Alright, let’s talk about Rachaad White. The question on everyone’s mind: should I draft this guy in my fantasy league? I’ve been digging into this, and here’s what I found out after messing around with some drafts.
So, I started looking at where White was being ranked. Some sites, like Pro Football Network, have him as RB15. On the face of it, that doesn’t sound too bad, right? But then I started thinking, RB15? That’s kind of in the middle of the pack. I wanted to see if I could really rely on him as a solid RB2 or if he’s just another guy I would be picking.
I looked at some mock drafts and started picking him in the third round in a few of them. I noticed that if I did that, my team was looking pretty good in other areas. But when I didn’t grab him and waited, hoping to snag him later, things got dicey. In one draft, I waited until the fifth round to see if he would drop. Big mistake. My running back situation was looking pretty weak, and I was scrambling to make up for it.
Then, I started looking into his performance last year and his projected points for this year. He’s putting up around 9.8 points per game, which isn’t terrible, but it’s not exactly setting the world on fire. He’s ranked 27th among running backs, which made me think, “Am I really reaching for him in the third round?”
Next, I tried to see how he fits into the Buccaneers’ offense. Here’s where it gets tricky. There’s this rookie, Bucky Irving, who’s been getting more and more playtime. I watched some of their games, and it really does look like they’re splitting carries. In some games, Irving had nine or more carries, basically turning it into a 50-50 backfield. That’s a red flag for White’s fantasy value.
But here’s the thing, White is still the main guy for now. He’s better at catching passes and blocking, which means he’s going to be on the field a lot, especially in passing situations. So, I tried drafting him in a PPR (points per reception) league. Guess what? It worked out pretty well. His ability to catch passes gives him a decent floor, meaning he’s likely to get you some points even if he’s not running the ball a ton.
I also looked at some expert advice. They suggest that White is a strong pick in PPR formats and even in DFS (daily fantasy sports) contests. They say his price is usually good enough that you can still build a solid team around him. So, I locked him into a few of my DFS lineups, and it paid off. He was consistent enough to help me cash in a couple of those contests.
Here’s my final take:
- Drafting White in the third round: It’s not a bad move, especially in PPR leagues. He’s going to get you some points, and you can focus on other positions early on.
- Waiting on him: Risky. If you wait too long, you might end up with a weak running back situation.
- PPR Leagues: He’s definitely worth considering. His pass-catching ability gives him a safe floor.
- DFS Contests: Lock him in. His price and consistent usage make him a solid pick.
So, should you draft Rachaad White? If you’re playing in a PPR league, I’d say go for it, especially if you can get him in the third round. But keep an eye on that Bucky Irving situation. If Irving starts getting more carries, White’s value could take a hit. That’s my two cents. Happy drafting!
