2024 RTSports Outlook

Warren got more work in year two and pretty much split the work with Najee Harris at running back. Warren was 22nd overall in fantasy running back scoring despite having double-digit rushes just five of 17 games. He got a ton of work in the passing game, catching 61 passes. Warren had 1,154 total yards and four touchdowns. Warren had nine games with double-digit fantasy points. Warren was a consistent factor in the Steelers offense and should play a similar role this year for the Steelers, splitting work with Harris at running back. Warren proved he could make plays after contact, averaging 2.4 yards per carry after contact. Warren broke 27 tackles last year. He showed he is more than a speed back. He can make plays after contact and also is tough to bring down in the open field because of his top speed. He can get to the next level in a hurry. Warren hits the hole in a hurry and catches the ball well, making him a top three-down back.

FANTASY OUTLOOK: Warren won't get you a lot of scores, but he will rack up the total yards and receptions. This gives him a good weekly floor. He can be a top-20 back if all goes well for him. Look for 1,000-plus total yards, 60 receptions and five or so touchdowns.

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RotoBaller's Outlook

Despite having yet to start a game in his NFL Career, Jaylen Warren has showcased incredible talent and it is only a matter of time before he takes over Pittsburgh's backfield. Fourth-year running back Najee Harris has rushed for over 1,000 yards in each of his three seasons in the league. However, Harris has struggled with efficiency and big-play ability -- hence why Warren's usage continues to increase. While splitting the backfield almost evenly and playing 49% of all offensive snaps last season, Warren ran for 784 yards and four touchdowns on just 149 carries. He also caught 61 of his 74 targets for 370 yards through the air. The third-year back has a higher ceiling than Harris and his playing time should only go up with new Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith now at the helm. Among players with at least 140 attempts last season, Warren had the second-highest yards per carry and yards after contact per attempt. With Pittsburgh's additions on the offensive line, he is in position to take over the team's backfield. Warren currently ranks as the RB25 with an ADP of 90.0 on Underdog's best-ball rankings. Getting a player as talented as Warren in the eighth round is a ridiculous steal that you should take advantage of in all drafts. You should also be drafting him over Harris without hesitation -- especially in half and full-PPR formats.

Despite having yet to start a game in his NFL Career, Jaylen Warren has showcased incredible talent and it is only a matter of time before he takes over Pittsburgh's backfield. Fourth-year running back Najee Harris has rushed for over 1,000 yards in each of his three seasons in the league. However, Harris has struggled with efficiency and big-play ability -- hence why Warren's usage continues to increase. While splitting the backfield almost evenly and playing 49% of all offensive snaps last season, Warren ran for 784 yards and four touchdowns on just 149 carries. He also caught 61 of his 74 targets for 370 yards through the air. The third-year back has a higher ceiling than Harris and his playing time should only go up with new Steelers offensive coordinator Arthur Smith now at the helm. Among players with at least 140 attempts last season, Warren had the second-highest yards per carry and yards after contact per attempt. With Pittsburgh's additions on the offensive line, he is in position to take over the team's backfield. Warren currently ranks as the RB25 with an ADP of 90.0 on Underdog's best-ball rankings. Getting a player as talented as Warren in the eighth round is a ridiculous steal that you should take advantage of in all drafts. You should also be drafting him over Harris without hesitation -- especially in half and full-PPR formats.