Buffalo Bills rookie running back should be viewed as a high-risk RB3 heading into a Week 15 matchup against the Detroit Lions. Davis has typically been deployed as a change-of-pace option in the Buffalo backfield behind James Cook. Last weekend, during their loss to the Los Angeles Rams, the Kentucky product did not log a carry and only saw 12 total offensive snaps. However, in Week 13, Davis ran the ball 11 times for 63 yards and a touchdown. Overall, since Week 8, Davis has averaged 4.8 rushing attempts per game but has produced well in this role, averaging 4.4 yards per carry. While Davis may see a few opportunities near the red zone, he is a high-risk option given his unstable role in the Buffalo offense. Facing a tough Detroit defense that has allowed the second-fewest PPR points to opposing running backs does not make Davis' path much clearer as, well.
Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis didn't see much backfield work against the Rams in a surprising 44-42 loss on Sunday. The only stat that Davis had shown up on the box score was one kick return for 14 yards as the Bills abandoned the run pretty early on since they were playing from behind. Davis may also have a tough time finding some fantasy points in Week 15, as the Bills travel to Detroit to take on the NFC-leading Lions.
Ray Davis Remains A Must-Stash RB Entering Week 14
Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis has zero starts this season but remains one of the most valuable bench stashes as the fantasy football postseason nears. The rookie showed his worth in spot duty in the snow against the San Francisco 49ers, tallying 12 touches for 67 yards and a touchdown. Davis has been effective when given the opportunity. If starter James Cook suffers an injury, Davis would be the most valuable waiver-wire addition. Fantasy football players can beat the potential rush by adding Davis to benches ahead of Buffalo's matchup with the Los Angeles Rams. Davis ranks as a low-end RB3 this week.
Ray Davis Sees Increased Workload Against San Francisco
Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis rushed 11 times for 63 yards and a touchdown in the team's win over the San Francisco 49ers. He added one catch for four yards. The rookie saw an increase in usage because of wintry conditions in Buffalo. Davis scored the team's first touchdown late in the first quarter as players tried to find their footing. He later helped run out the clock in a 25-point victory. Davis' uptick in touches is a one-week blip and fantasy managers shouldn't rely on him moving forward. He does, however, remain an important bench stash should James Cook suffer an injury.
Ray Davis Remains An Important Insurance Running Back In Week 13
Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis has remained in a reserve role since Week 6 but holds value as a bench stash entering Week 13. The rookie only averaged five touches per game over the last four contests. If anything happens to starter James Cook, Davis would be the most valuable waiver-wire addition. Fantasy managers, especially those rostering Cook, can get ahead by adding Davis to benches. He should not be started against the San Francisco 49ers.
Ray Davis Could Struggle To Stand Out Against Chiefs
Buffalo Bills rookie running back Ray Davis has had his moments in his first year in the NFL, but he'll be a low-upside deep-league flex option for fantasy managers in a Week 11 showdown against the undefeated Kansas City Chiefs and their stingy defense. Not only will Davis continue to have limited volume behind lead back James Cook, but the Chiefs defense has allowed the fewest half-PPR fantasy points to RBs through 10 weeks in 2024. The 25-year-old played only 11 of the team's 74 offensive snaps in the Week 10 win over the Indianapolis Colts, finishing with three carries for six yards. Davis is an explosive back and is one of the better stashes at the position in fantasy, especially if you have Cook rostered, but in terms of weekly value, he leaves a lot to be desired with limited usage. He's averaging 4.2 yards per carry on 64 attempts for 268 yards and two TDs in his first 10 NFL games.
Ray Davis Maintains Valuable Backup Status In Week 10
Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis has established himself as one of the best insurance running backs in fantasy football entering Week 10. Despite averaging just six touches per game since his Week 6 explosion, the rookie has scored in two of the last three contests. The Buffalo backfield still belongs to James Cook. Davis would be the most valuable waiver-wire addition if anything happens to Cook. Savvy fantasy managers can get ahead by adding Davis to benches now. Desperate fantasy managers hope Davis (a low-end RB3) can continue his efficient play in limited opportunities against a leaky Indianapolis run defense.
Ray Davis Remains One Of The Best Bench Stashes Entering Week 8
Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis remains a high-upside running back bench stash as the team approaches the halfway mark of their season. The rookie flashed his potential in his feature role in Week 6 but was relegated to the backup role with James Cook healthy again. Under offensive coordinator Joe Brady, the Bills lean on Cook and the running game to win games. Should anything happen to Cook, Davis is a direct replacement. For now, he can't be started in fantasy football lineups and ranks as a desperation RB4 against Seattle.
Ray Davis Scores Late Touchdown Against The Titans
Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis ran the football five times for 41 yards and a touchdown in the team's 34-10 victory over the Tennessee Titans. The rookie also caught one pass for six yards. Davis' touchdown came on Buffalo's final drive with under two minutes remaining. The fourth-round pick took the carry for 16 yards into paydirt. Most of Davis' production happened in the second half. James Cook returned to the lineup and dominated touches and snaps in the first half. Following his great stat line against the Jets, Davis cemented himself as one of the top handcuffs in fantasy football. Unless Cook suffers another injury, Davis should stay on fantasy football benches.
Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis (calf) is officially active for Week 7 against the Tennessee Titans. He had been listed as questionable, and there was real doubt about his availability for Sunday's game. In the end, though, he'll suit up as the No. 2 running back behind James Cook. Davis is coming off the best game of his young career when he broke free for 152 scrimmage yards on 23 touches when Cook was sidelined. Now that Cook is back, Davis' volume will be scaled back. He'll still earn some touches, but not enough to justify starting him in 12-team leagues this week.
