The latest fantasy football recap delves into the evolving backfield dynamics in Miami and the tight end shakeup in Los Angeles. Discover how these changes impact your fantasy lineup decisions and uncover valuable insights to gain an edge in your league.

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Raheem Mostert's Diminished Role in Miami

The Miami Dolphins have made a significant shift in their backfield usage, relegating veteran running back Raheem Mostert to a third-down role. Last season, Mostert and De'Von Achane were among the top-performing running backs in the league, but this year, the dynamic has changed.Mostert started the season as the Dolphins' lead back, but an early-season injury forced him to miss several games. Upon his return, Achane emerged as the clear starter, with Mostert seeing limited snaps on early downs. In Weeks 7 and 8, Mostert was still getting 14-16 offensive snaps, but this week, he was used exclusively on third downs.The Dolphins' decision to minimize Mostert's role in favor of Achane and Jaylen Wright suggests a shift in their offensive strategy. While Mostert is the better pass-blocker, Achane's superior receiving abilities have made him the preferred option on early downs. Additionally, Wright has graded as the best runner of the trio, which could lead to increased opportunities for him going forward.For fantasy managers, this development means it's time to consider dropping Mostert in redraft leagues. His reduced role and limited scoring potential make him a less viable option, especially with the Dolphins facing a challenging schedule for running backs starting in Week 14. Achane, on the other hand, has solidified his status as a must-start player, and Wright could be a valuable speculative waiver wire addition if he sees an uptick in touches.

Rams' Tight End Transition: Davis Allen Takes Over

The Los Angeles Rams have made a significant change at the tight end position, with Davis Allen emerging as the team's new top option. Colby Parkinson, who began the season as the Rams' lead tight end, has been gradually phased out of the offense.Over the past few weeks, Parkinson's playing time has steadily decreased, with Allen taking on a larger role. In Week 8, Parkinson's snap share in 11-personnel sets dropped from 61% in the first half to just 12% in the second half, as Allen saw more opportunities.This week, Allen was the Rams' clear starting tight end, with Parkinson taking only a few snaps to give Allen a breather. Allen caught four passes for 21 yards, solidifying his position as the team's primary tight end.It's worth noting that Tyler Higbee, the Rams' previous starting tight end, is reportedly "ahead of schedule" in his recovery from a torn ACL and MCL suffered in January. However, the Rams have not provided a clear timeline for Higbee's return, and with the team facing a challenging schedule for tight ends in the coming weeks, neither Allen nor Higbee are likely to be viable fantasy options.For fantasy managers, the Rams' tight end situation is one to monitor, but it's generally advisable to avoid investing heavily in this position, as the team's passing game has been relatively low-volume for the tight end position. Parkinson can be safely dropped in most redraft leagues, while Allen and Higbee can be left on the waiver wire for now.

Injury Updates and Roster Moves

In other news, the Dolphins activated River Cracraft from injured reserve, leading to Dee Eskridge being a healthy inactive. However, Malik Washington and Odell Beckham Jr. remained the third and fourth wide receivers on the depth chart, despite Cracraft's return.Tyreek Hill was listed as questionable with a wrist injury, but he ultimately received his normal snap share and was used primarily as a runner and target on short passes.Alec Ingold, the Dolphins' starting fullback, was inactive due to a calf injury. This led to all three of the team's primary tight ends lining up as a fullback at least once in the game.These roster moves and injury updates provide valuable context for fantasy managers, as they can impact the usage and production of key players on both the Dolphins and Rams. Staying informed on these developments can help you make more informed lineup decisions and stay ahead of the competition.