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@KC: #25 vs opposing RB - 25.59 FPA
Bye Week6Rank57% Rostered11.9% Change-0.1WK 16 Pts0.00WK 17 Pts0.00
2020 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@CIN
Win, 16-13
---601-------12.00
2KC
Loss, 20-23
---64-249-----13.30
3CAR
Loss, 16-21
---43-29----15.20
4@TB
Loss, 31-38
---7-326----14.30
5@NO
Loss, 27-30
---29-19-----4.80
6Bye  ------------0.00
7JAX
Win, 39-29
---29-524-----10.30
8@DEN
Loss, 30-31
---32-1-7-----3.50
9LV
Loss, 26-31
---28-531-----10.90
10@MIA
Loss, 21-29
---21--------2.10
11NYJ
Win, 34-28
----2-24-----2.20
12@BUF
Loss, 17-27
---351-------9.50
13NE
Loss, 0-45
-----23-----2.30
14ATL
Win, 20-17
------------0.00
15@LV
Win, 30-27
---8--------0.80
16DEN
Win, 19-16
------------0.00
17@KC
Win, 38-21
------------0.00
2020 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@CIN,
W 16-13
601---12.00
2KC,
L 20-23
64-49--13.30
3CAR,
L 16-21
43-9-15.20
4@TB,
L 31-38
7-26-14.30
5@NO,
L 27-30
29-9--4.80
6Bye-----0.00
7JAX,
W 39-29
29-24--10.30
8@DEN,
L 30-31
32--7--3.50
9LV,
L 26-31
28-31--10.90
10@MIA,
L 21-29
21----2.10
11NYJ,
W 34-28
-2-4--2.20
12@BUF,
L 17-27
351---9.50
13NE,
L 0-45
--3--2.30
14ATL,
W 20-17
-----0.00
15@LV,
W 30-27
8----0.80
16DEN,
W 19-16
-----0.00
17@KC,
W 38-21
-----0.00
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  • 710.30
  • 83.50
  • 910.90
  • 102.10
  • 112.20
  • 129.50
  • 132.30
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  • 150.80
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News

  • Uneven rookie season

    Kelley, who was a healthy scratch in two of the Chargers' final four games, finished his rookie season with 502 total yards and two touchdowns in 11 games.

    Analysis: Kelley's fall from fantasy grace came precipitously as the 23-year-old saw 47 touches in his first three games as a complement to Austin Ekeler before yielding time to Justin Jackson and then Kalen Ballage as the season progressed. By the time Ekeler (quad) returned from his multi-month absence, Kelley had completely fallen out of the rotation in favor of Ballage despite the two having nearly indistinguishably modest yards-per-carry averages. Looking ahead, the UCLA product could have a chance…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 7 at 9:01am by Rotowire.com
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  • Deemed healthy Week 16 scratch

    Kelley (coach's decision) is inactive heading into Sunday's game against the Broncos, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.

    Analysis: Los Angeles will roll with Kalen Ballage and Justin Jackson as secondary backs behind Austin Ekeler during a Week 16 AFC West clash. Kelley's 3.2 yards-per-carry average is uninspiring, while his two lost fumbles on the season motivate the Chargers' coaching staff to search elsewhere for more reliable options.

    Published: Sun, Dec 27 at 11:48am by Rotowire.com
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  • Five offensive snaps in win

    Kelley carried the ball two times for eight yards in Thursday's 30-27 win over the Raiders.

    Analysis: Kelley did next to nothing in this contest largely as a byproduct of just five offensive snaps. The return of Austin Ekeler and emergence of Kalen Ballage has made the rookie running back simply an afterthought, and it's hard to imagine that changing with just two games left to play, especially considering Kelley was a healthy inactive just one game prior.

    Published: Fri, Dec 18 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Back in lineup

    Kelley is active for Thursday's game against the Raiders, Daniel Popper of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: Kelley was a healthy scratch for last week's win over the Falcons, but he'll return to the lineup for Week 15, taking the place of Justin Jackson. When Jackson suited up last week, he saw just two carries for eight yards, so it's unclear what sort of role Kelley will have in the offense. He'll join Austin Ekeler and Kalen Ballage as healthy running backs for the divisional clash.

    Published: Thu, Dec 17 at 4:07pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Inactive Week 14

    Kelley (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Falcons.

    Analysis: Kelley avoided an injury designation for Sunday's contest after dealing with a foot issue, but he'll still be sitting out as a healthy scratch. Austin Ekeler will lead the backfield while Kalen Ballage and Justin Jackson serve as the backup options.

    Published: Sun, Dec 13 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Ready for Week 14

    Kelley (foot) has been cleared to play in Sunday's game versus the Falcons.

    Analysis: Kelley started the week as a non-participant, upgraded to limited status Thursday, and practiced at full speed to close out the week. The rookie has been cleared to play in Week 14. His role is yet to be determined, as Kelley, Austin Ekeler and Kalen Ballage haven't all stayed healthy for an entire game this season. Kelley, Ballage and Justin Jackson (IR - knee) are all candidates to handle the No. 2 backfield role for the remainder of the year.

    Published: Fri, Dec 11 at 3:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Status takes positive turn

    Kelley (foot) was a limited participant during Thursday's practice session.

    Analysis: The UCLA product was unable to participate in any capacity Wednesday, having been forced to exit Sunday's 45-0 loss to the Patriots after three offensive snaps. The injury-induced departure naturally led to a dip from Kelley's average of 26.2 offensive snaps per game, as he managed just two catches for three yards in the contest. His status is now trending in the right direction, however, as L.A. prepares to host the Falcons' 12th-ranked rush defense Sunday afternoon.

    Published: Thu, Dec 10 at 3:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Unable to practice Wednesday

    Kelley (foot) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice.

    Analysis: Kelley was forced out of Sunday's loss to the Patriots with what was initially termed as an ankle issue, but the team clarified the nature of his injury with the release of its first Week 14 practice report. The rookie's absence from practice to start the week is a discouraging sign ahead of Sunday's game versus the Falcons, but he'll have two more opportunities to increase his on-field work. Troymaine Pope (neck) -- who was also limited Wednesday -- would be next in line to serve as Los…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 9 at 4:36pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Hurts ankle against Pats

    Kelley (ankle) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Patriots.

    Analysis: Kelley's injury occurred with Los Angeles getting blown out in the fourth quarter. He had two catches for three yards and no carries prior to getting injured while working in a third-string role behind Austin Ekeler and Kalen Ballage.

    Published: Sun, Dec 6 at 4:14pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Touchdown overshadowed in loss

    Kelley carried the ball seven times for 35 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-17 loss to the Bills.

    Analysis: Kelley scored his first touchdown since Week 1 and also saw his first game with more than 32 rushing yards since Week 3, yet he was completely overshadowed by the return of Austin Ekeler (hamstring), who immediately emerged as the team's primary option at running back and registered 129 total yards. It'll be interesting to see if Kelley or Kalen Ballage, who didn't play Sunday due to an ankle/calf injury, ends up handling Ekeler's leftovers moving forward. The Chargers square off against a…read more

    Published: Sun, Nov 29 at 2:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Season low in snaps

    Kelley ran four times and lost two yards in Sunday's 34-28 win against the Jets. He also caught both of his targets for four yards.

    Analysis: It's clear Kelley has been surpassed on the depth chart by Kalen Ballage (55 snaps Sunday), but crucially the rookie is not expected to operate as the between-the-tackles ball carrier with the expected return of Austin Ekeler (knee/hamstring). The season-low 11 snaps also put him behind scatback Troymaine Pope (16), although the latter likely reverts to a special teams ace once Ekeler is able to take the field. The 23-year-old Kelley hardly figures to be an attractive fantasy asset so long as…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 24 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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  • Playing time sapped away

    Kelley carried the ball seven times for 21 yards in the 29-21 loss Sunday to the Dolphins.

    Analysis: After seeing a season high in snaps last week, Kelley completely fell to the wayside in favor of Kalen Ballage. At this point, it's clear the Chargers are trying to pivot away from giving meaningful opportunities for the rookie running back, which makes sense considering Kelley is averaging just 3.2 yards-per-carry across nearly 100 attempts this year. With the imminent return of Austin Ekeler (hamstring), it wouldn't be surprising at all to see Ballage replace Kelley as the between-the-tackles…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 17 at 7:34am by Rotowire.com
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  • Leads backfield in snaps

    Kelley carried the ball nine times for 28 yards during Sunday's 31-26 loss to the Raiders. He also caught all five of his targets for 31 yards.

    Analysis: Even with the Chargers offense missing two of its essential players, Justin Jackson (knee, injured in first quarter) and Austin Ekeler (hamstring), Kelley did not put up the numbers that some would have expected. While Kelley was unsuccessful in making it to the end zone, he did have the highest number of snaps (43) among running backs and tied for his season high in snaps as well. Still, it wasn't enough to surpass Saturday's practice-squad callup, Kalen Ballage, who dramatically took…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 10 at 8:41am by Rotowire.com
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  • Effort critiqued by head coach

    Coach Anthony Lynn said Wednesday that Kelley has been "running timid lately," Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.

    Analysis: Kelley appears to be working behind both Justin Jackson and Troymaine Pope (concussion) in Los Angeles' backfield at this point. Jackson led the way with 17 carries in Sunday's loss to the Broncos, while Pope logged 10 and Kelley ran seven times for 32 yards. Aside from an early 22-yard gain, Kelley was held to 10 yards on his other six carries, and he took a seven-yard loss on his lone reception. Lynn noted that he remains confident Kelley will "turn it around," but the rookie will need to…read more

    Published: Wed, Nov 4 at 11:45am by Rotowire.com
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  • Limited role in offense

    Kelley carried the ball seven times for 32 yards in Week 8 against the Broncos. He added one reception for -7 yards.

    Analysis: Kelley finished with the fewest carries out of a trio of backs for the Chargers that also included Justin Jackson and Troymaine Pope. He did manage a 22-yard gain on the team's third drive of the game, attacking behind the left side of the offensive line. Kelley was otherwise held in check, managing only 10 yards on his six other carries combined. Though Austin Ekeler (hamstring) isn't on the verge of a return, Jackson has overtaken Kelley in terms of efficiency across the past few weeks.

    Published: Sun, Nov 1 at 9:31pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds little running room in win

    Kelley rushed 12 times for 29 yards and caught all five of his targets for 24 yards in Sunday's 39-29 win over the Jaguars.

    Analysis: Kelley out-touched Justin Jackson 17-10, but neither running back contributed much in the high-scoring affair. It's encouraging to see the rookie wrestle back the majority of the workload after Jackson posted 94 scrimmage yards to Kelley's 38 last week, but Kelley's averaging just 3.1 yards per carry on 75 totes through his first six games. Kelley will look to improve that efficiency at home against the Broncos in Week 8, while Jackson should continue to be his primary competition for playing…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 25 at 5:02pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Meager showing versus Saints

    Kelley rushed 11 times for 29 yards and caught his lone target for nine yards in Monday night's 30-27 overtime loss to the Saints.

    Analysis: Kelley was bottled up against a consistently stout Saints rush defense. In contrast, fellow tailback Justin Jackson rushed 15 times for 71 yards, but 36 of those came on one play. While that evidences the tough sledding on average Monday, Jackson's comparatively hot hand enabled him to get involved more in the passing game as well, as he finished with five catches for 23 yards. As long as usual starter Austin Ekeler (hamstring) is sidelined, the production split between Kelley and Jackson will…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 12 at 9:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could see playing-time bump

    Kelley could see more opportunities with top running back Austin Ekeler (hamstring) expected to miss the next 4-to-6 weeks, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Kelley wasn't particularly impressive in relief of an injured Ekeler in Sunday's loss to the Buccaneers, as he carried the ball nine times for seven yards while also committing an egregious fumble near the end of the first half, which allowed Tampa Bay to gain momentum in its eventual come-from-behind win. The fumble was the rookie's second in as many weeks, but coach Anthony Lynn didn't seem to lose much confidence in Kelley, who still played a season-high 57 percent of the offensive snaps.…read more

    Published: Wed, Oct 7 at 7:07am by Rotowire.com
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  • Can't find running room in loss

    Kelley rushed nine times for seven yards and brought in all three targets for 26 yards in the Chargers' 38-31 loss to the Buccaneers on Sunday. He also lost a fumble.

    Analysis: The rookie fourth-round pick had an opportunity to assume control of the backfield after Austin Ekeler exited the game for good in the first quarter due to a hamstring injury, but Kelley found the sledding to be extremely rough versus the Buccaneers' typically stalwart front seven. Additionally, his late first-half fumble at the Chargers' eight-yard line helped ignite a Buccaneers comeback that led to Tampa Bay scoring 35 points from that point onward. Kelley did appear to soak up some of…read more

    Published: Sun, Oct 4 at 2:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fumbles in loss

    Kelley carried the ball eight times for 43 yards and also caught both of his targets for nine yards in the 21-16 loss Sunday to the Panthers. He also lost a fumble.

    Analysis: Kelley took a back seat to Austin Ekeler in this one as the Chargers fell behind early. Part of that reason was because of the rookie's second-quarter fumble off a 16-yard run. That turnover set up the Panthers' lone touchdown and also a two-score lead. It's possible Kelley might find tough sledding again next week with the Chargers set to square off against a high-powered Buccaneers unit.

    Published: Sun, Sep 27 at 5:28pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Racks up over 100 yards Sunday

    Kelley carried the ball a team-high 23 times for 64 yards and caught two of three targets for 49 yards in Sunday's 23-20 overtime loss to Kansas City.

    Analysis: It's noteworthy that Kelley saw a bigger workload than Austin Ekeler in a close game, with the rookie getting 25 touches to the more senior back's 20 -- although Ekeler was more productive with 148 scrimmage yards. The Chargers' backfield increasingly looks like a 1A/1B arrangement rather than Kelley being confined to backup duties, but that could still lead to big numbers for both backs in Week 3 against a Panthers run defense that's already been lit up by Josh Jacobs and Leonard Fournette…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 6:33pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Slated for top depth role

    Kelley is expected to serve as the top understudy to Austin Ekeler in Sunday's game against the Chiefs with Justin Jackson (quadriceps) listed as doubtful and not expected to play, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Kelley enjoyed a productive NFL debut in the Chargers' Week 1 win over the Bengals, playing only 24 percent of the offensive snaps and finishing with 12 carries for 60 yards and a touchdown. The Chargers may not have the luxury of operating a run-heavy game plan versus a heavily favored Chiefs team, so Kelley could struggle to replicate his Week 1 usage with Ekeler working as the clear top pass-catching back on the roster.

    Published: Sun, Sep 20 at 5:18am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores first career touchdown

    Kelley carried the ball 12 times for 60 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 16-13 win over the Bengals.

    Analysis: Kelley was a crucial factor in the team's offense after the first half, registering all 12 carries over the final 24 minutes. Kelley was in contention with Justin Jackson for the backup job all throughout training camp, and while Jackson did see two carries in the first half, it was quickly apparent Kelley's nimble running style was the more productive option. Kelley was bumped up to the No. 2 role when Jackson left the game with an injury. Perhaps not surprisingly, Kelley took a similar role…read more

    Published: Sun, Sep 13 at 5:41pm by Rotowire.com
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  • In contention for backup job

    Kelley remains in a tight battle with Justin Jackson for the No. 2 running back spot behind Austin Ekeler, Gilbert Manzano of The Orange County Register reports.

    Analysis: It was a tremendous week of practice for Kelley, who began Monday on the third unit ,only to eventually see first-team action by Thursday. The nearly 6-foot running back brings a bit more power to his game -- which ultimately could make him a more optimal No. 2 behind the sturdy yet smaller Ekeler -- but Jackson has been impressive in brief stints at the NFL level as well, especially as a change-of-pace back.

    Published: Sat, Aug 22 at 10:47am by Rotowire.com
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