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Snell hauled in his lone target for seven yards in Sunday's 15-10 win over the Browns.

Snell wasn't on the field for any offensive snaps in the Steelers' Week 6 win over the Seahawks, but he played three offensive snaps against Cleveland. However, his snap count lagged behind fellow depth options Anthony McFarland and Kalen Ballage.

Robinson (heel) is expected to be day-to-day after the results of Monday's tests, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Robinson only handled four carries for 22 yards before being forced out of Sunday's 31-7 loss to the Seahawks due to a bruised heel. It's a major relief for fantasy managers to hear that the standout running back has escaped a severe injury, but his availability for Week 9 nonetheless appears less than certain. In the event that Robinson isn't able to get healthy in time for next Sunday's matchup against Buffalo, Carlos Hyde would be the likely favorite to lead Jacksonville's backfield.

McFarland rushed once for one yard in Sunday's 15-10 win over the Browns.

McFarland made his season debut after missing the first six games with a knee injury, but he was on the field for just seven offensive snaps. Although he saw slightly more playing time than Kalen Ballage and Benny Snell, he has limited fantasy upside behind lead back Najee Harris.

McNichols could be in line for a bigger role due to Derrick Henry's foot injury, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

The Titans are waiting for official word on the extent of the damage to Henry's foot. Regardless of whether he is ruled out for the rest of the season, it appears that the NFL's rushing leader could be in line for a lengthy absence. McNichols has served as the Titans' No. 2 back for the entire season, though he has only seven rushing attempts across eight games. It's also possible that the team searches for help outside the organization at the trade deadline, particularly given that Darrynton Evans (knee) has been ruled out for the rest of the campaign.

Dallas rushed once for six yards in Sunday's 31-7 win over the Jaguars.

Dallas handled just two offensive snaps. The second-year running back has played more than three offensive snaps just twice this season, but he continues to make an impact on kick returns. Barring a slew of injuries, Dallas' role isn't expected to change.

Penny rushed seven times for seven yards in Sunday's 31-7 win over the Jaguars.

Penny finished second on the team in carries behind Alex Collins (10), but he was brutally inefficient for the second straight week. In Week 7, he gained nine yards on six carries. Perhaps he's still getting back into the groove after a long injury layoff, but it's equally as likely that he's not going to become the player the Seahawks thought they were drafting in the first round back in 2018. He'll likely be a change-of-pace back again in Week 10 against the Packers.

Homer rushed four times for nine yards and caught his lone target for three yards in Sunday's 31-7 win over the Jaguars. He also returned a Jacksonville onside kick for a touchdown in the fourth quarter.

Homer finished second among Seahawks running backs with 17 offensive snaps, as Alex Collins led the backfield with 27. However, he made his biggest play of the season on special teams, snagging the onside kick and returning it 44 yards for a score. Homer's role is secure on passing downs, but he has only generated 165 scrimmage yards through eight games.

Jones rushed three times for 13 yards and brought in his only target for six yards in the Buccaneers' 36-27 loss to the Saints on Sunday.

A week after logging 10 carries in a blowout win over the Bears, Jones was back down to a relatively meager role Sunday, although the running game as a whole took a backseat against the Saints. Jones' clear backup role has no ambiguity attached, however, and he figures to continue serving as a seldom-used understudy to Leonard Fournette when the Buccaneers return from a Week 9 bye to face Washington.

Henry (foot) broke his fifth metatarsal bone during Sunday's 34-31 overtime win over the Colts, Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reports.

The Titans are still waiting on the results of an MRI to verify the severity of Henry's injury, but Adam Schefter of ESPN suggests that the damage could potentially be season-ending. As Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports, Henry actually managed to return to Sunday's contest after suffering the injury, ultimately taking 28 carries for just 68 yards, but after the game he had to be carted around in the stadium. Behind Henry, Jeremy McNichols has handled the No. 2 gig and a passing-down role for Tennessee this season.

Freeman rushed six times for 25 yards in Sunday's 19-13 win over the Falcons.

Freeman was efficient with his opportunities but saw recent signing Ameer Abdullah take on a larger role than him, as Abdullah garnered 11 touches in his Carolina debut. Chuba Hubbard commanded 25 touches as the starter, so it was a busy backfield for the Panthers. However, with Christian McCaffrey (hamstring) reportedly on track to return in Week 9 versus the Patriots, Freeman and company should all see their respective roles reduced.