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2019 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@MIN
Loss, 12-28
---19-312----14.10
2PHI
Win, 24-20
---22-342-----9.40
3@IND
Loss, 24-27
---88-37-----12.50
4TEN
Loss, 10-24
---28-872-----18.00
5@HOU
Loss, 32-53
---30-5401----18.00
6@ARI
Loss, 33-34
---88-3302----26.80
7LA
Loss, 10-37
---19-26-----4.50
8SEA
Loss, 20-27
---39-863----116.20
9Bye  ------------0.00
10@NO
Win, 26-9
---38-310-----7.80
11@CAR
Win, 29-3
------------0.00
12TB
Loss, 22-35
------------0.00
13NO
Loss, 18-26
---51-413-----10.40
14CAR
Win, 40-20
---841410-----19.40
15@SF
Win, 29-22
---39-216-----7.50
16JAX
Win, 24-12
---5319741----33.70
17@TB
Win, 28-22
---58-215-----9.30
2019 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@MIN,
L 12-28
19-12-14.10
2PHI,
W 24-20
22-42--9.40
3@IND,
L 24-27
88-7--12.50
4TEN,
L 10-24
28-72--18.00
5@HOU,
L 32-53
30-401-18.00
6@ARI,
L 33-34
88-302-26.80
7LA,
L 10-37
19-6--4.50
8SEA,
L 20-27
39-63-116.20
9Bye-----0.00
10@NO,
W 26-9
38-10--7.80
11@CAR,
W 29-3
-----0.00
12TB,
L 22-35
-----0.00
13NO,
L 18-26
51-13--10.40
14CAR,
W 40-20
84110--19.40
15@SF,
W 29-22
39-16--7.50
16JAX,
W 24-12
531741-33.70
17@TB,
W 28-22
58-15--9.30
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  • Rushing inefficiency reduces value

    Freeman ran for 58 yards on 18 carries and hauled in two of four targets for 15 receiving yards during Sunday's 28-22 overtime win against Tampa Bay.

    Analysis: Dating back to the start of the 2018 campaign, Freeman has produced nowhere near the rushing totals he established over his first three years as Atlanta's starting running back. In 16 appearances over the past two seasons, Freeman has averaged just 3.9 yards per carry with two total rushing scores, while his per-season averages between 2015 and 2017 were 4.4 yards per attempt and 9.7 rushing touchdowns per season. Though his rushing efficiency took a significant dip in 2019, Freeman's receiving…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 29 at 2:56pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Chalks up two first-quarter TDs

    Freeman ran for 53 yards and a touchdown on 13 carries and caught nine of 11 targets for 74 yards and a receiving touchdown during Sunday's 24-12 win against the Jaguars.

    Analysis: It was a heroic performance by Freeman for those who started the 27-year-old back in fantasy playoff matchups, as he got off to a blazing hot start by chalking up two TDs, three receptions and 24 scrimmage yards within the first 5:32 of regulation. Freeman has been a high-floor contributor by virtue of his pass-catching acumen, as he has multiple receptions in every single one of his appearances this season, as well as an average of 30.4 receiving yards per contest. A Week 17 matchup against…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 22 at 2:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held in check by 49ers

    Freeman logged 39 rushing yards on 12 carries and caught two of three targets for 16 receiving yards during Sunday's 29-22 win against San Francisco.

    Analysis: Fantasy GMs with vested interest in Freeman benefited from his Week 14 rushing touchdown and ability to make consistent contributions as a pass catcher, but neither category was present Week 15 against the 49ers. Freeman was held under 3.9 yards per carry for the fifth time in his past sixth appearances, while his two catches tied a season low. Though he has garnered double-digit carries in all but two appearances thus far in 2019, Freeman possesses just one rushing TD heading into a Week 16…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 7:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Cleared to play

    Freeman (knee) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game at San Francisco, Jennifer Lee Chan of NBC Sports Bay Area reports.

    Analysis: Freeman was held out of practice Wednesday but made it back as a limited participant Thursday. With no indication the knee injury is significant, he should be fine to handle his regular workload against a banged-up 49ers defense. Freeman played 66 and 65 percent of snaps the past two weeks, with exactly 17 carries and four catches in both games.

    Published: Fri, Dec 13 at 2:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Returns to practice

    Freeman (knee) returned to practice Thursday as a limited participant, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: The return to practice, even in a limited capacity, puts Freeman on track to play in Sunday's game at San Francisco. The matchups is far from optimal, but Freeman at least appears to have a steady workload, coming off back-to-back games with exactly 17 carries and four receptions.

    Published: Thu, Dec 12 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Nursing knee injury

    Freeman was a non-participant in Wednesday's practice due to a knee injury, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Freeman carried 17 times for 84 yards and recorded his first rushing touchdown of the season in Sunday's win over the Panthers, but apparently picked up an injury along the way. The severity of the veteran running back's knee issue isn't known, but he'll at least need to resume practicing on a limited basis Thursday and/or Friday to have any shot at playing in San Francisco this weekend.

    Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 1:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not on field Wednesday

    Freeman wasn't present at practice Wednesday, Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Freeman sat out Weeks 11 and 12 due to a sprained foot but has reclaimed his usual workload over the last two games, earning 21 touches on both occasions. Overall, he racked up 158 yards from scrimmage and one touchdown during that stretch. The reason for Freeman's absence is unclear, but it'll be revealed when the Falcons post their first Week 15 injury report later Wednesday.

    Published: Wed, Dec 11 at 11:40am by Rotowire.com
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  • Efficient rusher during Week 14 win

    Freeman ran for 84 yards and a touchdown on 17 carries and caught all four of his targets for 10 receiving yards during Sunday's 40-20 win against the Panthers.

    Analysis: The 27-year-old back entered Week 14 amidst an anemic stretch as a rusher, managing fewer than 3.9 yards per carry in six of his past seven outings coming into Sunday, and 3.4 yards per rush overall on the season. A matchup against Carolina's porous rush defense provided a breakout opportunity for Freeman, and he took full advantage by gaining six-plus yards on better than a third of his carries, while logging his first rushing TD of 2019 on a 13-yard scamper during Atlanta's opening offensive…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 8 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles on ground persist

    Freeman ran for 51 yards on 17 carries and caught four of five targets for 13 receiving yards during Thursday's 26-18 loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: The two-time Pro Bowl back has been subpar as a rusher thus far in 2019, now standing at 3.4 yards per carry on the season after his effort Thanksgiving night against New Orleans' top-five rush defense. Receiving production has salvaged fantasy utility for Freeman to some extent, but he's only eclipsed 40 rushing yards twice all year running behind a banged-up Falcons offensive line. Freeman is now afforded nine days to continue to bounce back from a sprained foot that previously sidelined him,…read more

    Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 9:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready to face Saints

    Coach Dan Quinn said Freeman (foot) looks great and will be ready for Thursday's game against the Saints, William McFadden of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Listed as a limited practice participant Monday and a full participant Tuesday, the 27-year-old running back is set to reclaim his lead role. Freeman suffered the foot injury during a Nov. 10 matchup with the same Saints team he'll face Thursday, finishing with 10 carries for 38 yards and three catches for an additional 10 yards in that contest. The Saints have done a number on opposing backs all season, allowing a league-low 680 rushing yards and the fourth-fewest fantasy points (13.5 per…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 27 at 10:19am by Rotowire.com
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  • Practices without limitations

    Freeman (foot) was a full participant in Tuesday's practice, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: This is Freeman's first full-speed practice since suffering a foot sprain Nov. 10, and he's on track to suit up Thursday against the Saints. Brian Hill was unproductive in Freeman's stead with 1.8 yards per carry, while rookie Qadree Ollison wasn't much better with a 2.6 mark. Thus, barring a "pitch count" for Freeman, he should lead Atlanta's backfield against a strong Saints run defense.

    Published: Tue, Nov 26 at 1:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • On practice field Tuesday

    Freeman (foot) participated in the part of Tuesday's practice open to the media, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Freeman was listed as limited on the Falcons' estimated injury report Monday, so it'll be interesting to see if he maintains that activity level or elevates to full participant. In any case, he's putting himself in position to return from a two-game absence.

    Published: Tue, Nov 26 at 11:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Expected to go through walk-through

    Freeman (foot) is expected to take part in Monday's walk-through practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: After Sunday's 35-22 loss to the Buccaneers, the Falcons will face a quick turnaround for Week 13, taking on the Saints in a Thanksgiving Day game. For that reason, Atlanta isn't likely to hold any rigorous practice sessions, which will make it difficult to gauge Freeman's health ahead of Thursday's game even if he ends up being listed as a limited participant on what will likely be three estimated reports this week. The fact that the team hasn't officially ruled Freeman out for Week 13 at…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 8:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • Out at least one more week

    Freeman (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Tampa Bay, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Still unable to practice, Freeman will miss a second straight game and won't necessarily be back for Week 13. Brian Hill led the Atlanta backfield with 15 carries and 60 percent of the offensive snaps in last week's win over Carolina, but Qadree Ollison and Kenjon Barner also got some playing time.

    Published: Fri, Nov 22 at 9:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not spotted Friday

    Freeman (foot) was not spotted at Friday's practice, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Freeman has not practiced all week, which does not bode well for his chances of playing in Week 12. The Falcons will reveal whether or not Freeman has any chance to take the field when they release their final injury report of the week.

    Published: Fri, Nov 22 at 8:14am by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Thursday

    Freeman (foot) didn't practice Thursday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Freeman has made negligible progress through a sprained foot, putting him in danger of missing a second game in a row. Friday's injury report may provide the final word on Freeman's availability, but the Falcons could be forced to roll with Brian Hill, Kenjon Barner and Qadree Ollison out of the backfield Sunday versus the Bucs.

    Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 1:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not practicing Thursday

    Freeman (foot) wasn't practicing in the part of Thursday's session open to the media, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Freeman appears to be kicking off Week 12 prep with back-to-back DNPs, which won't be known until the Falcons post Thursday's injury report. Coach Dan Quinn told McClure on Monday that Freeman may be able to practice Thursday or Friday, so the running back is running out of time to prove the health of his sprained foot.

    Published: Thu, Nov 21 at 11:23am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sits out Wednesday's practice

    Freeman (foot) didn't participate in practice Wednesday, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: As coach Dan Quinn predicted, Freeman didn't step on the practice field Wednesday, but there's a chance the running back gets out there Thursday and/or Friday. Consequently, the Falcons' two remaining practice reports of Week 12 will give an indication of whether or not his recovery from a sprained foot extends into Sunday's game against the Buccaneers.

    Published: Wed, Nov 20 at 1:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Not slated to practice Wednesday

    Coach Dan Quinn said that Freeman (foot) won't participate Wednesday in the Falcons' first practice of Week 12, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Quinn wouldn't rule Freeman out from practicing Thursday and/or Friday, however, keeping hope alive for the running back to return from a one-game absence to play Sunday against the Buccaneers. While Freeman's sprained foot kept him from playing in the Falcons' Week 11 win over the Panthers, Brian Hill was thrust into the lead role out of the backfield but failed to capitalize on the opportunity, carrying 15 times for 30 yards and bringing in one of three targets for an eight-yard gain.

    Published: Mon, Nov 18 at 12:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't play Sunday

    Freeman (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game in Carolina, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: A report at the beginning of the week suggested Freeman was likely to miss a couple games due to a foot sprain. He doesn't appear to have practiced in any capacity this week, so a return for the Falcons' subsequent game Nov. 24 against the Bucs could be a challenge. Brian Hill is expected to lead the Atlanta backfield versus the Panthers, though coach Dan Quinn mentioned that Qadree Ollison would also have a role, per McClure. Additionally, the team could hand some work to scatback Kenjon…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 9:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not spotted Friday

    Freeman (foot) wasn't spotted at Friday's practice, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: It's possible Freeman could get some work in behind the scenes Friday, but it's more likely he will be held out of practice for the third day in a row. Freeman hasn't officially been ruled out for Week 11 just yet, though his chances of playing appear slim at this stage. Brian Hill looks in line to serve as the Falcons' lead back Sunday against the Panthers.

    Published: Fri, Nov 15 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • No practice Thursday

    Freeman (foot) didn't practice Thursday, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: With a sprained foot in tow, Freeman has been unable to do any on-field work this week, which isn't a shock considering he's expected to be sidelined for roughly two weeks as a result of the injury. Once the Falcons rule Freeman out for Sunday's game at Carolina, the backfield officially will be the domain of Brian Hill, with Kenjon Barner and Qadree Ollison in reserve.

    Published: Thu, Nov 14 at 11:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't practice Wednesday

    Freeman (foot) will be held out of Wednesday's practice, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: Freeman's lack of participation doesn't come as much of a surprise, given that he's in danger of missing roughly two weeks due to a sprained foot. Per Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com, coach Dan Quinn called Freeman a "long shot" for Sunday's contest against the Panthers but hasn't yet ruled him out, though the veteran seems unlikely to suit up before Week 12 at the earliest. Brian Hill is the favorite to take the reins in Atlanta's backfield as long as Freeman is unable to go, making Kenjon Barner…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 13 at 9:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely out two weeks

    Freeman may miss approximately two weeks due to a sprained foot, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: The Falcons haven't outright ruled Freeman out for any game action, but he seems unlikely to suit up Sunday at Carolina and potentially Week 12 against the Buccaneers as well following an MRI on his foot. With Ito Smith (concussion) on injured reserve, Brian Hill is set to lead the Falcons' backfield while Kenjon Barner and Qadree Ollison also could have roles.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 4:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Slated to undergo MRI

    Freeman is scheduled to have an MRI on Monday to determine the extent of the foot sprain he suffered in Sunday's win over the Saints, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: For now, Freeman's status for Week 11's game against the Panthers is cloudy, but if he's limited or out for the contest, Brian Hill -- who carried 20 times for 61 yards and hauled in a 10-yard passing TD in relief of Freeman in Week 10 -- would be in line for an expanded role in the Falcons attack.

    Published: Mon, Nov 11 at 7:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Ruled out with ankle issue

    Freeman won't return to Sunday's contest in New Orleans due to an ankle injury, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: What was earlier reported as a foot issue is instead affecting Freeman's ankle. In any case, with Freeman and Ito Smith (neck, IR) out of commission, Brian Hill is leading the Falcons' backfield. Meanwhile, Kenjon Barner and rookie Qadree Ollison are in reserve.

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Picks up foot injury

    Freeman suffered a foot injury during Sunday's contest at New Orleans, Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Prior to his departure, Freeman amassed 10 carries for 38 yards and three catches (on four targets) for 10 yards. With No. 2 running back Ito Smith (neck) landing on IR in advance of this game, the Falcons have been whittled down to three healthy RBs (Brian Hill, Kenjon Barner and Qadree Ollison).

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 11:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Discussed before deadline

    Freeman was heavily discussed in trade talks between the Falcons and Lions before Tuesday's deadline, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Freeman is in the second season of a five-year, $41.25 million extension, playing for a team that has no realistic chance to make the playoffs. He's on pace for a 70-544-6 receiving line, but he already has fumbled three times (losing two) and is averaging a career-worst 3.4 yards per carry. It isn't entirely clear that Freeman has a future in Atlanta beyond 2019, though the failure to complete a trade might be taken as a hint in that direction. Either way, he should retain his lead role in the…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 30 at 9:09am by Rotowire.com
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  • Elite receiving production persists

    Freeman ran for 39 yards on 13 carries and caught all eight of his targets for 63 receiving yards during Sunday's 27-20 loss to the Seahawks. He also lost a fourth-quarter fumble that led to a Seattle field goal.

    Analysis: Atlanta's patchwork offensive line has proven incapable of opening up running lanes, as Freeman has averaged 3.0 yards per carry or worse in six of his eight outings thus far in 2019. What has salvaged a lucrative fantasy year to this point for Freeman is substantial involvement in the passing game, as the 27-year-old back has amassed an incredible 26 receptions for 211 yards and three touchdowns since Week 4. Now the veteran Freeman will be afforded a week of rest, before the Falcons return to…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 2:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No suspension expected

    Freeman isn't expected to face a suspension after he was ejected in the third quarter of the Falcons' Week 7 loss to the Rams for punching Los Angeles' Aaron Donald, D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: While meeting with the media Monday, Freeman expressed regrets for his actions and said he wished he had exercised better judgment when he grabbed Donald by the facemask and threw a punch. Freeman's remorse for the incident in addition to the fact that he doesn't have a prior track record of flagrant on-field conduct likely means he won't be subjected to any further punishment from the NFL other than perhaps a small fine.

    Published: Thu, Oct 24 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ineffective prior to ejection

    Freeman ran for 19 yards on seven carries and caught two of three targets for six receiving yards, prior to being ejected for throwing a punch on Aaron Donald during Sunday's 37-10 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: An early exit led to Freeman being held to single-digit carries for just the second time this year, but irrespective of workload, the former Pro Bowl back continues to be largely inefficient as a rusher. He entered Week 7 with a 3.6 yards-per-carry average on the season, and Sunday, he was held to fewer than 2.8 yards per rush for the fifth time over his past seven appearances. Ito Smith suffered a head and neck injury in the first quarter and likely will be unavailable for the upcoming Week 8…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Kicked out of Sunday's game

    Freeman was ejected during Sunday's 37-10 loss to the Rams, Jason Butt of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Freeman got in a dust-up with defensive lineman Aaron Donald in the second half, throwing a punch during the scuffle. The officiating staff promptly kicked Freeman out of the game, and it remains to be seen if the NFL will levy a punishment. The Falcons lost Ito Smith to a head and neck injury earlier in the contest, so the backfield could be whittled down to Brian Hill, Kenjon Barner and Qadree Ollison next Sunday against the Seahawks.

    Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two receiving scores in Week 6 loss

    Freeman ran for 88 yards on 19 carries and caught all three of his targets for 30 yards and two touchdowns during Sunday's 34-33 loss to Arizona.

    Analysis: The 27-year-old back has been coming on after a slow start to the season, accumulating an average output of 95.8 scrimmage yards over his past four outings, compared to 47.5 yards per game between Weeks 1 and 2. His pass-catching upside has gone through the roof, as Freeman now has 16 catches for 142 yards over Atlanta's past three games. He also has three receiving scores during that span, more than he had over his preceding 33 regular-season outings combined. In Week 7, Freeman will be facing…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 13 at 5:29pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Another lucrative pass-catching day

    Freeman ran for 30 yards on 11 carries and hauled in all five of his targets for 40 receiving yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 53-32 loss to the Texans.

    Analysis: Freeman just hasn't been able to find many running lines behind this banged-up Falcons' offensive line, logging 2.7 yards per carry or worse in four of five outings to begin the 2019 season. His involvement as a pass catcher out of the backfield has been bailing out fantasy GMs of late: The 27-year-old back has logged a combined 13 catches for 102 yards against the Titans and Texans over the past two weeks. Upcoming next is a matchup against a Cardinals defense that allowed 4.9 yards per carry,…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 5:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Huge day in passing game

    Freeman ran for just 28 yards on 12 carries, but hauled in eight of his nine targets for 72 receiving yards during Sunday's 24-10 loss to Tennessee.

    Analysis: With a stagnant rushing output against the formidable Titans front seven in Week 4, Freeman has now been held to fewer than 2.5 yards per rush in three of Atlanta's four outings this year. His receiving production salvaged a lucrative fantasy outing in Week 4, however, as Freeman logged the fourth-highest receiving output of his six-year NFL career. In Week 5, he will have a challenge getting things going on the ground, going up against a Texans defense that contained Christian McCaffrey to…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 2:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bounces back with solid Week 3

    Freeman ran for 88 yards on 16 carries and caught three of four targets for an output of seven receiving yards during Sunday's 27-24 loss to Indianapolis.

    Analysis: Freeman finally produced in Week 3 after head coach Dan Quinn alleviated concerns about his health this week, confirming that the veteran back is fully recovered from last year's knee and groin injuries but "just (hadn't) gotten going yet." After rushing for a mere 2.2 yards per carry through the first two weeks of the season, Freeman picked up 5.5 yards per run Sunday against the Colts -- including a 28-yard scamper, his longest since 2017. In Week 4, Freeman and the Falcons' backfield will…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 2:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Health confirmed by coach

    Coach Dan Quinn said Wednesday that Freeman is fully healthy but "just hasn't gotten going yet," Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Freeman has recorded 19 carries for just 41 yards (2.2 YPC) without a touchdown across two contests to begin the 2019 season. It's somewhat encouraging that Freeman's struggles on the ground don't appear related to last year's lower-body injury, which limited him to just two contests, but the veteran running back could be facing pressure to increase his production efficiency in order to continue receiving the lion's share of carries in Atlanta. Backup Ito Smith is averaging five carries per…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 18 at 9:57am by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet on ground again

    Freeman carried the ball 11 times for 22 yards, adding 42 receiving yards on three catches (four targets).

    Analysis: Freeman's efforts as a receiver barely salvaged what would have been an abysmal effort on the ground. The 27-year-old isn't old by running back standards yet, but he is coming off a serious lower-body injury that limited the back to just two contests in 2018. Freeman is still seeing the lion's share of carries, so there is hope he can break out against a Colts defense that has been gashed on the ground through the first two weeks of the season.

    Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 11:03pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Held in check

    Freeman carried the ball eight times for 19 yards in Week 1 against the Vikings. He also added three receptions on four targets for 12 yards.

    Analysis: Freeman was unable to get anything going on the ground, as his longest rush went for just five yards. The Falcons fell behind quickly, leading to them largely abandoning the run and somewhat excusing Freeman's down performance. More concerning, however, was the fact that Ito Smith nearly split carries evenly with Freeman after he coughed up a fumble early in the game, as Smith racked up six carries as opposed to Freeman's eight. Still, given the positive reviews Freeman had drawn throughout the…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 3:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes brief appearance

    Freeman carried the ball two times for three yards in Thursday's preseason contest against Washington. He also hauled in his only target for a six-yard reception.

    Analysis: Freeman was on the field for only the Falcons' first offensive possession. His most impressive run came on the initial play of the game, which would have gone for nine yards if not for a holding penalty that nullified the gain. Most importantly, Freeman has remained healthy throughout the preseason, and will enter the regular season as the team's primary back.

    Published: Thu, Aug 22 at 8:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looking better than ever

    Coach Dan Quinn said Freeman has come back stronger from last year's groin injury, showing improved explosion in his cuts, Jason Butt of The Athletic reports. "[Freeman]'s had an outstanding offseason," Quinn said. "The energy he brought back, starting with OTAs, he's a stronger man than what he was prior to his injury."

    Analysis: Held back by a slew of injuries the past two seasons, Freeman returned healthy for the start of the offseason program and has remained that way throughout training camp. The Falcons rested him for their first two preseason games, leaving extra reps for the slew of players competing for backup work -- namely Ito Smith, Brian Hill and Qadree Ollison. None of the bunch poses a real threat to Freeman's starting job, but recent history suggests there's room for a second player to get regular touches…read more

    Published: Tue, Aug 13 at 8:27am by Rotowire.com
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  • Sitting again Thursday

    Freeman will be held out of Thursday's preseason contest at Miami, Matthew Tabeek of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Freeman has been injury-prone the past two seasons, missing 16 combined games, so it's not a shock coach Dan Quinn is keeping him on the sidelines. The Falcons' No. 1 running back will thus yield reps to Ito Smith, Qadree Ollison, Brian Hill, Kenjon Barner and Tony Brooks-James in the second of the team's five exhibitions.

    Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 3:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Uncontested No. 1 back for Atlanta

    Head coach Dan Quinn confirmed Sunday that Freeman is the unquestioned starting running back, while a contingent of Ito Smith, Brian Hill and Qadree Ollison battles for the No. 2 role behind him, Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: No surprise here. Quinn is making a statement that there exists a clear divide in the Atlanta backfield -- it's Freeman, and then everyone else. Concern with Freeman is all about durability, as the two-time Pro Bowler has missed 16 games the past two years after sitting out just one game during his first three professional seasons. Freeman is a force to be reckoned with when healthy, as illustrated by his output of 3,175 yards from scrimmage and 27 total touchdowns in 31 games between 2015 and…read more

    Published: Sun, Aug 4 at 12:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely sitting Thursday

    Freeman isn't expected to play in Thursday's Hall of Fame Game versus the Broncos, Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: The Falcons are facing a five-game exhibition slate instead of the typical quartet, so it's not a shock that players with guaranteed gigs are getting the night off, perhaps the first of many for a player like Freeman during the preseason. With Freeman likely in street clothes, the backfield will be the domain of second-year pro Ito Smith and 2019 fifth-round pick Qadree Ollison out of the gate.

    Published: Thu, Aug 1 at 4:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Looking good during offseason

    Coach Dan Quinn said Freeman looks like his old self again, Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official website reports. "He was another one who had so much to prove and to get back out on the field and to recapture his energy and style so quickly," Quinn said. "I was very happy to see that. He looks so much like himself."

    Analysis: Entering Year 2 of a five-year, $41.25 million extension, Freeman returned from season-ending groin surgery to participate in OTAs and June minicamp. Between the contract and Tevin Coleman's departure for San Francisco, the Falcons have every incentive to reinstall Freeman as a heavily featured part of their offense. He's only 27 years old and will be running behind an offensive line that added two first-round picks during the draft, but his prime setup won't matter if Freeman can't stay…read more

    Published: Sun, Jun 23 at 6:11am by Rotowire.com
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  • Healthy for OTAs

    Freeman is participating in OTAs, Kelsey Conway of the Falcons' official site reports.

    Analysis: Freeman -- who dealt with various injury issues last season -- couldn't quite make it back from injured reserve in December, but he at least seems to have returned to full strength before the start of Atlanta's offseason program. The team brings back all its Week 1 starters from last season at the skill positions, while longtime backfield mate Tevin Coleman is now with the 49ers. Dirk Koetter is replacing Steve Sarkisian as the team's offensive coordinator, hoping to establish a better rushing…read more

    Published: Thu, May 23 at 2:48pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Full go for training camp

    Freeman will be "full go" for training camp in mid-July, D. Orlando Ledbetter of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.

    Analysis: This shouldn't come as much of a surprise, especially since Freeman did not require offseason knee surgery, as the Falcons let valuable backup Tevin Coleman go to the 49ers during the offseason without so much of a whimper. Still it's encouraging to hear that Freeman -- who was limited to two games in 2018 thanks to knee, foot and groin injuries -- will be able to carry the load behind an offensive line that should be improved thanks to two 2019 first-round picks.

    Published: Sat, May 11 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Retains No. 1 role

    Freeman (groin) is the Falcons' unquestioned No. 1 running back following the free-agent departure of Tevin Coleman, Tim Weaver of USA Today reports.

    Analysis: Freeman won't be able to replace Coleman's speed component, but as he returns from an injury-plagued season, the former is slated to retain a substantial share of the Falcons' backfield reps. Among Freeman's competition is 2018 fourth-round pick Ito Smith, who managed 467 yards from scrimmage and four touchdowns as Coleman's complement as a rookie. Beyond Smith, Brian Hill and Kenjon Barner round out the depth chart. As long as he avoids the injury bug in 2019, Freeman may draw a large workload…read more

    Published: Wed, Mar 27 at 11:30am by Rotowire.com
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  • Working for 2019 rebound

    Falcons owner Arthur Blank mentioned Freeman (groin), Matt Ryan and Julio Jones as franchise cornerstones to lead a 2019 rebound, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Limited to two games this past season, Freeman seemed to be making progress late in the year and might've had a shot to play if the Falcons had reached the playoffs. Alas, they fell out of the hunt around Week 14/15, removing any chance for the running back to return from injured reserve after he had groin surgery in mid-October. With Tevin Coleman expected to find a new home in free agency, Freeman is locked in for the lead role under new offensive coordinator Dirk Koetter, who held the same…read more

    Published: Tue, Jan 29 at 9:53am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't return in 2018

    Coach Dan Quinn confirmed Wednesday that Freeman (groin) wouldn't be activated from injured reserve ahead of either of the Falcons' final two games of 2018, Will McFadden of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: With the 5-9 Falcons officially eliminated from playoff contention, there wouldn't be much upside to bringing Freeman back from an extended absence after he required surgery in mid-October to address a core-muscle injury. Freeman, who had also been dealing with a foot injury prior to being shut down, will likely be back at full strength for OTAs and should have a clear path to reclaiming a leading role in 2019 with impending free agent Tevin Coleman unlikely to be retained. Coleman should at…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 19 at 7:29am by Rotowire.com
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  • Not expected to return

    Freeman (groin) isn't ready to practice and isn't expected to return this season, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: There was some talk about Freeman wanting to return for the final two weeks, but it never felt realistic once the Falcons were eliminated from playoff contention. With Ito Smith (knee) set to join Freeman on injured reserve, Tevin Coleman could be busy over the final two weeks of the season, presumably auditioning for the lead role in a different backfield for 2019. Coleman is in the final season of his rookie contract, while Freeman's five-year, $41.25 million extension runs through 2022. The…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 17 at 1:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Perhaps hoping to play Week 16

    Coach Dan Quinn said he gets the sense Freeman (groin) wants to return for Week 16 if he is deemed healthy enough to do so, Vaughn McClure of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Freeman has been back in Atlanta with his teammates since the first week of December, but it's hard to see how he could be cleared for Week 16 given that he still hasn't participated in practice. While a Week 17 appearance sounds somewhat more reasonable, there isn't much to be gained from subjecting a rusty veteran running back to live hits in a meaningless game. Freeman probably won't be tasked with a large workload if he does make it back this season.

    Published: Fri, Dec 14 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Return in 2018 not ruled out

    Coach Dan Quinn said Friday that Freeman (groin) remains a candidate to return from injured reserve this season, Jason Butt of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The Falcons placed Freeman on injured reserve back on Oct. 16 after it was revealed that he would require surgery to address a sports hernia. Freeman, who had been away from the team for much of the past two months while conducting his rehab in Philadelphia, is now back in Atlanta and is being evaluated on a week-to-week basis, per D. Orlando Ledbetter of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Freeman is eligible to return from IR ahead of Week 15, but with the running back having yet to resume…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 7 at 11:01am by Rotowire.com
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