CLE · RB · Age 26
Jaleel McLaughlin's recent release from DEN and subsequent signing with CLE marks a significant shift in his opportunity profile, but his trailing usage numbers suggest he remains a speculative FLEX play.
Our own read · beta — not a trade price.
Quinshon Judkins (second-round rookie capital) is entrenched as Cleveland's lead back and Raheim Sanders sits ahead of McLaughlin in the pecking order, capping his outlook at a change-of-pace/passing-down role even with an active-roster spot secured.
McLaughlin missed practice time in Denver during the 2025 season with a quad injury, adding some durability uncertainty to an already thin path to touches.
Backs who change teams empirically see meaningfully better floor outcomes than those who stay put, with no added volatility or bust risk — his move into a clearer complementary role fits that pattern rather than typical new-team uncertainty.
| Format | Value | vs Best |
|---|---|---|
| PPR 1QBBest | 826 | — |
| PPR SF | 670 | -156 |