Fantasy Player Profile Phillip Lindsay
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| Rushing | Receiving | Fum | Fantasy | ||||
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 2 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | Bye | 40 | - | 14 | - | - | 8.40 |
| 6 | Bye | 7 | - | 5 | - | - | 6.20 |
| 7 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | Bye | 2 | - | - | - | - | 0.20 |
| 10 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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- 4
- 58.40
- 66.20
- 7
- 8
- 90.20
- 10
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- 18
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Let go from practice squad
The Colts cut Lindsay from the practice squad Thursday.
Analysis: Lindsay was activated from the practice squad Week 9 versus New England, but Indianapolis' new coaching staff has already decided to part ways with the veteran running back in favor of Jake Funk. Now, Lindsay will likely have to search for a practice squad opportunity elsewhere in the league.
Published: Thu, Nov 10 at 7:36am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice squad
Lindsay reverted to the Colts' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
Analysis: Lindsay received the promotion with Jonathan Taylor (ankle) out Sunday against the Patriots. The veteran running back saw nine plays on offense, getting one carry for two yards, and he was unable to catch his only target. If Taylor is unable to suit up Week 10 against the Raiders, Lindsay could receive another bump up to the active roster.
Published: Mon, Nov 7 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Bumped up to active roster
Lindsay was elevated to the active roster Saturday, Zak Keefer of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: This was predictable after the Colts announced Friday that Jonathan Taylor (ankle) would not play. Lindsay tallied 14 carries for 47 yards to go along with six catches for 19 yards in the two games Taylor missed earlier this season, but that came before the emergence of Deon Jackson, who is slated to start Sunday's game, and the arrival of former Bills running back Zack Moss, who could be a candidate for carries if he's able to get a grip on the playbook.
Published: Sat, Nov 5 at 10:58am by Rotowire.com
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Likely to be elevated again
Lindsay is likely to be called up from the Colts' practice squad for Sunday's game against the Patriots with Jonathan Taylor (ankle) ruled out, James Boyd of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lindsay racked up 14 carries and six catches in two previous appearances for Indianapolis while working behind Deon Jackson with Taylor sidelined. He's likely to slide into the No. 2 role behind Jackson once again Week 9, as recent trade acquisition Zack Moss is unlikely to see significant playing time so soon after being brought in.
Published: Fri, Nov 4 at 10:48am by Rotowire.com
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Moves back to practice squad
Lindsay reverted to the Colts' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: Lindsay was elevated for the second game in a row, as top running backs Jonathan Taylor (ankle) and Nyheim Hines (concussion) sat out during Sunday's 34-27 win over the Jaguars. Lindsay recorded three carries for seven yards and caught all three of his targets for another five yards. He also converted a two-point conversion on a late rush, and he wound up playing 27 of Indianapolis' 81 offensive snaps behind Deon Jackson (quad). Lindsay will now be eligible for just one more elevation from the…read more
Published: Mon, Oct 17 at 10:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Modest showing in win
Lindsay rushed three times for seven yards and secured all three targets for five yards in the Colts' 34-27 win over the Jaguars on Sunday. He also recorded a two-point conversion run.
Analysis: Deon Jackson exited late in the game with a quad injury per Andrew Walker of the team's official site, and Lindsay therefore got the call on a key two-point conversion run with 17 seconds remaining following Alec Pierce's game-winning 32-yard touchdown grab. The veteran has been elevated from the practice squad for the last pair of contests due to Jonathan Taylor's (ankle) absence, and if Jackson's injury lingers, Lindsay could garner active status yet again in a Week 7 road divisional clash…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 16 at 4:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Elevated for Week 6
Indianapolis elevated Lindsay from the practice squad to its active roster Saturday ahead of Sunday's game versus Jacksonville.
Analysis: Lindsay will be active for the Colts for the second straight week after he accumulated 54 scrimmage yards on 14 touches in the 12-9 overtime win over the Broncos in Week 5. He played 36 percent of the snaps in that contest, while fellow running back Deon Jackson played 60 percent and took on 17 touches while Jonathan Taylor (ankle) was out and after fill-in starter Nyheim Hines (concussion) exited after playing just one snap. Both Taylor and Hines have been downgraded to out for the matchup…read more
Published: Sat, Oct 15 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Not present Wednesday
Lindsay (undisclosed) was not present during Wednesday's practice, Kevin Bowen of 1075 The Fan reports.
Analysis: With Jonathan Taylor (ankle) sidelined, Lindsay was elevated from the practice squad for Week 5 and immediately saw an expanded role after Nyheim Hines (concussion) left the game following the Colts' first possession. It's unclear why Lindsay missed practice, but his absence is concerning given Taylor was held out of practice as well and Hines was limited to non-contact drills, leaving Deon Jackson and D'Vonte Price, who's on the team's practice squad, as the only healthy running backs…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Back to practice squad
Lindsay reverted to the Colts' practice squad Friday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Analysis: With Jonathan Taylor (ankle) out, Lindsay was elevated to the active roster ahead of Thursday's contest, and the latter immediately saw an expanded role after Nyheim Hines (concussion) had to leave the game following the Colts' first offensive drive. Lindsay played 30 of the team's 79 offensive snaps, finishing second among running backs behind Deon Jackson's 46, and ended with 14 touches for 54 total yards. If Taylor remains sidelined for Week 6, expect Lindsay and Jackson to continue…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 7 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Solid showing in season debut
Lindsay rushed 11 times for 40 yards and secured three of four targets for 14 yards in the Colts' 12-9 overtime win over the Broncos on Thursday night.
Analysis: Called up from the practice squad earlier in the day, Lindsay did a serviceable job in tandem with Deon Jackson to help make up for the absence of Jonathan Taylor (ankle). The veteran Lindsay got off to a fast start against his original squad before losing some of his efficiency on his later carries. If Taylor can't suit up for a Week 6 home matchup against the Jaguars a week from Sunday, it's conceivable Lindsay sees another elevation to the active roster.
Published: Thu, Oct 6 at 9:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially elevated to roster
The Colts elevated Lindsay from their practice squad to the 53-man roster ahead of Thursday's game against the Broncos, JJ Stankevitz of the team's official site reports.
Analysis: Lindsay will be making his Colts debut in his old stomping grounds in Denver, where he spent the first three seasons of his career after joining the Broncos in 2018 as an undrafted free agent. The 5-foot-8 back averaged 4.8 yards per carry during his time in Denver, but he's struggled to stick on an NFL roster since the 2021 campaign, bouncing around between the Texans, Dolphins and Colts organizations while managing only 2.8 yards per tote. According to Zak Keefer of The Athletic, the Colts…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 6 at 11:26am by Rotowire.com
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Will join Indy for Week 5
The Colts plan to elevate Lindsay from the practice squad ahead of Thursday's game in Denver, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Indianapolis will make the transaction official later Thursday, allowing Lindsay to make his 2022 debut later in the night against one of his former teams. Since clearing 1,000 yards rushing in both of his first two seasons in the league with Denver, Lindsay has seen his effectiveness wane over the subsequent two years while bouncing around between the Broncos, Texans and Dolphins. Lindsay had been previously cut by the Colts following the preseason, but he could find himself in a timeshare…read more
Published: Thu, Oct 6 at 7:39am by Rotowire.com
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Could help fill in for Taylor
Lindsay is a candidate to be elevated from the Colts' practice squad ahead of Thursday's game against the Broncos with Jonathan Taylor (ankle) ruled out for the contest, Stephen Holder of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: With Taylor unavailable, Nyheim Hines and Deon Jackson are currently the Colts' rostered healthy running backs, but Kevin Bowen of 107.5 The Fan Indianapolis expects Lindsay to be promoted ahead of Thursday's game. If that happens, Lindsay could claim a share of the team's Week 5 backfield load while working alongside Hines, who had been handling change-of-pace/pass-catching duties behind Taylor.
Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 12:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Could be elevated this week
With Jonathan Taylor dealing with an ankle injury, Lindsay is a candidate to be elevated from the Colts' practice squad ahead of Thursday's game against the Broncos, Joel A. Erickson of The Indianapolis Star reports.
Analysis: Taylor's Week 5 status is unclear at this stage, but if he's out or limited Thursday, Nyheim Hines would be in line for added touches out of Indy's backfield versus Denver, while Lindsay also potentially could mix in. With that in mind, the 28-year-old Lindsay may be worth a speculative add by those who roster Taylor or are scrambling for a short-term flyer at running back.
Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 3:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Joins Indianapolis' practice squad
The Colts signed Lindsay to their practice squad Tuesday.
Analysis: Lindsay was surprisingly released by the Colts ahead of the 53-man roster deadline, but he'll rejoin the organization via the practice squad. The veteran running back will likely push Deon Jackson for the No. 3 spot behind Jonathan Taylor and Nyheim Hines, but the Colts may elect to keep Jackson on the active roster due to his experience on special teams.
Published: Tue, Sep 6 at 11:13am by Rotowire.com
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Released by Indianapolis
Lindsay has been released by the Colts, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: This is a surprise, as he was seen as the leading candidate to win the No. 3 running back role. Deon Jackson started in Saturday's preseason finale and could win the job to be the distant backup to Jonathan Taylor and Nyheim Hines.
Published: Tue, Aug 30 at 5:57am by Rotowire.com
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Totals 33 yards
Lindsay carried the ball five times for 24 yards in Saturday's 27-24 preseason loss to the Bills. He added two receptions on three targets for nine yards.
Analysis: Lindsay didn't tally a carry until Nick Foles entered the game in the second quarter, as he worked behind Nyheim Hines. Lindsay was stymied for much of the day, though he did manage rushes of 10 and six yards as well as a 10-yard reception that helped set up a Colts touchdown. Lindsay appears to be the leader for the No. 3 running back spot behind Jonathan Taylor and Hines on the depth chart.
Published: Sat, Aug 13 at 7:48pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed third on depth chart
Lindsay is listed as the No. 3 running back on the Colts' first depth chart of the preseason.
Analysis: Lindsay split time between the Texans and Dolphins last season, but he didn't garner much success with either team. Jonathan Taylor is expected to be a workhorse back once again, while Nyheim Hines operates as the change-of-pace back, so there may not be much work for the No. 3 man in the backfield. Still, Lindsay has looked good in camp and is ahead of Ty'Son Williams, Deon Jackson, D'Vonte Price and CJ Verdell for the role.
Published: Tue, Aug 9 at 11:07am by Rotowire.com
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Modest yardage Sunday
Lindsay carried the ball 11 times for 40 yards in Sunday's 33-24 win over the Patriots.
Analysis: He took a back seat to Duke Johnson once again in the Miami backfield, but Lindsay's 40 rushing yards were actually a season high for him, and he saw more action than Myles Gaskin (four touches for 10 total yards). Gaskin is the only one of the three under contract for 2022, and Lindsay's 294 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns across 14 games for the Texans and Dolphins won't make the 27-year-old a high priority on the free-agent market, either for Miami or for any other club.
Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 11:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Barely involved in blowout loss
Lindsay had two carries for one yard during Sunday's 34-3 loss to the Titans.
Analysis: Lindsay also secured his lone target for eight yards, though both Duke Johnson (seven carries) and Myles Gaskin (five carries) logged more touches out of the backfield. Miami's three-headed rushing attack can't be relied upon to provide consistent fantasy value in matchups where Tua Tagovailoa struggles to move the offense, and a Week 18 divisional contest against New England's dominant defense may not provide many scoring opportunities.
Published: Mon, Jan 3 at 6:24am by Rotowire.com
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Makes return to backfield
Lindsay rushed 13 times for 36 yards in Monday night's 20-3 win over the Saints.
Analysis: Lindsay made his first appearance since Week 12 and matched Duke Johnson for Miami's team lead in carries. Although neither tailback found much room to run versus a tough Saints front seven, Lindsay only managed three yards fewer than Johnson, who exploded for over 120 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns last weekend. Despite competing with Myles Gaskin for snaps as well, Lindsay's immediate involvement in his return is an encouraging sign for his usage ahead of Week 17's matchup versus the…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 27 at 8:40pm by Rotowire.com
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Puts in full practice
Lindsay (ankle) was a full participant in Friday's practice.
Analysis: Lindsay hasn't suited up since Week 12. The ankle injury kept him out Week 13, the Dolphins were on bye Week 14 and a stint on the reserve/COVID-19 list made him unavailable for Week 15. Now that he's back practicing fully after he was limited in his return to the field Thursday, Lindsay looks like he's in the clear to play Monday versus the Saints. He's not guaranteed to have a role or even be active for the contest, however, as Duke Johnson's big outing in the Week 15 win over the Jets…read more
Published: Fri, Dec 24 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited in Thursday's walkthrough
Lindsay (ankle) was listed as limited on Thursday's practice estimate, David Furones of the Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Lindsay was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list earlier this week, but he's still bothered by the ankle injury he sustained prior to Week 13. If he regains health before Monday's game against the Saints, it's unclear what role Linsday would play in a Dolphins backfield that also features Myles Gaskin, Duke Johnson and Salvon Ahmed.
Published: Thu, Dec 23 at 1:22pm by Rotowire.com
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Coming off COVID-19 list
The Dolphins will activate Lindsay (ankle) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Lindsay spent a week on the reserve/COVID-19 list and was unavailable for Sunday's win over the Jets, but he'll now be able to rejoin the Dolphins for practice to kick off Week 16 prep. The 27-year-old dealt with an ankle injury prior to being placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, and it's not yet clear whether the issue will affect his availability for Monday's game against the Saints. Even if he suits up in that contest, Lindsay may find himself without much of a role in the game plan after…read more
Published: Mon, Dec 20 at 10:05am by Rotowire.com
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Not activated off COVID-19 list
Lindsay (ankle) wasn't activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list prior to Saturday's deadline for Week 15 roster moves and won't be eligible to play Sunday against the Jets, Daniel Oyefusi of The Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Myles Gaskin and Salvon Ahmed were both activated off the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday meaning the Dolphins will have two of their top three backs eligible to play Sunday, with Duke Johnson also on hand to provide depth. Lindsay attempted 12 carries for 42 yards back in Week 12, his lone game with the Dolphins after spending most of the 2021 campaign with the Texans.
Published: Sat, Dec 18 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Tests positive for COVID-19
The Dolphins placed Lindsay (ankle) on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday after he tested positive for the virus, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Lindsay had been dealing with an ankle injury prior to the Dolphins' Week 14 bye, and he's now the third Miami running back to test positive for the virus across the last several days. Lindsay, Myles Gaskin (illness) and Salvon Ahmed (illness) are all vaccinated, but the Dolphins brought in Lamar Miller for a workout Monday, while Duke Johnson and Gerrid Doaks could be called up from the practice squad if Miami's backfield is shorthanded Sunday against the Jets.
Published: Mon, Dec 13 at 10:40am by Rotowire.com
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Participating in walkthrough
Dolphins head coach Brian Flores said that Lindsay (ankle) will participate in Wednesday's walk-through practice, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Flores specifically mentioned the running game as an area the Dolphins need to improve, so Lindsay could be in store for a heightened role if the ankle injury that kept him out of Sunday's win over the Giants doesn't prevent him from suiting up coming out of Miami's Week 14 bye. In his Miami debut Week 12, Lindsay worked ahead of Salvon Ahmed as the No. 2 option behind Myles Gaskin, finishing with 12 carries for 42 yards in a win over the Panthres.
Published: Wed, Dec 8 at 7:55am by Rotowire.com
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Inactive Sunday
Lindsay (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Giants.
Analysis: With Lindsay unavailable, Salvon Ahmed and Patrick Laird figure to see added complementary opportunities in Miami's Week 13 backfield, while working behind top back Myles Gaskin.
Published: Sun, Dec 5 at 8:49am by Rotowire.com
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Doubtful for Sunday
Lindsay (ankle) is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Giants, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: With Lindsay trending toward inactive status this weekend, Salvon Ahmed and Patrick Laird figure to see added Week 13 opportunities behind top back Myles Gaskin.
Published: Fri, Dec 3 at 1:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Not seen at practice Thursday
Lindsay (ankle) wasn't spotted at Thursday's practice, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: After being listed as limited Wednesday, Lindsay's apparent Thursday absence clouds his status for Sunday's game against the Giants. What he's able to do Friday will be telling, but if he's out or limited this weekend, added snaps behind top back Myles Gaskin would be available for Salvon Ahmed and Patrick Laird.
Published: Thu, Dec 2 at 9:02am by Rotowire.com
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Limited by ankle issue
Lindsay was a limited participant at practice Wednesday due to an ankle injury, Daniel Oyefusi of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: It's unclear if Lindsay picked up the ankle injury in his Miami debut in last week's win over the Panthers, or if he suffered an in-practice setback. In any case, what Lindsay is able to do at Thursday's practice should add a level of clarity with regard to his Week 13 status. In the 33-10 win over the Panthers, Lindsay logged 15 snaps on offense and finished with 12 carries for 42 yards while working behind top back Myles Gaskin (37 snaps).
Published: Wed, Dec 1 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Role could increase
Coach Brian Flores said Monday that Lindsay's role on offense could potentially increase, David Furones of the South Florida Sun Sentinel reports.
Analysis: Flores noted the Dolphins will continue to work Lindsay in at practice, and it looks like the running back could get more involved once fully up to speed with the playbook. Considering the fact that Lindsay handled a sizable 12 carries during Sunday's win over the Panthers, despite only having had three practices under his belt, it appears that the 27-year-old is quickly making a good impression on his new coaching staff. If Week 13's matchup against the Giants doesn't allow the Dolphins to…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 29 at 9:28am by Rotowire.com
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Logs 12 carries in debut
Lindsay rushed 12 times for 42 yards in the Dolphins' 33-10 win over the Panthers on Sunday.
Analysis: Lindsay saw a healthy allotment of carries in his Dolphins debut, notable given he had only three days of practice under his belt. The veteran recorded just four fewer rush attempts and seven fewer rushing yards than Myles Gaskin, although it remains to be seen if the workload split between the two will be that close in games in which the flow doesn't favor the running game as much as Sunday's did. Lindsay's next opportunity to make a favorable impression on his new squad comes in a Week 13…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 28 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Lands in Miami
The Dolphins claimed Lindsay off waivers from the Texans on Wednesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Lindsay, who logged 50 carries for 130 yards and a touchdown and added three catches for 37 yards and a receiving score in 10 games for the Texans prior to being let go Tuesday, will now have a chance to secure a role in Miami's backfield behind starter Myles Gaskin. While it remains to be seen what level of volume Lindsay will see with the Dolphins, hell have a chance to resurface as a fantasy option in the coming weeks if he earns a steady role with his new team.
Published: Wed, Nov 24 at 1:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially cut loose
Lindsay was waived by the Texans on Tuesday.
Analysis: As expected, the running back will now be exposed to waivers, allowing any of the NFL's other 31 teams to put in a claim for him over the next 24 hours. If Lindsay goes unclaimed, he shouldn't have much trouble finding a spot on a practice squad, if he isn't immediately signed to a 53-man roster on a more team-friendly deal. Though he mustered only 2.6 yards per carry on 50 totes over his 10 games with Houston, Lindsay averaged 4.3 YPC or better in each of his previous three seasons in the NFL…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 23 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Time in Houston ending
The Texans plan to waive Lindsay on Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.
Analysis: Expect the team to formally announce the transaction later Tuesday. Even with Houston moving lead back Mark Ingram to New Orleans prior to the trade deadline earlier this month, Lindsay hadn't seen an uptick in work out of the Houston backfield, as both David Johnson and Rex Burkhead had slotted ahead of him in the pecking order. Lindsay didn't help his case for earning more work by averaging a lowly 2.6 yards per carry on 50 totes while making a negligible impact in the passing game. Some…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 23 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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Low man in backfield
Lindsay had one carry for minus-3 yards and played just two snaps in Sunday's 22-13 win over the Titans.
Analysis: Lindsay appears to have fallen down the depth chart, as David Johnson (35 snaps) and Rex Burkhead (27) were the preferred backs on a rain-soaked field in Nashville. His lone carry came in the red zone, the first play after Houston linebacker Kamu Grugier-Hill intercepted a Ryan Tannehill pass and returned it 82 yards to the Titans' six-yard line. That was it for Lindsay. Johnson's been used primarily as a receiving back, but his 13 carries and 35 snaps were season highs. Burkhead had been a…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 22 at 4:46am by Rotowire.com
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Paces backfield in carries
Lindsay rushed eight times for 28 yards and wasn't targeted in the passing game during the Texans' 17-9 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.
Analysis: The veteran back outpaced backfield mates David Johnson and Rex Burkhead by four and six carries, respectively, in the loss. Lindsay had logged only three carries in Week 8 against the Rams in what was Houston's first game since trading away Mark Ingram, so it's difficult to determine whether Sunday's volume will carry over past the Week 10 bye and into a Week 11 road matchup against the Titans.
Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets no bump in role
Lindsay had three carries for eight yards in Sunday's 38-22 loss to the Rams.
Analysis: There was some anticipation regarding Houston's backfield Sunday, the team's first game since trading Mark Ingram. Lindsay and David Johnson received most of the attention, but the backfield winner turned out to be Rex Burkhead, who led the group in snap count (30) and scored a touchdown. There could be a further shakeup heading into the Nov. 2 trade deadline, which could have been the reason for highlighting Burkhead. For now, it looks like Lindsay received no perceptible benefit from the…read more
Published: Mon, Nov 1 at 6:30am by Rotowire.com
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Candidate for added carries
Lindsay is expected to see added snaps and touches going forward after the Texans traded Mark Ingram to the Saints on Wednesday, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: Along with Lindsay, David Johnson is expected to fill the void left by Ingram's departure, while Rex Burkhead and possibly even Scottie Phillips could also see slight increases in opportunities in their respective depth roles out of the backfield. Lindsay has been limited to just 97 yards on 38 carries to date, so even if he benefits from more touches, he can't be counted to be efficient with those opportunities. Johnson's status as the team's top pass-catching back also limits Lindsay's…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 27 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Does little in loss
Lindsay had two carries for eight yards in Sunday's 31-5 loss to the Cardinals.
Analysis: Lindsay had a season-low four snaps and has been on the field for just 18.3 percent of available offensive plays this season. The Texans want to have a viable running game, but they usually find themselves playing from behind. Even when in position to move the ball via the ground, the Texans have had difficulty. Sunday's loss was the fifth time in seven games that Houston's backfield has averaged fewer than three yards per carry.
Published: Mon, Oct 25 at 5:42am by Rotowire.com
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Tops 50 scrimmage yards
Lindsay rushed seven times for 39 yards and caught both of his targets for another 15 yards in Sunday's 31-3 loss to the Colts.
Analysis: Lindsay got nine touches while Mark Ingram led Houston's backfield with 20 and David Johnson settled for just three and lost a fumble. Ingram's the only player who gets consistent work in this backfield, and none of the three Houston running backs will be especially appealing options in Week 7 against the heavily favored Cardinals.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 3:35pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited run in loss
Lindsay gained 19 yards on five carries and was not targeted in Sunday's 25-22 loss to the Patriots.
Analysis: The Texans' ground game was once again bottled up, and Lindsay once again played a secondary role to Mark Ingram. Lindsay has 30 total touches through five games, which is not enough to warrant a spot on many fantasy rosters.
Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 6:45am by Rotowire.com
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Bad day for running backs
Lindsay had four carries for minus-1 yards in Sunday's 40-0 loss to Buffalo.
Analysis: The Texans were theoretically still in the game on the scoreboard until the fourth quarter, but they were totally outclassed by the Bills. Forced to play catchup, Lindsay and the rest of the running backs were put on the shelf. He played just eight snaps, his third successive week with declining a snap count.
Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 6:49am by Rotowire.com
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Thoroughly inefficient in loss
Lindsay rushed seven times for five yards in the Texans' 24-9 loss to the Panthers on Thursday.
Analysis: Lindsay actually paced the backfield in carries, but as his final line demonstrates, he didn't do much with the opportunities. The seven totes represented Lindsay's second-highest total in that category through three games, and despite garnering one more attempt than backfield mate Mark Ingram against Carolina, the latter is still likely to pace the position group in a Week 4 road battle versus the Bills on Sunday, Oct. 3.
Published: Thu, Sep 23 at 8:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets into end zone again
Lindsay rushed five times for two yards but secured his only target for a 22-yard touchdown in the Texans' 31-21 loss to the Browns on Sunday.
Analysis: Lindsay's involvement in the ground game was utterly forgettable, but he gave fantasy managers who may have deployed him in deep season-long or daily contests something to smile about with his scoring grab in the latter portion of the first quarter to knot the game at 7-7. The former Bronco's role is going to almost assuredly fluctuate week to week as long as fellow proven backfield mates David Johnson and Mark Ingram also are healthy, making Lindsay a risky weekly proposition.
Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone
Lindsay carried the ball eight times for 25 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's Week 1 contest against the Jaguars.
Analysis: Lindsay served primarily as the change-of-pace running back for Mark Ingram. His day was mostly forgettable, as his longest gain was eight yards, and he failed to reel in his only target. Lindsay did manage to salvage his first game as a Texan by reaching the end zone on a five-yard rush, though it is worth noting that Ingram was also on the field for that play. Looking ahead to a Week 2 matchup against the Browns, Lindsay will need to find more consistent involvement in the offense to make a…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 12 at 4:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds little room
Lindsay carried the ball six times for 17 yards in Saturday's preseason game against Tampa Bay.
Analysis: Lindsay took the field and received a carry on the team's first offensive play of the game. He worked in with both Mark Ingram and David Johnson on subsequent possessions, but he couldn't get much going on the ground. There has been speculation that Lindsay could serve as the team's lead back in Week 1 against Jacksonville, though how the work out of the backfield will actually be divided remains unclear.
Published: Sat, Aug 28 at 11:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Tough night Saturday
Lindsay carried the ball four times for two yards in Saturday's preseason win over the Cowboys.
Analysis: This was not an encouraging performance for Lindsay, either based on his own numbers or on the backfield context around him. Mark Ingram got the start and was more effective in general, and he scored Houston's only offensive TD of the night from two yards out after Lindsay got bottled up on a carry from the four-yard line. David Johnson also spotted in on third downs during the first quarter. If Ingram is the primary goal-line back and Johnson the primary pass catcher among the trio, that…read more
Published: Sun, Aug 22 at 4:11am by Rotowire.com
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Could lead team in carries
Lindsay should have a spot on the Week 1 roster and may even lead the Texans in carries this year, according to Aaron Reiss of The Athletic.
Analysis: David Johnson was Houston's lead back last year, but it was Lindsay who got the start in the preseason opener and Mark Ingram who had the honor of being rested. Handling early downs with the first-team offense, Lindsay took five carries for 14 yards, ceding only third downs to Johnson. Furthermore, the Texans list two tailbacks as starters -- Ingram and Lindsay -- on their initial preseason depth chart, while Johnson was placed with the second unit. None of this means Johnson is buried, but it…read more
Published: Tue, Aug 17 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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Gets starting nod Saturday
Lindsay gained 14 yards on five carries in Saturday's preseason win over the Packers.
Analysis: The former Bronco got the start for the Texans and saw all his totes on the team's opening drive, helping lead Houston to a field goal. Lindsay's usage is promising, but it came with Mark Ingram getting the night off entirely, while David Johnson also saw his only carry on that opening possession. A three-way split in the backfield would be bad news for the fantasy values of them all, but Lindsay at least seems headed for a prominent role in that committee.
Published: Sun, Aug 15 at 6:03am by Rotowire.com
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Tops depth chart with Ingram
The Texans' unofficial depth chart lists Mark Ingram and Lindsay as co-starters, Brooks Kubena of the Houston Chronicle reports.
Analysis: They're followed by David Johnson and Rex Burkhead on a depth chart that could tilt in one direction or the other in the coming weeks. Given the success that Ingram, Lindsay and Johnson have had at the NFL level at various times, it does seem likely that Houston's backfield could turn into a committee situation in which carry allotment is determined by a hot-hand approach. That's less than ideal from a fantasy perspective, but if Tyrod Taylor ends up as the team's starting QB out of the gate…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 11 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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Stays healthy throughout offseason
Lindsay enjoyed a healthy offseason, including throughout Houston's spring practices, Deepi Sidhu of the Texans' official website reports.
Analysis: Lindsay missed his final two games with the Broncos, landing on injured reserve in late December due to hip and knee injuries. With no report of surgery and now full participation in spring practices, Lindsay should be at full strength when the Texans head to training camp in late July. He's signed to a one-year, $3.25 million contract that includes only $1 million guaranteed, competing for reps in a veteran backfield with David Johnson, Mark Ingram and Rex Burkhead.
Published: Thu, Jul 8 at 12:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Heading to Houston
The Texans and Lindsay (hip) agreed to a one-year contract Friday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Analysis: Lindsay joins a backfield with David Johnson at the top of the depth chart and newcomer Mark Ingram also in the mix. That said, Lindsay is used to sharing RB reps with others after three seasons in Denver, especially last year when he took a backseat to Melvin Gordon. For his career, Lindsay has averaged 4.8 yards per carry, hauled in 77 of 109 targets and scored 18 touchdowns in 42 contests.
Published: Fri, Mar 19 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Becomes unrestricted free agent
Lindsay (hip) is now an unrestricted free agent, with the Broncos rescinding his RFA tender, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The Broncos had given Lindsay an original-round tender, allowing other teams to sign him to an offer sheet without forfeiting a draft pick. It sounds like the Broncos were preparing for the running back to leave, so they seemingly did him a favor in allowing him to be an unrestricted free agent instead of restricted. Lindsay now faces a simpler process for finding his next team, while the Broncos can focus on finding a cheaper backup running back behind Melvin Gordon. They still have Royce…read more
Published: Thu, Mar 18 at 7:07am by Rotowire.com
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Given lower tender
The Broncos have tendered Lindsay (hip) as a restricted free agent, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Lindsay famously went undrafted back in 2018, so giving him an original-round tender means the Broncos can match any offer sheet he receives, but they won't be entitled to compensation in the form of draft picks if he does sign elsewhere. Denver also had the option of applying a second-round tender to Lindsay, which would've virtually guaranteed he sticks around next season, but that would have raised his minimum salary from $2.13 million to $3.38 million. The two-time 1,000-yard rusher will…read more
Published: Mon, Mar 15 at 6:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely getting RFA tender
Broncos GM George Paton said the team plans to give Lindsay (hip/knee) a restricted free agent tender, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Analysis: The first option, a second-round tender, would all but ensure Lindsay stays with the Broncos, though it also costs $3.38 million. An original-round tender, on the other hand, costs only $2.13 million, but it also means there's no draft-pick compensation involved, which makes other teams far more likely to sign the running back to an offer sheet. While injuries defined his 2020 campaign, Lindsay has largely been an effective runner for the Broncos, and he could take on added importance in…read more
Published: Thu, Mar 4 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Plans to attack 2021 differently
Lindsay (hip/knee) indicated Wednesday that the Broncos' signing of Melvin Gordon last offseason affected his approach during the 2020 season, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports. "I was in battle mode. Everything caught me off guard with [Gordon] coming in. You can burn yourself out like that," Lindsay said.
Analysis: Perhaps Lindsay was pressing too hard to prove his value, but injuries also seemingly played a role in his reduced output in 2020. After breaking the 1,000-yard rushing threshold in both of his first two NFL seasons, Lindsay sat out five games during the most recent campaign to finish with 530 scrimmage yards and one total touchdown. He dealt with myriad injuries, including a hip/knee issue that kept the 26-year-old inactive Weeks 16 and 17. Defenses were also able to key in on Lindsay as a…read more
Published: Wed, Feb 10 at 5:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Injuries, scheme lead to down year
Lindsay finished the 2020 campaign with 502 yards and a touchdown on 118 carries. He added seven catches on 14 targets for 28 yards.
Analysis: So much for the one-two punch Denver had hoped to establish on the ground with Lindsay and free-agent addition Melvin Gordon. The two each had 40 rushing yards in the same game just twice all season and Lindsay himself topped that total just four times all season. Part of that can be attributed to the host of toe, hip and knee injuries Lindsay suffered throughout the season, causing him to miss five games and be hampered during several others. There's also the question of Lindsay's fit within…read more
Published: Tue, Jan 12 at 7:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Shut down for season
The Broncos placed Lindsay (hip/knee) on injured reserve Saturday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Analysis: This week, Lindsay was tagged with the two body parts that have hindered his ability to play this season, and Denver now has decided to shut him down for the campaign. A restricted free agent in the offseason, the team may opt to let him walk after Melvin Gordon successfully led the backfield in his first campaign in the Mile High City. Whatever befalls Lindsay in a few months, he'll end his third year as a pro with 118 carries for 502 yards and one touchdown while gathering in seven of 14…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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Won't play in Week 16
Lindsay (hip/knee) won't play Sunday against the Chargers, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: With Lindsay having been ruled out, added Week 16 carries are available for Melvin Gordon, with Royce Freeman (hip, questionable) a candidate for change-of-pace duty, assuming he's active for Sunday's contest.
Published: Fri, Dec 25 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Iffy for Sunday
Lindsay (hip/knee) won't practice Thursday, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Coach Vic Fangio noted that with the team off for Christmas, "maybe" Lindsay will be able to practice Saturday before the team heads for Los Angeles. With that in mind, Legwold suggests that Lindsay will "have to improve significantly over next two days" in order to play Sunday against the Chargers. If Lindsay isn't able to suit up this weekend, added carries would be available for Melvin Gordon, along with Royce Freeman (hip), assuming he's active.
Published: Thu, Dec 24 at 9:56am by Rotowire.com
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Missing practice Wednesday
Lindsay (hip) won't practice Wednesday, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The same applies to Royce Freeman (hip), leaving Melvin Gordon as the only running back on Denver's active roster who will be able to practice Wednesday. Lindsay and Gordon continued to split backfield duties in the team's Week 15 loss to the Bills, with both players logging 11 carries in the contest.
Published: Wed, Dec 23 at 10:12am by Rotowire.com
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Endures inefficient Week 15 showing
Lindsay collected 38 yards on 11 carries, adding three receptions for seven yards during Saturday's 48-19 loss to the Bills.
Analysis: Lindsay has yet to exceed 250 receiving yards in a professional season, and he's totaled only 28 yards as a pass catcher over 11 appearances in 2020. While passing-game upside was not being relied upon as his ticket to fantasy success this season, Lindsay's track record of incredible rushing efficiency was. The Colorado product averaged 4.9 yards per carry with 17 total touchdowns between 2018 and 2019, but with Melvin Gordon having entered the fold, Lindsay has managed 4.3 yards per attempt…read more
Published: Sat, Dec 19 at 7:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Active versus Bills
Lindsay (hip) is listed as active for Saturday afternoon's game against the Bills.
Analysis: The same applies to fellow running back Melvin Gordon (shoulder). In last weekend's win over the Panthers, Lindsay carried 11 times for 24 yards and caught two passes for seven yards, while Gordon logged 13 carries for 68 yards and three catches for 23 yards. They should continue to work in a time-share Saturday, but it's one that's been tilted toward Gordon, as he's been more involved as a pass catcher this season and has notched seven TDs (in 12 games) to Lindsay's one (through 10 contests).
Published: Sat, Dec 19 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Looks set to face Bills
Lindsay (hip) is expected to suit up against the Bills on Saturday, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: An official word on Lindsay's status will only have to wait until inactives are released prior to Saturday's 4:30 ET kickoff, but it looks as though the third-year pro will take the field. Backfield mate Melvin Gordon (shoulder) is also expected to play, which should result in he and Lindsay handling their usual '1A/1B' split.
Published: Sat, Dec 19 at 10:27am by Rotowire.com
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Will be listed as questionable
Coach Vic Fangio said that both Lindsay (hip) and Melvin Gordon (shoulder) will be listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Bills, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Though the status of both backs should be monitored as Saturday's 4:30 ET kickoff approaches, Mike Klis of 9News Denver previously relayed via Fangio that that the duo should be fine by game time. If that's indeed the case, Lindsay (who carried 11 times in Week 14) and Gordon (who notched 13 carries) should continue to work in a fairly even time-share this weekend.
Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 9:42am by Rotowire.com
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Trending in right direction
Coach Vic Fangio said Lindsay (hip) will be limited in practice again Wednesday, but the running back should be available for Saturday's game against the Bills, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Analysis: Fangio said that both Lindsay and Melvin Gordon (shoulder) should be fine for Saturday, so it looks like the Broncos' usual backfield split will remain in place. Lindsay has handled more than 10 carries in three of the last four weeks, though he has yet to score a touchdown or surpass 30 yards on the ground in that span.
Published: Wed, Dec 16 at 9:39am by Rotowire.com
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Limited on Tuesday's report
Lindsay (hip) was listed as limited on Tuesday's estimated injury report, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Lindsay has received double-digit touches in three of the last four contests, averaging 39.8 yards from scrimmage per game and scoring no TDs during that stretch. The potential may be there for more work Saturday against the Bills with Melvin Gordon estimated as a non-participant Tuesday due to the shoulder injury he suffered late in a Week 14 win at Carolina. Still, Lindsay has an injury of his own, so the health of both backs will need to be monitored as the weekend draws closer.
Published: Tue, Dec 15 at 1:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Inefficient day against Panthers
Lindsay collected 24 yards on 11 carries, adding two receptions for seven yards during Sunday's 32-27 win at Carolina.
Analysis: Lindsay saw an uptick in usage toward the end of the contest while Melvin Gordon dealt with a shoulder injury, though the issue was never severe enough to lift Gordon from the lineup entirely. In what was a pristine matchup, taking on a Carolina defense that ranked sixth worst in the NFL entering Sunday with 4.6 yards per carry allowed to opposing backs, Lindsay managed a meager 2.2 YPC while offering minimal passing-game contributions. The one-time Pro Bowler has been struggling on the ground…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 3:41pm by Rotowire.com
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Overshadowed in narrow loss
Lindsay (knee) ran the ball 14 times for 26 yards in Sunday's 22-16 loss to Kansas City.
Analysis: Lindsay was dealing with a banged-up knee during practice this week, but his status for this contest was never really in grave danger. However, the 26-year-old may not have been at full strength based on his disappointing output. Melvin Gordon quintupled his backfield mate's yardage with nearly identical touches, which could have an immediate effect on the carry distribution heading into a very favorable matchup against Carolina's revolving door that is disguised as a run defense. If Lindsay…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 11:02pm by Rotowire.com
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Suiting up Week 13
Lindsay (knee) is listed as active for Sunday night's game against Kansas City, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Lindsay thus is in line to share backfield work Sunday with Melvin Gordon, with Royce Freeman also on hand. While Lindsay's fantasy upside is hampered by his minimal involvement in Denver's passing game, the Week 13 prospects of all of the team's skill players should be brightened by the return to action of starting signal-caller Drew Lock. In last Sunday's 31-3 loss to the Saints, the team's offense was limited by a series of events that led to practice squad wide receiver Kendall Hinton being…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 3:55pm by Rotowire.com
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On track to play Sunday
Lindsay (knee) is expected to play Sunday night against Kansas City, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The running back didn't practice Wednesday, was limited Thursday, and then was listed as a full practice participant Friday. Assuming Lindsay is made active for Sunday night's 8:20 ET kickoff, he'll be in line to share backfield work with Melvin Gordon, with Royce Freeman also on hand.
Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 4:43am by Rotowire.com
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Status in question for Week 13
Lindsay (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game in Kansas City, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Lindsay got in some practice reps both Thursday and Friday, but the activity wasn't enough to clear him for Week 13 action. Coach Vic Fangio said Friday that he expects Lindsay to suit up this weekend, according to Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com. If he does, Fangio is of the belief that Lindsay "won't be limited much," which is a good sign that he'll continue his timeshare with Melvin Gordon. In seven games working with Gordon, Lindsay has 61 touches for 325 yards from scrimmage and one touchdown.
Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 1:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets in another practice
Lindsay (knee) participated in practice Friday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: After the Broncos held him out Wednesday, Lindsay will have logged back-to-back practices to end the week of prep. Whether or not he put in a full session Friday, the Broncos will clarify his availability for Sunday's game in Kansas City upon the release of the team's final Week 13 injury report.
Published: Fri, Dec 4 at 11:54am by Rotowire.com
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Returns to practice
Lindsay (knee) will return to a limited practice Thursday, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.
Analysis: Lindsay didn't practice Wednesday, but his return to practice Thursday aligns with the team's previously noted optimism with regard to the running back's availability for Sunday night's game against the Chiefs. Look for Friday's final injury report of the week to provide added clarity on that front.
Published: Thu, Dec 3 at 9:23am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Wednesday
Broncos head coach Vic Fangio said Lindsay (knee) won't practice Wednesday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Analysis: Per Ryan O'Halloran of The Denver Post, the Broncos are still optimistic that Lindsay will be able to play Sunday against the Chiefs. After having to start a practice squad receiver (Kendall Hinton) at quarterback in last week's loss to the Saints, the Broncos are expected to run a more traditional offense in Kansas City with Drew Lock returning from the reserve/COVID-19 list. The lack of passing threat that Hinton exhibited allowed the Saints to sell out against the run Week 12, resulting in…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 2 at 9:29am by Rotowire.com
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Injury considered minor
Coach Vic Fangio said Wednesday that Lindsay has a "minor" knee injury and could play Week 13, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: Lindsay was forced out of this past weekend's blowout loss to the Saints after handling just nine carries for 22 yards, but it sounds as though he could be healthy enough to play by the time the Broncos travel to Kansas City on Sunday. If he can retake the field without missing any more time, Lindsay will resume operating as part of a backfield tandem alongside Melvin Gordon.
Published: Mon, Nov 30 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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Suffers knee injury Sunday
Lindsay was removed from Sunday's game against the Saints with a knee injury, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: Lindsay was set for a more visible presence with the Broncos forced to employ a run-heavy game plan due a lack of available quarterbacks and wide receiver Kendall Hinton acting as the QB on passing downs. Indeed, Lindsay took many snaps out of Wildcat formations en route to nine carries for 20 yards. While he was ruled out, he remained on the sideline, so perhaps there's a chance he'll get back on the field in an emergency.
Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 3:05pm by Rotowire.com
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May see more work with new QB
The Broncos are expected to rely on a run-heavy game plan featuring Lindsay and Melvin Gordon with practice squad call-up Kendall Hinton slated to start at quarterback Sunday against the Saints, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.
Analysis: Not only will Hinton be making his NFL debut this weekend, but he'll also be making the adjustment to a new position after having practiced only at wide receiver for Denver this season. Hinton played quarterback at Wake Forest from 2015 through 2018 before making a full-time move to receiver in his final year of college ball in 2019, but his lack of familiarity with the position at the NFL level means the Broncos will likely limit his dropbacks for as long as the game flow allows. Assuming…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 9:25am by Rotowire.com
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Productive in Sunday's win
Lindsay carried the ball 16 times for 82 yards in Sunday's 20-13 win over the Dolphins.
Analysis: He produced nearly identical volume numbers to Melvin Gordon, who gained 84 yards on 15 carries, but it was Gordon who scored the Broncos' only two TDs of the afternoon. The duo will likely have a much tougher time finding running room in Week 12 against a Saints defense that just held Todd Gurley to 29 scrimmage yards.
Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 5:51pm by Rotowire.com
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Gets just four touches
Lindsay ran for two yards on four touches during Sunday's loss in Las Vegas.
Analysis: The Broncos' inability or aversion to feeding Lindsay has been one of the more interesting developments of the 2020 season. The third-year back has garnered double-digit touches just once in six games this season. Even with back-to-back stinkers against Atlanta and Las Vegas, he's still averaging 5.5 yards per carry -- 1.3 more than Melvin Gordon -- albeit on about half the carries. The most likely culprit is Lindsay's deficiencies in the passing game. Lindsay has struggled both as a…read more
Published: Tue, Nov 17 at 5:47am by Rotowire.com
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Inefficient outing against Falcons
Lindsay registered 23 rushing yards on eight carries, failing to haul in any of his three targets during Sunday's 34-27 loss to the Falcons.
Analysis: Lindsay may have been slowed slightly by a foot injury that kept him labeled as questionable entering the weekend, but the Falcons' performance against the run has been a strength of an otherwise inconsistent unit. Atlanta's No. 6 rush defense contained Lindsay to 2.9 yards per carry, with quarterback Drew Lock concluding the contest as the only Bronco to exceed 25 yards on the ground. Lindsay had been uber-efficient in 2020 coming into Sunday's contest, posting a 6.4 YPC average to boost an…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 4:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared to play Sunday
Lindsay (foot) is active for Sunday's game against the Falcons.
Analysis: Despite being listed as questionable heading into the weekend, Lindsay always seemed likely to be ready to go after he practiced fully Friday. With the Broncos officially clearing him to play, Lindsay should once again split work out of the backfield with Melvin Gordon. Lindsay has been the Broncos' more productive option on the ground this season (6.4 yards per carry on 45 totes), while Gordon has been the superior pass catcher (19 receptions on 26 targets).
Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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Set to play Sunday
Lindsay (foot) is expected to play Sunday against the Falcons, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The 26-year-old received the questionable tag after putting in a limited practice Friday, but coach Vic Fangio has indicated all week he believes the running back will suit up in Atlanta. Assuming he plays Sunday, Lindsay is poised to continue splitting backfield work with Melvin Gordon.
Published: Sat, Nov 7 at 9:27pm by Rotowire.com
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Officially questionable
Lindsay (foot) is officially questionable for Sunday's game against the Falcons, but coach Vic Fangio reiterated Friday that he believes the running back will be able to play, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: Lindsay was able to practice on a limited basis following an absence Wednesday, and the explosive running back looks like he'll be able to give it a go and split carries with Melvin Gordon on game day. Still, those counting on Lindsay in the fantasy realm should double check his status before the 1 p.m. ET kickoff to ensure he's active for the game.
Published: Fri, Nov 6 at 10:30am by Rotowire.com
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Should play in Week 9, per Fangio
Lindsay (foot) will practice in a limited fashion Thursday, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.
Analysis: Coach Vic Fangio noted Thursday that Lindsay should be available to play Sunday against the Falcons, but there's a decent chance that the running back will be officially listed as questionable for the contest come Friday.
Published: Thu, Nov 5 at 10:40am by Rotowire.com
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Misses practice to start week
Lindsay was listed as a non-participant on Wednesday's estimated practice report with a foot injury, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Lindsay, who exploded for 86 yards and a score on just seven touches during Sunday's 31-30 win over the Chargers, looks to have picked up an injury along the way. The 26-year-old missed three games due to a toe issue earlier this season, so it's possible the foot injury is related. He'll have two more chances to practice before the Broncos decide whether to tag him with an injury designation for the Week 9 contest in Atlanta.
Published: Wed, Nov 4 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds pay dirt in comeback
Lindsay ran for 83 yards and a touchdown on six carries and had a three-yard catch during Sunday's 31-30 win over the Chargers.
Analysis: The Broncos offense was nothing short of abysmal before Lindsay broke free for a 55-yard touchdown midway through the third quarter. It was his first score of the season. Melvin Gordon -- when in the lineup -- has gotten the lion's share of touches this season, but don't be surprised if the Broncos change it up. Lindsay is averaging 6.4 yards per carry this season and has averaged 89 total yards per game in the three games he's been able to finish. Next up is a tough Atlanta run defense.
Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 7:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Suits up Sunday
Lindsay (concussion) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Chargers.
Analysis: Lindsay, who was forced out of Denver's Week 7 loss to the Chiefs, will thus be in line split backfield work with Melvin Gordon, a context that doesn't guarantee Lindsay a great deal of volume, but it does put him on the Week 8 flex radar.
Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to play Sunday
Lindsay (concussion) is expected to play Sunday against the Chargers, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: That's echoed by NFL Network's James Palmer, who relays that the running back is expected to clear concussion protocol and suit up Sunday. Confirmation of Lindsay's Week 8 status will arrive upon the release of Denver's inactives ahead of the team's 4:05 ET kickoff. If he does suit up versus the Chargers, Lindsay will be in line split backfield work with Melvin Gordon.
Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 4:18am by Rotowire.com
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Expected to play barring setback
Lindsay (concussion) is expected to play against the Chargers barring any early morning setbacks Sunday, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Lindsay was a full participant in Saturday's practice, but the running back must pass one final test as part of the concussion protocol to be eligible to play Sunday. The 26-year-old was dynamic in the first half of last week's loss to the Chiefs, piling together 79 yards on the ground across just nine carries before leaving with the aforementioned concussion. Should Lindsay be deemed active Sunday, expect him to once again split the load with Melvin Gordon.
Published: Sat, Oct 31 at 12:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as questionable for Week 8
Lindsay (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: The Broncos didn't practice Friday due to COVID-19 precautions, but it's worth noting that Lindsay was limited to individual work Thursday. Legwold adds that the team is in line to practice Saturday, after which an update on Lindsay's status may be provided. If the running back doesn't gain clearance for Sunday's contest, Royce Freeman would be in line for added work behind starter Melvin Gordon.
Published: Fri, Oct 30 at 1:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed as limited Thursday
Lindsay's status on Thursday's practice report has been upgraded to limited after he was able to participate in some individual drills, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: While Lindsay still isn't in the clear for Sunday's game against the Chargers, he is moving the right direction as he progresses through the league's concussion protocol. What's he able to do at practice Friday will no doubt be pivotal with regard to his Week 8 status.
Published: Thu, Oct 29 at 2:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Still not practicing
Lindsay (concussion) didn't practice Thursday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: Though he's officially logged back-to-back practice absences, Mike Klis of 9News Denver notes that Lindsay did non-contact individual drills Thursday, as he continues to ease his way through the NFL's concussion protocol. We'll revisit the running back's status Friday to see if he progresses to the point where he can practice, either fully or in a limited fashion.
Published: Thu, Oct 29 at 2:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Wednesday
Lindsay (concussion) won't practice Wednesday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Analysis: With Lindsay in the NFL's concussion protocol and not yet able to practice, he'll need to gain clearance from an independent neurologist in order to suit up Sunday against the Chargers. In the event Lindsay is forced to miss his fourth game of the season, Royce Freeman would be in line for added work in Week 8 behind starter Melvin Gordon.
Published: Wed, Oct 28 at 10:12am by Rotowire.com
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Concussion confirmed
Lindsay won't return to Sunday's game versus the Chiefs due to a concussion, James Palmer of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Lindsay ran roughshod over the Kansas City defense in the first half, churning out 79 yards on nine carries. With Lindsay's immediate future now cloudy, Melvin Gordon is poised for a workhorse role, while Royce Freeman may make a temporary jump up the Broncos' running back depth chart.
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 3:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Possible concussion
Lindsay is being evaluated for a concussion after heading to the locker room during Sunday's game against the Chiefs, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Prior to exiting Sunday's contest late in the second quarter, Lindsay had logged nine carries for 79 yards. If he's unable to return following halftime, added touches will be available for Melvin Gordon.
Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 3:01pm by Rotowire.com
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Tops century mark as lead back
Lindsay rushed 23 times for 101 yards but wasn't targeted in the passing game in Sunday's 18-12 win over New England.
Analysis: Lindsay worked as the lead back in his return from a toe injury with Melvin Gordon sidelined by strep throat, and he responded with the sixth 100-yard rushing performance of his three-year NFL career. Royce Freeman mixed in with 30 scrimmage yards on eight carries and one reception, and Lindsay's lack of involvement in the passing game was disappointing. Still, Lindsay's rushing prowess should earn him a sizable share of Denver's backfield snaps moving forward, even if Gordon's able to return…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 1:26pm by Rotowire.com
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Starting on Sunday
Lindsay will act as the primary back with Melvin Gordon (illness) ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Patriots, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Analysis: Lindsay will slide into the starting role after the Broncos chose not to have Gordon fly with the team to New England. The fact Gordon was cited for a DUI and speeding charges earlier in the week also complicates matters, though the NFL has yet to issue any sort of punishment regarding the alleged incident. Lindsay has not played since Week 1 due to a toe injury, but he's been a capable starter each of the past two years, accumulating back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing seasons.
Published: Sat, Oct 17 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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May lead backfield Sunday
Lindsay may be the Broncos' primary running back Sunday in New England due to uncertainty surrounding Melvin Gordon's (illness) health, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: Gordon's illness isn't related to COVID-19, but coach Vic Fangio said, "They've totally diagnosed what it is, how to treat it and there is a possibility the treatment will be quick & effective. If it's not, then he won't play." The running back also has a recent citation for driving under the influence hanging over his head. If Gordon ends up being inactive, Lindsay's sole competition for RB reps will be Royce Freeman, unless the Broncos make a short-term addition to the active roster. On the…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 16 at 1:18pm by Rotowire.com
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Could start Week 6
Lindsay could lead Denver's backfield Sunday against the Patriots if Melvin Gordon (personal) receives a suspension, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.
Analysis: Lindsay hasn't taken the field since Week 1 due to a toe injury, but he's on track to make a return from a three-game absence this weekend. While the Broncos would ideally ease Lindsay back into action as part of a timeshare with Gordon, the latter's arrest late Tuesday on DUI and speeding charges complicates his Week 6 status. Regarding Gordon, who didn't practice Wednesday, the Broncos remain in discussion with the NFL about possible disciplinary responses, which could include a suspension.…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 14 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Denver-New England postponed again
Lindsay and the Broncos won't play the Patriots on Monday after the game was postponed until Week 6 due to a third positive COVID-19 test in the New England organization within the past eight days, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The Broncos and Patriots are now tentatively scheduled to play Sunday, Oct. 18 in Week 6, which was originally a scheduled bye week for New England. Denver, meanwhile, had been in line to host the Dolphins, but Miami now looks poised to take its bye Week 6. Had Monday's game been played as scheduled, Lindsay was in line to suit up after missing Denver's previous three games with a case of turf toe, but he'll now have to wait another week to return to action.
Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 6:27am by Rotowire.com
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Will return to action Sunday
Lindsay (toe) practiced fully Wednesday and is slated to play Sunday versus the Patriots, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: While Lindsay was sidelined for the past three games, Melvin Gordon played well, recording 240 yards from scrimmage and three total touchdowns. According to Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com, the Broncos plan to use both backs Sunday, including plays in which both Gordon and Lindsay are on the field at the same time. That may mean Lindsay will line up in the slot or out wide, as the Broncos are lacking receiver depth with both Courtland Sutton (torn ACL) and KJ Hamler (hamstring) sidelined. Regardless…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Should be back Week 5
Coach Vic Fangio said Friday that he expects Lindsay (toe) to play in the Broncos' Week 5 game against the Patriots, Jon Heath of USA Today reports. "Phillip could've played [in Thursday's 37-28 win over the Jets]," Fangio said. "He was ready to play mentally and physically but I didn't feel comfortable playing him without any practice. He essentially hasn't practiced since sustaining the injury, and last week's practices were all walk-through type practices."
Analysis: With the Broncos returning to action with a Sunday game during the upcoming week rather than having to play Thursday night, Lindsay should be able to go through a proper practice regimen. Assuming he experiences no setbacks with his sprained toe in those sessions, Lindsay will likely be cleared to make his first appearance since the Broncos' season opener. Expect him to immediately unseat Royce Freeman for top backup duties behind Melvin Gordon, with the Broncos perhaps even using the two backs…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 12:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Not suiting up Thursday
Lindsay (toe) is listed as inactive Thursday against the Jets, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.
Analysis: Currently dealing with a case of turf toe, Lindsay will miss his third consecutive contest as a result. In his absence, Melvin Gordon will lead the way out of Denver's backfield while Royce Freeman handles any RB reps that remain.
Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 3:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Looking unlikely for Thursday
Lindsay (toe) appears unlikely to suit up Thursday against Denver, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: While the tide could always turn prior to the 8:20 p.m. EST kickoff, it's looking once again like Melvin Gordon will have the backfield largely to himself against a Jets team giving up the eighth-most points to opposing running backs in standard formats. Lindsay has definitely made progress this week and is even traveling with the team, but with upcoming games 10 days apart, it would likely make more sense to take a conservative approach that allows him additional time to recover.
Published: Thu, Oct 1 at 6:28am by Rotowire.com
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Game-day call Thursday
Lindsay (toe) is listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Jets and is viewed as a game-day decision, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.
Analysis: Lindsay has logged limited practices since this last Friday, but his lack of a full workout is apparently enough to keep his status muddled heading into Thursday. In the event that Broncos elect to hold Lindsay out for another game with an eye toward having him at or near 100 percent for the team's Oct. 11 game against the Patriots, Melvin Gordon would continue to log the bulk of the team's snaps and touches out of the backfield. Meanwhile, Royce Freeman would handle change-of-pace duties…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 30 at 11:43am by Rotowire.com
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Limited work in practice
Broncos head coach Vic Fangio said Lindsay (toe) was a limited participant in Tuesday's practice, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: According to James Palmer of NFL Network, Fangio acknowledged earlier Tuesday that Lindsay was closing in on a return, so the running back's presence on the practice field seemingly supports that notion. Lindsay remains a candidate to return from a two-game absence to play Thursday versus the Jets, but the Broncos may want to see the 26-year-old put in a full workout Wednesday before clearing him to play. Whenever Lindsay is given the green light to suit up, he'll be a threat to poach snaps and…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 29 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Looks on track for Thursday
Coach Vic Fangio said Monday that Lindsay (toe) is "trending in the right direction" to suit up Thursday in New York, Kyle Newman of The Denver Post reports.
Analysis: Lindsay has missed back-to-back contests due to a toe injury, and Fangio confirms that he'll see a snap count even if he does manage to take the field versus the Jets. As such, Melvin Gordon looks to be in line to lead Denver's backfield once again Week 4, even if Lindsay does suit up. Gordon was held to 26 rushing yards on eight carries during Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers, though he also added four catches for 12 receiving yards.
Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 11:29am by Rotowire.com
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Inactive in Week 3
Lindsay (toe) is inactive for Sunday's Week 3 tilt against the Buccaneers.
Analysis: Lindsay had managed to work back to limited practice participation Friday, but he was still much more likely to sit than suit up Sunday. HIs absence has now come to pass, leaving Melvin Gordon, who toughed out 70 yards on 19 rushes against a tough Steelers defense Week 2, up against another formidable challenge in the form of a Buccaneers unit that's surrendered just 2.7 yards per carry to running backs the first two games.
Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 12:04pm by Rotowire.com
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Doubtful for Week 3
Lindsay (toe) is officially listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.
Analysis: Lindsay was a limited participant in Friday's practice, his first activity in any capacity since injuring his toe during the season opener. The 26-year-old nonetheless is trending in the wrong direction for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay, but he could have a shot at suiting up against the Jets in Week 4 during Thursday Night Football.
Published: Fri, Sep 25 at 1:21pm by Rotowire.com
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Takes the practice field Friday
Lindsay (turf toe) was spotted at practice Friday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Analysis: We'll have to see how the Broncos classify Lindsay's participation level, but his presence on the field is definitely a step in the right direction. Whether it's enough to give him a shot to play Sunday against the Buccaneers should become more clear upon the release of the team's final Week 3 injury report later Friday.
Published: Fri, Sep 25 at 10:49am by Rotowire.com
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Sitting out practice again
Broncos head coach Vic Fangio said Lindsay (toe) wouldn't practice Thursday, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.
Analysis: Lindsay has yet to record any activity in practice since he exited the Broncos' Week 1 loss to the Titans due to a case of turf toe. Unless he unexpectedly gains clearance to log some on-field work at the Broncos' final Week 3 practice Friday, Lindsay will likely be inactive for a second straight game Sunday against the Buccaneers.
Published: Thu, Sep 24 at 11:15am by Rotowire.com
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Not practicing Wednesday
Lindsay (toe) won't practice Wednesday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: Lindsay was projected to miss 2-to-4 weeks when he exited the Broncos' season-opening loss to the Titans due to a case of turf toe, so he's looking unlikely to be available for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers. As such, Melvin Gordon looks primed to see an uptick in snaps and touches for at least one more game, with Royce Freeman operating as his backup.
Published: Wed, Sep 23 at 11:19am by Rotowire.com
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Facing 2-to-4-week absence
The Broncos expect Lindsay to miss 2-to-4 weeks following the results of a second opinion on his sprained toe, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Denver already lists Lindsay as out for Sunday's game at Pittsburgh, but the team is also seemingly preparing him to sit again Week 3 versus Tampa Bay, and possible additional games after that. Before exiting in the second quarter with a case of turf toe in the Broncos' Week 1 loss to the Titans, Lindsay had out-carried Melvin Gordon by a 7-5 margin, but the injury should pave the way for Gordon to serve as Denver's clear lead back for at least the next two games. Gordon finished the Week 1…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 6:34am by Rotowire.com
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Out this week
Lindsay (toe) won't play Sunday against the Steelers, Kyle Newman of The Denver Post reports.
Analysis: With Lindsay sidelined this week, the stage is set for Melvin Gordon to be the Broncos' clear-cut top back Sunday, with Royce Freeman on hand to serve in a complementary/change-of-pace capacity.
Published: Fri, Sep 18 at 12:54pm by Rotowire.com
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Unlikely to play Week 2
Coach Vic Fangio said in an appearance on KOA NewsRadio that Lindsay (toe) probably won't play Sunday at Pittsburgh.
Analysis: The 26-year-old was a non-participant at the first two practices of the week, and his outlook apparently hasn't improved much coming into Friday. Lindsay suffered the toe sprain during the season-opening loss to the Titans, and it appears he'll be forced to miss some time. Denver's official injury report will be released later in the day, which should shed further light on his status heading into the weekend.
Published: Fri, Sep 18 at 6:55am by Rotowire.com
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Idle for another practice
Broncos head coach Vic Fangio said Lindsay (toe) won't practice Thursday, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.
Analysis: Lindsay's sprained toe has now kept him sidelined for two practices in a row since he suffered the injury in the Broncos' Monday night loss to the Titans. Fangio labeled Lindsay day-to-day Wednesday, but the running back will likely need to get in some on-field work Friday during the Broncos' final practice session to have a realistic shot at playing in Pittsburgh this weekend. Royce Freeman would step in as the top backup to Melvin Gordon if Lindsay can't go.
Published: Thu, Sep 17 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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Called day-to-day
Coach Vic Fangio said that Lindsay (toe) won't practice Wednesday and is considered "day-to-day," Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Lindsay exited Monday's loss to the Titans with what was believed to be a mild case of turf toe, but Ian Rapoport of NFL Network suggests the injury could be something that sidelines the running back for "the next few weeks." In the event that Lindsay is forced to sit out Week 2 in Pittsburgh (or any additional games), Melvin Gordon would be locked in as Denver's clear top back, while Royce Freeman would serve as the top backup.
Published: Wed, Sep 16 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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Could miss time
Lindsay (toe) will receive a second opinion on his injury Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Rapoport notes that the running back's issue isn't considered a long-term concern, but Lindsay could end up missing the next few weeks while he deals with turf toe. If Lindsay does indeed miss time, added touches will be available for Melvin Gordon and, to a lesser degree, Royce Freeman.
Published: Wed, Sep 16 at 8:21am by Rotowire.com
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MRI on tap
Lindsay is slated to undergo an MRI on Tuesday after suffering from what the Broncos believe was a mild case of turf toe in Monday's 16-14 loss to the Titans, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Analysis: The MRI should provide more clarity on the nature of the injury, which Lindsay apparently picked up in the second quarter. Before departing, Lindsay carried seven times for 24 yards and hauled in his lone target for an 11-yard gain across 19 first-half snaps. If Lindsay's toe injury ends up sidelining him for the Broncos' Week 2 matchup with Pittsburgh, Melvin Gordon would likely take on a larger portion of the Broncos' backfield snaps, while Royce Freeman would serve as the top backup.
Published: Tue, Sep 15 at 6:33am by Rotowire.com
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Dealing with turf toe
Lindsay, who was forced out of Monday night's game against the Titans, is dealing with turf toe, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Schefter notes that the Broncos hope the running back's toe issue is "mild," but for now Lindsay's status for this Sunday's game against the Steelers is unclear. if he's out or limited in Week 2, added touches would be available for Melvin Gordon and, to a lesser degree, Royce Freeman.
Published: Tue, Sep 15 at 5:12am by Rotowire.com
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Done for night
Lindsay (foot) will not return to Monday's game versus the Titans, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: Lindsay didn't take the field with the team to begin the second half and it appears that will remain the case. Look for Melvin Gordon to get plenty of reps out of the backfield in his absence, with Royce Freeman set to spell Gordon. The team should release more information on Lindsay's foot problem in the coming days, but it's a short turnaround for Week 2's game against the Steelers.
Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 9:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Questionable to return
Lindsay is considered questionable to return Monday due to an ankle injury, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: It's unclear exactly when Lindsay suffered the ankle issue, but the report surfaced after the Broncos emerged for the start of the second half. If he can't return, Melvin Gordon figures to handle the vast majority of snaps in the backfield.
Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 9:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Bulks up ahead of season
Lindsay added 10 pounds of muscle to his frame during the offseason, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.
Analysis: Lindsay faded down the stretch in 2019. After averaging 5.2 yards per carry during the first nine games of the season, he finished with 3.7 yards per tote over his last seven contests. Inexperienced quarterback play and injuries along the offensive line played their part, but the added weight should at least help make Lindsay more durable down the stretch. Lindsay is almost certainly going to see fewer touches in 2020 thanks to the addition of Melvin Gordon, but a bigger frame could help…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 12 at 3:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Preparing for camp
Lindsay (wrist) says he is ready for training camp, Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Lindsay had wrist surgery for a second straight offseason, but his rehab from the recent procedure has been much simpler than what he dealt with last year. He also mentioned he's up to 195 pounds, which is five pounds heavier than his listed weight and eight pounds heavier than his playing weight from last season. The soon-to-be 26-year-old believes he'll be a good fit with new offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur, though volume may be an issue after the Broncos signed Melvin Gordon.
Published: Tue, Jun 23 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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Facing challenge from Gordon
A Broncos executive said Lindsay (wrist) is expected to work in a "tag team" with Melvin Gordon, who agreed to a two-year, $16 million contract with the Broncos on Friday, Mike Klis of 9News Denver reports.
Analysis: Gordon has the higher profile as well as a better history of receiving and touchdown production, but Lindsay's career mark of 4.9 yards per carry puts him well ahead of his new teammate (4.0). To be fair, Gordon mostly ran behind lousy offensive lines throughout his five years with the Chargers, and his rushing average was perhaps dragged down a bit by the regular usage in goal-line/short-yardage situations. New offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur suggested in February that Lindsay would see a…read more
Published: Fri, Mar 20 at 12:25pm by Rotowire.com
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Headed for more receiving work?
Broncos offensive coordinator Pat Shurmur believes Lindsay (wrist) will see more targets in 2020, Cecil Lammey of 104.3 The Fan reports.
Analysis: Lindsay caught 35 passes in both 2018 and 2019, averaging 6.2 yards per catch and 4.6 per target while dropping 10 of his 95 targets. A severe wrist injury from late in his rookie campaign seemed to linger into 2019, with Lindsay dropping six balls and struggling in pass protection, though he did play all 16 games before having a second surgery on his wrist in January. The recovery process should be shorter this time around, and there's no question Lindsay has the speed and agility to thrive as…read more
Published: Thu, Feb 6 at 12:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Undergoes wrist procedure
Lindsay recently underwent a cleanup procedure on his right wrist, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.
Analysis: Per the report, the running back's recovery time is slated to be "minimal" and "should barely impact" his offseason training. Renck notes that Lindsay, who at times was in discomfort this past season, underwent an extensive procedure on his wrist last year and his latest procedure should take much less time to bounce back from. With that in mind, Nicki Jhabvala of The Athletic indicates that Lindsay is expected to be fine for the Broncos' OTAs.
Published: Thu, Jan 16 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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Wraps up 2019 with 1,207 yards
Lindsay ran for 1,011 yards and seven touchdowns on 224 carries during the 2019 season. He added 196 yards on 35 receptions.
Analysis: Lindsay looked like a franchise cornerstone coming out of a surprise 2018 season, but he was unable to meet his 2018 output despite averaging more than a touch more per game. His 4.7 yards per touch in 2019 were a full yard less than 2018. The issue wasn't a lack of big plays, as Lindsay had eight plays of 20 or more yards in 2019, just one fewer than 2018. Instead, the issue appears to have been yards before contact. Lindsay averaged 3.1 yards before contact in 2018 as compared to 2.1 in 2019,…read more
Published: Sat, Jan 4 at 11:24am by Rotowire.com
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Heads into offseason healthy
Lindsay will look to improve his strength and proficiency in the passing game this offseason after he was limited by injury leading up to the 2019 campaign, Troy Renck of Denver 7 News reports.
Analysis: Lindsay injured his wrist late in his rookie season, and the lingering effects prevented him from doing upper-body work until right before training camp. The running back played every game in 2019 but seemed to slow down a bit, averaging a full yard per touch less in 2019 (4.7) as compared to 2018 (5.7). Improved health and an offensive line that should get high-priced right tackle Ja'Wuan James (knee) to play more than a few dozen snaps in 2020 should make a difference for Lindsay.
Published: Wed, Jan 1 at 9:45am by Rotowire.com
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Tops 1,000 yards on year
Lindsay ran for 53 yards on 18 carries during Sunday's 16-15 win over the Raiders.
Analysis: Sunday's grinding performance put Lindsay at 1,011 rushing yards on the season, making him the first undrafted player to record back-to-back 1,000 yard seasons to start a career. The end result looks similar to his rookie campaign, but Lindsay's 4.5 yards per carry in 2019 was nearly a full yard less than his 2018 mark. He also had three 100-total-yard games in 2019 as compared to six in 2018 and scored three fewer touchdowns. A new scheme, a revolving door at quarterback and a makeshift right…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 5:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Breaks century mark, scores TD
Lindsay ran for 109 yards and a touchdown on 19 carries and hauled in two of his three targets for nine receiving yards during Sunday's 27-17 win against the Lions.
Analysis: The second-year back was held to a season-low 32 rushing yards last Sunday in a loss to Kansas City, but he bounced back against Detroit by recording his second 100-yard rushing performance of 2019. During Week 16, Lindsay tied his personal best by reaching 35 receptions on the season, and he currently sits just 42 yards away from kicking off his NFL career with back-to-back 1,000-yard rushing campaigns. Lindsay and the Broncos will close out 2019 with a home matchup against Oakland's No. 14…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 4:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Has season-worst game
Lindsay ran for 32 yards on seven carries and did not haul in either of his targets during Sunday's 23-3 loss in Kansas City.
Analysis: Sunday's 32 yards were a season low for Lindsay. There appeared to have been some attempted trickery early with Lindsay taking a direct snap and briefly looking to pass before pulling the ball down for a modest gain. There wasn't much excitement after that for Lindsay or Denver's offense as a whole. Lindsay has been held under 70 total yards in four consecutive games, and it wouldn't be a surprise if Detroit makes it five on Sunday. The Lions have been vulnerable against the pass this season…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 4:45pm by Rotowire.com
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Finds end zone in high-scoring win
Lindsay rushed 16 times for 51 yards and a touchdown while catching both of his targets for four yards in Sunday's 38-24 win over Houston.
Analysis: Lindsay's one-yard touchdown in the third quarter gave his team a 38-3 lead. He got 16 carries to Royce Freeman's eight, but the running game was surprisingly quiet for the Broncos in this one. Lindsay has eclipsed 50 rushing yards in 10 of his last 11 games, and he's added six touchdowns in that span, making the second-year running back a dependable option heading into a Week 15 matchup against the vulnerable Chiefs run defense.
Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 2:15pm by Rotowire.com
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Held in check vs. Chargers
Lindsay carried 17 times for 58 yards and caught all three of his targets for an additional four yards during Sunday's 23-20 win over the Chargers.
Analysis: Lindsay struggled to get things going on the ground as he finished averaging just 3.4 yards per attempt. He hauled in each of the passes Drew Lock sent his way but lost yardage on two of them and finished with underwhelming numbers in that phase. Lindsay more than doubled Royce Freeman's number of touches in this one, but he hasn't exceeded 75 scrimmage yards in the last three games and will look to do more with his usage next Sunday against the Texans.
Published: Sun, Dec 1 at 6:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Gains 68 yards
Lindsay ran for 57 yards on 13 attempts and added an 11-yard catch during Sunday's 20-3 loss in Buffalo.
Analysis: Lindsay was unable to shake loose against the Bills, but his 4.4 yards-per-carry average was all the more impressive considering the Denver pass offense did not pose a threat throughout the game. Lindsay is dangerous when he's able to get to the edge and slash through the line. That's becoming increasingly difficult as defenses have learned not to fear Brandon Allen's arm on dropbacks. A middle-of-the-road Chargers pass defense awaits Sunday, but Lindsay's value may ride on whether Allen is…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 4:23pm by Rotowire.com
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Good to go after full practice
Lindsay (foot/wrist) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's road game against the Bills after practicing fully Friday, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: In this past Sunday's 27-23 loss to Minnesota, Lindsay out-snapped fellow running back Royce Freeman, 51-23, en route to logging 16 carries for 67 yards and catching both of his targets for eight yards. For his part, Freeman carried eight times for 31 yards and hauled in his lone target for 14 yards. Expect a similar timeshare (i.e. one tilted in Lindsay's favor) to be in effect this weekend against a Buffalo defense that has allowed an average of 106.3 rushing yards per game.
Published: Fri, Nov 22 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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Still limited in practice
Lindsay (foot/wrist) was a limited participant in Thursday's practice, Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports.
Analysis: Lindsay is apparently still a little banged up after handling one his larger snap shares (64 percent) in the Week 11 loss to the Vikings. The fact that he was able to fit in some on-field work in the Broncos' first two sessions of Week 12 suggests he's trending toward playing Sunday in Buffalo, but Friday's practice report will reveal whether or not he carries a designation into that contest.
Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 2:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Limited practice Wednesday
Lindsay was limited at practice Wednesday due to foot and wrist injuries.
Analysis: In the Broncos' Week 11 loss to the Vikings, Lindsay out-snapped Royce Freeman, 51-23, while rushing 16 times for 67 yards and catching both of his targets for eight yards. Meanwhile, Freeman ran eight times for 31 yards and caught his only target for 14 yards. Assuming his current aches and pains are nothing major, Lindsay should head the Broncos' backfield once again this Sunday in Buffalo.
Published: Wed, Nov 20 at 3:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Gains 75 yards in loss
Lindsay ran for 67 yards on 16 carries and added eight yards on two catches during Sunday's 27-23 loss in Minnesota.
Analysis: Lindsay, much like Denver as a whole, was able to gain some chunks early on, but fell out of rhythm late. The sophomore back hasn't drawn quite the praise he did last season and is averaging -- by his standards -- a modest 4.9 yards per carry this season, down from 5.4 yards per carry as a rookie. Still, an increase in usage has helped him top 75 total yards in five of his last six games and he's on pace to edge out last season's production both on the ground and through the air. After a solid…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 4:06pm by Rotowire.com
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Expected to garner larger workload
Lindsay is expected to take on a larger share of the backfield snaps and touches Sunday against the Vikings, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Denver has deployed a fairly even distribution of the workload between Lindsay and Royce Freeman all season, with the former playing between 40 and 56 percent of the offensive snaps and topping out at 25 touches and the latter handling snap shares between 47 and 63 percent and maxing out at 19 touches. Freeman (4.0 yards per carry) has been far less efficient on the ground than Lindsay (4.9 YPC), which could provide an explanation behind the Broncos' supposed plan to feature the 25-year-old…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 8:52am by Rotowire.com
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Seals win with TD
Lindsay carried the ball nine times for 92 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-19 win over the Browns.
Analysis: He was far more productive than Royce Freeman (14 scrimmage yards on six touches) in this one, and Lindsay's 30-yard TD scamper in the third quarter gave the Broncos just enough cushion to hang on for the win. It's his best rushing performance since Week 5, but Lindsay's snap share will remain limited as long as the wrist injury he's been playing through restricts his ability to pass protect. He'll get a bye week to heal up before Denver heads to Minnesota in Week 11.
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 6:56pm by Rotowire.com
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Indianapolis Colts running back Phillip Lindsay runs for a gain of 15 yards.
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