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Loss, 21-43
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1LAC,
L 16-20
8----0.80
2NYG,
W 30-29
10183--20.30
3@BUF,
L 21-43
23-15--5.80
4@ATL,
W 34-30
15-441-16.90
5NO,
L 22-33
-1-8--1.70
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  • Puts in full practice

    McKissic (ankle) practiced fully Thursday, Nicki Jhabvala of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: After a limited showing at Wednesday's session, McKissic was uninhibited one day later. At the same time, lead back Antonio Gibson (shin) followed up a DNP on Wednesday with limited work Thursday. Both running backs appear to be trending in the right direction for Sunday's game against the Saints, but Friday's injury report may provide a better picture of Washington's backfield situation upon its release. While McKissic had a quiet Week 1 -- one carry and no catches -- he's been more involved…read more

    Published: Thu, Oct 7 at 11:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited by ankle injury

    McKissic was limited at Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Washington's skill-position players are banged up at the moment, with two running backs and three wide receivers appearing on the Week 5 injury report, while tight end Logan Thomas (hamstring) landed on injured reserve Wednesday. McKissic himself may be healthier than starting back Antonio Gibson (shin), who didn't practice to kick off the week. Gibson did the same last Thursday before suiting up Week 4 in Atlanta, but McKissic still picked up a season-high 12 touches for 59 yards from…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 6 at 1:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores game-winning TD

    McKissic took seven carries for 15 yards and caught each of his five targets for 44 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 33-30 win over Atlanta.

    Analysis: Quiet for most of the game, McKissic made a late charge with Washington in comeback mode in the fourth quarter, a script similar to his Week 2 outing against the Giants. He again saved his best for last, taking a delayed screen pass for a diving, 30-yard touchdown to give Washington the lead (and convert a 3rd-and-7) with 33 seconds remaining in Sunday's game. McKissic did come up short of the goal line on a two-point conversion attempt on the next snap, but Washington held on for a win to…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 4 at 6:31am by Rotowire.com
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  • Held to 38 total yards

    McKissic took three carries for 23 yards and caught both of his targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 43-21 loss to Buffalo.

    Analysis: McKissic had a big Week 2, but his workload through three games is far from promising, with the satellite back averaging only 3.0 targets and 2.7 carries per game. Lead back Antonio Gibson has actually seen one more target (nine to eight), including a 73-yard TD catch in Sunday's loss. Next up for Gibson and McKissic is a Week 4 contest in Atlanta.

    Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 7:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Shines in dramatic win

    McKissic caught five of six targets for 83 yards and took four carries for 10 yards and a touchdown in Thursday's 30-29 win over the Giants.

    Analysis: It was a huge turnaround after the pass-catching back got just one carry and one target in the Week 1 loss to Los Angeles. It initially looked like more of the same Thursday night, but McKissic was steadily involved once he got his first touch midway through the second quarter. He even scored a two-yard TD on a 3rd-and-1 shortly before halftime, and his 56-yard catch in the fourth quarter set up a TD strike to TE Ricky Seals-Jones on the next play. Meanwhile, Antonio Gibson had 13 carries for…read more

    Published: Thu, Sep 16 at 10:30pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Quiet in season debut

    McKissic had one carry for eight yards and one incomplete target in Sunday's 2016 loss to the Chargers.

    Analysis: McKissic played 36 percent of snaps on offense, mostly replacing Antonio Gibson in obvious passing situations. Pretty much everything worked against McKissic in this one, with QB Ryan Fitzpatrick (hip) exiting early and Washington ultimately attempting only 21 passes in a game where the opponent dominated possession. McKissic should see a few more touches Thursday night against the Giants, but it does seem the backfield split has shifted more toward Gibson (20 carries, five targets Sunday) in…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 13 at 6:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Could see more work sans Samuel

    McKissic can help Washington deal with Curtis Samuel's absence while the wide receiver is on injured reserve with a groin injury, according to Ben Standig of The Athletic.

    Analysis: It doesn't mean McKissic will return to his 2020 role, as Washington now has a slot specialist in the form of Adam Humphries, while perimeter wideouts Cam Sims and Dyami Brown figure to be the more direct replacements for Samuel in terms of snap count. However, McKissic can do some of the same things as Samuel on short passes and jet sweeps, albeit without the extra gear that his injured teammate has when healthy. It thus stands to reason that McKissic could get a few extra snaps and touches…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 10 at 3:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Involved only as receiver

    McKissic was targeted once and tallied one reception for four yards in Friday's preseason game against the Bengals.

    Analysis: McKissic didn't see a rushing attempt, as both Antonio Gibson and Jaret Patterson handled carries with presumed starting quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick. Instead, McKissic recorded his lone touch of the game on a third-down reception that was just short of a first down. McKissic figures to serve primarily as a receiver out of Washington's backfield, with Antonio Gibson and Peyton Barber likely positioned to handle carries ahead of him.

    Published: Fri, Aug 20 at 9:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Appears safe in backup role

    McKissic seemingly enters the upcoming season with a decent amount of job security as Washington's No. 2 running back, Rhiannon Walker of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: McKissic's solid work on passing downs makes him the top option behind Antonio Gibson, but that doesn't mean the former will dominate carries if Gibson gets injured. In the two games Gibson missed last season, McKissic averaged 12.0 carries for 59.5 yards and 5.5 catches for 37.0 yards, while Peyton Barber averaged 8.0 carries for 21.0 yards. Barber is still on the roster, along with fellow veteran backs Lamar Miller and Jonathan Williams and rookie undrafted free agent Jaret Patterson. None of…read more

    Published: Wed, Jun 30 at 1:39pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Enjoys career highs in 2020

    McKissic finished the 2020 season with 85 carries for 365 yards and a touchdown and 80 catches for 589 yards and two TDs on 110 targets.

    Analysis: His long gain among 165 touches went for only 29 yards, but McKissic otherwise had a career year, establishing personal bests for carries, rushing yards, receptions and receiving yards. He's under contract with Washington for one more season, though it's possible his role is scaled back if Antonio Gibson shows progress as a pass catcher throughout spring and summer. McKissic will turn 28 in August, and he's scheduled for a $1 million base salary in 2021.

    Published: Mon, Jan 11 at 7:08am by Rotowire.com
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  • Slowed by Eagles

    McKissic carried twice for no yards and recorded five catches for 30 yards in Sunday's 20-14 win over the Eagles.

    Analysis: Antonio Gibson took on more work in his second game back from a toe injury, handling 20 touches and a 59 percent snap share. McKissic still managed to tie Terry McLaurin for the team lead in targets, and Washington may need to use its scatback more this weekend in a wild-card game against the Buccaneers and their fearsome run defense.

    Published: Wed, Jan 6 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone on long reception

    McKissic rushed the ball four times for 15 yards in Week 16 against the Panthers. He added eight receptions on 10 targets for 77 yards and a touchdown.

    Analysis: Game script benefitted McKissic, as Washington quickly fell behind 13-0. That allowed him to excel as a receiver, with his best play coming on a 29-yard touchdown reception late in the fourth quarter. Even with uncertainty at quarterback and the return of Antonio Gibson, McKissic has continued to produce and has combined for 133 receiving yards across his last two games. He and Washington will draw a Week 17 matchup against the Eagles.

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 6:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 107 total yards in loss

    McKissic rushed 13 times for 51 yards and secured nine of 10 targets for 56 yards and a touchdown in Washington's 20-15 loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.

    Analysis: Facing the team he spent the first three seasons of his career with, McKissic was heavily involved during what was a second straight absence for Antonio Gibson (toe). The veteran easily paced the backfield in carries and rushing yards, and he was second only to Logan Thomas in receptions on Washington. McKissic's six-yard touchdown grab with 7:16 remaining qualified as his first score of the season as well, and he now has three games with at least nine catches on the campaign. McKissic once…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 20 at 2:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Contributes 86 scrimmage yards

    McKissic carried 11 times for 68 yards and caught two of four targets for 18 yards during Sunday's 23-15 win over the 49ers.

    Analysis: McKissic's involvement increased with Antonio Gibson (toe) sidelined, and he finished with his highest carry total of the season, albeit at the expense of some targets. His usage in the passing game also suffered after Alex Smith (calf) was injured, leaving Dwayne Haskins to lead the offense. McKissic could see his role as a pass-catcher climb back up next Sunday against the Seahawks if Smith is able to play, but his carries will almost certainly decrease if Gibson returns to the lineup.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 7:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Heightened Week 14 role awaits

    McKissic is expected to handle the bulk of the work out of the Washington backfield Sunday against the 49ers with Antonio Gibson (toe) considered unlikely to play, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: Washington hasn't officially ruled Gibson out for Week 14, but he seems to be trending toward his first absence of the season after being diagnosed with a case of turf toe following his early departure in Monday's win over the Steelers. With Gibson leaving the contest after he was on the field for just four plays, McKissic stepped in to lead the Washington backfield with a 74 percent snap share, while Peyton Barber drew only a 33 percent share. Barber still outpaced McKissic in carries (14 to…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 9:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes 10 grabs in win

    McKissic rushed five times for eight yards and caught all 10 of his targets for 70 yards in Monday's 23-17 win over the Steelers.

    Analysis: McKissic saw his role expand after starting tailback Antonio Gibson exited during the first quarter with a toe injury and never returned. McKissic set a new career high by hauling in double-digit passes for the first time, which also yielded a personal best in yardage. Should Gibson's status for Week 14 be impacted by his injury, McKissic's stock would figure to rise going into the fantasy playoff season.

    Published: Mon, Dec 7 at 6:08pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Manages just three touches

    McKissic rushed once for six yards and caught both targets for 21 yards in Thursday's 41-16 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: Despite playing 41 percent of the snaps on offense, McKissic rarely touched the ball, taking a back seat to the Antonio Gibson show. Gibson carried 20 times for 115 yards and three touchdowns and caught five passes for 21 yards. It's going to be tough to provide Gibson anything short of a bell-cow role moving forward, so McKissic's role will fluctuate as a pass catcher. He's just two weeks removed from a 15-target outing, so fantasy managers would be wise to stash him on the bench for the time…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 30 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up 69 scrimmage yards

    McKissic rushed six times for 43 yards and caught three of four targets for 26 yards in Sunday's 20-9 win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: McKissic was less involved as a pass-catcher after drawing at least six targets in five of the previous six games, but he delivered his second-highest rushing yardage total of the season while topping seven yards per attempt. Fellow running back Antonio Gibson got 16 carries and scored his fifth touchdown in the last four games, as Washington continues to get both the shifty McKissic and the powerful Gibson involved heading into a Thanksgiving Day matchup against a generous Dallas defense.

    Published: Sun, Nov 22 at 3:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores, adds seven catches

    McKissic carried eight times for six yards and a touchdown while catching seven of 15 targets for an additional 43 yards during Sunday's 30-27 loss to the Lions.

    Analysis: McKissic averaged just 0.8 yards per carry but managed to score his first touchdown of the season on a one-yard plunge in the third quarter. He mostly made his mark as a receiver and his 15 targets easily led the team, while his seven grabs tied for first. McKissic has been targeted a whopping 29 times over the last two games and will clearly maintain a large role in the offense most weeks when game flow allows, especially with the typically conservative Alex Smith at the helm. This should…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 15 at 2:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Huge role in pass-catching realm

    McKissic caught nine of a team-high 14 targets for 65 receiving yards, adding three rushes for 17 yards during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Giants.

    Analysis: McKissic dominated both the RB and the team pass-catching workload, as he attracted as many targets as Washington's second- and third-highest targeted players combined (Terry McLaurin at eight targets, and Logan Thomas at six). The running back's passing game role has been steady for over the past month now, as McKissic has garnered six-plus catches in four of his past five outings, averaging 42 receiving yards per game during that span. Looking ahead to Week 10, McKissic next faces a Lions…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 8 at 6:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 51 scrimmage yards

    McKissic carried five times for 35 yards and caught both his targets for an additional 16 yards during Sunday's 25-3 win over the Cowboys.

    Analysis: McKissic was quite effective as a ball carrier, averaging 7.0 yards per carry, but he didn't make his usual impact as a pass catcher with his team playing from ahead throughout the game. He could have more passes thrown his way in Week 9 against the Giants following the WFT's Week 8 bye, but he seems unlikely to take over as the lead back anytime soon after Antonio Gibson erupted for 128 yards and a touchdown on 20 carries in this one. As such, McKissic should be left on the bench in the…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Posts 84 total yards in loss

    McKissic rushed eight times for 41 yards and secured all six targets for 43 yards in the Washington Football Team's 20-19 loss to the Giants on Sunday.

    Analysis: McKissic continued to enjoy a steady role in the offense, outpacing backfield mate Antonio Gibson in total touches by one and posting at least six receptions for the third straight game. The eight carries tied a season high for McKissic, who appears to have a relatively modest but consistent role as a pass-catching option that can occasionally see larger-than-expected opportunity on the ground. McKissic will look to build on Sunday's season-best effort versus the Cowboys in Week 7.

    Published: Sun, Oct 18 at 2:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads team in targets

    McKissic caught six passes for 48 yards on a team-high eight targets in Sunday's 30-10 loss to the Rams, adding one carry for three yards.

    Analysis: Washington struggled to move the ball with Kyle Allen (arm) and then Alex Smith at quarterback, trailing by multiple scores for most of the game and never finding any success throwing downfield. The familiar game script -- it was the team's fourth straight loss by 14 or more points -- allowed McKissic to stay heavily involved, but it was still Antonio Gibson who dominated work on the ground with 11 carries for 27 yards. A Week 6 matchup with the Giants could produce a closer contest, which…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 11 at 8:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Targeted eight times

    McKissic recorded seven receptions on eight targets for 40 yards in Week 4 against the Ravens. He added two rushes for five yards.

    Analysis: McKissic ceded the majority of the work on the ground to Antonio Gibson but still remained heavily involved in the passing attack out of the backfield. Though he lost a fumble to end Washington's second offensive possession, the team continued to turn to him as a receiver as they fell behind Baltimore early in the contest. While primarily a dump-off option, McKissic did turn in receptions of 12 and 11 yards to pace his yardage total. Washington will likely be playing catch up again in Week 5…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 4:54pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Falls back in Week 3

    McKissic carried the ball five times for 15 yards in Week 3 against the Browns. He added three receptions for 37 yards.

    Analysis: McKissic saw his carries slashed from his Week 2 performance as he failed to get going on the ground against the Browns. However, he did manage to produce through the air, paced by a 26-yard reception that set up a rushing touchdown for Antonio Gibson in the third quarter. McKissic's production on the ground has varied widely through three weeks, and he had failed to contribute through the air prior to his Week 3 performance. That makes him a volatile producer for the team's Week 4 matchup…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 6:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Surprisingly effective on ground

    McKissic carried the ball eight times for 53 yards in Sunday's 30-15 loss to the Cardinals.

    Analysis: Remarkably, the fifth-year receiving back didn't even get a target in the game, but he carved out a large share of the backfield workload due to his efficiency on the ground. Meanwhile, Antonio Gibson led the backfield with 13 touches and Peyton Barber was held to only one carry. McKissic could see solid volume again in Week 3, although more of it might come through the air as Washington tries to keep pace with a Browns offense that just piled up 35 points against the Bengals.

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 5:20pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes with negative yardage

    McKissic played 44 percent of offensive snaps in Sunday's 27-17 win over the Eagles, taking three carries for a loss of two yards and catching one of five targets for one yard.

    Analysis: McKissic actually led the Washington backfield in snap share, but his opportunities didn't result in any production, while Peyton Barber had a pair of goal-line touchdowns and Antonio Gibson picked up 44 yards on 11 touches. McKissic and Gibson both were on the field for the first snap of the game, and it was a pretty even three-way split throughout the afternoon. Look for more of the same Week 2 at Arizona, though it is possible McKissic could eventually have his role scaled back if he…read more

    Published: Mon, Sep 14 at 7:05am by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't necessarily start

    Coach Ron Rivera said Wednesday that McKissic "just happened to be put first" on Washington's unofficial depth chart, reiterating that the team will use a committee in the backfield, Sam Fortier of The Washington Post reports.

    Analysis: It was interesting to see McKissic listed in the top spot, but Rivera essentially confirms that it doesn't actually mean much. Depth charts typically are produced by PR departments, and in Washington's case, there was no obvious order for the running backs. Reports from beat writers suggest McKissic, Antonio Gibson and Peyton Barber will all have roles Sunday against the Eagles, while Bryce Love is a wild card to potentially make it a four-man committee instead of three. McKissic should see…read more

    Published: Wed, Sep 9 at 10:51am by Rotowire.com
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  • Listed atop depth chart

    Washington listed McKissic as its No. 1 running back on the unofficial depth chart the team released Tuesday, Kyle Stackpole of Washington's official site reports.

    Analysis: Though McKissic sits atop the depth chart, his presence there shouldn't be viewed as confirmation that he'll start or receive the majority of the snaps and touches out of the backfield in Sunday's season opener versus the Eagles. Instead, Stackpole speculates that Washington will make use of all four of its running backs in Week 1, with multiple backs occasionally sharing the field together. Third-round rookie Antonio Gibson likely has the most three-down potential of the four backs, as…read more

    Published: Tue, Sep 8 at 8:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Moving up depth chart

    With Washington cutting Adrian Peterson on Friday, McKissic could be the No. 2 running back, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Washington has cut both Derrius Guice and Adrian Peterson this offseason, and while Antonio Gibson is presumed to be the main beneficiary, he's a rookie with no preseason experience. On the other hand, McKissic has a proven, unique skillset, and last season he rushed 38 times for 205 yards (5.4 yards per carry) and caught 34 of 42 targets for 233 yards and a touchdown for the Lions. McKissic (5-10, 195) doesn't have the frame to be a three-down workhorse, but he projects as an intriguing…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 4 at 3:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Sees snaps in slot

    McKissic worked out of the slot Saturday, JP Finlay of NBC Sports Washington reports.

    Analysis: The designation is at least worth mentioning, considering Washington's lack of credible depth at wide receiver. Of course, Finlay also mentioned McKissic's struggles at the position in the same tweet, so it's likely just an interesting footnote for a team still trying to figure out its optimal pass-catching rotation. Regardless of the positional designation, McKissic still figures to hold a roster spot as the team continues to develop multi-talented Antonio Gibson to eventually usurp the career…read more

    Published: Sat, Aug 22 at 7:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Still ticketed for same role

    McKissic's projected role hasn't changed after the Washington Football team released Derrius Guice, John Keim of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: A pure passing-down specialist, McKissic has 91 targets and 88 carries in 35 career NFL appearances, though he did manage 5.4 YPC on his 38 totes for Detroit last year. A $1 million guarantee on his two-year contract suggests the 27-year-old should have a spot on the regular-season roster, but his role has come into question ever since Washington used a third-round pick on runner/receiver hybrid Antonio Gibson. The rookie could steal passing downs from McKissic at some point this year.

    Published: Mon, Aug 10 at 7:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Lands in Washington

    McKissic agreed Wednesday with the Redskins on a two-year contract, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: McKissic played all 16 games with the Lions last season, finishing with 38 carries for 205 yards (5.4 yards per carry) and 34 receptions for 233 yards and a score. With Derrius Guice and Adrian Peterson leading Washington's backfield, McKissic will likely work as a pass-catching option. He likely won't have consistent fantasy value unless Guice or Peterson are injured.

    Published: Wed, Mar 18 at 6:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Becomes free agent

    McKissic became an unrestricted free agent Wednesday after the Lions opted not to extend him a contract tender, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: McKissic played all 16 games for Detroit last season, taking 38 carries for 205 yards and catching 23 of 42 targets for 233 yards and a touchdown. He also saw work as a passing-down specialist with the Seahawks in 2017, but he'll probably need to battle for a roster spot at his next NFL stop.

    Published: Wed, Mar 18 at 2:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Small role in season finale

    McKissic didn't have a rushing attempt and caught one of two targets for four yards during Sunday's 23-20 loss to Green Bay.

    Analysis: Detroit's ability to mount a two-touchdown lead at halftime meant the Lions spent most of the game trying to run out the clock. Had the score been reversed, it's possible McKissic's receiving chops could have played a bigger role in the offense. However, that wasn't the case, and McKissic ultimately saw just a handful of snaps while Kerryon Johnson and Bo Scarbrough once again led the way on the ground. After totaling 438 yards on 72 touches (6.1 yards per touch) in 2019, McKissic now will…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 30 at 2:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No touches against Broncos

    McKissic did not record a carry or reception during Sunday's 27-17 loss to the Broncos.

    Analysis: McKissic logged just seven offensive snaps with both Kerryon Johnson and Bo Scarbrough back in the fold. Considering Ty Johnson also worked ahead of him, McKissic seems slated to end the season without much a role in this weekend's finale against Green Bay.

    Published: Mon, Dec 23 at 7:04pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Week 16

    McKissic (stinger) isn't listed on Wednesday's injury report.

    Analysis: McKissic was forced out early in the Week 15 loss to the Buccaneers due to a stinger, but his absence from the injury report implies it's a non-issue heading into Sunday's game against the Broncos. With Bo Scarbrough (ribs) back at practice Wednesday in a limited capacity and Kerryon Johnson (knee) a candidate to return from injured reserve this week, McKissic could see his role marginalized in the final two games even though his health is seemingly intact.

    Published: Wed, Dec 18 at 1:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Done for the day

    McKissic (stinger) is ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's tilt against the Buccaneers.

    Analysis: McKissic logged one carry for two yards and caught two of three targets for seven yards before leaving the field. With Bo Scarbrough (ribs) inactive, Ty Johnson and Wes Hills will handle Detroit's backfield reps for the remainder of Week 15's contest.

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 12:27pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers stinger Sunday

    McKissic suffered a stinger during Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: In the wake of Bo Scarbrough's (ribs) absence, McKissic and Ty Johnson were expected to handle the backfield reps for the Lions in Week 15. Upon his departure in the third quarter, though, McKissic had just one two-yard carry and two receptions (on three targets) for seven yards. He's questionable to return, but if he doesn't, Johnson and Wes Hills are the only available Detroit running backs on the game-day roster.

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 12:10pm by Rotowire.com
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  • May see role increase sans Scarbrough

    McKissic and Ty Johnson are expected to headline the Lions' Week 15 backfield with Bo Scarbrough (ribs) ruled out for Sunday's game against the Buccaneers, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: Scarbrough had operated as Detroit's lead option on the ground for the past four games, but his inactive status leaves McKissic, Johnson and practice squad callup Wes Hills as the lone healthy options at running back. Given Hills' lack of prior experience, McKissic and Johnson look like the best bets for touches out of the backfield, with coach Matt Patricia likely to ride the hot hand of the two. Considering McKissic has mostly served as a passing-down specialist during his NFL career, he…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 15 at 9:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Catches four passes

    McKissic rushed once for two yards while catching all four of his targets for 16 yards during Sunday's 20-7 loss to Minnesota.

    Analysis: Yet again, McKissic finished third among Lions running backs in offensive snaps but still saw more touches than No. 2 runner Ty Johnson. However, Bo Scarbrough (ribs) hasn't slipped from his perch atop the depth chart, and nearly all indications suggest the Alabama product will be finishing the season as Detroit's workhorse. Unless Scarborough's injury is more significant than he's letting on, it seems McKissic will most likely finish the 2019 campaign in his usual change-of-pace role. It's…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 9 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Five touches on Thanksgiving Day

    McKissic rushed twice for nine yards and caught all three of his targets for 15 yards during Thursday's 24-20 loss to Chicago.

    Analysis: With the game tied at 17 and the Lions knocking on the door to the end zone, McKissic got the ball on third-and-one from the four-yard line and was a shoestring tackle away from notching his first rushing touchdown in two years. It was certainly interesting that McKissic got the nod in that situation over the 235-pound Bo Scarbrough, and head coach Matt Patricia said after the game that McKissic stayed on the field because the clock was running and he didn't want to make a late substitution,…read more

    Published: Fri, Nov 29 at 10:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals 20 yards in minor role

    McKissic rushed once for three yards and caught both of his passes for 17 yards during Sunday's 19-16 loss to Washington.

    Analysis: After logging 58 offensive snaps Week 10, McKissic hasn't topped 15 in either of the past two weeks as the recently signed Bo Scarbrough (38 of 75 offensive snaps) and rookie Ty Johnson (27) are now leading the way. While the latter continued to be inefficient with his touches, Scarbrough racked up 98 yards on 18 carries and has easily looked like Detroit's best option out of the backfield since Kerryon Johnson (knee) went down. However, Scarbrough had also been teed up for a nice matchup with…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 25 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Contributes 53 scrimmage yards

    McKissic carried three times for 13 yards and caught three of four targets for 40 yards during Sunday's 35-27 loss to the Cowboys.

    Analysis: McKissic seemed poised to take on a larger share of the carries in this one but the newly signed Bo Scarbrough led the team in that regard. McKissic did pace the backfield in targets, receptions and receiving yards, but he still didn't make an overly impressive impact in that area. McKissic seems limited to change-of-pace and pass-catching duties, regardless of the team's depth chart situation, and this should remain the case next Sunday against the Redskins.

    Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 3:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Handles majority of snaps

    McKissic rushed 10 times for 36 yards and added six catches for 19 yards on seven targets in Sunday's 20-13 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: While McKissic underwhelmed from a yardage standpoint, his heavy involvement in the game plan was an encouraging sign and he ultimately logged 70 parent of the offensive snaps after Ty Johnson (concussion) left the game in the first quarter. The heavy playing time led to him being Detroit's busiest running back with 10 carries while Paul Perkins got seven and Ty Johnson got five, plus McKissic led the entire team in receptions. It's possible Johnson could make it back for Week 11 against…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 2:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads backfield in scrimmage yards

    McKissic carried four times for 32 yards while catching three of four targets for 40 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 31-24 loss to the Raiders.

    Analysis: Although McKissic didn't get many opportunities on the ground, he led the team in rushing yards while averaging eight yards per carry. He also made an impact as a pass catcher, leading the backfield in receiving yardage thanks in part to a 26-yard touchdown reception late in the fourth quarter. McKissic certainly outperformed Ty Johnson in this one and could play a larger role in next Sunday's road matchup with the Bears.

    Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 5:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Workload increase on tap?

    McKissic could see his workload expand after the team placed Tra Carson (hamstring) on injured reserve Saturday.

    Analysis: McKissic and Ty Johnson were expected to handle the majority of the duties out of the backfield after Kerryon Johnson (knee) landed on injured reserve ahead of Week 8, only for the practice-squad call up, Carson, to outcarry the duo 12 to 8 in the win over the Giants. Paul Perkins, who was called up in a corresponding move, could also factor into the expected running back by committee, but of the trio, McKissic is very clearly the best receiving option out of the backfield, which should be a…read more

    Published: Sat, Nov 2 at 1:53pm by Rotowire.com
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