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Add Polk To List Of True Fantasy Handcuffs
According to Pro Football Focus' Mike Clay, "Chris Polk is playing a lot more often than you realize."
After missing Weeks 1-7, the third-year, injury-plagued back is up to 78 snaps in six games this season. That may not seem like a ton, but it's allowed him 37 carries in an offense that also features LeSean McCoy (125 carries during the span) and Darren Sproles (13).
Clay conceded that Polk's 3.5 yards per carry leaves plenty to be desired, but he has looked better on tape and that's reflected in the 2.6 yards per carry he's averaging after contact.
Clay summed up: "Polk looks the part, has size (5-11, 222 pounds) and is McCoy's primary handcuff in a terrific offense. He's one of the top handcuffs in fantasy, but is not owned in most leagues."