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Sep 20, 2015; Chicago, IL, USA; Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson (31) runs for a touchdown with Chicago Bears cornerback Terrance Mitchell (20) pursuing during the second half at Soldier Field. Arizona won 48-23. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports /

David Johnson-Arizona Cardinals (46.1%)

The Cardinals backfield of Johnson & Johnson looked pretty good in their romp over the Bears, but it’s David Johnson that makes the list this week since he has the longer-term upside than Chris Johnson who got the majority of the workload in week 2.

Even though he had fewer touches, David Johnson made the most of his opportunities with a 108-yard kickoff return and 42 yards on the ground including a touchdown run on just five carries. He may not get the volume of work that CJ?K gets while Andre Ellington is out, but he definitely has the big-play potential to make him more of a threat even in his limited touches once Ellington returns.

This week, Arizona takes on the 49ers who got lit up by the Steelers in week 2. It’s hard to know which San Francisco defense will show up, but David Johnson is the Cardinals’ back with the highest ceiling this week even though Chris Johnson can also still be started as well and will probably end up with more touches.

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