Jerome Ford

Nick Chubb isn't assuredly returning to the Browns for 2024. He's an unrestricted free agent in 2025, and if Cleveland cut him this offseason, they could save roughly 11.8 million against the cap. Jerome Ford could be their starting tailback again this season. Last season, in Weeks 3-17, when Ford was the starter, he averaged 14.9 touches and 66.6 total yards as the RB20 in fantasy. Ford played well, ranking 13th in missed tackles forced per attempt and 16th in yards after contact per attempt (per Fantasy Points Data). If he is the team's starter again this season, he should be considered an RB2 with upside. He could see even more work this season if the team doesn't sign or draft someone or feel that Pierre Strong is up to the task of assuming Kareem Hunt's role.

Jerome Ford carried the ball three times for six yards and caught two of his three targets for 26 yards in a 31-14 loss to the Bengals in Week 18.

Fantasy Impact

Ford played sparingly with the Browns looking to keep him fresh for the playoffs. Both of his catches came in the fourth quarter after Pierre Strong Jr. departed with a back injury. Ford will now prepare to face off against the Texans in next week's playoff game.