ChaseBrown

News: 6 days agoBrown rushed five times for 10 yards and brought in his only target for no gain in the Bengals' 17-14 preseason loss to the Buccaneers on Saturday night. He also returned one kickoff for 26 yards.

Spin: With Zack Moss (illness) sidelined, Brown got the starting nod and saw a hefty workload on the opening possession. Brown logged three straight carries starting with the second play from scrimmage, with his game-long run of six yards coming on the final touch in that sequence. The second-year back added a five-yard gain later in the drive. He's projected to handle what will presumably be a markedly larger volume of touches than the 58 he logged across 12 regular-season games as a rookie while sharing the backfield with the departed Joe Mixon.

ESPN Fantasy Projection: Heading into his second pro season, Brown will occupy the No. 2 role behind Zack Moss in the Bengals' backfield. Brown has the ability to find interior daylight as a runner, plus he flashed as a receving target as a rookie. Last season, Brown averaged 14.4 yards per reception on screens, using his vision and contact balance to win in space. He is a smart insurance play behind Moss, and his receiving usage creates flex value in deeper leagues.