SEPTEMBER 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
JOHN KELLY
#42 - RUNNING BACK - CLEVELAND BROWNS
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Jettisoned by Rams The Rams waived Kelly on Friday, Stu Jackson of the team's official site reports.
Impact A sixth-round selection of the Rams in 2018, Kelly has made just eight appearances through two pro seasons and oscillated between the 53-man roster and practice squad. Overall, he managed 2.8 yards on 30 carries and hauled in two of three targets for 27 yards. Considering how the team has approached Kelly to date, he likely will be signed to the practice squad if he clears waivers.
SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE
FANTASY PLAYS: Workhorse runners best resource in fantasy The key is to prioritize big-time wide receivers over running backs with questionable fantasy value
AUGUST 25 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mentioned by coach McVay Sean McVay mentioned Kelly as one of four running backs on the Rams' roster who can be viewed as a "starting-caliber" player, per The Helliepod podcast.
Impact The other three are veteran Malcolm Brown, 2019 third-round pick Darrell Henderson (ankle) and rookie second-round pick Cam Akers. McVay's comment aside, that leaves Kelly as the forgotten man of the group as a 2018 sixth-round pick who has played just 53 offensive snaps in eight NFL games, bouncing between the inactive list, the practice squad and a backup role. There aren't many fantasy formats where Kelly will warrant a draft pick, but he could emerge as a player to watch if the other running backs in Los Angeles struggle to stay healthy and productive.
JULY 21 • ROTOWIRE
