Zach Charbonnet, our bruising Seattle Seahawks running back, is coming back from a torn ACL he suffered in the playoffs, and if you are not stashing him in your fantasy football draft, you are absolutely blowing it. Yeah, rookie Jadarian Price is gonna get a ton of work right out of the gate, and we might even see more George Holani than we expect. But make no mistake, when Charbonnet does return, it is absolutely possible he will get more work than you think. You need to take him late in your draft and stash him, hoping he becomes a massive factor by mid-season.
The Emerald City’s Risky RB Steal
Look, the fantasy season kicks off, and everyone is hyper-focused on who is healthy right now. But being a smart fan, a real 12, means seeing beyond Week 1. Charbonnet’s torn ACL from the playoffs means he is on the shelf, but that is exactly why he is a steal. This isn’t just some random guy; this is a talented back who, when healthy, can absolutely chew up yards. Sure, the competition with Price and Holani is real. Price is a rookie sensation ready to lead the backfield charge from day one, and Holani is lurking, ready for his share of touches. But Charbonnet has proven talent. Imagine getting a potential starter for practically nothing in the later rounds of your draft. That is the kind of move that wins leagues, the kind of move that lets you gloat to your buddies. Do not let that torn ACL scare you off; think of it as a delayed gratification. By October or November, when your league mates are scrambling for running back depth, you could have a fully activated Charbonnet ready to dominate.
Beyond Seattle: Other IR Bets to Consider
While our focus, naturally, is always on the Emerald City, there are other IR stashes out there for those deep leagues. James Conner, the veteran Arizona Cardinals running back, is dealing with a foot injury and will miss at least the first four games. With Jeremiyah Love also injured as a rookie and Tyler Allgeier having a role, Conner is another stash option, hoping he becomes a factor in October or November. Then there is Jordyn Tyson, a first-round wide receiver pick for the New Orleans Saints. He is battling a hamstring injury, which can be tricky with reinjury risks if rushed back. Given his draft pedigree, the Saints might play it safe, so temper your expectations on his return, making him a deep league only guy. Houston Texans wide receiver Tank Dell is working his way back from a devastating knee injury. Despite the Texans trading for Kayshon Boutte, the WR2 role is wide open with Jayden Higgins out for the year. Lastly, if you are truly desperate and do not believe in the rest of the San Francisco 49ers’ wide receiver room, you can throw a dart at Christian Kirk in extremely deep leagues.
But let us be real: the biggest upside, the true game-changer from this list for any Seattle fan, is Zach Charbonnet. He is the guy who could absolutely explode onto your fantasy roster mid-season. So, when your draft rolls around, be smart, be bold. Snatch up Charbonnet late and watch him potentially become the engine your team needs. Your league mates will be kicking themselves, and you will be smiling all the way to a championship.
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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