Duke Johnson (RB, CLE) - Week 10 Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: The exodus of Carlos Hyde to Jacksonville did not send Johnson’s value skyrocketing to the same level that has been experienced by teammate Nick Chubb, nor did the departure of Hyde pave a path for Johnson to collect more touches in Weeks 7-8. But the collective removal of Hue Jackson and Todd Haley eviscerated the illogical offensive strategy that had relegated Johnson to a ridiculously low 5.25 touches per game average.

Instead, Johnson was entrusted with a season-best 10 touches in Week 9, which enabled him to generate 86 total yards. His production was almost completely manufactured as a receiver as he exploded for 78 yards and his first two touchdowns of the year.

While his previous lack of opportunities was indefensible, the same back who finished at RB11 in PPR leagues last season can now provide the Brown offense with a dynamic element to complement the rushing efforts of Chubb. He is also an outstanding roster addition, who can boost the scoring totals of his owners throughout the remainder of the year. If he's still available in your league, be sure to grab him off the waiver wire.