Michael Carter Fantasy

New York Jets running back Michael Carter rested in the team's preseason game last weekend, a sign that his roster spot is already secure. Meanwhile, Zonovan Knight started and played 29 snaps (11 touches) and struggled. The addition of Dalvin Cook during training surely killed most of Carter's fantasy value entering the 2023 regular season, but it won't necessarily mean that Carter will be out of a roster spot completely. The 24-year-old Carter should be on the active roster in Week 1, but he's not going to be worth rostering in the majority of fantasy leagues unless Cook or Breece Hall go down with an injury.

Aug. 22nd • 11:21 AM

New York Jets running back Michael Carter turned four carries into 19 rushing yards and two receptions into 34 yards in the team's 27-0 victory over the Carolina Panthers. Carter was the first back to take the field for New York and should be considered the early favorite to handle RB2 duties behind Breece Hall (knee). Four of his six touches came on the first drive alone, including a 25-yard reception off a short pass from quarterback Zach Wilson. It's worth noting that fifth-round rookie Israel Abanikanda also turned in an impressive performance on Saturday and could compete with Carter and Zonovan Knight for snaps in the regular season. Fantasy managers should view Carter as an interesting potential handcuff in what projects to be an explosive offense.

Aug. 12th • 9:00 PM

New York Jets running back Michael Carter had a strong rookie year in 2021, but by the end of his rookie season last year, he was viewed as a cautionary tale after then-rookie Breece Hall (knee) replaced him at the top of the RB depth chart. The Jets need Carter to return to the form he showed as a rookie as they cautiously work Hall back up to full speed as he recovers from last October's torn ACL. The 24-year-old knows many fans and media have written him off already, so he's motivated to prove them wrong in Year 3. The Jets have been happy with what they've seen out of Carter so far, with him taking the majority of RB reps early in training camp. Carter should be involved plenty early on with Hall being eased back in, but he's going to have to hold off impressive rookie Israel Abanikanda all year.

Jul. 26th • 11:51 AM