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Running Back Rank: #58 Overall: #240
Barber had his most disappointing season with the Cowboys. He had career lows in rushing yards and attempts, and touchdowns. He battled injury once again, missing three games while being slowed in others. But even when healthy, Barber took a backseat to Felix Jones most weeks. Barber's season high rushing yards was 58. He had double-digit carries just five times all year. Barber doesn't have a 1,000-yard rushing season but does have double-digit touchdowns twice in his career. He probably isn't suited to start after having that chance past seasons, but is a good platoon back. He should serve this role with his new team, the Bears. Barber runs with a lot power and also has decent moves in the open field for a man of his size. And he is a better than average receiver, having 174 receptions in six seasons.
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Barber has been very ordinary the last few years. He might be worth a late-round flier because he has some upside because of his success around the goal line and as a pass catcher, but don't expect a huge jump in his numbers. He isn't getting any younger and his running style lends itself to injury. |
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| The Chicago Bears could consider releasing RB Marion Barber III because he is scheduled to make $1.9 million next season. |
| Fantasy Impact: He didn't play too bad in a reserve role so we wouldn't rule out a come back. |
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| Chicago Bears RB Marion Barber III (calf) did not participate in practice Friday, Dec. 30. He is listed as doubtful for Week 17 and is not expected to play. |
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| Chicago Bears RB Marion Barber III (calf) did not participate in practice Thursday, Dec. 29. |
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| Chicago Bears RB Marion Barber III (calf) did not practice Wednesday, Dec. 28. |
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| Chicago Bears RB Marion Barber III (calf) is being listed as doubtful for Week 16 after missing practice Friday, Dec. 23. |
| Fantasy Impact: Barber is not expected to play this week. |
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| Chicago Bears RB Marion Barber III (calf) is not expected to play in Week 16 versus the Green Bay Packers, according to a league source. As a result, RB Kahlil Bell is expected to start as the tailback. |
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| Chicago Bears head coach Lovie Smith is hoping that RB Marion Barber III (calf) can return to practice Friday, Dec. 23. |
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| Chicago Bears RB Marion Barber III (calf) did not practice Thursday, Dec. 22. |
| Fantasy Impact: Barber is no sure thing to play right now. |
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| Chicago Bears RB Marion Barber III (calf) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Dec. 21. |
| Fantasy Impact: Not great sign for Barber. Kahlil Bell could play a really big role for the Bears in Week 16. |
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| Chicago Bears RB Marion Barber III is expected to be fined after refusing to talk to reporters again after practice Wednesday, Dec. 14. |
| Fantasy Impact: Nice. Way to man up. |
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