Rico Dowdle Fantasy Football Rankings & Outlook

PFM Fantasy Outlook

Rico Dowdle had his most involved game in a Steelers uniform against New Orleans, rushing nine times for 41 yards and catching six passes for another 45. Pittsburgh won 16-10 with a steady running plan, and Dowdle was not simply waiting for Jaylen Warren to leave the field. Warren also rushed for 101 yards, so the game offered a clearer picture of a backfield with room for two contributors.

Dowdle has 31 carries for 118 yards and 13 receptions for 82 yards in four appearances. He has not scored a touchdown, which limits the ceiling, but his receiving work is helping him gain a larger role. PFM ranks him RB29 for Week 8 against Cleveland and RB29 rest of season. The question is whether the Steelers continue giving him nine carries and multiple targets or return to a smaller rotation. His toe and knee concerns also deserve monitoring before the next game.