Frank Gore (RB, MIA) - Week 6 Waiver Wire Pickups

BALLER MOVE: Add in 12 Team Leagues

OWNED IN: 10% of Leagues

ANALYSIS: It is unusual to advocate adding a 35-year old back who has already accumulated 3,273 carries during his 14-year career. Particularly when his 24-year old teammate appears fully capable of thriving as a feature back if he is presented with the opportunity. However, Miami head coach Adam Gase has been committed to utilizing running back Frank Gore with enough frequency to warrant considering him as a roster option, while Kenyan Drake has been relegated to a complimentary role.

Gore averaged eight attempts per game in Weeks 1-3, but has been entrusted with 23 carries during Miami’s last two contests, while accruing 63 yards (5.3 YPC) in Week 5. Gore has now carried 47 times throughout the season, compared to 39 for Drake, which has been an exasperating experience for Drake owners who deployed an early-round pick on what appeared to be Miami's most proficient back. But there is no indication that Gore's role will diminish any time soon, which elevates him into consideration for owners who need to locate a flex option.