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Fantasy Player Profile Latavius Murray

  • Latavius Murray
  • RB #28
  • Latavius
    Murray
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  • Manager: FA
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@MIA: #8 vs opposing RB - 19.19 FPA
Bye Week13Rank53% Rostered4.4% Change-WK 17 Pts0.00WK 18 Pts0.00
2023 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntSckYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@NYJ
Loss, 16-22
----8-19-----2.20
2LV
Win, 38-10
----22129-----10.10
3@WAS
Win, 37-3
----15116-----8.60
4MIA
Win, 48-20
----32-224-----6.60
5JAX
Loss, 20-25
----6-11-----1.20
6NYG
Win, 14-9
----45--------4.50
7@NE
Loss, 25-29
----8-220-----3.80
8TB
Win, 24-18
----7-14-----1.60
9@CIN
Loss, 18-24
----4-16-----1.50
10DEN
Loss, 22-24
----68121-----13.90
11NYJ
Win, 32-6
----35--------3.50
12@PHI
Loss, 34-37
----30-318-----6.30
13Bye  -------------0.00
14@KC
Win, 20-17
----9-121-----3.50
15DAL
Win, 31-10
----111-------7.10
16@LAC
Win, 24-22
-------------0.00
17NE
Win, 27-21
-------------0.00
2023 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@NYJ,
L 16-22
8-9--2.20
2LV,
W 38-10
2219--10.10
3@WAS,
W 37-3
1516--8.60
4MIA,
W 48-20
32-24--6.60
5JAX,
L 20-25
6-1--1.20
6NYG,
W 14-9
45----4.50
7@NE,
L 25-29
8-20--3.80
8TB,
W 24-18
7-4--1.60
9@CIN,
L 18-24
4-6--1.50
10DEN,
L 22-24
6811--13.90
11NYJ,
W 32-6
35----3.50
12@PHI,
L 34-37
30-18--6.30
13Bye-----0.00
14@KC,
W 20-17
9-21--3.50
15DAL,
W 31-10
111---7.10
16@LAC,
W 24-22
-----0.00
17NE,
W 27-21
-----0.00
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  • Tails off at season's end

    Murray finished the season with 79 carries for 300 yards and two touchdowns plus 17 catches (on 22 targets) for 119 yards in 16 regular-season games.

    Analysis: Murray saw some run as the No. 2 back for a good stretch of the season, and it led to some nice results, with him peaking on a 6-68-1 line in Week 12. After the team's bye in Week 13, however, Murray saw only nine carries the entire remainder of the season. While he suited up in the playoffs, he didn't see a single carry. Ty Johnson clearly passed Murray in the pecking order for the stretch run. Murray turned 34 last month, and while he still ran with some power and proved to be a nice veteran…read more

    Published: Sun, Feb 4 at 10:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't suit up Week 18

    Murray has been ruled a healthy scratch ahead of Sunday's game against the Bills.

    Analysis: Murray has seen his role continously decrease over the past few weeks as James Cook has taken on a larger workload over the same span. With addition of fellow veteran running back Leonard Fournette alongside core special-teamer and third-stringer Ty Johnson, it appears Murray is now the odd man out in this rotation. The 33-year-old will be sidelined for the first time this season Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Jan 7 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Role shrinking

    Murray had one carry for zero yards and failed to reel in his only target during Sunday's 27-21 win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: Murray has just the one carry over the past two games and hasn't exceeded 32 percent of the offensive snaps in any of the past four games. With James Cook thriving in the bellcow role and quarterback Josh Allen tied for second in the league with 15 rushing touchdowns, it's only scraps left for Murray and Ty Johnson, and now practice-squad member Leonard Fournette is even an option. All of this makes Murray a role player, not a fantasy target.

    Published: Wed, Jan 3 at 12:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • No carries for first time in 2023

    Murray did not record a carry or target in Saturday's 24-22 win over the Chargers.

    Analysis: Murray has served as the No. 2 running back behind James Cook most of the season and leads all Buffalo running backs with four rushing touchdowns, but it's noteworthy that Leonard Fournette saw five carries in a tight game compared to none for Murray. Fournette -- who joined the Bills' practice squad in October -- has plenty of cred and is five years younger than Murray, so it'll be interesting to see how the Bills split up the backup carries the rest of the way. With Josh Allen up to 13…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 24 at 11:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores notable touchdown

    Murray rushed five times for 11 yards and a score and was not targeted in the passing game during Sunday's 31-10 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Murray ran for his fourth touchdown of the season, giving him nine straight campaigns of four-plus TD runs, something no other active player in the league can say. The 33-year-old has proven he can still bring value to a contending team, but starter James Cook has begun to look like a superstar the past few weeks, and Murray is locked into a clear No. 2 role. However, Murray may be a better goal-line back from inside the five, so that might keep him relevant in very deep leagues.

    Published: Mon, Dec 18 at 6:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest production in win

    Murray gained nine yards on three carries and caught his lone target for 21 yards in Sunday's 20-17 win over the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Murray continued his role as the Bills' No. 2 running back behind James Cook, playing 32 percent of Buffalo's offensive snaps Sunday. While Cook played the most snaps (34) of any running back and handled the most touches (15), Murray was used sparingly in relief of his teammate. The 33-year-old's limited opportunities put a cap on his ability to produce consistently in Buffalo's offense. Murray will be an untrustworthy option for fantasy purposes when Bills host the Cowboys in Week 15.

    Published: Tue, Dec 12 at 2:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shares backfield with Cook, Johnson

    Murray carried the ball nine times for 30 yards in Sunday's 37-34 overtime loss to the Eagles.

    Analysis: Murray's role has certainly settled into a tight zone this season -- he's had nine or 10 carries in each of the past three weeks while playing a modest role in the offense behind starter James Cook. Ty Johnson is also starting to see action in the backfield with a touchdown catch in Week 11 and six carries for 19 yards in the loss to the Eagles. Murray has been an asset for the Bills, but he's simply a bit player in an offense that has plenty of other guys that can score touchdowns. He has…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 28 at 9:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Handles 10 carries Week 11

    Murray carried 10 times for 35 yards in Sunday's 32-6 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Murray played 24 of the Bills' 76 offensive snaps Sunday, trailing lead back James Cook (35) and placing him ahead of Ty Johnson (16). Despite seeing 10 touches, the veteran Murray was unable to get much going in the contest. Meanwhile, both Cook and Johnson were able to find the end zone as receivers. It's possible that Johnson could continue to see his role grow in Buffalo's offense, which would further limit Murray's upside as the team's No. 2 back. Nonetheless, the 33-year-old will look to…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 22 at 2:49am by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong showing in tough loss

    Murray carried nine times for 68 yards and a score while catching two balls on three targets for one yard in Monday's 24-22 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: The touchdown was Murray's first since Week 3, while the rushing yardage was a season high. He was the beneficiary of teammate James Cook's sudden fumbling issues Monday, and the 33-year-old Murray ran aggressively while bringing energy to a stagnant offense while Cook stood on the sideline in the doghouse. The younger RB redeemed himself later in the game and finished with 109 rushing yards, but the performance by Murray was probably enough to keep him comfortably in the No. 2 seat while…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 14 at 10:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Three touches in loss

    Murray gained four yards on two carries and caught his only target for six yards in Sunday's 24-18 loss to the Bengals.

    Analysis: Murray saw limited opportunities while playing 45 percent of the Bills' offensive snaps. The veteran running back's four yards on the ground were a season low, while starter James Cook struggled to get going as well, rushing just six times for 20 yards. Murray is seeing limited usage even with Damien Harris (concussion/neck) on injured reserve. To muddy the waters even more in the backfield, the Bills signed Leonard Fournette to their practice squad on Oct. 30, and he could compete with Murray…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 7 at 9:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited usage in Week 8 win

    Murray carried five times for seven yards and caught his only target for four yards in Thursday's 24-18 win over Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: Murray actually had two good cracks to score a touchdown, but he was stopped both times inside the five-yard line and his night ended as a fantasy dud. Murray has seen a slight rise in carries following a neck injury to teammate Damien Harris (neck), as he's had three of his season's top four offensive snap shares in the last three games. With the Bills having so many weapons on offense, the 33-year-old Murray remains mostly a touchdown-dependent option, and he hasn't found the end zone since…read more

    Published: Sat, Oct 28 at 11:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Six touches in Week 7 loss

    Murray rushed four times for eight yards and caught both of his targets for 20 yards in Sunday's 29-25 loss to New England.

    Analysis: Murray's role didn't change much in the absence of Damien Harris (neck/concussion), as James Cook continued to dominate touches in Buffalo's backfield. Cook had 102 scrimmage yards and a touchdown on 16 touches while Murray was limited to single-digit touches for the sixth time in seven games. Murray is expected to work as Cook's backup again when the Buccaneers come to town Thursday.

    Published: Sun, Oct 22 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Key carries in Sunday's win

    Murray carried 12 times for 45 yards in Sunday's 14-9 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: Although the yards were hard to come by for both teams in the low-scoring affair, Murray saw only two less carries than starter James Cook and was frequently on the field during crucial downs, which included short-yardage and red-zone plays. The yardage was a season high for the 33-year-old, who could continue to see a meaningful amount of carries if Damien Harris' neck injury ends up keeping him out of future action.

    Published: Sun, Oct 15 at 11:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Low usage in London loss

    Murray gained six yards on two carries and caught his only target for one yard in Sunday's 25-20 loss to the Jaguars in London.

    Analysis: About the only good thing you can say about Murray's lackluster performance was that he continues to see more snaps (10-9 on Sunday) than teammate Damian Harris, something that's been the case in all five games this season. That said, James Cook is the clear top back for Buffalo and quarterback Josh Allen takes on a fair amount of rushing volume too, and he actually led the team in rushing Sunday with 14 yards. Murray does have two rushing touchdowns this season, but he's mostly un-rosterable…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 10 at 11:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Surprise leader in rushing yardage

    Murray carried four times for 32 yards and caught two passes for 24 yards in Sunday's 48-20 win over the Dolphins.

    Analysis: Murray surprisingly led the Bills in rushing, as the team had four players carry for between 17 and 32 yards in what turned into a lopsided win. He continues to show that he's slipped past Damien Harris in the pecking order, though both veterans remain behind the more electric James Cook, who has seen action on 146 offensive snaps compared to 69 for Murray and 45 for Harris. In terms of production, Murray has posted 125 yards from scrimmage and two scores compared to 96 total yards and one TD…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 2 at 10:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Works ahead of Harris

    Murray carried the ball six times for 22 yards and one touchdown in Sunday's 38-10 win over the Raiders. He added two receptions on two targets for nine yards.

    Analysis: James Cook served as the lead back for the Bills, but Murray mixed in as early as the second possession. He capped that drive with a four-yard touchdown plunge and was also regularly on the field when the ball was inside the opponent's 10-yard line. That role will leave him as a touchdown-or-bust option, but it appears that he has jumped Damien Harris on the depth chart.

    Published: Mon, Sep 18 at 12:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Modest role in team debut

    Murray rushed two times for eight yards and caught one of two targets for nine yards in Monday's 22-16 overtime loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Starter James Cook saw 59 percent of the offensive snaps, but Murray actually saw more work than teammate Damien Harris, getting a 23 percent share to Harris' 13 percent. Harris was presumed to have some fantasy value this year in Buffalo due to his likely goal-line use, but Murray is no slouch in the red zone either with 55 career rushing touchdowns. It looks like the Bills are going to run their offense through Cook and Josh Allen, so for now Murray and Harris don't offer much upside.

    Published: Tue, Sep 12 at 10:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Survives roster cuts

    Murray remains on the Bills' roster following Tuesday's cutdown day.

    Analysis: The 33-year-old Murray seemed like a good bet to make the team all along once Nyheim Hines was lost for the season due to an off-field knee injury, but that's been put in ink unless the Bills see someone younger they really like on the waiver wire. The Buffalo backfield will have a bit of a committee feel to it, though Murray -- based on his age and a few other factors -- seems to be the third option behind James Cook and Damien Harris.

    Published: Fri, Sep 1 at 8:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Rested for preseason finale

    Murray was held out from Saturday's preseason finale against the Bears, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The implication is that Murray is in good position for a roster spot and perhaps is even a threat to overtake Damien Harris for the No. 2 RB role. James Cook and Harris both got work with the starters Saturday, though Cook came out of the game after a couple drives while Harris continued playing deep into the second quarter.

    Published: Sat, Aug 26 at 12:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Debuts with new team

    Murray carried five times for 18 yards and caught all three targets for 21 yards in Buffalo's preseason win over the Colts on Saturday.

    Analysis: Murray has been in the league since 2014 and is the league's fourth-leading career rusher among active players, so it's not like he needs a ton of work to be ready for another campaign. However, with Damien Harris out with a knee injury, Murray has a chance to state his case for a more meaningful role for the start of the season, and perhaps a clear-cut No. 2 role if Harris' injury lingers. James Cook looks like the starter, but this is a high-powered offense and one that has historically…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 13 at 9:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Set for backup role

    James Cook has been seeing most of the reps in training camp with the starters, while it appears that Murray and Damien Harris are battling for positioning behind him, Gregg Rosenthal of NFL.com reports.

    Analysis: Murray is 33 years old and is working under a one-year deal, so he seems like the most likely to be slotted third in the pecking order. He was also thought to have some work to do to secure a roster spot, but that was before Nyheim Hines went down for the season with an off-field knee injury. While Murray looks to be on firmer footing to make the Week 1 roster, it looks like he has little chance to unseat Cook or claim anything resembling a heavy workload.

    Published: Tue, Aug 8 at 8:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • May be more in need

    Murray's teammate Nyheim Hines will miss the entire 2023 season after suffering a serious knee injury during in a recent jet-ski accident, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Murray is 33 years old and is working under a one-year deal, so he was thought to have a bit of work to do in order to secure a spot on the Bills. While he and the versatile Hines have different skill sets, Murray may be more needed now with one of the team's key pieces out for the season. We'll see if the Bills bring in another running back. If not, Murray looks to have fairly firm footing for the No. 3 job behind James Cook and Damien Harris heading into camp.

    Published: Mon, Jul 24 at 12:00pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inks one-year deal with Buffalo

    Buffalo signed Murray to a one-year contract Monday.

    Analysis: Murray provides quality veteran depth for the Bills after the team passed on adding a running back in the 2023 NFL Draft. The 33-year-old averaged 4.4 YPC across 12 games with Denver last season, to the tune of 703 rushing yards and five touchdowns, with Javonte Williams (knee) having gone down early in the year. With Buffalo, he profiles as a depth option behind Damien Harris, James Cook and Nyheim Hines.

    Published: Mon, May 1 at 7:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong finish to season

    Murray rushed 15 times for 103 yards and a touchdown and brought in his only target for 15 yards in the Broncos' 31-28 win over the Chargers on Sunday. He also committed a fumble recovered by Denver.

    Analysis: The veteran running back closed out the season with another strong effort, and he posted a pair of 100-yard tallies in the last four games. Murray was an afterthought languishing on the Saints' practice squad earlier in the season, but a solid 11-carry, 57-yard, one-touchdown performance in Week 4 for New Orleans caught the eye of the Broncos, who were reeling from the loss of Javonte Williams (IR-knee) at the time. Murray went on thrive to the tune of 703 rushing yards and five touchdowns…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 7:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held in check by Chiefs

    Murray carried the ball 12 times for 56 yards and caught four of six targets for 16 yards in Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Chiefs.

    Analysis: Murray paced the Broncos' running backs in carries, handling the majority of work on the ground. Meanwhile, Chase Edmonds handled seven carries of his own for 34 yards while catching all three of his targets for 39 yards. Though Edmonds finished with more receiving yards, the fact that Murray was more involved in the passing game is certainly a boost to his fantasy value in Denver. Assuming he can continue to get most of the touches out of the backfield, the veteran will look to have more of an…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 1 at 2:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited on nine touches

    Murray rushed eight times for 34 yards and had one reception (three targets) for six yards in Sunday's 51-14 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: Murray led a committee of veteran backs in carries and rushing yards despite the paltry final line. The Broncos fell behind big early and had to abandon the run, which is not a formula conducive of success for a plodding power back. The return of Chase Edmonds (6/31/0) and the presence of Marlon Mack (4/22/0) hurts the veteran starter's value moving forward. Murray is still the preferred option in Denver's backfield, but his upside is limited heading into a matchup against Kansas City on Sunday.

    Published: Sun, Dec 25 at 6:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suits up versus Rams

    Murray (foot) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Rams.

    Analysis: After sitting out Thursday's practice, Murray returned to a limited session Friday and he'll give it a go Sunday. Assuming no in-game setbacks, he should continue pace Denver's rushing attack after having carried 24 times for 130 yards and a TD and catching one pass for 12 yards in the team's Week 15 win over the Cardinals. Also in the Broncos' Week 16 backfield mix are Marlon Mack and Chase Edmonds, who was activated off IR on Saturday, but Murray's strong effort versus Arizona should earn him…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 25 at 12:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Says he's ready to play Sunday

    Murray (foot), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, indicated after returning to a limited practice Friday that he's ready to play in the contest, Parker Gabriel of the Denver Post reports.

    Analysis: It's still worth verifying Murray's status ahead of Sunday's 4:30 p.m. ET kickoff, but if the running back is able to play this weekend, he'd be in line to continue pace Denver's backfield on the heels of carrying 24 times for 130 yards and a touchdown and catching one pass for 12 yards in his team's Week 15 win over the Cardinals. Also in the Broncos' backfield mix versus Los Angeles will be Marlon Mack and quite possibly Chase Edmonds (ankle), who is a candidate to come off IR.

    Published: Fri, Dec 23 at 2:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as questionable for Week 16

    Murray (foot) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Rams, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Murray, who was limited Wednesday, sat out Thursday's practice, but he was back on the field Friday. With the Broncos kicking off at 4:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, added context with regard to Murray's Week 16 status will ideally arrive before then. If Murray sits out or is limited versus Los Angeles, Marlon Mack and potentially Chase Edmonds (ankle) would be in line to see added backfield work for Denver.

    Published: Fri, Dec 23 at 12:23pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Murray (foot) is practicing Friday, Zac Stevens of DNVR Sports reports.

    Analysis: Murray sat out practice Thursday, but the Broncos said he was sitting as a precaution with the team practicing on turf. Friday's return to action is a step in the right direction, though the extent of Murray's participation has yet to be revealed. He's poised to take on the lead role Sunday against the Rams after a 24-carry outing in the Week 15 win over Arizona.

    Published: Fri, Dec 23 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice Thursday

    Coach Nathaniel Hackett noted that part of the reason Murray (foot) didn't practice Thursday was that the Broncos were practicing inside on turf, Mike Klis of 9News Denver and Zac Stevens of TheDNVR.com reports

    Analysis: Per Klis, Hackett hopes Murray can play Sunday against the Rams, a notion that would be supported by the running back's return to practice Friday, in any capacity. In the event that Murray is sidelined or limited versus Los Angeles, however, Marlon Mack and possibly Chase Edmonds (ankle) would be in line to see added work out of Denver's backfield in Week 16.

    Published: Thu, Dec 22 at 12:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't practice Thursday

    Murray (foot) won't practice Thursday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: Murray was listed as a limited participant Wednesday, but Denver head coach Nathaniel Hackett said the running back will be held out of Thursday's session entirely due to "some soreness" in his foot, according to Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com. While the mid-week downgrade in activity is a less-than-ideal development for Murray, he would be able to erase some of the concern about his status for Sunday's game against the Rams if he's able to practice in some capacity Friday. However, if Murray ends up…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 22 at 11:06am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as limited Wednesday

    Murray was listed as limited participant at practice Wednesday due to a foot injury.

    Analysis: In this past Sunday's 24-15 win over the Cardinals, Murray logged 44 of 69 snaps on offense while carrying 24 times for 130 yards and a touchdown and catching one pass for 12 yards. The Broncos haven't indicated whether the foot issue is something Murray picked up in the Week 15 win or during Wednesday's practice, but his status is worth monitoring in any case as Sunday's game against the Rams approaches.

    Published: Wed, Dec 21 at 3:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Puts up 142 total yards

    Murray rushed the ball 24 times for 130 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 24-15 win over the Cardinals. He added one reception for 12 yards.

    Analysis: Murray recorded a season-high 24 rushing attempts and topped 100 rushing yards for the first time since Week 18 of the 2021 season. He entered Sunday's matchup having recorded only one rush of more than 20 yards, but he managed carries of 35 and 21 yards to highlight his performance in the win. Murray also chipped in his fifth touchdown of the season on a three-yard plunge late in the third quarter. While Marlon Mack has emerged as a contributor out of Denver's backfield, Murray will likely…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 18 at 5:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Stifled by Kansas City

    Murray carried the ball eight times for 32 yards and caught three of five targets for minus-1 yard in Sunday's 34-28 loss to Kansas City.

    Analysis: Game script cost him opportunities as Denver fell behind 27-0 before the offense got going, but Murray was also upstaged by Marlon Mack, who scored his first TD since 2019 on an impressive 66-yard catch-and-run in the third quarter. Mike Boone, the other Broncos RB active for this game, got carted off the field with an ankle injury, but a resurgent Mack would represent a bigger threat to Murray's lead role heading into a Week 15 clash with the Cardinals.

    Published: Sun, Dec 11 at 6:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Solid workload in loss

    Murray rushed 17 times for 47 yards and brought in all four targets for 14 yards in the Broncos' 10-9 loss to the Ravens on Sunday.

    Analysis: Murray fell short of 3.0 yards per carry against the Ravens' brick wall of a defensive front, but he did shoulder a clear-cut lead-back role despite the return of Mike Boone from injured reserve. The veteran also encouragingly continues to enjoy a solid pass-catching role, now having recorded multiple receptions in three of the past four games. Murray projects to continue leading the backfield in a Week 14 home matchup against the Chiefs.

    Published: Sun, Dec 4 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Just short of century mark

    Murray rushed 13 times for 92 yards and caught his only target for six yards in Sunday's 23-10 loss to the Panthers.

    Analysis: Murray dominated the touches in Denver's backfield as the clear lead option in the aftermath of Melvin Gordon's release and Chase Edmonds' high ankle sprain, as Marlon Mack and Devine Ozigbo combined for two carries and two targets. The 32-year-old running back ripped off a 52-yard run in the second quarter, but a Russell Wilson fumble two plays later prevented Denver from getting points on the drive. While Murray has a high touch floor on the ground, Denver's collective struggles on offense…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 27 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No designation for Sunday

    Murray (wrist) won't take an injury designation into Sunday's game at Carolina, Aric Di Lalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: After being listed as a limited participant at practices Wednesday and Thursday, Murray cleared out any concern about his availability for this weekend by practicing fully Friday. With Denver waiving Melvin Gordon and with Chase Edmonds (ankle) moving to injured reserve earlier this week, Murray should be in store for the lead role out of the backfield against the Panthers, though the 3-7 Broncos also aren't likely to be overly committed to a 32-year-old journeyman back on an expiring deal.…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 25 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited on practice estimate

    Murray (wrist) was listed as limited on Thursday's practice estimate.

    Analysis: Murray also was listed as limited Wednesday, so he may need to practice fully Friday in order to avoid an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Panthers. Assuming he's active this weekend, Murray will be in line to lead Denver's Week 12 rushing attack, with Marlon Mack in reserve and the team likely to add further backfield depth via the practice squad.

    Published: Thu, Nov 24 at 10:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Dealing with minor injury

    Murray was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's practice due to a wrist injury, Ellie Kinney of the Broncos' official site reports.

    Analysis: With no indication the wrist injury is serious, Murray should operate as the lead back for a Denver offense that just lost Melvin Gordon (waived) and Chase Edmonds (injured reserve). The Broncos are left with Murray and Marlon Mack on the active roster and Devine Ozigbo and Tyreik McAllister on the practice squad. Murray has already scored three touchdowns in five games with the Broncos, averaging 12.6 carries for 41.8 yards (3.3 YPC) and 2.2 catches for 11.2 yards. He'll likely get most of the…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 23 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Clear lead back with Gordon gone

    Murray appears set to take over as the top option in Denver's backfield after the team waived Melvin Gordon on Monday, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Gordon was benched after fumbling for the fifth time this season in the second quarter of Sunday's 22-16 loss to the Raiders, and he subsequently was removed from the roster a day later. Meanwhile, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that fellow Broncos running back Chase Edmonds is expected to miss "a few weeks" due to a high-ankle sprain that he suffered Sunday, so Denver's only healthy backfield alternatives to Murray at the moment are Marlon Mack and practice-squad member Devine Ozigbo. Murray is…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 10:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Season-high 17 carries

    Murray rushed the ball 17 times for 49 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 22-16 loss to the Raiders. He added four receptions for 23 yards.

    Analysis: Murray split carries evenly with Melvin Gordon through the first two quarters. However, Gordon had a costly fumble just before halftime, so Murray benefited with a more expanded role in the second half to tally a season high in carries. As has been the case, he wasn't particularly efficient with his chances, though he did fall into the end zone for a one-yard score. In addition to the rushing volume, he also chipped a season-best four receptions. With Chase Edmonds (ankle) beat up, it's…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 20 at 6:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads Denver in carries

    Murray rushed the ball nine times for 24 yards in Sunday's 17-10 loss to Tennessee. He added three receptions on three targets for 23 yards.

    Analysis: Murray paced the Denver backfield with nine carries despite Melvin Gordon drawing the start and working the first few offensive possessions. Neither back was particularly efficient on the ground, though Gordon managed a superior performance as a pass catcher. While both Gordon and Murray split the work fairly evenly out of Denver's backfield, it's unclear whether the team may plan to mix Chase Edmonds in more regularly as he grows more familiar with the offense.

    Published: Sun, Nov 13 at 8:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Role may shrink with Edmonds pickup

    Murray and Melvin Gordon could see their touches take a hit after the Broncos acquired Chase Edmonds from the Dolphins on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Denver and Miami executed a blockbuster deal ahead of the trade deadline, with Edmonds being part of the package going to the Broncos in exchange for outside linebacker Bradley Chubb and a 2025 fifth-round selection. Edmonds had been in the midst of a disappointing first season in Miami and was struggling to find playing time behind Raheem Mostert, but the duo of Murray and Gordon likely represent less imposing competition for snaps and touches. The two had essentially split the work the past…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 1 at 11:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads Denver's backfield

    Murray rushed the ball 14 times for 46 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 21-17 win over the Jaguars. He added one reception for 13 yards.

    Analysis: Murray's usage continues to fluctuate, as he led Denver's backfield with 14 carries as opposed to Melvin Gordon's nine. Murray wasn't all that effective -- he averaged only 3.3 yards per carry -- but he managed a game-winning plunge into the end zone from two yards away late in the fourth quarter. Through three games with the Broncos, Murray has reached double-digit carries on two occasions, and he has also scored a touchdown in consecutive contests.

    Published: Sun, Oct 30 at 12:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hits paydirt in loss

    Murray rushed eight times for 24 yards and a touchdown while catching two of three targets for minus-1 yard in Sunday's 16-9 loss to the Jets.

    Analysis: Murray took a back seat to fellow running back Melvin Gordon in Week 7, playing 31 of the Broncos' 79 offensive snaps while Gordon was in on 40 snaps. With that said, Murray accounted for Denver's only touchdown in the contest. Murray's decline in usage seemed inevitable after head coach Nathaniel Hackett said Gordon would start against the Jets while Murray would have a role off the bench after the Broncos barely used Gordon in Week 6. Though predicting what the backfield split will look like…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 26 at 2:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't start this week

    Head coach Nathaniel Hackett said Wednesday that Melvin Gordon will start Sunday's game against the Jets, while Murray will have a role off the bench, Jeff Legwold of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: That arrangement is technically what happened during Monday's loss to the Chargers, except Gordon barely played after the first quarter and finished with three carries to Murray's 16. Further complicating matters was the involvement of Mike Boone, who earned one carry and four targets on a 36 percent snap share. Any of three backs are risky fantasy options for Week 7, even if the Broncos prioritize their running game while Russell Wilson deals with a hamstring injury.

    Published: Wed, Oct 19 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Takes over backfield

    Murray rushed the ball 15 times for 66 yards in Monday's 19-16 loss to the Chargers. He added one reception for -2 yards.

    Analysis: Murray was active for the first time since signing with the Broncos on Oct. 3 and immediately took over duties as the lead back. He accounted for 15 of the team's 19 carries by running backs, while Melvin Gordon saw only three rushing attempts. Murray wasn't overly effective and managed only one carry that went for over 10 yards. However, given Gordon's early-season struggles, Murray could remain the team's preferred rusher moving forward.

    Published: Mon, Oct 17 at 9:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No designation for Monday

    Murray (wrist) doesn't have a designation for Monday's game at the Chargers.

    Analysis: On Oct. 3, the Broncos signed Murray of the Saints' practice squad in the wake of Javonte Williams' torn ACL, but he was a healthy scratch for the team's last game Thursday, Oct. 6, likely due to his lack of familiarity with the playbook. After logging full practices throughout Week 6 prep, though, Murray is ready for his Denver debut. With Melvin Gordon (neck/ribs) questionable, there's a chance Mike Boone and Murray may be more involved out of the backfield, assuming the latter is active.

    Published: Sat, Oct 15 at 10:22pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive Thursday

    Murray is inactive for Thursday night's game against the Colts.

    Analysis: With Murray -- a recent addition to Denver's roster -- inactive Thursday, Melvin Gordon and Mike Boone are in line to lead the team's Week 5 backfield, with Devine Ozigbo up from the practice squad to provide added depth versus Indianapolis. Murray will now look to make his debut for the Broncos in Week 6 against the Chargers.

    Published: Thu, Oct 6 at 3:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Candidate to be inactive Thursday

    Murray isn't expected to be active for Thursday's game against the Colts, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Rapoport relays that Murray, who logged 11 carries for the Saints this past Sunday in London before being signed by Denver, is expected to debut with the Broncos in Week 6 against the Chargers. If Murray is indeed inactive Thursday, Melvin Gordon and Mike Boone would be in line to handle the Broncos' rushing duties versus the Colts now that Javonte Williams (knee) is on injured reserve.

    Published: Thu, Oct 6 at 10:54am by Rotowire.com
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  • Officially added to roster

    The Broncos signed Murray off the Saints' practice squad Tuesday, Aric DiLalla of Denver's official site reports.

    Analysis: In a corresponding move, the Broncos placed Javonte Williams (knee) on injured reserve after the second-year back sustained season-ending ACL and LCL tears in Sunday's loss to the Raiders. The addition of Murray gives the Broncos another experienced option to complement Melvin Gordon and Mike Boone. Because the team face a quick turnaround in Week 5 with a matchup against the Colts on Thursday, Murray may hold only a limited role in his Denver debut, if he's active for the contest at all. The…read more

    Published: Tue, Oct 4 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Signing with Denver

    The Broncos are signing Murray off the Saints' practice squad, Mike Klis of Denver 9News reports.

    Analysis: Denver is bringing in Murray to help fill the void created by Javonte Williams' season-ending ACL tear. Murray will join a Broncos backfield that includes the fumble-prone Melvin Gordon (neck) and Mike Boone. Murray had reverted back to the Saints' practice squad after rushing for 57 yards and a touchdown Week 4 against the Vikings, making the 32-year-old running back available for any team to sign.

    Published: Mon, Oct 3 at 6:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in loss

    Murray rushed the ball 11 times for 57 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 28-25 loss to the Vikings. He added one reception for eight yards.

    Analysis: Murray split touches evenly with Mark Ingram, in the absence of Alvin Kamara (ribs). Murray looked more impressive with the opportunity, highlighted by eight rushes of more than five yards. He also plunged into the end zone from one yard away to tally his first touchdown of the season. Murray has spent the majority of the campaign on the Saints' practice squad, though he could return to the active roster if Kamara remains out for a Week 5 matchup against the Seahawks.

    Published: Sun, Oct 2 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Up to active roster

    Murray was elevated to the Saints' active roster Saturday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: The Saints already ruled out quarterback Jameis Winston (back/ankle/hip) and wide receiver Michael Thomas (foot) ahead of Sunday's game in London, and it's possible the move to call up Murray might be in conjunction with the status of Alvin Kamara, who is listed as questionable with an ongoing ribs injury. If Murray were to be officially active for Sunday's game, it would mark his second stint with the Saints after playing with them across the 2019 and 2020 seasons.

    Published: Sat, Oct 1 at 2:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Joins New Orleans' practice squad

    Murray was signed to the Saints' practice squad Tuesday.

    Analysis: Though he won't be immediately added to the 53-man roster, Murray -- who previously spent the 2019 and 2020 seasons with the Saints -- may not have to wait long to begin his second stint in New Orleans. His addition to the practice squad could hint at some concern about the health of Alvin Kamara (rib) and/or third-stringer/special teamer Dwayne Washington (hamstring), who are both nursing injuries in advance of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers. Coming off a 2021 campaign with Baltimore in…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 13 at 2:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Steps up after Freeman injury

    Murray rushed 16 times for 150 yards and a touchdown in the Ravens' 16-13 overtime loss to the Steelers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Devonta Freeman was sidelined with a ribs injury after just five carries, paving the way for Murray to carry the backfield load. The veteran back responded admirably, even ripping off a season-long 46-yard touchdown run that snapped a 3-3 tie. Murray had seen his carries rise back to 11 in Week 17 against the Rams, but Sunday's performance served as a reminder of his ability to perform effectively with an expanded workload, albeit against a weak run defense. Nevertheless, Murray does turn 32…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 9 at 2:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees workload uptick

    Murray had 11 carries for 31 yards against the Rams in Week 17.

    Analysis: Though the uptick in volume was an improvement, Murray still struggled to turn the increased opportunities into production, as he was held under 3.0 yards per carry yet again. Murray has gone over the 30-yard mark three times in his last seven games, and his highest total in that stretch was 48 against Green Bay. The veteran has just one rushing touchdown since Week 6. Murray and the Ravens finish the regular season Sunday against the Steelers.

    Published: Tue, Jan 4 at 6:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal impact again

    Murray had five carries for 12 yards and caught one pass for 12 yards Sunday against the Bengals.

    Analysis: Murray's snap count dipped below 20 for the third time in four games, and his effectiveness dropped back down as well, as he averaged 2.4 yards per carry. Murray has seen five-or-fewer carries in three of his last four games and has broken the 20-yard mark just once in that stretch. The Ravens host the Rams in Week 17.

    Published: Tue, Dec 28 at 8:04am by Rotowire.com
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  • Does well Sunday

    Murray rushed seven times for 48 yards and caught one of three targets for three yards in Sunday's 31-30 loss to the Packers.

    Analysis: Murray garnered just three carries in his last two games prior to Sunday, but with Devonta Freeman going for just 22 yards on his six totes versus the Packers, Murray capitalized when called upon. Although both players were still outgained by fill-in quarterback Tyler Huntley, who rushed 13 times for 73 yards and two touchdowns, Murray will hope his good showing Sunday translates into more work in Week 16 versus the Bengals.

    Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 6:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores on lone carry

    Murray had one carry for a one-yard touchdown Sunday against the Browns and did not draw any targets.

    Analysis: The veteran's usage decreased despite seeing a slight uptick in snaps (18 compared to 14 in Week 13). Murray made the most of his opportunity, punching in a touchdown to pull the Ravens closer to a near comeback. He has just three total carries in the last two weeks after combining for 18 in his first two games back from injury. His lack of consistent work out of the backfield makes him difficult to roster in most leagues, especially with Devonta Freeman now seeing the bulk of the backfield…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 14 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes impact in passing game

    Murray had two carries for one yard and caught both of his targets for 34 yards against the Steelers.

    Analysis: Murray's snap count dropped from 35 in Week 12 to 14 in Sunday's game. He didn't get enough carries to get into a rhythm, as Devonta Freeman and Lamar Jackson took on the bulk of the rushing work. Murray was effective with his targets, however. Freeman remains Baltimore's lead back heading into Sunday's game against the Browns.

    Published: Tue, Dec 7 at 11:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Bottled up by Browns

    Murray had eight carries for 14 yards in the win over the Browns.

    Analysis: Though Murray's volume stayed in line with what he saw in his return against Chicago, his effectiveness was limited. The Browns bottled up Murray to the tune of 1.8 yards per carry, and his longest rush was good for four yards. Baltimore, as a team, averaged a meager 3.4 yards per carry, so Murray wasn't the only Raven who had trouble finding traction Sunday. Still, it's telling that Devonta Freeman doubled Murray's carry count and appears to be the lead back for the Ravens heading into Week 13…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 30 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs 10 carries in return

    Murray (ankle) rushed 10 times for 32 yards and brought in both targets for one yard in the Ravens' 16-13 win over the Bears on Sunday.

    Analysis: Murray's return from a three-game absence was relatively uneventful, and he notably logged six fewer carries than backfield mate Devonta Freeman. It was also Freeman on the field for the Ravens' game-winning drive during which he scored the go-ahead touchdown from three yards out with 22 seconds remaining. With Freeman playing well over the last few games, it's likely Murray remains a complementary option for a Week 12 divisional battle against the Browns.

    Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 4:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suits up Sunday

    Murray (ankle) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Bears.

    Analysis: Murray, who last suited up in Week 6, will rejoin the Ravens' backfield Sunday and in doing so figures to work in a time-share with Devonta Freeman, with Ty'Son Williams on hand in reserve. It's a context that makes Murray a hit-or-miss Week 11 fantasy lineup option while coming off a three-game absence, though with Lamar Jackson (illness) unavailable Sunday and Tyler Huntley slated to draw the start at QB for the Ravens, a run-heavy approach could be on tap for the team.

    Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 8:47am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to play Sunday

    Murray (ankle), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears, is expected to play, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The Ravens will release their inactive list 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff, at which point Murray's availability should be confirmed. Before spraining his left ankle Week 6 and missing the team's last three games, Murray had been serving as the Ravens' lead back. After his absence, however, Murray may find himself in a timeshare with Devonta Freeman.

    Published: Sun, Nov 21 at 1:25am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Week 11

    Murray (ankle) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bears after practicing in a limited fashion this past week.

    Analysis: Murray, who has been sidelined since Week 6, thus has a chance to rejoin the Ravens' backfield this weekend, and if he does, he'd be in line to re-enter the mix in a time-share with Devonta Freeman, with Ty'Son Williams on hand in reserve. It's a context that would make Murray a speculative Week 11 fantasy lineup option, especially with QB Lamar Jackson being such a key cog in Baltimore's rushing attack.

    Published: Fri, Nov 19 at 1:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another limited practice session

    Murray (ankle) remained limited at practice Thursday.

    Analysis: After having logged back-to-back limited practices, Murray appears to have a decent chance to return to the Ravens backfield this weekend against the Bears. Unless he practices fully Friday, however, Murray figures to carry a Week 11 injury designation as the team's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff on Sunday approaches.

    Published: Thu, Nov 18 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited in return to practice

    Murray (ankle) was a limited participant in his return to practice Wednesday.

    Analysis: While Murray is trending toward a return to action Sunday against the Bears, he'll need to practice fully by Friday in order to avoid a Week 11 injury designation. If he's back in the lineup this weekend, Murray would likely work in a timeshare with Devonta Freeman. Ty'Son Williams is also on hand, but he didn't log any carries or receptions either of the past two weeks behind Freeman and Le'Veon Bell, who has since been waived.

    Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Resumes practicing

    Murray (ankle) will practice Wednesday, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The running back has missed three straight games with an ankle sprain, but his looming return to practice -- as well as the Ravens' decision to waive Le'Veon Bell on Tuesday -- bodes well for Murray's chances of suiting up Sunday against the Bears. If he's able to return to the lineup Week 11, Murray would likely work in a timeshare with Devonta Freeman, with Ty'Son Williams in reserve.

    Published: Wed, Nov 17 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive Thursday night

    Murray (ankle) is inactive for Thursday night's game against the Dolphins.

    Analysis: With Murray set to miss his third straight game, look for Devonta Freeman to head a Baltimore running back committee Week 10 that also will include Le'Veon Bell and Ty'Son Williams. It's an arrangement that led to Freeman starting and logging 57 of a possible 98 snaps, while carrying 13 times for 79 yards and catching two passes for four yards and a TD in this past Sunday's 34-31 overtime win over the Vikings. In the same contest, Bell (23 snaps) carried 11 times for 48 yards and a TD, and…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 11 at 3:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubtful for Thursday

    Murray (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game in Miami, Adam H. Beasley of Pro Football Network reports.

    Analysis: Murray didn't practice at all this week and now is all but certain to miss a third straight game. Devonta Freeman has been filling in as the starter, with Le'Veon Bell and Ty'Son Williams working in reserve. Murray's next chance to play will come 10 days later against the Bears on Nov. 21.

    Published: Wed, Nov 10 at 1:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Missing from practice again

    Murray (ankle) wasn't spotted taking part in Tuesday's practice, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: After missing the Ravens' last two games, Murray's absence from a second straight practice in a short week doesn't bode well for his chances of suiting up for Thursday's game against the Dolphins. Barring an upgrade in his participation during Wednesday's session, Baltimore will likely turn to Devonta Freeman (13 carries last week) and Le'Veon Bell (11 carries last week) as its primary backs again in Week 10.

    Published: Tue, Nov 9 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed as DNP on practice estimate

    Murray (ankle) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's practice estimate.

    Analysis: Murray was inactive for Sunday's overtime win over the Vikings, so it's not surprising to see him listed as a DNP on Monday's estimate. Given the short turnaround this week, there's a decent chance that he won't make it back for Thursday night's game against the Dolphins. If so, Devonta Freeman (57 snaps versus Minnesota) and Le'Veon Bell (23 snaps) would be in line to head the Ravens' Week 10 backfield, with Ty'Son Williams in reserve.

    Published: Mon, Nov 8 at 4:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday

    Murray (ankle) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Vikings.

    Analysis: With Murray out for a second consecutive game, Devonta Freeman, Le'Veon Bell and Ty'Son Williams are in line to continue to work in a backfield time-share for the Ravens in Week 9. It's a context that resulted in Freeman logging four carries and three targets on 29 snaps in the team's Week 7 loss to the Bengals, with Bell carrying five times and recording two targets (on 22 snaps) and Williams notching two carries and two targets, while seeing 21 snaps. Until one of the team's backs emerges as…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 7 at 8:37am by Rotowire.com
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  • Doubtful for Week 9

    Murray (ankle) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Vikings after not practicing again Friday.

    Analysis: Given the official doubtful designation and the fact that Murray was unable to practice this past week, he'll almost assuredly be inactive for Sunday's 1:00 ET contest. In that case, Devonta Freeman, Le'Veon Bell and Ty'Son Williams will continue to work in a backfield time-share in Week 9. It's an arrangement that led to Freeman logging four carries and three targets on 29 snaps in the Ravens' Week 7 loss to the Bengals, while Bell carried five times and had two targets (on 22 snaps), with…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 5 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Friday

    Murray (ankle) wasn't spotted at Friday's practice, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: At this point Murray appears to be trending toward missing Sunday's game against the Vikings. If that's the case, Devonta Freeman, Le'Veon Bell and Ty'Son Williams would be in line to head the Ravens' backfield in Week 9.

    Published: Fri, Nov 5 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs another missed practice

    Murray (ankle) remained sidelined during Thursday's practice, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Back-to-back absences from practice cloud Murray's status for Sunday's game against the Vikings, and he'll presumably need to practice in some capacity Friday in order to have a chance to play this weekend. If he remains out, however, Devonta Freeman, Le'Veon Bell and Ty'Son Williams would be in line to continue to form a backfield committee for Baltimore in Week 9.

    Published: Thu, Nov 4 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Remains sidelined Wednesday

    Murray (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday, Ryan Mink of the Ravens' official site reports.

    Analysis: Murray hasn't practiced since being forced out of the team's Week 6 win over the Chargers, so his absence from Wednesday's session isn't especially encouraging with the team coming off a Week 8 bye. That said, head coach John Harbaugh suggested Monday that Murray still has a chance to play this weekend against the Vikings. If that doesn't happen, Devonta Freeman, Le'Veon Bell and Ty'Son Williams would once again form a committee backfield for the Ravens.

    Published: Wed, Nov 3 at 3:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out for Week 7

    The Ravens ruled Murray (ankle) out for Sunday's game against the Bengals.

    Analysis: With Murray sidelined due to a sprained left ankle, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com relays that Devonta Freeman could be in line to start this weekend. Meanwhile, Le'Veon Bell is expected to see added touches out of the backfield, and Ty'Son Williams should be active after being a healthy scratch Week 6. With Baltimore on bye in Week 8, Murray will target a potential return to action Nov. 7 against the Vikings.

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 12:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another practice

    Murray (ankle) remained sidelined at practice Friday, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The Ravens' final Week 7 injury report will reveal whether Murray has any chance to play Sunday against the Bengals, but following a full week of DNPs, he's trending toward missing the contest. If so, Hensley indicates that Devonta Freeman could get his first start at RB for Baltimore, with Le'Veon Bell also in the mix and Ty'Son Williams a candidate to suit up this weekend after being inactive in Week 6.

    Published: Fri, Oct 22 at 9:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses practice again

    Murray (ankle) didn't practice Thursday, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Back-to-back DNPs leave Murray's status for Sunday's game against the Bengals cloudy, though his outlook on that front would improve with a return to practice in any capacity come Friday. If Murray ends up out or limited this weekend, added backfield touches would be available for Devonta Freeman, Le'Veon Bell and perhaps Ty'Son Williams.

    Published: Thu, Oct 21 at 10:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Wednesday

    Murray (ankle) wasn't spotted at practice Wednesday, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.

    Analysis: Murray was forced out of last Sunday's win over the Chargers with the ankle injury. If he's not ready to go for the Ravens' Week 7 matchup with the Bengals, more work would be available for Devonta Freeman and Le'Veon Bell, while Ty'Son Williams could rejoin the Ravens' backfield mix after having been a healthy inactive Week 6.

    Published: Wed, Oct 20 at 10:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers ankle injury

    Murray was forced out of Sunday's game against the Chargers with an ankle injury, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.

    Analysis: Prior to his exit from the contest, Murray had logged nine carries for 44 yards and a touchdown to go with two catches for 12 yards. With Murray banged up, Devonta Freeman and Le'Veon Bell are in line to handle the Ravens' backfield duties for the rest of the day.

    Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 12:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Just 30 yards

    Murray rushed six times for 17 yards and caught two of three targets for 13 yards in Monday night's 31-25 overtime win over the Colts.

    Analysis: He started at tailback but got little going over the course of Monday's contest, due both to game flow -- the Ravens trailed by 19 at one point in the third quarter before mounting a remarkable comeback -- and the presence of teammates Ty'Son Williams and Devonta Freeman. Although Murray potentially could've added a touchdown to his tally had quarterback Lamar Jackson not kept the ball and fumbled it on a zone-read play near the goal line, the veteran back overall was underwhelming Monday. With…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 9:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to start Monday

    Murray seems set to be the Ravens' starting running back Monday against the Colts, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: During pregame warmups, Murray was the No. 1 RB, while Ty'Son Williams and then Devonta Freeman mixed in behind him. On the season, Murray has been the most consistently used running back for the Ravens, who have been attempting to cover for season-ending injuries to J.K. Dobbins (knee) and Gus Edwards (knee). Murray has averaged just 3.4 YPC on his 44 rushes, however, and he hasn't been targeted through four games. Meanwhile, Williams is back in the mix after his surprise scratch Week 4, and…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 11 at 4:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bangs out TD in win

    Murray carried the ball 18 times for 59 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 23-7 win over the Broncos.

    Analysis: While his yards per carry wasn't impressive, Murray set a new season high in rushing yards and showed off his power on an 11-yard TD run in the second quarter that opened the scoring for Baltimore -- his third touchdown in four games. With Ty'Son Williams (inactive) apparently on the outs and Le'Veon Bell joining the backfield mix for the Ravens, Murray figures to be in the lead role again in Week 5 against the Colts, but his hold on the No. 1 spot may be tenuous.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 6:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected starter Sunday

    Murray is expected to draw the start at running back for the Ravens in Sunday's game against the Broncos, Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun reports.

    Analysis: Pre-game reports suggested that Murray was trending toward a Week 4 start, and that notion appears to have been solidified by the fact that the Ravens made Ty'Son Williams (who's logged 27 carries for 164 in three games to date) a healthy scratch. Also, in Baltimore's backfield Sunday will be a pair of experienced options in Le'Veon Bell and Devonta Freeman, but of the team's veteran RB trio in uniform versus Denver, Murray looks like the higher-percentage fantasy option this week.

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 12:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to operate as lead back

    Murray is expected to serve as the Ravens' lead running back for the Ravens in Sunday's game in Denver, Mike Garofolo of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Ty'Son Williams had operated as the No. 1 option out of the Baltimore backfield for the first three games, but he played no more than 51 percent of the offensive snaps in any of those contests while head coach John Harbaugh has opted for a committee approach to the position. Based on Garofolo's report, Williams looks like he'll be headed for a smaller share of the work Sunday, while Murray could see a more expanded profile after handling snap shares between 31 and 37 percent through the first…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 3 at 9:50am by Rotowire.com
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  • Kept out of end zone in Week 3 win

    Murray rushed seven times for 28 yards and wasn't targeted in the passing game in Sunday's 19-17 win over the Lions.

    Analysis: Murray's yet to top 36 yards on the ground in three games with the Ravens, but he buoyed his value with a touchdown in each of the first two contests. The veteran running back continues to split carries with undrafted rookie Ty'Son Williams, who turned five carries and one target into 22 yards. Baltimore's backfield will look to get back on track against the Broncos in Week 4 after quarterback Lamar Jackson carried the offense as both a passer (287 yards, one touchdown) and rusher (58 yards) in…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 2:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores in second straight game

    Murray had nine carries for 36 yards and a score Sunday against the Chiefs.

    Analysis: The veteran has averaged 9.5 carries per game through two outings with his new team and has punched in a touchdown in each game thus far. Ty'Son Williams out-snapped Murray and was more effective on a per-carry basis (5.9 YPC), but it's clear the Ravens want to keep Murray involved in the run game. Baltimore heads to Detroit to face the Lions in Week 3.

    Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 8:58am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to be part of committee

    Murray, Ty'Son Williams and Devonta Freeman are all expected to be involved in a backfield committee Sunday against the Chiefs, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: In the Week 1 loss to the Raiders, Williams started and was the most efficient back with nine carries for 65 yards and a touchdown, but he took a back seat in the second half to Murray, who finished his Ravens debut with 10 carries for 28 yards and a touchdown while playing 31 percent of the offensive snaps. The Baltimore backfield looks like it'll become more muddled in Week 2 with the addition of Freeman, who profiles as more of a threat to contend for reps on offense than the since-waived…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 19 at 6:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores in team debut

    Murray rushed 10 times for 28 yards and a touchdown in Monday night's 33-27 overtime loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: Murray only signed with the Ravens a few days ago, but amid the team's backfield injury crisis, the veteran actually led Baltimore's tailbacks in carries. Admittedly, starter Ty'Son Williams was close behind with nine totes, from which he produced an impressive 65 yards and a touchdown. Williams also caught three of four targets for 29 yards, but in scoring a eight-yard touchdown himself, Murray at least contributed immediately in his debut. Going forward, it'll be interesting to see how the…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 10:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Part of Week 1 backfield

    Ty'Son Williams, Murray and Trenton Cannon are in line to handle the Ravens' running back duties Monday night against the Raiders, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Since the Ravens elected not to elevate either Le'Veon Bell or Devonta Freeman from their practice squad, they'll proceed with the trio currently on the team's active roster. It's a context that Zrebiec suggests should result in Williams seeing the bulk of Baltimore's backfield work Monday night, while Murray -- a recent addition to the squad -- is a candidate to mix in, with Cannon on hand to make his mark on special teams.

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 3:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could emerge as top back

    Once Murray gets up to speed with Baltimore's offense, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com believes that the running back has the potential to eventually emerge as the team's top option at the position.

    Analysis: In the short term, Ty'Son Williams is expected to shoulder a key role in Monday's season opener against the Raiders, but Hensley believes that Murray's physical running style profiles as an ideal fit for the Ravens' system. The team's backfield is in quick transition mode following season-ending injuries to J.K. Dobbins (knee), Gus Edwards (knee) and Justice Hill (Achilles), but reinforcements are on the way, with Le'Veon Bell and/or Devonta Freeman candidates to be promoted to the team's…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 7:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Joining Baltimore backfield

    The Ravens have reached an agreement with Murray on a one-year deal, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.

    Analysis: In the wake of a succession of season-ending backfield injuries, the Ravens understandably are adding running back depth in advance of Week 1. Once Murray's deal becomes official and corresponding roster moves are made, he'll be in line to join Ty'Son Williams and Trenton Cannon on the team's active roster, with Le'Veon Bell and Devonta Freeman profiling as candidates to be elevated from Baltimore's practice squad. Given the timing of the team's looming moves, it remains uncertain how the …read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 6:28am by Rotowire.com
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  • Working on deal with Ravens

    The Ravens are closing in on a deal with Murray, Jeff Zrebiec of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: This looked like a fit after Murray was cut by the Saints on Tuesday, and Gus Edwards' season-ending torn ACL has expedited the process between the two sides. The 31-year-old produced 1,295 rushing yards (4.4 YPC) and nine rushing touchdowns while adding 57 receptions for 411 yards and two receiving scores over the last two seasons with the Saints. Once the deal is official, he's in line to join Ty'Son Williams and Trenton Cannon on Baltimore's active roster, while Le'Veon Bell and Devonta…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 9 at 7:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cut by New Orleans

    Murray was released by the Saints on Tuesday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Murray recently refused a request from the Saints to take a pay cut, leading the team to release him ahead of Sunday's season opener versus Green Bay. The 31-year-old had 146 carries for 656 yards while catching 23 passes for 176 yards and five total touchdowns in 15 games last season as New Orleans' No. 2 tailback. 2020 UDFA Tony Jones, who appeared in one game as a rookie last year, will now serve as the top backup to Alvin Kamara. Murray figures to receive plenty of interest on the open…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 7 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Keeps roster spot for now

    Murray has a spot on the Saints' initial 53-man roster, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: Murray was rumored to be in danger of losing his spot, with the Saints able to free up some cap space by replacing him with preseason standout Tony Jones. It now appears the team will keep both backs, potentially creating confusion about who will take carries off the bench behind Alvin Kamara in Week 1 against the Packers.

    Published: Tue, Aug 31 at 12:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Garners six touches

    Murray rushed four times for six yards and caught both his targets for four yards in Monday night's 23-21 preseason win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Murray saw Tony Jones get touches before him and finish with a superior line of five carries for 24 yards, adding further fuel to his quest to surpass Murray and serve as Alvin Kamara's backup. While that determination is yet to be made, it's also worth noting Murray saw action before Devonta Freeman entered in the second half. The fellow veteran managed just 18 yards on his seven totes, so it'll be interesting to see how New Orleans' backfield situation shakes out as the team now enters the…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 23 at 9:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Facing roster challenge?

    Murray still seems likely to make the Saints' Week 1 roster, but he may be competing with Devonta Freeman for a single spot, according to Larry Holder of The Athletic.

    Analysis: Murray was oft-mentioned in the winter as a potential offseason cap casualty, but the team kept him around after releasing other veterans in February and March. The Saints still can add around $3.3 million in cap space if Murray is traded or released before Week 1, per overthecap.com, but they might be getting a downgrade with Freeman, who is two years younger yet hasn't aged as gracefully. Both veterans lost fumbles in Saturday's preseason loss to Baltimore, while 2020 UDFA Tony Jones took…read more

    Published: Mon, Aug 16 at 7:21am by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles in preseason opener

    Murray rushed five times for six yards and lost a fumble in Saturday's 17-14 preseason loss to the Ravens. He added an 11-yard catch on two targets.

    Analysis: Murray fumbled inside the Ravens' 10-yard line on the opening drive, which will do the veteran backup no favors in his bid to usurp some red-zone carries from Alvin Kamara, who was given the night off. Devonta Freeman was even less effective on his nine touches (10 yards and a fumble lost), but Tony Jones emerged as a contender for carries behind Kamara with 120 scrimmage yards and a touchdown on 10 touches against Baltimore's backups. Murray will look to tighten up his ball security in Week 2…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 7:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Expects another solid year

    Murray believes he can continue to improve his efficiency, Sam Shannon of the Saints' official website reports.

    Analysis: Murray finished 2020 with his best numbers since his rookie season for yards per carry (4.5) and yards per target (6.8), producing 832 yards and five touchdowns on 169 touches. The workload was nearly identical to his first season in New Orleans, with Murray getting 11 fewer touches in one fewer game (he missed Week 17 in 2020). The 31-year-old running back then survived the Saints' offseason purge, despite carrying a non-guaranteed $2.95 million base salary in the third season of a four-year,…read more

    Published: Thu, Jul 8 at 8:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Productive second season

    Murray, who missed the team's final playoff game with a quad injury, finished the regular season with 146 carries for 656 yards and four touchdowns and added 23 receptions for 176 yards and an additional score in his second season with the Saints.

    Analysis: Murray finished with the same number of carries as he had in 2019, though he was less involved as a receiver and ended the season with fewer scrimmage yards and one fewer touchdown. Playing second fiddle to Alvin Kamara, Murray still played solid football, going for 832 yards on 179 touches and flashing his upside in a big Week 12, where he went 19-124-2. Still under contract, he'll return to New Orleans in 2021, where he'll likely play the lesser half of a timeshare with Kamara, a role he's…read more

    Published: Sat, Jan 30 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Taking seat Sunday

    Murray (quadriceps) is inactive for Sunday's divisional-round game versus the Buccaneers, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: After making just one limited appearance at practice this week, Murray will take a seat as a result of a quad issue. With the veteran running back sidelined, Alvin Kamara likely is in line for a sizable workload, but Dwayne Washington, Ty Montgomery and fullback Michael Burton all are available out of the Saints backfield.

    Published: Sun, Jan 17 at 2:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looks unlikely for divisional round

    Murray (quadriceps), who is listed as questionable for Sunday's divisional-round game against the Buccaneers, isn't expected to play, Ian Rapoport and Jane Slater of NFL Network report.

    Analysis: While managing the quad injury, Murray sat out practices Wednesday and Thursday before returning to work Friday on a limited basis. That level of activity was enough for Murray to take a questionable designation into the weekend, but unless he demonstrates more improvement in a pregame workout, the 30-year-old looks at risk of being ruled out ahead of Sunday's 6:40 p.m. ET kickoff. If Murray is active, both Dwayne Washington and Ty Montgomery would likely dress as reserve options in the…read more

    Published: Sun, Jan 17 at 6:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Questionable for Sunday

    Murray (quad) is listed as questionable for Sunday's playoff game against the Buccaneers after returning to a limited practice Friday, Jenna Laine of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Back-to-back DNPs Wednesday and Thursday set the stage for Friday to be pivotal with regard to Murray's chances of suiting up this weekend. If available Sunday, Murray would be in line to work in a complementary role behind the team's lead back, Alvin Kamara.

    Published: Fri, Jan 15 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Misses another practice

    Murray (quad) didn't practice Thursday, Amie Just of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: With Murray and Taysom Hill (knee) both missing practice for a second straight day, Alvin Kamara may be tasked with an even larger portion of the rushing workload Sunday against the Buccaneers. Murray injured his quad in the Saints' wild-card win over Chicago, missing the entire fourth quarter after he pulled up limping at the end of a play in the third quarter.

    Published: Thu, Jan 14 at 1:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out with quad injury

    Murray was held out of practice Wednesday due to a quadriceps injury, Adam Caplan of SiriusXM NFL Radio reports.

    Analysis: During this past Sunday's wild-card victory against the Bears, Murray pulled up at the end of a five-yard catch in the third quarter and eventually was deemed questionable to return with a thigh injury. With a few days to evaluate his health, he's officially tending to a quad issue. Murray is good for at least a handful of touches per game -- his season low is five, done twice (Weeks 2 and 14) -- but those could be up for grabs if he's unable to get healthy in time for Sunday's matchup with the…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 13 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurts thigh in wild-card round

    Murray (thigh) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Bears, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: Murray left his mark on the game before suffering the injury, rushing four times for nine yards and catching both of his targets for 11 yards and a touchdown. With the Saints nursing a comfortable fourth-quarter lead, there's little reason for the team to bring Murray back in. He'll look to heal up in time for the NFC divisional round next week.

    Published: Sun, Jan 10 at 4:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Comes off COVID-19 list

    The Saints activated Murray (undisclosed) from the reserve/COVID-19 list Wednesday, Nick Underhill of NewOrleans.Football reports.

    Analysis: Murray missed the Saints' victory over the Panthers in the regular-season finale because he was deemed to be a high-risk close contact of Alvin Kamara, who tested positive for COVID-19. There's no telling when Kamara will complete the necessary testing protocol and rejoin the Saints, but if he's unable to suit up in the wild-card round, Murray is the prime candidate to lead the backfield Sunday versus the Bears. On the season, Murray has averaged 11.3 touches for 55.5 yards from scrimmage per…read more

    Published: Wed, Jan 6 at 2:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In COVID-19 protocol, out Sunday

    Murray was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Saturday and is out for Sunday's game against the Panthers, Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reports.

    Analysis: Murray and Dwayne Washington are considered high-risk close contacts to Alvin Kamara, who tested positive for the coronavirus, so all three running backs will sit out Week 17. Ty Montgomery should see a significant increase in reps versus the Panthers. The Saints are also expected to promote running back Tony Jones from the practice squad, and Taysom Hill could see more tread as well. Murray will be available for the first round of playoffs as long as he continues to test negative.

    Published: Sat, Jan 2 at 8:42am by Rotowire.com
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  • Stepping in for Kamara

    Murray is expected to take on a larger role Sunday against the Panthers, with teammate Alvin Kamara ineligible to play after testing positive for COVID-19, Mike Triplett of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Murray put up 307 total yards and four touchdowns in a two-week span the last time Kamara missed games, back in Weeks 7 and 8 of last season. A repeat of that level of production may be too much to ask, but Murray should at least see a nice workload uptick relative to his 2020 average of 9.7 carries, 1.7 targets and 55.4 total yards per game. Carolina has allowed the ninth-most fantasy points to running backs, including 204 combined yards and a touchdown to Kamara and Murray in Week 7. Ty…read more

    Published: Fri, Jan 1 at 4:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Notches full practice Thursday

    Murray (quadriceps) practiced in full Thursday.

    Analysis: One day removed from putting in a limited session due to a quad issue, Murray managed to log every practice rep Thursday. His snap and touch counts this season have largely depended on game script and need, with the latter ranging from five in Weeks 2 and 14 to a campaign-high 20 in Week 12 during Taysom Hill's second spot start for Drew Brees. Consequently, Murray is difficult to trust on a game-to-game basis.

    Published: Thu, Dec 31 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by quad issue

    Murray was alimited participant in practice Wednesday due to a quadriceps injury.

    Analysis: According to Katherine Terrell of The Athletic, Murray wasn't present at the open portion of the session, but the veteran running back fit in reps behind the scenes at some point. On the season, Murray's touch count has wavered wildly, and now with an injury in tow, he's again in danger of yielding most of the backfield reps to Alvin Kamara in Week 17. Murray has two more chances to prove the health of his quad ahead of Sunday's regular-season finale at Carolina.

    Published: Wed, Dec 30 at 1:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nearly 100 yards in blowout win

    Murray rushed 12 times for 72 yards and caught all three of his targets for 24 yards in the Saints' 52-33 win over the Vikings on Friday.

    Analysis: After three straight duds, Murray came alive on Christmas Day, racking up 96 total yards -- his second-highest mark of the season. The performance should be taken with a grain of salt, as New Orleans racked up nearly 600 yards of total offense in the blowout victory. Murray gets another quality matchup with Carolina in Week 17, where he'll look to finish the regular season on a high note.

    Published: Sat, Dec 26 at 2:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in Week 15 loss

    Murray rushed four times for three yards and brought in two of three targets for 26 yards and a touchdown in the Saints' 32-29 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

    Analysis: Across his last three games, Murray has totaled just 18 touches for 53 yards from scrimmage, and usage has been a concern. Fantasy managers surely were happy to see him find the end zone against Kansas City when he took a 24-yard reception to the house early in the third quarter. Murray isn't seeing enough work to maintain consistent fantasy relevance, and he'll be tough to trust even in a favorable matchup with Minnesota in Week 16.

    Published: Mon, Dec 21 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals just seven yards in loss

    Murray rushed four times for 13 yards and caught his lone target for a loss of six yards in the Saints' 24-21 loss to the Eagles on Sunday.

    Analysis: After his Week 12 eruption, Murray has logged his two least productive performances of the season. This one was an even bigger letdown than last week, as Murray managed only seven yards in the contest. He won't be a recommended option when the Saints face the Chiefs in Week 15.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 8:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared for trip to Philly

    Murray (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game in Philadelphia.

    Analysis: Murray was added to the injury report Thursday as a limited participant before returning to a full session Friday. He's generally been more involved in the offense with Taysom Hill at quarterback, but Murray got just five carries and two targets in the Week 13 win over Atlanta.

    Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 1:24pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by knee injury

    Murray (knee) was limited at Thursday's practice, Luke Johnson of The New Orleans Times-Picayune reports.

    Analysis: Murray's output has been all over the place in three games with Taysom Hill helming the Saints offense. Overall, Murray tallied 36 rushes for 190 yards and two touchdowns to go with five catches for 38 yards. During that same stretch, Alvin Kamara compiled 42 touches for 194 yards from scrimmage and two scores. While they've roughly been in a timeshare, Murray's new injury could be the catalyst for Kamara to regain lead-back duties. Still, Murray has one more chance to prove the health of his…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 1:35pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Season-low output in victory

    Murray rushed five times for 17 yards and caught both of his targets for no gain in the Saints' 21-16 win over the Falcons on Sunday.

    Analysis: Just a week after rumbling for 124 yards and two touchdowns, Murray was limited to seven touches and just 17 scoreless yards. Chasing his huge Week 12 proved to be fool's gold for fantasy managers, as Murray took a backseat to Alvin Kamara and Taysom Hill in the ground game. Murray's yardage was his lowest of the season, and he'll be tough to trust when the Saints travel to Philadelphia in Week 14.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 7:59pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Huge ground day in lopsided win

    Murray registered 124 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 19 carries, adding one reception for two yards during Sunday's 31-3 win against the Broncos. He also fumbled once, but the loose ball was recovered by teammate James Hurst.

    Analysis: With a season-high 20 offensive touches Week 12, Murray has now carved out double-digit carries in three of his past four outings. Touchdowns have been coming in batches for the 30-year-old in 2020, as Sunday marked his second multi-TD game of the campaign. Murray also posted a pair of rushing TDs Week 4 in Detroit, but he's otherwise been held scoreless over nine appearances this season. With only one outing all year yielding fewer than eight carries, Murray is in line for at least a moderate…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts 85 scrimmage yards

    Murray registered 49 rushing yards on 12 carries and caught both of his targets for 36 receiving yards during Sunday's 24-9 win against the Falcons.

    Analysis: Murray was just one carry behind Alvin Kamara's total of 13, though it was Kamara who had the lone RB rushing touchdown for New Orleans in Week 11. A 25-yard reception boosted Murray's day, but it's notable that first-time starting quarterback Taysom Hill had two separate rushing TDs from inside the 10-yard line. Hill's ability to punch the ball in from short yardage has the potential to mitigate Murray's goal-line contributions in coming weeks. Nevertheless, Murray has still garnered…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 4:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team in rushing

    Murray carried nine times for 57 yards during Sunday's 27-13 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: Murray averaged a healthy 6.3 yards per carry as he came through with his second-best output of the season. Meanwhile, Alvin Kamara managed just 15 yards on eight totes but managed a pair of short rushing touchdowns and another via the pass. Murray has received at least eight carries in eight of nine games this season and could take on a larger role if the team leans more on the running game in the event that Drew Brees (ribs) is forced to miss time. His next chance to step up will come Sunday…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 6:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads backfield in carries

    Murray rushed 10 times for 39 yards and caught both of his targets for three yards in the Saints' 38-3 win over the Buccaneers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Murray led the backfield in carries Sunday, though he wasn't able to get much going and totaled just 42 scoreless yards on the day. He remains involved in the offense as a change-of-pace back behind Alvin Kamara, though Murray's fantasy value is minimal if he's not finding the end zone.

    Published: Mon, Nov 9 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Season-low 31 yards

    Murray carried eight times for 17 yards and caught all three of his targets for 14 yards in the Saints' 26-23 OT win over the Bears on Sunday.

    Analysis: Murray's 31 yards were a season low, though his three receptions were a season high. His yardage totals have capped out at 83 yards on the year, and he'll likely have a difficult time getting much done against a stout Buccaneers defensive front in Week 9.

    Published: Mon, Nov 2 at 8:02am by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs 11 touches in Week 7 victory

    Murray rushed 11 times for 47 yards and caught his only target for nine yards in the Saints' 27-24 win over the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Murray saw just three fewer carries than Alvin Kamara and played his usual role as chain-mover and change-of-pace back, while getting stuffed on a goal-line carry in the process. Due to his lack of involvement in the passing game, Murray is a touchdown-dependent fantasy option who offers some flex appeal in the right matchup.

    Published: Mon, Oct 26 at 4:39am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets 10 touches

    Murray rushed eight times for 34 yards and caught both his targets for 23 yards in Monday night's 30-27 overtime win against the Chargers.

    Analysis: Murray again helped New Orleans move the sticks, with Monday marking his fourth straight game with an average of more than 4.0 yards per carry. For good measure, the tailback also turned in a season high in receiving yards. Although he couldn't follow his two-touchdown performance in Week 4, Murray still topped 50 yards from scrimmage for the third game in a row, bringing him into the Saints' bye week on the back of some decent success.

    Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 10:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores twice in Week 4 win

    Murray rushed 14 times for 64 yards and two touchdowns while catching one of two targets for 19 yards in Sunday's 35-29 win over Detroit.

    Analysis: Murray plowed in for a three-yard touchdown on third down to cut the Saints' deficit to 14-7 in the first quarter, and his six-yard rushing score in the third quarter made it 35-14 New Orleans. Alvin Kamara led the team with 19 carries and also found the end zone on the ground, but this game corroborated there's plenty of room for Murray to produce value as the powerful between-the-tackles complement to Kamara's speed and elusiveness. Look for New Orleans to maintain its run-first approach in…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 2:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts 65 yards in loss

    Murray carried 12 times for 58 yards and caught his only target for seven yards in the Saints' 37-30 loss to the Packers on Sunday.

    Analysis: As expected, Murray played clearly behind Alvin Kamara, though Murray has now logged at least 13 touches in two of the first three weeks of the season. He hasn't found his way to the end zone yet, but if he can continue to see double-digit touches, he can be useful as a deep-league flex.

    Published: Mon, Sep 28 at 2:35am by Rotowire.com
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  • Five touches against Raiders

    Murray ran for 14 yards on three carries while hauling in both of his targets for 19 receiving yards during Monday's 34-24 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: The game script worked against Murray somewhat, as New Orleans fell into its first deficit at the 9:58 mark of the third quarter, and subsequently ducked into a two-possession disadvantage midway through the fourth quarter. Besides that, Alvin Kamara found himself in the midst of a magical night, racking up 79 yards and two touchdowns on the ground as well as 95 receiving yards on a combined 22 offensive touches. Murray wasn't able to put forth a noteworthy performance against his former team,…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 22 at 3:34pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Team's leading rusher Week 1

    Murray collected 48 rushing yards on 15 carries during Sunday's 34-23 win against the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: In a matchup against the No. 1 rush defense from 2019, Murray handled 53.6 percent of New Orleans' running back carries while establishing a 3.2 YPC. Though that would be a wildly inefficient clip most days, Murray was clearly a more effective rusher than Alvin Kamara on Sunday, as the three-time Pro Bowler averaged just 1.3 yards per carry in comparison. Kamara compensated in the passing game, however, with five catches for 51 yards and a touchdown (in addition to his rushing TD), while Murray…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 15 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Goes for 25 yards in wild-card loss

    Murray rushed five times for 21 yards, adding a four-yard reception in the Saints' 26-20 overtime wild-card loss to the Vikings on Sunday.

    Analysis: After an 18-touch outing to close out the regular season, Murray took a back seat to Alvin Kamara in Sunday's overtime loss. He'll be back to play with Kamara at least one more year, and barring injury or suspension, Murray should primarily fill a backup role in the Saints' offense. Aside from two huge starts in Kamara's stead, Murray managed just 590 total yards and two total touchdowns in 14 regular-season games played.

    Published: Sun, Jan 5 at 2:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs 18 touches in rout of Panthers

    Murray carried 17 times for 61 yards, adding a 14-yard reception in the Saints' 42-10 win over the Panthers on Sunday.

    Analysis: As expected, Murray had his way with the Panthers' poor run defense, managing 75 total yards on the day. He out-touched Alvin Kamara by a comfortable margin, though most of his work came with the game well in hand for New Orleans. Murray closes out his first year as a Saint with 872 total yards and six total touchdowns.

    Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles on nine touches

    Murray carried seven times for 14 yards and secured two of three targets for 11 yards in the Saints' 38-28 win over the Titans on Sunday.

    Analysis: It was a slow afternoon for Murray, who averaged less than four yards on his nine touches against Tennessee. Unlike in prior weeks, Murray took a clear backseat to Alvin Kamara, as the latter exploded for 110 yards and a touchdown. Murray has played admirably this season -- even in a backup capacity -- and he should have an easier time finding running room against a subpar Panthers' run defense in Week 17.

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 6:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs 11 touches in MNF win

    Murray rushed nine times for 29 yards, adding two receptions on three targets for 20 yards in the Saints' 34-7 win over the Colts on Monday.

    Analysis: Murray followed up last week's 94-yard effort with a moderate output in Monday's blowout win. Despite the huge lead New Orleans built up early, Murray saw just 11 total touches, ceding some cleanup work to Zach Line and Dwayne Washington. Murray's performances have been inconsistent when sharing the field with Alvin Kamara, a pattern that will likely continue unless Kamara gets sidelined.

    Published: Mon, Dec 16 at 8:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 94 yards in loss

    Murray rushed seven times for 69 yards, adding two receptions for 25 yards in the Saints' 48-46 loss to the 49ers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Murray accounted for his most yards from scrimmage since Week 8 when he was still the starter. It was an encouraging performance after going for just two yards Week 13, and he actually led the backfield in yards from scrimmage, out-gaining Alvin Kamara, 94-43, on eight fewer touches. Kamara clearly is the lead back right now, and Murray has logged just under eight touches per game across his last five contests. That kind of volume doesn't translate to a weekly fantasy starter, despite big games…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals just two yards

    Murray rushed four times for two yards in the Saints' 26-18 win over the Falcons on Thursday.

    Analysis: He wasn't targeted in the passing game. Murray has struggled to find fantasy relevancy since the Saints' Week 9 bye, logging double-digit carries just once in four games. In that span -- aside from his decent Week 12 -- he's rushed 19 times for just 41 yards. With Alvin Kamara back to full strength and leading the backfield in touches, Murray isn't a startable fantasy option outside of deeper leagues right now.

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 9:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Breaks off 26-yard TD run

    Murray ran for 64 yards and a touchdown on seven rush attempts during Sunday's 34-31 win against the Panthers.

    Analysis: The 29-year-old hammer did most of his damage early on, logging four of his seven carries and 44 of his 64 rushing yards during the first quarter. Of course, much of that production came on a single game-shifting play, as Murray's 26-yard TD run helped the Saints cap a successful seven-play opening drive. While his three-game spree of 17 combined receptions and 121 receiving yards between Weeks 6 and 8 appears to be a facade -- given that he's only compiled four catches for 12 yards in three…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 3:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Logs 12 touches in win

    Murray rushed 10 times for 27 yards, adding two receptions for five yards in the Saints' 34-17 blowout victory over the Buccaneers on Sunday.

    Analysis: Murray saw just three fewer carries than Alvin Kamara, though he played second fiddle in total touches, as Kamara finished with a comfortable 23-12 advantage. Over the past two games, Kamara has touched the ball 35 times compared to Murray's 19, and it appears the former is locked into a backup role. He's a high-end handcuff, but he doesn't carry much weekly value with Kamara in the picture.

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 7:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees seven touches with Kamara back

    Murray carried five times for 12 yards, adding two receptions for seven yards in the Saints' 26-9 loss to the Falcons on Sunday.

    Analysis: Despite Sean Payton's assertion that Murray would stay involved on offense, he notched just seven touches in Sunday's loss. Surprisingly negative game script certainly played a role in Murray's dud, but his usage is concerning, given his 62 combined touches over the past two weeks. To be fair, Murray out-carried Alvin Kamara by a 5-4 margin, but Kamara saw 10 targets and eight receptions to ultimately lead the backfield in total touches. Murray has a chance to bounce back next week in a…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Should stay involved

    Coach Sean Payton hinted that Murray will retain a significant role even with Alvin Kamara now healthy, ESPN.com's Mike Triplett reports. "Week 1 [of] Alvin coming back. We'll be smart," said Payton. "And the good news is the way [Murray] played and the way Alvin's played, we feel like we're real good at that position.

    Analysis: Murray averaged just 4.8 carries and 1.4 targets per game through the first six weeks of the season, but he should see more work Sunday against Atlanta, with Kamara in his first game back from an ankle injury and the Saints heavily favored to win. Murray made an excellent case for continued involvement when Kamara missed Weeks 7 and 8, piling up 307 scrimmage yards and four touchdowns. Kamara said he doesn't mind sharing some more work with Murray moving forward.

    Published: Fri, Nov 8 at 2:27pm by Rotowire.com
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