Fantasy Football News: Deon Jackson & Austin Ekeler (2023)

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Deon Jackson expected to start Week 1

Deon Jackson is expected to start Week 1 against Jacksonville with Zack Moss still recovering from injury and Jonathan Taylor on the PUP.

Fantasy Impact

Jackson was productive as a receiver on several occasions last year, notably against the very same Jaguars in Week 6 when he caught 10 passes for 79 yards. He struggled with efficiency on the ground, averaging only 3.5 yards per carry in 2022. With a rushing quarterback and a talented pass-catching running back behind him in Evan Hull, his ceiling is capped. But he is a decent floor play as a flex.

Garrett Ball

Austin Ekeler to continue to see heavy workload under new OC Kellen Moore

Speaking to the media on Friday, new Chargers offensive coordinator said Austin Ekeler is still “the guy” when asked about the possibility of using multiple running backs in 2023.

Fantasy Impact

Moore went on to say that it’s a long season and that they intend to sprinkle in other backs in an effort to keep Ekeler fresh, but the overall answer was clear: they have no plans to reduce their start RB’s workload, especially in a contract year. With Moore’s increased offensive pace, Ekeler could see a career-high in touches if he can stay healthy in 2023. Joshua Kelley impressed in the preseason and figures to be the top handcuff to Ekeler to star the year.

Mike Maher