Brandon Jacobs had a rough season last year. After two straight 1,000 plus yard seasons and consecutive years averaging 5 yards per carry, Jacobs slumped to only 835 rushing yards and 3.7 yards per carry. Additionally, his touchdown total went from 15 in 2008, to only 5 last season. Jacobs didn't seem to break as many tackles as he had in the past and one has to wonder if perhaps he's simply wearing down.
Fantasy Upside
Brandon Jacobs is a battering ram, and while he didn't seem to run over people with the same effectiveness last year as in years prior, he still has the size and strength to push the pile. This makes him an effective goal line back, so he should get enough looks inside the red zone. Jacobs will also be motivated to bounce back after a season that had him obviously frustrated.
Fantasy Downside
Unfortunately, there's more not to like about Jacobs this season than there is to suggest he'll bounce back. He's another year older. Ahmad Bradshaw looks to play a bigger role in the offense this year, and the Giants will likely be happy to reduce Jacobs' workload. Also, Jacobs has never been particularly durable. While he did start 15 games last year, the pounding he consistently takes kept him out of two games in 2008 and five in 2007. He just turned 28 years old, and he already looks like he's hitting that 30 year old wall.
Bottom Line
Brandon Jacobs should be considered a bench option/flex player this season. While 4for4 has him ranked as the 19th best running back, I would use caution relying on him in your fantasy lineup. Consider him a solid backup option on your fantasy squad, but likely nothing more than that. As Bradshaw gets more work, Jacobs is likely to see his carries drop.
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