The Philadelphia Eagles are scrambling for production right now after Saquon Barkley was officially ruled out for Sunday’s game against the Los Angeles Rams with a hamstring injury. This isn’t just a tough break for Philly; it’s got fantasy managers everywhere desperately looking for answers. When a star like Barkley goes down, the next man up suddenly becomes the biggest story in town.
Bigsby Is the Obvious Call for the Eagles
Tank Bigsby is the go-to back as long as Barkley is sidelined. He is the clear and obvious target for anyone needing to replace that production. Think about it, with Jalen Hurts running the aerial attack, opposing defenses can’t just stack the box like they used to against Barkley. That opens up a ton of opportunities for Bigsby, who absolutely proved his worth earlier this season. In the Week 2 win over the Tennessee Titans, when Barkley was out for extended stretches, Philadelphia didn’t hesitate to give Bigsby the rock. He churned out 13 carries in that game, even punching one into the end zone for a touchdown. That’s not just a sign; that’s a statement.
Beyond Philly: Deep-League Picks and Handcuff Heroes
It’s not just Bigsby, though. That Titans game also showed us the value of Will Shipley as a potential deep-league pick up if Barkley is out long-term. Shipley had seven carries and two catches in that game, and he’s also tallied receptions against the Washington Commanders and Chicago Bears. He could easily slide into that change-of-pace role, becoming one of Hurts’ go-to guys on third downs in the passing game.
And don’t sleep on Brian Robinson Jr. in Atlanta. He’s arguably the best fantasy handcuff in the entire league. Yeah, Bijan Robinson is the main man for the Falcons, but they’ve shown they aren’t afraid to give Brian the ball either. He’s hit the 50-yard mark on the ground against both the Green Bay Packers and the Carolina Panthers. Plus, he scored against the Packers! With 30 carries through just three games, even while sharing the backfield, you know what’s up. If Bijan ever misses time, Brian Robinson Jr. immediately becomes a must-start, but honestly, he’s worth considering even in his current No. 2 role.
With Barkley out for Sunday’s game against the Rams, the Eagles have an immediate hole to fill. This is a huge opportunity for Tank Bigsby to step up and prove he can carry the load. For fantasy managers, it’s all about making the right moves now to stay competitive. These next few games are gonna be big.
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Originally reported by Bleacher Report.
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