10 RB sleepers to target for fantasy football Week 4

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Craig Reynolds of the Lions (Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports) /

Fantasy football Week 4 running back sleepers: Jerick McKinnon, Kansas City Chiefs

Though Clyde Edwards-Helaire is Kansas City’s starter, it’s Jerick McKinnon who leads the running backs in snaps, out-snapping CEH 87-77 through three games. It’s appearing as though McKinnon is the preferred passing down back on a team that passes a lot.

With ESPN’s Adam Teicher calling Kansas City’s backfield a ‘committee,’ McKinnon’s usage shouldn’t change, meaning he’s going to get plenty of playing time. He needs to do something with those snaps in order to have fantasy value, though.

Fantasy football Week 4 running back sleepers: Craig Reynolds, Detroit Lions

Many remember Craig Reynolds from last year’s dominant stretch while he was essentially the only healthy Detroit running back. With another D’Andre Swift injury, Reynolds may be in line to see increased opportunity yet again.

Jamaal Williams is obviously the preferred start, but the Lions have proven that they don’t just use one running back. Williams will be the starter, but Reynolds should see his fair share of carries. If he can replicate some of the success he had last year, he will be an intriguing fantasy option.