The running back position is taking on early importance in fantasy football as De’Von Achane and James Cook light up Thursday Night Football.
James Cook and De’Von Achane rewarded fantasy gamers greatly on Thursday Night Football. James Cook particularly shined in half and full PPR leagues whereas De’Von Achane provided a ceiling week in PPR leagues.
Achane and Cook traded fantasy production while other elements of a Bills-Dolphins shootout were largely absent. Achane had 96 rushing yards on 22 attempts adding 7 receptions for a very nice 69 yards. He also found the endzone on a 5-yard reception.
The Bills offense ran through James Cook who had 3 total touchdowns with 2 on the ground and 1 in the receiving game. Cook took his lone catch for 17 yards to the house and his other 2 touchdowns came on the ground where he totalled 78 yards rushing.
In week 3, James Cook will look to maintain his healthy production on Monday Night Football at home versus the Jacksonville Jaguars while De’Von Achane will travel up to Seattle to square off on a Sunday afternoon game against the Seahawks.