Pierre Strong Jr. Fantasy

New England Patriots rookie running back Pierre Strong Jr. played just three offensive snaps in his NFL debut in the Week 2 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday. Rhamondre Stevenson led the backfield with 42 snaps, while Damien Harris saw only 27 offensive snaps. Strong didn't have a single carry and wasn't targeted at all through the air on his three snaps, but he did return two kickoffs for 48 yards against Pittsburgh. The 23-year-old fourth-rounder should continue to be active on game days with Ty Montgomery (knee) on Injured Reserve, but it's highly unlikely he'll be on the field enough to warrant fantasy consideration in single-year leagues unless one of Stevenson or Harris get injured.

Sep. 19th • 12:11 PM

New England Patriots rookie running back Pierre Strong Jr. (shoulder) is active and will make his NFL debut in Week 2 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Strong was listed as questionable for this contest, but he will suit up after being a healthy scratch in the season opener. Strong is active with Ty Montgomery (knee) now on Injured Reserve, but fantasy managers in dynasty/keeper leagues shouldn't expect Strong to touch the ball much, if at all, in his debut against Pittsburgh behind Damien Harris and Rhamondre Stevenson. In single-year leagues, Strong shouldn't be anywhere near your starting lineup in Week 2.

Sep. 18th • 11:41 AM

New England Patriots running back Pierre Strong Jr. (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers after practicing in a limited fashion this week. The Patriots placed running back Ty Montgomery (knee) on the injured reserve Wednesday, sidelining him for at least three games. The 23-year-old could see an uptick in usage but remains behind top options, Damien Harris and Rhamondre Stevenson. New England did elevate J.J. Taylor from the practice squad; there's a chance Strong could miss Week 2. Strong is not a strong fantasy option despite seeing an uptick in usage in New England's ground game and can be left on the bench in most formats.

Sep. 16th • 11:44 PM