Fantasy Football Player Notes

Pollard had a strong 2024 season as the Titans' workhorse starter. He ranked ninth in snap share, opportunity, and weighted opportunities. Pollard finished as the RB22 in fantasy points per game while ranking 18th in explosive run rate and sixth in yards after contact per attempt (per Fantasy Points Data). The pitiful nature of the Titans' offense last year outside of Pollard crushed his season. He was only 22nd in red zone touches and was the RB15 in expected fantasy points per game. If Cam Ward can elevate this offensive ecosystem and Pollard can retain this awesome role, he could finish as a high-end RB2 this season.

Spears had an injury-filled 2024 campaign. He dealt with two concussions, a hamstring strain, and an ankle sprain. This cost him four full games and limited him in others. In Weeks 1-14, with Tony Pollard playing his normal role, Spears had a 20-46% snapshare and averaged 7.6 touches and 30.6 total yards. All of the injuries likely played a part, but Spears' per-touch efficiency cratered last season as he had just a 2.4% explosive run rate, 11% missed tackle rate, and 2.30 yards after contact per attempt (per Fantasy Points Data). After the strong 2024 season from Pollard, Spears will likely only play a complimentary role for Tennessee again in 2024 and serve as Pollard's direct backup/handcuff.