On DraftKings, Robinson is expected to be one of the highest owned RBs due to his cheap price tag.On FanDuel he’s priced among the elite RBs which will keep his ownership from reaching a high level. Outside of the Texans' RBs in Week 12, the Jets have allowed a top 15 finish by the opposing team’s starting RB in every game since Week 5. Robinson has reclaimed his elite workload since Urban Meyer’s firing and should be in for a top 5 week.
Barkley is a great option if you’re looking for a contrarian play to reduce some ownership. Playing Barkley allows you to jam in chalk like Justin Jackson, Antonio Brown, Ronald Jones, etc. The Eagles rank 12th in adjusted fantasy points allowed and Barkley is coming off a season-high 23 opportunities including 8 targets.
The Raiders defense is currently allowing the 3rd most adjusted fantasy points to the RB position. Teams are currently running against the Raiders at the 11th highest rate, leading to big games from Nick Chubb, the Chiefs backfield, and the Washington RBs in the past 3 weeks. Williams has usurped Melvin Gordon’s role as the 3rd down back and despite them splitting carries, he has out-targeted Gordon 10-3 since the Broncos bye week.
Jackson out-carried Austin Ekeler and played 54% of the snaps with Ekeler limited last Thursday. With Ekeler out due to COVID-19 on Sunday, Jackson should absorb the primary pass-catching RB role that Ekeler has. The Texans' defense ranks 6th worst in adjusted fantasy points allowed to RBs and has allowed RB1 performances to James Robinson and Rashaad Penny the last two games.
Also consider: Damien Harris ($6,600) & David Montgomery ($6,600)