Lorenzo Taliaferro (RB, BAL) - Waiver Wire Pickups

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ANALYSIS: It’s clear that the Ravens won’t be using Justin Forsett in goal line opportunities this year, as Bernard Pierce stole touchdowns in week’s 6 and 7, while Taliaferro stole two this week.  With Pierce being hugely ineffective, Lorenzo Taliaferro got his shot and delivered big time in week 8, rushing 7 times for 27 yards and two touchdowns. He also lead the team in receiving.  Tallaferro is a big bodied power back with decent speed, which makes a nice compliment to Forsett’s undersized but highly skilled package. The Ravens have shown faith in Zo in the past, and they are clearly done with the Pierce era.  Taliaferro is a solid bet for 8-10 carries a week and a goal line vulture opportunity, so while he’d be a gamble of a flex play, he’s a great stash to hold onto in case Forsett can’t play at this high of a level for the entire season.