RB DEN
College: Youngstown State | Rookie
Height: 5'7" | Weight: 187 lbs
Birth Date: 2000-09-13
2024 Bye Week: 14
Total Pts: 57.5
Avg Pts: 3.38
Rank: 46 RB
Free Agent
McLaughlin was an undrafted free agent that made the team and moved up the depth chart throughout the season. He even got a few starts because of injury. He finished with 570 total yards and three touchdowns. McLaughin averaged an impressive 5.4 yards per carry. He also caught 31 passes, showing he can be an asset in the passing game. McLaughlin could be the top backup from day one this season. He is a small back but runs with some power and has good moves in space. He also will make some plays after contact, averaging 2.2 yards per carry after contact. He catches the ball well out of the backfield. He does lack some size to be an every-down back but can do well in spot duty.
FANTASY OUTLOOK: McLaughlin could improve a little on last year but don't expect much better production. That still gives him some value as a deep reserve for fantasy teams. His floor is decent because he will get some weekly catches. Look for around 600 total yards and 30 receptions with a few scores.
As a rookie, Jaleel McLaughlin totaled 570 yards on just 107 touches. His efficiency metrics were off the charts. Per PlayerProfiler, he ranked 4th among running backs in true yards per carry (5.1), 6th in juke rate (25.2%), and 6th in yards created per touch (4.42). His 0.95 fantasy points per opportunity ranked 9th among running backs. When the undrafted rookie out of Youngstown State touched the ball he was electric. However, even in games Javonte Williams didn't play or left early, McLaughlin averaged just 11.5 opportunities on a 33% snap share. He produced 18.7 PPR points per game in those two games though, as he found paydirt in both games. Again, he's got the ability to put up fantasy points in a hurry, but he never played more than 28% of the snaps in games Williams was a full-go. At just 5'7", 187 lbs, McLaughlin may never be more than a change-of-pace type back. That feels even more likely now that the Broncos took Notre Dame running back Audric Estime in the 5th round of the 2024 NFL Draft. At 5'11", 227 lbs, Estime is built more like Javonte Williams and could be called upon to shoulder the load should anything happen to Williams. In that case, McLaughlin would continue as that change-of-pace back in Sean Payton's offense. However, just like in 2023, he could have some spike weeks. Because of his hyper efficiency, he's one of those running backs you'll want to have stashed on your roster just in case.
As a rookie, Jaleel McLaughlin totaled 570 yards on just 107 touches. His efficiency metrics were off the charts. Per PlayerProfiler, he ranked 4th among running backs in true yards per carry (5.1), 6th in juke rate (25.2%), and 6th in yards created per touch (4.42). His 0.95 fantasy points per opportunity ranked 9th among running backs. When the undrafted rookie out of Youngstown State touched the ball he was electric. However, even in games Javonte Williams didn't play or left early, McLaughlin averaged just 11.5 opportunities on a 33% snap share. He produced 18.7 PPR points per game in those two games though, as he found paydirt in both games. Again, he's got the ability to put up fantasy points in a hurry, but he never played more than 28% of the snaps in games Williams was a full-go. At just 5'7", 187 lbs, McLaughlin may never be more than a change-of-pace type back. That feels even more likely now that the Broncos took Notre Dame running back Audric Estime in the 5th round of the 2024 NFL Draft. At 5'11", 227 lbs, Estime is built more like Javonte Williams and could be called upon to shoulder the load should anything happen to Williams. In that case, McLaughlin would continue as that change-of-pace back in Sean Payton's offense. However, just like in 2023, he could have some spike weeks. Because of his hyper efficiency, he's one of those running backs you'll want to have stashed on your roster just in case.
Fantasy Week | Pts | Scoring |
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Week 1 | 0.50 | Jaleel McLaughlin 1 reception (0.50 pts) |
Week 2 | 6.00 | Jaleel McLaughlin 1 rushing TD (6.00 pts) . . . Jaleel McLaughlin 5 yd TD rush |
Week 3 | 0.00 | |
Week 4 | 14.50 | Jaleel McLaughlin 1 receiving TD (6.00 pts) . . . Jaleel McLaughlin 18 yd TD pass from Russell Wilson Jaleel McLaughlin 3 receptions (1.50 pts) Jaleel McLaughlin 104 rush and rec yds (5.00 pts) Jaleel McLaughlin 104 rush and rec yds (2.00 pts) |
Week 5 | 11.50 | Jaleel McLaughlin 1 receiving TD (6.00 pts) . . . Jaleel McLaughlin 22 yd TD pass from Russell Wilson Jaleel McLaughlin 3 receptions (1.50 pts) Jaleel McLaughlin 89 rush and rec yds (4.00 pts) |
Week 6 | 3.00 | Jaleel McLaughlin 2 receptions (1.00 pts) Jaleel McLaughlin 42 rush and rec yds (2.00 pts) |
Week 7 | 2.50 | Jaleel McLaughlin 1 reception (0.50 pts) Jaleel McLaughlin 46 rush and rec yds (2.00 pts) |
Week 8 | 2.00 | Jaleel McLaughlin 2 receptions (1.00 pts) Jaleel McLaughlin 39 rush and rec yds (1.00 pts) |
Week 9 | ||
Week 10 | 1.00 | Jaleel McLaughlin 2 receptions (1.00 pts) |
Week 11 | 2.50 | Jaleel McLaughlin 5 receptions (2.50 pts) |
Week 12 | 0.00 | |
Week 13 | 2.00 | Jaleel McLaughlin 2 receptions (1.00 pts) Jaleel McLaughlin 21 rush and rec yds (1.00 pts) |
Playoff Week 1 | 1.50 | Jaleel McLaughlin 1 reception (0.50 pts) Jaleel McLaughlin 32 rush and rec yds (1.00 pts) |
Playoff Week 2 | 1.00 | Jaleel McLaughlin 2 receptions (1.00 pts) |
Playoff Week 3 | 5.00 | Jaleel McLaughlin 4 receptions (2.00 pts) Jaleel McLaughlin 67 rush and rec yds (3.00 pts) |
Playoff Week 4 | 4.50 | Jaleel McLaughlin 3 receptions (1.50 pts) Jaleel McLaughlin 62 rush and rec yds (3.00 pts) |
Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin has reportedly looked more explosive during offseason workouts and mandatory minicamp. Offensive coordinator Joe Lombardi has praised McLaughlin for his speed and explosiveness. It certainly appears that McLaughlin could earn himself a bigger role next season. However, he still has to compete in a crowded backfield with Javonte Williams, Samaje Perine, and rookie fifth-rounder Audric Estime. McLaughlin might be able to earn more snaps, but it probably won't be anything that will raise his draft stock by much.
From RotoBaller
Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin (head) was photographed participating in OTAs on Thursday, according to the Marietta Daily Journal. The pass-catching back came on strong late in his rookie campaign last year, but he's still expected to face firm competition in the form of Javonte Williams and Audric Estime, to name a couple. Adding extra faces to this backfield complicates the matter and drops McLaughlin to a depth role, making him a reasonable target at his ADP of 163. Fantasy managers will find extra solace in the fact that he's healthy and ready to go for the season.
From RotoBaller
Denver Broncos running backs Samaje Perine and Jaleel McLaughlin "will face a challenging battle to maintain their roles this offseason," according to Nick Kosmider of The Athletic. He notes that the same is true for Javonte Williams. It appears as though all three holdover running backs in Denver have reduced job security after the team drafted Audric Estime and signed Blake Watson. There will be plenty of competition throughout the offseason as the Broncos work to determine which running backs are worthy of key volume in 2024. However, as of now, it appears there's at least some favor for Estime and Watson while the three returners may need to do a little extra to prove themselves. From a fantasy perspective, Williams and Estime seem like the most intriguing names, but Perine and Watson (and even McLaughlin) benefit from their pass-catching skills.
From RotoBaller
NFL Week | Opp | Pts | Rush Att | Rush Yds | Rush TDs | 100 Yds | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec TDs | Rec Tgt | Fum Lost |
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2023 Season | 57.50 | 410 | 1 | 31 | |||||||
Week 1 | LV | 0.50 | 0 | 0 | 1 | ||||||
Week 2 | WAS | 6.00 | 5 | 1 | 0 | ||||||
Week 3 | @MIA | 0.00 | 15 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 4 | @CHI | 14.50 | 72 | 0 | 3 | ||||||
Week 5 | NYJ | 11.50 | 68 | 0 | 3 | ||||||
Week 6 | @KC | 3.00 | 30 | 0 | 2 | ||||||
Week 7 | GB | 2.50 | 45 | 0 | 1 | ||||||
Week 8 | KC | 2.00 | 33 | 0 | 2 | ||||||
Week 9 | bye | ||||||||||
Week 10 | @BUF | 1.00 | 8 | 0 | 2 | ||||||
Week 11 | MIN | 2.50 | 1 | 0 | 5 | ||||||
Week 12 | CLE | 0.00 | 4 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 13 | @HOU | 2.00 | 15 | 0 | 2 | ||||||
Week 14 | @LAC | 1.50 | 25 | 0 | 1 | ||||||
Week 15 | @DET | 1.00 | 2 | 0 | 2 | ||||||
Week 16 | NE | 5.00 | 37 | 0 | 4 | ||||||
Week 17 | LAC | 4.50 | 44 | 0 | 3 | ||||||
Week 18 | @LV | 0.00 | 6 | 0 | 0 |