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Josh Jacobs

RB · #25

GB · RB · Age 28

◆FLEX

Josh Jacobs' recent performance, with a carry share as high as 76.9% in his last game, signals he's the primary back for Green Bay despite trending volatility and an uncertain suspension status.

Role & volume
Jacobs has seen significant rushing volume over the past four games, with a carry share as high as 76.9% in Week 14, indicating he's the lead back for Green Bay.
Projected role
Despite his recent performance, Jacobs is listed as out due to suspension concerns, which limits his projected usage and reliability for Week 19.
Range (floor–ceiling)
Given his current status as RB16 on our value board, Jacobs' floor remains low with a recent game scoring just 1.3 PPR points, while his ceiling is capped by potential suspension and inconsistent usage.
Intel may be outdated · updated 7 days ago
Current statusGB
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Our read vs. the market

Beta
Fairly priced — we're in line with the marketIn line
Why
Strong usage productionStrong carry shareAge 28 · veteran
Our view vs Market↑ 7 pts above market
Our view
79
Market
72
High draft pedigreeProducing above valueElite carry share

Our own read · beta — not a trade price.

Risk & Opportunity Analysis (3 flags)

Risk Flags

2
  • Depth Chart Displacement

    A healthy MarShawn Lloyd has taken over the every-down role in Jacobs's absence, with Chris Brooks and Kaleb Johnson also getting reps ahead of him on the current depth chart, raising the risk that Lloyd entrenches as the lead back even after any reinstatement.

  • Target Volume

    Even during his 2025 workhorse stretch his target share sat around 10% and was trending down (WOPR 0.14), so he offers little receiving-game floor if he returns into a timeshare rather than a bell-cow role.

Opportunity Flags

1
  • Organizational Support

    General manager Brian Gutekunst has publicly said he expects Jacobs to play for Green Bay at some point in 2026, signaling the organization still views him as part of the plan rather than moving on.

Format Comparison

Josh Jacobs — Format Comparison

FormatValuevs Best
PPR 1QBBest2,770—
PPR SF2,320-450