Buffalo Bills running back Darrynton Evans (hamstring) made his case to make the final roster in Saturday afternoon's preseason defeat to the visiting Carolina Panthers in Orchard Park, tying for the team lead in receiving with three catches for 28 yards and a touchdown while adding 15 rushing yards on three carries. Evans certainly put together a nice day before leaving with a hamstring injury on Saturday against the Panthers, shedding a tackle and high-stepping his way across the end zone to give the Bills a lead in the second quarter, but his performance was overshadowed by undrafted rookie Frank Gore Jr., who also scored but produced a whopping 101 yards. Evans, 26, is not as likely to make Buffalo's 53-man roster following Gore's standout showing, and he probably wouldn't be any greater than the No. 4 back on the depth chart even if he does stick around.
The Buffalo Bills signed running back Darrynton Evans and defensive tackle Eli Ankou to Reserve/Futures contracts on Tuesday. Evans will head to training camp this summer hoping to give the Bills some extra running back depth behind James Cook, Ty Johnson and Latavius Murray with Damien Harris (head, neck) heading into free agency in March. The 25-year-old was with three different NFL teams in 2023 and saw action with the Chicago Bears and Miami Dolphins. In seven games combined, he carried the ball just 32 times for 121 yards and one touchdown, with most of his production coming with Chicago. He also caught seven passes for 49 yards with the Bears. The former third-round pick in 2020 by the Tennessee Titans has 62 career carries for 246 yards and one touchdown, adding 12 catches for 120 yards and another score in four seasons.
Miami Dolphins running back Darrynton Evans was elevated from the practice squad to the active roster, the team announced. Evans spent the first half of this season with the Bears, totaling a career-high 105 rushing yards, 49 receiving yards, and one touchdown. His promotion to Miami's active roster suggests that there's a real chance De'Von Achane (knee) or Raheem Mostert (ankle, knee) will not play on Friday. Fantasy managers invested in this backfield should check back for updates on the Dolphins' final injury report Thursday afternoon.
Darrynton Evans Scores First Touchdown This Season
Chicago Bears running back Darrynton Evans found the end zone for the first time this year on Sunday night, finishing with four carries for 18 yards and a rushing touchdown. He also added three catches for 22 yards on four targets. With Khalil Herbert (ankle) on IR, there was an opportunity for touches in the Bears' backfield. Evans ended up with fewer touches than both Roschon Johnson and D'Onta Foreman, but he managed to find paydirt and had the best game in the running back room. The 25-year-old had the most yards of any running back and should remain in the mix in some capacity until Herbert returns. The Bears take on the Saints in Week 9, who allow the fifth-fewest points to running backs this season. While Evans is likely to have some role, his matchup combined with an uncertain role should keep him out of fantasy lineups.
Darrynton Evans Breaks Tackles For 35-Yard Score In Win
Buffalo Bills running back Darrynton Evans rushed nine times for 65 yards in Saturday's 24-21 preseason win over the Chicago Bears. The 25-year-old created a highlight play on a slick, tackle-busting 35-yard sprint to start the fourth quarter with a bang. Evans nicely capped off a fairly productive preseason, where he took 21 attempts for 108 yards through three games. Ty Johnson handled 11 carries for 46 yards in this one after signing with the Bills earlier in the week. Assuming Buffalo only retains four RBs heading into the regular season, it likely comes down to either Evans or Johnson for the fourth-string spot. Fantasy managers shouldn't be concerned about the status of either back in upcoming drafts.
Former Tennessee Titans and Chicago Bears running back Darrynton Evans signed an undisclosed deal to join the Buffalo Bills on Tuesday. Evans was selected by the Titans in the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft but battled injuries in his two seasons with the team before being released. In six games with the Chicago Bears last season, the 25-year-old rushed 14 times for 64 yards and caught one pass for 33 yards. Ultimately, the Bills just needed another running back on the roster after Nyheim Hines suffered a season-ending knee injury off the field. It would be surprising if Evans enters the fantasy radar in 2023.
Free-agent running back Darrynton Evans inked a one-year deal with the Colts. Tennessee selected him in the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft. However, he hasn't done much since then, appearing in just 12 games for the Titans and Bears in the last three seasons and totaling 125 yards off 30 carries. Of course, Jonathan Taylor is the No. 1 option on the Indianapolis depth chart. But unless Taylor gets hurt, Evans won't receive much work, assuming he's on the roster come Week 1.
Free-agent running back Darrynton Evans is scheduled to meet with the Indianapolis Colts this week. The 24-year-old was drafted by the Tennessee Titans in the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft. Sadly, injuries and a lack of opportunity have held Evans back early in his career. Through 12 games, Evans has 30 carries for 125 scoreless yards. The Colts could certainly use another body behind Jonathan Taylor. That being said, Evans could have a real chance to compete for snaps in Indianapolis. His only real competition at a backup role is Deon Jackson. It remains to be seen if the two sides can come to an agreement, but Evans could do well with a move to Indy.
Chicago Bears running back Darrynton Evans has operated as nothing more than a distant change-of-pace option for Chicago, as David Montgomery has assumed workhorse duties after the injury to Khalil Herbert. It was thought that running back Trestan Ebner would get the nod as Herbert's replacement, but Evans has seen the most action. He's seen 12 carries over his last two games, which isn't enough volume to be in the fantasy football conversation. He's not a recommended option in regular fantasy football or daily fantasy lineups.
Chicago Bears running back Darrynton Evans has been elevated from the practice squad ahead of Sunday's game versus Atlanta. The 2020 third-round pick appeared in six games for Tennessee in the last two seasons, amassing 61 yards off 16 touches while adding two catches for 27 yards and a touchdown. He was waived back in March and was claimed off waivers by the Bears shortly after. With Khalil Herbert (hip) on injured reserve, Chicago is looking for someone to slide into the No. 2 spot. Although rookie Trestan Ebner was expected to fill that role, moving Evans up to the active roster complicates things for fantasy managers in deeper formats searching for a desperation option.
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