AUDRIC ESTIME NEWS

Finishes rookie season in Denver Estime finished the 2024 season with 76 carries for 310 yards and two touchdowns while catching all five of his targets for 27 yards. He also committed two fumbles (one lost) acros...

Impact Estime was inactive for the Broncos wild-card loss to the Broncos, as Denver opted to go with a three-man running back rotation of Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin and Tyler Badie. The 21-year-old Estime was stuck in a committee in his rookie campaign, unable to separate himself as the go-to option in the Denver backfield. With that said, the Notre Dame product showed flashes in his limited opportunities throughout the season, so his continued development may help him to attain a more secure role in his sophomore campaign. Williams could be in a new locale in 2025, as the veteran is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason. His potential departure would leave Estime, McLaughlin and Badie competing to be Denver's lead back. It's also possible the Broncos could address the position in free agency or the 2025 NFL Draft.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Broncos RB Audric Estime inactive vs. Bills Denver Broncos rookie running back Audric Estime was inactive for the team’s AFC wild-card game against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday afternoo...

6 DAYS AGO • SACBEE.COM

Broncos RB Audric Estime inactive vs. Bills Denver Broncos rookie running back Audric Estime was inactive for the team’s AFC wild-card game against the Buffalo Bills on Sunday afternoo...

6 DAYS AGO • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Inactive for wild-card round Estime (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's AFC wild-card game against the Bills.

Impact Estime's inactive status comes as a bit of a surprise considering he recorded at least nine touches in each of the final three games of the regular season and has contributed on special teams. However, Estime will be the odd-man out of the Broncos' backfield due to Tyler Badie (back) returning from injured reserve. Denver will go with a three-man backfield of Jaleel McLaughlin, Javonte Williams and Badie for Sunday's playoff game.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Audric Estime player props odds, tips and betting trends for the Wild Card Playoff Round | Broncos vs. Bills Check out these betting insights before you place player prop wagers on Audric Estime for Sunday’s game, which starts at 1:00 PM ET on CBS....

JANUARY 11 • USATODAY.COM

Broncos Running Back Outlines Key to Upsetting Bills Audric Estime déclares that establishing the run game is the key to upsetting the Bills in the Wild Card round.

JANUARY 9 • KANSASCITY.COM

RB Audric Estime rushes for 1-yard touchdown | Broncos vs. Chiefs Running back Audric Estime finds the end zone to extend Denver's lead over Kansas City in the fourth quarter.

JANUARY 6 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Lots of work in garbage time Estime rushed the ball 12 times for 34 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 38-0 win over the Chiefs.

Impact Estime logged double-digit carries for the second time in his rookie season, though he arguably worked behind both Jaleel McLaughlin and Javonte Williams. Of Estime's 12 carries, 10 came in the fourth quarter with the Broncos up by at least four scores. Barring a similar game script -- which would come as a shock -- in Denver's wild-card round matchup against the Bills, Estime isn't likely to play a significant role in the offense.

JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Totals 37 yards Estime rushed the ball nine times for 24 yards in Saturday's 30-24 overtime loss to the Bengals. He added one reception on one target for 13 yards.

Impact Estime earned nine carries for the second consecutive week, finishing second narrowly behind Jaleel McLaughlin for touches out of the backfield. He had difficulty finding running room, as his longest rush went for just six yards and was held for two yards or fewer on four of his nine carries. While Estime seems to have established a role in the Denver offense, his fantasy appeal remains limited in the split backfield.

DECEMBER 29, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient as backfield leader Estime rushed nine times for 48 yards and a touchdown in the Broncos' 34-27 loss to the Chargers on Thursday night.

Impact Estime outpaced Javonte Williams and Blake Watson by five carries apiece, making him the leader of Denver's ground attack on the night. The rookie also recorded his first NFL touchdown on a three-yard run just before the midway point of the first quarter to cap off a 10-play, 72-yard drive and open the scoring on the night. Estime had recorded 16 rushing yards or less on six or fewer carries in four consecutive games heading into Thursday, and it remains to be seen if his efficient performance will keep him in the lead role for a favorable Week 17 road matchup against the Bengals on Saturday, Dec. 28.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

RB Audric Estime rushes for 3-yard touchdown | Broncos at Chargers Running back Audric Estime scores his first career touchdown to give the Broncos an early lead over the Chargers.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

WATCH: Broncos' Audric Estime runs in 1st NFL touchdown against Chargers Audric Estime has his first NFL touchdown.

DECEMBER 20, 2024 • DENVERPOST.COM

Audric Estime player props odds, tips and betting trends for Week 16 | Broncos vs. Chargers For Thursday’s game, which kicks off at 8:15 PM ET on Amazon Prime Video, oddsmakers have issued player props on Audric Estime. Estime and t...

DECEMBER 19, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Six touches in win Estime rushed five times for 13 yards while catching his lone target for five yards in Sunday's 31-13 win over the Colts.

Impact Estime had another unimpressive performance Sunday, though his six total touches were his most since Week 11. As the Denver backfield continues to be a full-blown committee, the rookie running back has seen limited opportunities to make much noise on offense. Estime played just 13 of the Broncos' 63 offensive snaps against the Colts, behind both Javonte Williams (34) and Jaleel McLaughlin (15). For fantasy purposes, the Notre Dame product is nothing more than a middling insurance policy in the event of injuries to either Williams or McLaughlin going forward. The Broncos visit the Chargers in Week 16.

DECEMBER 17, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three carries in Week 13 Estime rushed three times for 12 yards in Monday's 41-32 win over the Browns.

Impact Estime played just eight of the Broncos' 66 offensive snaps, behind teammates Javonte Williams (30) and Jaleel McLaughlin (24). With head coach Sean Payton allowing for a more fluid rotation in the Denver backfield from week to week, Estime appears to be the odd man out recently, handling just 12 total carries over the past three games. With such limited usage, Estime should remain off the fantasy radar going forward barring injuries to either Williams or McLaughlin. The Broncos will host the Colts on Dec. 15 when they return from their Week 14 bye.

DECEMBER 3, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three carries in Week 12 Estime rushed three times for 15 yards in Sunday's 29-19 win over the Raiders.

Impact Just two weeks after seemingly taking over as the Broncos' No. 1 running back, Estime has seen his usage diminish drastically since Week 10, now operating as Denver's third option out of the backfield. The rookie played just five of the Broncos' 68 offensive snaps, behind both Javonte Williams (38) and Jaleel McLaughlin (20). His eight percent snap share Sunday was a precipitous drop from the last two contests in which Estime handled snap shares of 45 percent and 22 percent in Weeks 10 and 11, respectively. Fantasy managers hoping to have found a late-season may need to come to terms with the fact that head coach Sean Payton will use the hot-hand approach with Denver's running back committee, limiting the 21-year-old Estime's weekly upside. Though he'll be difficult to trust in fantasy lineups, the Notre Dame product will have his next chance to get more involved in the offense when the Broncos host the Browns in Week 13.

NOVEMBER 25, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Platoons with Williams in Week 11 Estime rushed six times for 66 yards while catching all three of his targets for nine yards in Sunday's 38-6 win over the Falcons.

Impact Estime got three fewer carries than Javonte Williams after notching 14 carries to Williams' one in Week 10 against the Chiefs. The rookie fifth-round pick out of Notre Dame hadn't been targeted in any of his previous six NFL appearances, so it was encouraging to see Estime get involved in the passing game. A timeshare between Williams and Estime is likely moving forward, though Williams may still be in line for a slight edge in playing time against the Raiders in Week 12.

NOVEMBER 18, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Audric Estime player props odds, tips and betting trends for Week 11 | Broncos vs. Falcons Ahead of Sunday’s 4:05 PM ET game airing live on FOX, sportsbooks have listed player prop bets for Audric Estime. This Week 11 matchup featu...

NOVEMBER 17, 2024 • USATODAY.COM

Mile High Morning: RB Audric Estime 'grew up' in Week 10, Broncos 'feel good about him' moving forward Rookie running back Audric Estime recorded career highs in rushing attempts (14) and rushing yards (53) against Kansas City.

NOVEMBER 15, 2024 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Fabs Five Sleepers: Bo Nix, Audric Estime Have Fantasy Football Upside In Week 11 We’re getting down to the nitty gritty, folks! It’s Week 11, and now’s the time to make that push to the fantasy playoffs. And with four tea...

NOVEMBER 14, 2024 • SACBEE.COM

Increased role on tap Broncos head coach Sean Payton said Monday that he "was encouraged" with Estime's performance against the Chiefs and that the rookie will "continue to get more reps," Aric DiLalla...

Impact After handling his largest workload of his rookie season, Estime seems to have earned a vote of confidence from Payton. It seems veteran Javonte Williams will continue to take a backseat to the 21-year-old after Williams handled just one carry against Kansas City. Though Estime has yet to be targeted in the passing game this season, his usage on the ground could result in solid fantasy production moving forward. Though fantasy managers may want to take a wait-and-see approach, the Notre Dame product could be in for a decent workload when the Broncos host the Falcons in Week 11.

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Audric Estime, Ricky Pearsall Headline Week 11 Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Adds Week 11 of the NFL season has a four-team bye, as the Buccaneers, Cardinals, Giants, and Panthers are all off. To help fill the void, here's...

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • SI.COM

Rookie Audric Estime gets bulk of Broncos carries while Javonte Williams, Jaleel McLaughlin used sparingly Javonte Williams and Jaleel McLaughlin sidelined as rookie Audric Estime steps up in Broncos' loss to Kansas City. Estime's performance a hi...

NOVEMBER 11, 2024 • GAZETTE.COM

Broncos rookie RB Audric Estime takes advantage of expanded role vs. Chiefs: "He's a handful" The rookie Broncos running back carried the ball a career-high 14 times Sunday against Kansas City.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • DENVERPOST.COM

Paces ground attack in loss Estime rushed 14 times for 53 yards in the Broncos' 16-14 loss to the Chiefs on Sunday.

Impact Estime was given the largest workload of his brief career, with backfield mate Javonte Williams surprisingly limited to just one rush attempt overall. The rookie handled the additional responsibility well, posting a new career high in rushing yards. The lack of involvement in the passing game was far from ideal, but Estime should have plenty of opportunity again in a Week 11 home matchup against the Falcons.

NOVEMBER 10, 2024 • ROTOWIRE