Kenyan Drake

Drake plays in a fast-paced offense which will run 17 or 18 games worth of plays this season. That comes in handy from a fantasy football perspective, as his volume is sure to be higher than most others at the position. Not only that, but Drake was spectacular from the time he landed on the Cardinals, finishing the season as the #4 fantasy back over the final eight weeks despite not knowing the playbook when he came over. Add DeAndre Hopkins and an improved offensive line to this offense and Drake could explode into the top tier of fantasy backs.

Kenyan Drake and Cardinals have until July 22 to reach long-term extension

Because he was transition tagged, RB Kenyan Drake and the Arizona Cardinals have until July 22 to strike a long-term extension, although one is not imminent according to sources.

Fantasy Impact

Drake has signed his transition tag, which will pay him $8.4M in 2020. Unlike other players that are on the franchise tag that have until today, July 15 to strike a deal on a long-term contract, Drake gets an extra week due to the transition tag. After July 22, the Cardinals have exclusive negotiating rights through Week 10 of the regular season. Drake figures to be a big part of Kliff Kingsbury’s offense this year and should be considered a top-10 running back this season. His dynasty value however hangs on receiving a multi-year deal from the Cardinals.