Leonard Fournette Fantasy

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are re-signing running back Leonard Fournette to a one-year deal worth $3.25 million on Friday, according to a source. The deal includes incentives that could push the deal to $4 million. Fournette was a team player in 2020 in a backup role to Ronald Jones II, and he helped the team win a Super Bowl championship in his first season with the club. He posted 225 total yards and four touchdowns from Week 15 through the wild-card playoff game when Jones was injured and out with COVID-19. He finished with 448 total yards in the playoffs, including four touchdowns, the fourth-most in franchise playoff history. Despite the postseason success last year, the 26-year-old will have a somewhat limited fantasy ceiling as long as Jones as getting his share of touches in this backfield.

Mar. 26th • 1:16 PM

The Seattle Seahawks are interested in free-agent running back Leonard Fournette. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are expected to be in contact with him about a possible return as well, and the New England Patriots are another team showing strong interest in him on the open market. Fournette is reportedly deciding between the Buccaneers and the Seahawks. If Tampa cannot persuade the 26-year-old to return, Seattle could be the favorite to land him as they look to replace Chris Carson, who is also a free agent. In his first year in Tampa, Fournette had 367 rushing yards on 97 carries for six touchdowns in 13 games (three starts). He also added 36 receptions for 233 yards through the air. Fournette would probably have a much higher fantasy ceiling as Seattle's go-to back rather than sharing the backfield with Ronald Jones II in Tampa.

Mar. 17th • 1:58 PM

The New England Patriots are one of several teams showing strong interest in free-agent running back Leonard Fournette. The Patriots seem determined to add at least one running back and have also been in contact with Chris Carson. New England added tight ends Jonnu Smith and Hunter Henry and wide receivers Nelson Agholor and Kendrick Bourne so far in free agency, so they have really bolstered the offense in order to help quarterback Cam Newton. Free-agent wide receivers Kenny Golladay and Keelan Cole "seem to be popular names within the organization" as well. On the flip side, long-time center David Andrews is headed to free agency after five seasons and two Super Bowls with the team. The Buccaneers and Seahawks are also in play for Fournette. Seattle would probably be the most intriguing destination from a fantasy perspective. Ronald Jones II could be in line for a featured role in Tampa if Fournette doesn't return.

Mar. 17th • 12:37 AM