Cameron Artis-Payne (RB, CAR) - Waiver Wire Analysis

This may be a pick that even I look back at and try to figure out what I was thinking. But, as of the time I am writing this article, starting RB Jonathan Stewart and power back Mike Tolbert are yet to practice this week. This leaves the backfield to the rookie Artis-Payne and journeyman Fozzy Whitaker. Given their skill sets, Artis-Payne should see the early-down work if Stewart and Tolbert are both to sit against the leaky defense of the Tampa Bay Bucs.

While his sample size is small three games into his career, the ability is there. He had a strong career at the University of Auburn and produce roughly 4.5 yards per carry in the preseason. So far this season, he only has played on seven snaps, but he did receive three carries last week once Stewart left the game.

This may not be the flashiest of picks, nor turn into the best pick up of the week, but it is certainly a player to consider, especially in the deepest of leagues. A decent amount of yards and a rushing TD may be the ceiling, regardless if Stewart plays or not.

Prediction: 8 carries, 35 rushing yards, 1 rushing touchdown