The Late-Round Fantasy Football Podcast 1078: Mailbag - Free Agent Running Backs, Slot Receivers, and More
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Jan 30, 2026 Quick takes on the Patriots backfield battle and which running backs could lose touches in the offseason. A deep dive into the most intriguing free-agent running back and surprising backfields to monitor. Discussion of rookie wide receiver value and why pure slot prospects may deserve a discount.
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Plan For A Continued Two-Back Split
- Expect New England to keep a meaningful split because the two complement each other stylistically.
- Plan for Stevenson to cut into Henderson's short-term value, especially in 2026.
Patriots Backfield Is Closer Than It Looks
- Travion Henderson and Ramondre Stevenson have similar season-long metrics despite recent Stevenson surge.
- Recency bias makes Stevenson look clearly superior, but data shows Henderson's EPA and success rate were competitive.
Track Etienne's Landing Spot Closely
- Watch where Etienne signs because team fit can turn him into a bell cow or expose limitations.
- Consider Basial Tootin in Jacksonville as a potential complementary or replacement piece.