Shock Linwood

Baylor averaged 326 yards per game on the ground last season, ranking second in the nation, and Linwood was a big reason why. The 5-9, 200 pound back torched opposing defenses for 1,329 yards and 10 touchdowns on 196 carries (6.78 YPC). Baylor once again looks primed to have a menacing run game this season, but Linwood’s time as the unquestioned lead back may have run its course. Johnny Jefferson’s torrid end of the 2015 season may have put him atop the RB depth chart, but if not, he’ll still cut into Linwood’s carries this year. Still, even if Linwood’s workload drops, he should still be a lock for well over 100 carries and plenty of red zone carries. If he’s able to maintain his per-carry efficiency, Linwood should still have a fantasy relevant campaign in 2016 -- it’s just difficult to imagine him pushing for 200 carries again in that crowded backfield.