Tyler Allgeier

Tyler Allgeier enjoyed an extremely successful rookie season, finishing the year as PFF's No.1-graded rookie running back (86.7) ahead of stars like Kenneth Walker and Breece Hall. That accomplishment puts Allgeier into an elite company with RBs such as Jonathan Taylor, Josh Jacobs, Nick Chubb, Alvin Kamara and Rhamondre Stevenson - all who were top-8 fantasy RBs in their second seasons after taking home the crown as PFF's highest-graded rookie RB in their first years. Allgeier's strong finish was the driving force behind his final standing - 6th among all RBs in rushing EPA - as the team unleashed him from Week 13 onward. He was the RB11 in half-point scoring points per game averaging 17.8 carries and 96 rushing yards per game. Allgeier out-touched 32-year-old Cordarrelle Patterson 95 to 57 over the last 5 games. Entering Year 2, Allgeier should be the favorite to lead the Falcons' backfield.

Tyler Allgeier rushed 20 times for 83 yards and one touchdown in Atlanta's Week 17 victory versus Arizona. He additionally caught his lone target for 12 yards.

Fantasy Impact

Allgeier came up just short of a third consecutive 100-yard outing, but once again delivered for fantasy owners this week. His 20 carries accounted for a new season-high, and he recorded his fourth touchdown of his rookie season early in the second frame. He continued to significantly out-carry Cordarrelle Patterson, though Patterson was also able to produce a solid fantasy performance by notching a score on the ground and being actively involved in the passing game. Allgeier should see another full workload in the season finale versus Tampa Bay, where he warrants RB2 consideration for fantasy purposes.