In today’s NFL of multiple running backs filling specific roles, fantasy football managers need to properly identify which player is projected to see the most goal-line carries in every backfield to maximize the scoring potential on a weekly basis.
Here’s a closer look at the projected goal-line back for every NFC East team entering the 2024 NFL season.
Who Are the Goal-Line Backs for Each NFC East Team in 2024?
Dallas Cowboys: Ezekiel Elliott
You wouldn’t know it from last year’s sample size, but Ezekiel Elliott can still be a productive short-yardage producer.
In 2022, Elliott scored nine touchdowns on 16 carries from inside the 5-yard line. The lack of talent in Dallas’ running back room, despite being one of the league’s premier offensive units, makes him a valuable fantasy commodity entering the 2024 season.
New York Giants: Devin Singletary
Devin Singletary’s career goal-line usage has been a frustrating fantasy development. Josh Allen regularly stole work away from Singletary during his time in Buffalo, and he saw fewer carries from inside the 5-yard line last year than Dameon Pierce over his lone year in Houston.
Singletary projects as the New York Giants’ leading ball carrier in 2024, but one should keep an eye out for Tyrone Tracy Jr.’s gifted athletic profile. Tracy could potentially steal some work away from the veteran as the season progresses.
Philadelphia Eagles: Saquon Barkley
If there is one potential hiccup in Saquon Barkley’s fantasy projection profile, it would be contending with Tush Push aficionado Jalen Hurts for goal-line carries.
There is no doubt in my mind that Barkley will lose some rushing touchdown production to Hurts this year. However, a dynamic talent like Barkley will certainly see his fair share of work in this area of the field.
Washington Commanders: Brian Robinson Jr.
The Washington Commanders may have added Austin Ekeler to the backfield, but Brian Robinson Jr. still projects to be the leading ball carrier in goal situations with his 228-pound frame.
