A.J. Dillon Fantasy

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said that rookie running back A.J. Dillon (quadriceps) "should be out there a little bit today" at practice. Meanwhile, offensive tackle Jared Veldheer remains in the COVID-19 protocols, while running back Tyler Ervin (foot) will not practice. Dillon's injury doesn't appear to be very serious, so he should have a good shot at suiting up on Sunday in the NFC Championship against the Buccaneers, but keep an eye on his practice status the rest of the week. If the 22-year-old is limited at all or is inactive, Jamaal Williams would take on a much bigger role as the backup behind lead-back Aaron Jones. Dillon carried the ball six times for 27 yards in the Divisional Round victory over the Rams last weekend.

Jan. 20th • 4:18 PM

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said that the team will be careful with rookie running back A.J. Dillon (undisclosed), but he is hopeful that Dillon can play on Sunday against the Buccaneers in the NFC Championship game. Dillon left the fourth quarter of the win over the Rams in the Divisional Round on Saturday with an undisclosed injury. The 22-year-old ran the ball six times for 27 yards in the win over the Rams. Keep a close eye on his practice status throughout the week. If he's inactive against Tampa Bay, Jamaal Williams would be a much more attractive DFS sleeper behind Aaron Jones. Dillon dealt with injury and was on the COVID-19 list in his rookie season, but he could have a substantial role in Green Bay's backfield in 2021 if Jones leaves in free agency.

Jan. 18th • 5:14 PM

Green Bay Packers running back A.J. Dillon carried the ball 21 times for a career-high 124 rushing yards and two touchdowns in a blowout win over the Titans. Dillon operated as the number-two back with Jamaal Williams (quad) inactive and proceeded to break out for the best performance of his young career. The 22-year-old also saw some additional run in the first half with Aaron Jones leaving due to injury, though the latter returned to the game. Dillon looked very impressive on his 33-yard touchdown run, breaking a couple of tackles en route to the end zone. His bruising running style appears suited to the weather conditions for this time of year, meaning this performance likely earned him more playing time. Dillon will take on a Bears Defense in Week 17 that has been pretty stingy against runners all year.

Dec. 28th • 2:48 PM