Chris Rodriguez Jr. Fantasy Outlook Changes With Jaguars Injury

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. could see an expanded role and significant fantasy football value ahead of Thursday night's Week 9 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens. With teammate Bhayshul Tuten dealing with an injury, Rodriguez enters the spotlight as a potential starting option. Heavy's Billy Heyen writes that Rodriguez becomes an obvious fantasy starter if Tuten is officially ruled out of the contest.

In his first season with Jacksonville after arriving via free agency from the Washington Commanders, Rodriguez has recorded 209 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 45 carries. While not heavily utilized in the passing game, Heyen highlights that Rodriguez offers a strong fantasy floor on early downs, particularly against a Ravens team starting third-string quarterback Joe Fagnano.