Nyheim Hines Fantasy

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich thinks it will be a great idea for fantasy managers to take running back Nyheim Hines this year. "If I was a fantasy owner, I'd consider drafting Nyheim (Hines)," Reich said. Ideally, fantasy managers would have both lead back Jonathan Taylor and Hines as an upside handcuff. The Colts plan to get more creative with how they use Hines in 2022, which could allow him to see more work out of the slot as a receiver. Those in PPR leagues particularly should have a keen eye on drafting the 25-year-old after he caught 40 of his 57 targets for 310 yards and one touchdown last year. Hines also contributed 56 carries for 276 yards and two touchdowns on the ground in 17 games. In 2020, Hines had a career-high 63 receptions for 482 yards and four TDs.

May. 25th • 2:40 PM

Indianapolis Colts running back Nyheim Hines was already projected to have a more prominent role this season. However, general manager Chris Ballard recently added some clarity to the situation, indicating he wants the 25-year-old more involved in the passing game. Jonathan Tayloralready has a lock as the primary rusher out of the backfield. Yet, Hines, who has 210 receptions throughout his four-year career, should be treated as more than an insurance policy, primarily by managers participating in PPR formats.

Apr. 23rd • 10:03 PM

Indianapolis Colts head coach Frank Reich expects running back Nyheim Hines to have a much bigger role in the offense this season with quarterback Matt Ryan now in town. Reich said Hines' usage will be more similar to what it was in 2020 when Philip Rivers was under center. That year, Hines had a career-high 89 carries for 380 yards and three touchdowns while also catching a career-high-tying 63 passes for 482 yards and four touchdowns on 76 targets. Ryan, like Rivers, has been a good match for running backs that can catch passes like Hines. While the 25-year-old's fantasy ceiling will ultimately be capped by Jonathan Taylor, one of the best young backs in football, it's looking like Hines will be a popular value pick in PPR drafts in 2022.

Mar. 28th • 10:46 AM