Joe Mixon. His ability to practice in any capacity at the beginning of the week suggests Perine should be ready for a similar role this Sunday in New Orleans. If not, the Bengals can turn to Chris Evans to sub in for Mixon on third downs and give him the occasional breather on early downs.

    Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Busy when on field

    Perine had three carries for 17 yards and another four catches for 39 yards in Sunday night's loss to the Ravens.

    Analysis: Perine played only 17 offensive snaps, so he was fairly active for those snaps. The Bengals did a better job of getting Joe Mixon going last week, so this sort of playing time ratio is likely to continue for Perine.

    Published: Tue, Oct 11 at 11:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches first 2022 touchdown

    Perine scored the Bengals' initial touchdown in their win over the Jets on Sunday on a pass in the red zone. He ended up with a combined 61 yards rushing and receiving.

    Analysis: Perine got the bulk of his carries late, but he ended up rushing nine times for 47 yards to go along with his two catches for 14 yards. He was more effective running the ball than teammate Joe Mixon, albeit he had the benefit of getting most of his work against a tired opponent.

    Published: Tue, Sep 27 at 12:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited role in loss

    Perine had one carry for two yards and caught his only target for eight yards in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Perine continued to operate as the Bengals' clear No. 2 running back behind Joe Mixon, playing just 14 of the team's 70 offensive snaps. With Mixon being used as a true workhorse, Perine will likely find it difficult to see enough usage to reach fantasy relevance. The 27-year-old backup remains off the fantasy radar ahead of a matchup with the Jets in Week 3.

    Published: Tue, Sep 20 at 9:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to third-down duty

    Perine had one carry for four yards and three catches for 33 yards in the Bengals' 23-20 overtime loss to the Steelers on Sunday.

    Analysis: He was essentially the third-down back for the Bengals, with Joe Mixon shouldering a workhorse role. Perine totaled 23 offensive snaps, at least standing pat as the primary backup ahead of Chris Evans (zero offensive snaps).

    Published: Wed, Sep 14 at 8:15am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not in line to play Sunday

    Perine isn't expected to play in Sunday's preseason game against the Giants, Kelsey Conway of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

    Analysis: With top back Joe Mixon also not in line to play Sunday, Conway indicates that Chris Evans is a candidate to see his share of snaps against the Giants. As Week 1 approaches, Perine profiles as Mixon's top backup.

    Published: Sun, Aug 21 at 3:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Impresses at training camp

    Perine has been "all over the field making plays" in training camp, according to Jay Morrison and Paul Dehner Jr. of The Athletic.

    Analysis: While Perine is no threat to supplant top back Joe Mixon, he's looking to cement the No. 2 slot in the Bengals' backfield and at this stage it appears as though he has a solid chance to hold off 2021 sixth-rounder Chris Evans on that front. Though neither Perine or Evans profile as reliable fantasy lineup options when Mixon is healthy, if Cincinnati's top back misses time this season, Perine figures to absorb a good chunk of the the team's early-down work, with Evans factoring in as a…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 12 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Competing with Evans

    Perine (undisclosed) appears to be ahead of Chris Evans in the competition to secure the backup job behind Joe Mixon, Chris Roling of the USA Today reports.

    Analysis: With that in mind, coach Zac Taylor recently noted that "(Perine's) certainly got a leg up right now in that battle, but that's what training camp is for. Plenty of times, guys step up and have huge growth. We'll see where it goes." Either way, Evans -- a 2021 sixth-rounder -- has a chance to factor in, particularly in passing situations, but as long as Perine can stay healthy, he'll be in the mix for early down touches that don't go to Mixon. To that point, it's worth noting that trainers had…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 2 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • All set for training camp

    The Bengals removed Perine (undisclosed) from the active/PUP list Wednesday and returned him to the active roster.

    Analysis: Perine is ready to go as the Bengals' training camp gets underway Wednesday. He's expected to operate as Joe Mixon's primary backup once again this season, though he'll have to compete with Chris Evans for the role.

    Published: Wed, Jul 27 at 8:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands on PUP list

    Perine (undisclosed) was placed on the Bengals' active/PUP list Saturday.

    Analysis: Perine can be removed from this list and practice at any point before the regular season, but he will need to first receive a corresponding medical clearance. The running back's addition to this list comes as somewhat of a surprise after he went through voluntary OTAs without any reported injuries. Perine played 16 games as the Bengals' secondary running back behind Joe Mixon last season, recording 442 scrimmage yards and two scores on 82 total touches, but he likely will have to compete with…read more

    Published: Sat, Jul 23 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No production in loss

    Perine had two carries for zero yards and failed to catch his lone target Sunday during 23-20 loss to the Rams in Super Bowl LVI.

    Analysis: Perine played only 13 offensive snaps Sunday, with his most impactful play being a zero-yard run on third down late in the fourth quarter, which helped set up Cincinnati's turnover on downs a play later. The 26-year-old caught three passes for 43 yards and a touchdown during the AFC Championship Game but was unable to replicate that production in the Super Bowl. Perine totaled 55 carries for 246 yards and 27 receptions for 196 yards and two total touchdowns in 16 games during the regular…read more

    Published: Mon, Feb 14 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone on long reception

    Perine recorded three receptions on four targets for 43 yards in Sunday's 27-24 overtime win over Kansas City in the AFC Championship Game.

    Analysis: Perine didn't see a single carry, with Joe Mixon instead seeing all the work out of the backfield on the ground. However, Perine scored on a 41-yard screen pass late in the first half, which began Cincinnati's comeback effort. Perine isn't likely to see a major role in the Super Bowl, but he's flashed effectiveness as a pass catcher at various points throughout the campaign.

    Published: Sun, Jan 30 at 4:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One carry against Raiders

    Perine had one carry for two yards without any targets in the passing game in Saturday's playoff win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: Perine occasionally was in the game on third down for Joe Mixon, but for the most part it was the latter handling the backfield workload. Teammate Chris Evans got as much work as Perine.

    Published: Sun, Jan 16 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No offensive snaps in Week 18

    Perine did not play a single offensive snap in Sunday's 21-16 loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: Perine was reported to be the Bengals' starting running back in Week 18 with Joe Mixon on the reserve/COVID-19 list, but this never came to fruition. Instead, Perine failed to log an offensive snap while playing 16 snaps on special teams. Fellow running backs Chris Evans and Trayveon Williams carried the load for Cincinnati in the season finale. Perine finished the season with 55 rushes for 246 yards and one touchdown, adding 27 catches for 196 yards and a score. The 26-year-old is under…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 12 at 5:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely starting Week 18

    Perine likely will work as Cincinnati's lead back Sunday against the Browns, after teammate Joe Mixon tested positive for the coronavirus Wednesday, Chase Goodbread of NFL.com reports.

    Analysis: Mixon will be placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list and is expected to miss his first game of the season, with the Bengals unlikely to rush him back even if he's able to quickly clear the NFL's COVID-19 return-to-play protocol. Quarterback Joe Burrow (knee) said he'll be rested for the regular-season finale, so it's a good bet other key Bengals will be held out or play only limited snaps this weekend. Still, it's an excellent opportunity for Perine, who has 55 carries for 246 yards (4.5 YPC) and…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 5 at 12:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • One catch, one carry

    Perine had one catch for 10 yards and one carry for four yards in Sunday's 34-31 win over the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Perine was on the field for 20 offensive snaps but wasn't used all that frequently. It'll be interesting to see if the Bengals try to preserve Joe Mixon next week at Cleveland, given that they've clinched the division.

    Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 4:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Barely plays

    Perine saw just 11 snaps in Sunday's win over the Ravens, netting zero carries and two catches for six yards.

    Analysis: The Bengals essentially eschewed the running game in this one, not surprising given how successful Joe Burrow was throwing the ball against the Ravens' skeleton crew secondary. Moreover, Joe Mixon's ankle proved to be just fine, so there was little need for Perine to spell him.

    Published: Tue, Dec 28 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Watching Mixon's status

    Perine would be next in line to start for the Bengals at running back if Joe Mixon (ankle) can't go in Week 16.

    Analysis: Mixon twice came off the field due to an ankle injury last Sunday but was on for the last snap, which was a kneel-down. Perine wound up with four carries for 30 yards and two catches on two targets for 13 yards, his usual workload over the last few weeks. The Bengals said that they'd limit Mixon's workload in practice to start the week, which would provide Perine with more practice reps, but that won't necessarily translate to touches Sunday against the Ravens.

    Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 3:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heavily involved in passing game

    Perine carried four times for 11 yards and caught four of five targets for 22 yards during Sunday's 26-23 overtime loss to the 49ers.

    Analysis: Perine was the primary backup behind Joe Mixon once again, but that label offers little fantasy potential, as Mixon is a true bell cow back for the Bengals. The fifth-year pro's involvement in the passing game continues to be a bright spot, but he likely only offers fantasy value as a handcuff to Mixon.

    Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 1:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal workload in loss

    Perine carried five times for 36 yards and caught both of his targets for five yards in Sunday's 41-22 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: With Joe Mixon operating as a true bell cow back for the Bengals, little work was left over for Perine. Though he offers little fantasy value in his present role, Perine makes sense as a handcuff for Mixon's fantasy managers in the event the latter misses time over the final five weeks of the regular season.

    Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 6:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Tiny workload

    Perine had just three carries and one catch on 10 snaps despite the Bengals benching their offensive starters for most of the fourth quarter in their blowout win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: Teammate Joe Mixon is a full-on bell-cow back right now, so Perine's opportunities to produce are extremely limited.

    Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 7:55pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nine offensive snaps

    Perine was limited to nine offensive snaps in the Week 11 win over the Raiders. He had two carries for three yards along with three catches for 18 yards.

    Analysis: Joe Mixon is fully healthy again and is back to being the Bengals' bell-cow running back. Thus, Perine has been relegated to traditional backup duties, even when the Bengals were ahead most of the game.

    Published: Tue, Nov 23 at 1:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Resurfaces in running attack

    Perine carried five times for 20 yards and caught two of three targets for 17 yards Sunday in the Bengals' 41-16 loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: After Joe Mixon handled all the running-back carries in the Week 8 loss to the Jets, Perine reentered the picture Week 9, though three of his totes came with fewer than five minutes remaining while the Browns sat on a 25-point lead. With that in mind, Perine's usage on the ground looks like it could take a hit or disappear entirely in more competitive contests, though the 26-year-old still may have an edge on Mixon for work on obvious passing downs. Perine was on the field for 11 of the…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 10 at 8:12am by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal usage in loss

    Perine played only 14 offensive snaps in a Week 8 loss to the Jets without netting a carry, but he did catch both his targets for 16 yards.

    Analysis: This was a bit of a surprise, given Perine's usage the previous week against the Ravens and the absence of Chris Evans against the Jets. It's a sign that the Bengals believe Joe Mixon's ankle is fully healed, as this was the kind of workload Perine was seeing prior to Mixon's injury.

    Published: Tue, Nov 2 at 4:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could split time with Mixon

    Perine is expected to split snaps and touches out of the backfield with starter Joe Mixon is Sunday's game against the Jets, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.

    Analysis: After a one-game absence following a positive COVID-19 test, Perine impressed in the Week 7 upset of Baltimore while playing 48 percent of the offensive snaps. The Oklahoma product carried 11 times for 52 yards and a touchdown while turning his lone target into a 23-yard reception, potentially earning himself another sizable share of work behind Mixon in Week 8. Though the Bengals' 24-point margin of victory against the Ravens likely had a hand in Perine seeing extra reps, a similar game script…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 31 at 9:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores long TD late

    Perine rushed 11 times for 52 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 41-17 win over the Ravens.

    Analysis: Perine turned in his best performance of the season in this one, but his final stat line may be deceiving. The veteran back received a huge uptick in touches -- 11 to starter Joe Mixon's 12 -- due to the blowout nature of the contest in the fourth quarter. Not to take anything away from his production, but the majority of his positive gains came on a 46-yard touchdown scamper late in the final period. The big play may earn Perine a few more looks next week against the Jets, but fantasy managers…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 24 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Week 7 role unclear

    Cincinnati head coach Zac Taylor confirmed Perine will be available for Sunday's game against the Ravens, but the running back won't have a set role for the Week 7 matchup, Geoff Hobson of the Bengals' official site reports.

    Analysis: After a week-long stint on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Perine returned to practice Thursday and looks to be back to full speed. Though Perine had served as the clear No. 2 back behind starter Joe Mixon through the first five games, his absence in the Week 6 win over the Lions allowed rookie Chris Evans to see his largest role to date. Evans was efficient with his 16 snaps (four carries for 18 yards, three receptions for 49 yards and a touchdown), and his strong showing may have allowed him to…read more

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 3:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns from COVID list

    The Bengals reinstated Perine (illness) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday.

    Analysis: Perine had resided on the list since Oct. 11 after testing positive for the virus. Now that he's completed a quarantine and has cleared all health and safety protocols, Perine should be ready to go for Sunday's game against the Ravens. Chris Evans served as the top backup to Joe Mixon in last week's win over Detroit, but Perine could reclaim the No. 2 role Week 7, especially after Evans was limited in practice Wednesday with a hamstring injury.

    Published: Thu, Oct 21 at 6:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not playing Sunday

    Perine was not activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list and thus will not be eligible to play Sunday against the Lions.

    Analysis: Perine needed to be activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday in order to have a shot at playing. Instead the team opted to elevate Trayveon Williams from the practice squad with the intention of him acting as Joe Mixon's (ankle) primary backup. Perine saw a season-high 11 carries in the Week 5 loss to the Packers, but that workload was largely due to Mixon's ankle sprain and is not expected to translate to Williams with Mixon on the mend.

    Published: Sat, Oct 16 at 2:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Tests positive for virus

    Perine's placement on the reserve/COVID-19 list earlier Monday was the result of a positive test, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Since Perine was deactivated as a result of a positive test rather than through contact-tracing reasons, he may not clear the NFL's COVID-19 protocol ahead of the Bengals' next game Sunday in Detroit. The development is a less-than-ideal one for the Bengals, given that top back Joe Mixon was able to handle only a limited role in the Week 5 loss to the Packers while managing an ankle injury. While Mixon's workload was restricted, Perine picked up a season-high 11 carries and gained 59 yards. He…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Placed on COVID-19 list

    Perine was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday.

    Analysis: Perine racked up 73 yards from scrimmage and reached the end zone in Sunday's overtime loss to the Packers, but he'll have to spend some time away from the team after being placed on the COVID-19 list. It's not yet clear whether he's tested positive for the virus or whether he's considered a close contact, and the Bengals haven't revealed when the 26-year-old will be able to return.

    Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Good in expanded role

    Perine rushed 11 times for 59 yards and caught four of five targets for 24 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 25-22 overtime loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Perine opened the scoring with a four-yard touchdown reception and proceeded to lead Cincinnati's backfield despite starter Joe Mixon playing through an ankle injury. Whereas Mixon managed 35 scrimmage yards and a score from his 11 touches, Perine comfortably set season highs across the board, taking advantage of his newfound opportunity. Although it's possible Mixon gets closer to full health to command a larger workload in Week 6 versus the winless Lions, Perine's performance Sunday could…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 3:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Mixon back in the mix

    Perine will potentially have to share the backfield with Joe Mixon (ankle) on Sunday against the Packers, as Mixon is active for the contest.

    Analysis: Perine was at one point thought to have a larger role in Week 5, as Mixon suffered an ankle injury last week against Jacksonville and didn't log a single practice as a result. That ultimately won't prevent Mixon from taking the field, but Ian Rapoport of NFL Network did note early Sunday morning that the team's typical RB1 "won't be at 100 percent." Perine has yet to see more than 24 percent of the snap share in any single game this season, but that could be headed for an increase Sunday if…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 10 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • More playing time this week?

    Perine had three carries for seven yards and one catch for 15 yards Week 4 against the Jaguars, but he's next in line for playing time should Joe Mixon's low-ankle sprain sideline him Week 5.

    Analysis: Most of Perine's playing time (13 offensive snaps) came on the Bengals' final drive Thursday night. Even if Mixon plays this week, Perine probably will carry more than his usual load.

    Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 6:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited opportunities

    Perine played nine offensive snaps in Sunday's win over the Steelers, netting one carry and one catch for a total of seven yards.

    Analysis: So far the Bengals have held firm that Joe Mixon is a workhorse back, and the tiny remainder has been split between Perine and Chris Evans. It'll take an injury to Mixon for Perine to be a factor.

    Published: Tue, Sep 28 at 4:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays three offensive snaps

    Perine failed to secure his one target and did not record a single rushing attempt in Sunday's 20-17 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: Perine was a non-factor, playing only three snaps on offense. Joe Mixon, on the other hand, continues to be the focal point of the running game while playing 46 offensive snaps in the contest. With such little usage, Perine remains far off the fantasy radar. The 26-year-old would need an injury to Mixon to create a path to fantasy relevance.

    Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 9:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited behind Mixon

    Perine had five carries for 22 yards and one catch for seven yards in Sunday's overtime win over the Vikings.

    Analysis: Perine was limited to 15 offensive snaps, compared to 54 for Joe Mixon. The good news for Perine is that he's clearly the top backup to Mixon, as teammate Chris Evans didn't get any snaps on offense. The bad news is that the Bengals followed through on their intent to make Mixon a workhorse.

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 11:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited workload Saturday

    Perine gained five yards on three carries in Saturday's preseason win over the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: The 25-year-old handled only the Bengals' second possession after Joe Mixon was on the field for the first, and the fact that Perine didn't see more snaps is a good sign he's locked into the No. 2 spot on the depth chart. Perine had a big finish to 2020 but would need another Mixon injury to see significant touches during the regular season.

    Published: Sun, Aug 15 at 5:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set up for role behind Mixon

    Perine should have a role in the Cincinnati offense this season, according to Jay Morrison of The Athletic.

    Analysis: Bengals OC Brian Callahan has made it clear he wants to use Joe Mixon more, but the team will still need a backup RB to take some snaps, and for the first time in years it won't be passing-down specialist Giovani Bernard (now with Tampa Bay). Perine is much different from Bernard, of course, offering size and power rather than agility and receiving skills. Fortunately for the Bengals, Mixon is a well-rounded back who can be trusted for any down and distance, giving the team flexibility in terms…read more

    Published: Fri, May 21 at 6:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back with Bengals

    Perine re-signed Wednesday with the Bengals on a two-year deal, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Perine proved himself as a capable depth piece last season, averaging 4.8 yards per carry while working behind Giovani Bernard after Joe Mixon went down with a foot injury. He'll likely handle a similar role going forward, with the potential opportunity to compete against Bernard for the top backup spot this offseason.

    Published: Wed, Mar 17 at 4:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shows promise late

    Perine finished the 2020 season with nine carries for 51 yards in a Week 17 loss against the Ravens. He ended the season with 63 carries for 301 yards and three touchdowns, along with 11 catches for 66 yards.

    Analysis: Perine isn't especially fast or shifty, but he proved capable as the backup to Giovani Bernard after Joe Mixon got hurt. Perine is a free agent this offseason.

    Published: Wed, Jan 13 at 10:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone twice

    Perine rushed the ball 13 times for 95 yards and two touchdowns in Week 16 against the Texans. He added four receptions for 41 yards.

    Analysis: Perine was out-carried 16-13 by Giovani Bernard, but he made better use of his chances. The splash play of his performance came on the Bengals' fourth offensive play of the second half, when he broke a number of tackles and rumbled 46 yards for a touchdown. Three drives later, Perine made his second trip to the end zone on three-yard plunge. Entering the week, Perine had failed to command more than 10 carries in any contest and could see his volume decrease in Week 17 against the Ravens.

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited to four carries

    Perine rushed four times for 14 yards in the Bengals' 27-17 win over the Steelers on Monday night.

    Analysis: Perine had tied a season high with 10 carries in Week 14 against the Cowboys, but that workload was partly a byproduct of an early Giovani Bernard fumble that earned the veteran a benching. However, coach Zac Taylor gave Bernard ample opportunity to redeem himself Monday night in the form of 25 carries, which led to Perine reverting to a clear backup role. Considering he'd logged zero and three carries in Weeks 12 and 13 before last week's volume spike, the fourth-year pro will be difficult to…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 9:44pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Part of three-man committee

    Perine carried the ball 10 times for 32 yards in Week 14 against the Cowboys. He added two receptions for nine yards.

    Analysis: Perine worked behind both Giovani Bernard and Trayveon Williams, but he got plenty of work after both fumbled early in the game. He wasn't particularly effective, averaging only 3.2 yards per carry. On the other hand, he logged the team's longest rush of the game, which went for 11 yards. Assuming both Williams and Bernard are able to hang onto the ball in Week 15, Perine is likely to return to a smaller role.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 7:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Three touches Week 13

    Perine had three carries for seven yards during Sunday's 19-7 loss to the Dolphins.

    Analysis: The 25-year-old played 17 of 52 offensive snaps while Giovani Bernard handled 14 touches in the defeat. The Bengals previously indicated they expect Joe Mixon (foot) to be back from injured reserve this week, which would push Perine further down the depth chart.

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nearly invisible in loss

    Perine saw the field for only seven offensive snaps in Sunday's loss to the Giants, catching one pass for two yards without getting any carries.

    Analysis: Perine went from being a contested free-agent pickup in the middle of the week when Giovani Bernard's concussion was announced to a droppable player by Sunday, when it was clear that Bernard would play after all.

    Published: Mon, Nov 30 at 10:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Six touches in Week 11 loss

    Perine rushed five times for 19 yards and caught one of two targets for two yards in Sunday's 20-9 loss to Washington.

    Analysis: Perine actually had one more rushing yard on four fewer carries than an ineffective Giovani Bernard, but Bernard handily outperformed Perine as a pass-catcher out of the backfield and should continue to see the majority of backfield reps in Joe Mixon's (foot) absence. With Mixon on IR, Perine should maintain change-of-pace duties behind Bernard against the Giants in Week 12.

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 3:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for top backup role Week 11

    Perine is expected to serve as the top backup to Giovani Bernard in the Bengals' game Sunday at Washington after head coach Zac Taylor confirmed Joe Mixon (foot) wouldn't play, Jay Morrison of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Mixon had already missed the Bengals' previous three games, but Perine only saw notable volume behind Bernard in the last two contests, garnering 11 and eight touches in Weeks 8 and 10, respectively. Even that modest level of usage may be somewhat unreliable going forward should Mixon miss more time, as Perine only received four touches through the first three quarters of last week's 36-10 loss to the Steelers before getting more work in the final 15 minutes of the blowout while Bernard rested.…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 20 at 11:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads Bengals in rushing

    Perine carried the ball seven times for 48 yards in Week 10 against the Steelers. He added one reception for seven yards.

    Analysis: Perine's eight total touches lagged behind Giovani Bernard's 12, but he managed to work more efficiently with his opportunities. He played a key role in the Bengals' lone drive that ended with a touchdown, ripping off a run of 14 yards and a reception that gained an additional seven yards. Perine could be in line for more change-of-pace work if Joe Mixon (foot) remains out in Week 11 against Washington.

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 8:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone vs. Titans

    Perine carried 10 times for 32 yards and a touchdown while catching his only target for a two-yard gain during Sunday's 31-20 win over the Titans.

    Analysis: With Joe Mixon (foot) out, Perine saw his most action of the season and capitalized with a one-yard touchdown plunge in the second quarter. Gio Bernard also acquitted himself quite well and scored touchdowns of his own, though Perine remained a factor in the running game throughout the contest. Mixon could return to face the Steelers in Week 10 after the upcoming bye, which would send Perine back to a reserve role and fantasy irrelevance.

    Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 7:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal work

    Perine had one carry for three yards and caught his only target for three yards in Sunday's loss to the Browns.

    Analysis: Perine was on the field for 19 offensive snaps, but most of those were in cases where his role was to block. Even if Joe Mixon sits out again next week, Perine's role will be minimal barring an injury to Giovani Bernard.

    Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 11:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Increased opportunity on tap

    Perine could handle third-down snaps versus the Browns on Sunday with Joe Mixon (foot) having been ruled out, Ben Baby of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Giovani Bernard stands to handle the bulk of backfield work with Mixon out, but Perine appears on track to potentially play a change-of-pace role. He's suited up for every game this season but has only handled one carry while primary contributing on special teams. Trayveon Williams could also be active, but he hasn't yet handled a carry in his NFL career.

    Published: Fri, Oct 23 at 9:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs first carry of 2020

    Perine rushed once for no gain in Sunday's 31-27 loss to the Colts.

    Analysis: Perine recorded his first carry of the season in the fourth quarter after Joe Mixon exited early with a foot injury. Coach Zac Taylor is optimistic about Mixon's availability for this Sunday's matchup against the Browns, but if Mixon is sidelined, Perine and Trayveon Williams could have roles in the backfield behind Giovani Bernard.

    Published: Tue, Oct 20 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Claimed by Cincy

    Perine was claimed off waivers by the Bengals on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The 2017 fourth-round pick was waived by Miami over the weekend and will now make his way back to Cincinnati. Perine began the 2019 campaign with the Bengals but played only five offensive snaps in six games before being let go, and he eventually signed with the Dolphins. He's struggled to find his footing to this point in his career, and he has only 13 rushing attempts for 48 yards over the past two seasons.

    Published: Tue, Apr 28 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Let go by Miami

    The Dolphins waived Perine on Sunday.

    Analysis: Miami's acquisition of Matt Breida from San Francisco in exchange for a fifth-round pick appears to have made Perine expendable. Across a six-game stint with the Bengals and one appearance with the Dolphins in 2019, Perine accumulated 16 yards on five carries while mostly contributing on special teams. He'll look to garner another depth role elsewhere in the league.

    Published: Sun, Apr 26 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Small role in finale

    Perine carried the ball five times for 16 yards during Week 17's divisional win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: Perine made his debut with Miami during the regular-season finale. He also had a four-game stint in Cincinnati in 2019, during which he contributed on special teams. As an unrestricted free agent, the 2017 fourth-round pick's future with Miami is unclear.

    Published: Thu, Jan 2 at 10:26am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds new home in Miami

    Perine was signed Monday by the Dolphins off the Bengals' practice squad, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Perine hasn't made much impact as a 2017 fourth-round pick, despite opportunities during stints with Washington and Cincinnati. Overall, he's averaged 3.5 YPC on 183 career rushes, hauled in 25 of 28 targets for 187 yards and scored two TDs in 27 career games. In his new home, Perine will provide depth to a Dolphins backfield that may be without Myles Gaskin (ankle) during Sunday's season finale in New England.

    Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 4:07pm by Rotowire.com
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2025 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@CLE,
W 17-16
--6--2.60
2JAX,
W 31-27
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3@MIN,
L 10-48
21---10.10
4@DEN,
L 3-28
4----0.40
5DET,
L 24-37
27-2--4.90
6@GB,
L 18-27
16-16--5.20
7PIT,
W 33-31
31----3.10
8NYJ,
L 38-39
9416--17.00
9CHI,
L 42-47
5----0.50
10Bye-----0.00
11@PIT,
L 12-34
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12NE,
L 20-26
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13@BAL,
W 32-14
39-15-15.40
14@BUF,
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15BAL,
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16@MIA,
Sun 5:20 pmGet Tickets
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17ARI,
TBDGet Tickets
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18CLE,
TBDGet Tickets
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