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Dynasty Risers and Fallers: Is It Time to Worry About Ashton Jeanty?
The dynasty running back market keeps getting harder to trust. Garret and Pete break down the biggest dynasty risers and fallers after Week 8, including Mike Washington’s growing role, Bhayshul Tuten’s climb, and the uncomfortable questions surrounding Ashton Jeanty.
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Is Ashton Jeanty Losing His Grip on the Raiders’ Backfield?
Washington headlines this week’s risers after the workload swung heavily in his favor. For Garret, that raises a serious concern: Jeanty’s status as a dependable workhorse can no longer be taken for granted. Pete sees lingering injury concerns as a bigger factor and remains more optimistic about a rebound.
The disagreement creates an interesting buying window. Both would consider acquiring Jeanty for a mid-to-late 2027 first, even with his immediate outlook getting murky. But should contenders prioritize the production of James Cook or Jonathan Taylor instead of waiting for Jeanty to turn things around?
Tuten and Allen Are Forcing Their Way Up
Bhayshul Tuten is pushing into the dynasty RB1 conversation. His combination of rushing work, receiving involvement, and explosive ability has Pete ready to rank him inside the top 12, while Garret sees a player who at least belongs in that discussion.
Meanwhile, Braelon Allen’s emergence has Garret viewing the Jets’ backfield as a committee. Breece Hall still offers receiving value, but Allen’s growing role is making the gap between them harder to justify.
The guys also revisit Jonah Coleman, whose opportunity in Denver has them increasingly excited—and increasingly concerned about RJ Harvey and J.K. Dobbins. Check the latest Dynasty Rankings as these backfields continue to shift.
What Happens to Baltimore Without Lamar Jackson?
The episode also examines the fallout from Lamar Jackson’s injury and what an extended absence could mean for Zay Flowers and Derrick Henry.
Garret and Pete lower their expectations for Baltimore’s offense, but that doesn’t mean selling every player at a discount. The bigger question is how contenders should adjust when an injury changes the outlook for several cornerstone assets at once.
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