Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Week 6: Making the Call on Fringe Running Backs

October 11, 2014   ·   Sean O'Donnell   ·   Jump to comments

Deciphering which fringe running backs to start each week can be a daunting task for any fantasy owner. Should you rely on a pass-catching running back despite being up against a stout run defense, or go with a back who typically receives a small workload but has a favorable matchup?
Let's put an end to these burning questions before Sunday's slate of games kick off.
Obviously, fantasy owners should know well enough to start such studs as Matt Forte, Le'Veon Bell and Giovani Bernard each and every week, but not everyone is fortunate enough to own one of these top-tier running backs. Taking injuries, matchups and trends into consideration, here's a look at which fringe running backs to start—and which to leave on the bench—in Week 6.
 
Branden Oliver (Start)
Fantasy owners lucky enough to snag Oliver after his breakout performance in Week 5 should expect to be rewarded immediately. The little-known back sure looked like the real deal against the...

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