Latavius Murray (RB, OAK) - Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: Have you guys noticed the pattern yet? When Latavius Murray does well, the Raiders win!  Obviously after the big game against the Chiefs in Week 12, he didn’t do much. That tends to happen when you end up with a concussion that keeps you out for a week. This past Sunday, Murray made it up to his owners by rushing 23 times for 76 yards. He also had two receptions for nine yards. 85 all-purpose yards isn’t bad at all for your “worst” game as a starter. Yes, I’m aware it’s only two games and Murray’s floor could probably be much worse, but he does have a ton of natural ability.

People looking to poke holes in my argument for Murray will say that he only rushed for 3.3 YPC, but the 49ers have a pretty stout run defense. You know who Murray faces next week? The same Chiefs he torched for that incredibly juicy 4-112-2 line back in Week 12. I’d feel pretty comfortable rolling with Murray as my RB2 or FLEX option next week.