JALEEL MCLAUGHLIN NEWS

Jaleel McLaughlin shows off wheels on 12-yard rush | Broncos vs. Packers Running back Jaleel McLaughlin shows off his wheels on a 12-yard rush against the Packers.

AUGUST 19 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Handles seven carries against Colts McLaughlin rushed seven times for 30 yards and caught two of his three targets for 26 yards in Sunday's 34-30 preseason win over the Colts.

Impact McLaughlin played 19 offensive snaps in the Broncos' preseason opener, the most of any Denver running back. The 23-year-old is entering his second season competing for a spot on Denver's depth chart with fellow running backs Javonte Williams, Samaje Perine and Audric Estime. McLaughlin has impressed Denver's coaching staff this offseason, though Williams projects as the favorite for early-down work headed into the 2024 campaign. With Perine likely to handle work on passing downs and Estime profiling as more of an early-down back, it may prove difficult for McLaughlin to handle a consistent workload this season.

AUGUST 12 • ROTOWIRE

QB Bo Nix fires 22-yard completion to RB Jaleel McLaughlin Quarterback Bo Nix connects with running back Jaleel McLaughlin for 22-yard gain to send the Broncos' offense into the red zone.

AUGUST 11 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

RB Jaleel McLaughlin on his mindset: 'I'm always striving to get better at something' Running back Jaleel McLaughlin discusses his approach to 2024, Denver's running back competition and advice he has shared with rookies on th...

AUGUST 5 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Returns healthy for OTAs McLaughlin (head) has been participating in OTAs, Isaiah J. Downing of the Marietta Daily Journal reports.

Impact McLaughlin played all 17 games for the Broncos in 2023 after going undrafted out of Youngstown State last spring, averaging 5.4 yards on 76 carries and 5.2 yards on 31 receptions. He seems to be healthy after suffering a head injury Week 18, but that doesn't necessarily mean he'll have a role in Denver's crowded backfield in 2024. The team still has Javonte Williams and Samaje Perine under contract and recently brought in fifth-round pick Audric Estime and undrafted free agent Blake Watson. Listed at 5-foot-7 and 187 pounds, McLaughlin is the smallest of the bunch, though perhaps the quickest.

MAY 29 • ROTOWIRE

Set for increased workload McLaughlin is expected to have an increased workload Week 18 against Las Vegas, Chris Tomasson of The Denver Gazette reports.

Impact McLaughlin actually started at running back over Javonte Williams against the Chargers in Week 17, though Williams ended up with 31 offensive snaps to McLaughlin's 19. Nonetheless, McLaughlin put together the better performance, outrushing Williams 44 yards to 41 despite getting seven fewer carries. The running backs had an almost identical receiving line (3-18-0 for McLaughlin and 3-17-0 for Williams), and both should again play a role in Denver's season finale against the Raiders on Sunday. The Broncos have been eliminated from playoff contention, and with McLaughlin outperforming Williams of late, there appears to be a chance that the former gets the bulk of the workload against in Las Vegas.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 25, 2023 • NFL.COM

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DECEMBER 25, 2023 • PATRIOTS.COM

Four touches against Detroit McLaughlin carried the ball two times for two yards and secured two of three targets for 16 yards in Saturday's 42-17 loss to the Lions.

Impact McLaughlin played just eight of Denver's 64 offensive snaps in the contest behind starter Javonte Williams (31) and primary backup Samaje Perine (25). With such limited usage, the rookie running back is far off the fantasy radar as anything more than an insurance policy if Williams or Perine were to miss time due to injury. McLaughlin will look to continue his role as a depth option out of the backfield when the Broncos host the Patriots in Week 16.

DECEMBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Five carries in Week 14 McLaughlin rushed five times for 25 yards and caught one of his two targets for seven yards in Sunday's 24-7 win over the Chargers.

Impact McLaughlin handled six touches for the second straight week and was only able to record 32 total yards in the contest. The rookie running back played just 13 of Denver's 67 offensive snaps behind Javonte Williams (40) and Samaje Perine (14). With Williams continuing to see the majority of opportunities out of the Denver backfield, McLaughlin's fantasy utility is extremely limited barring an injury ahead of him. The 23-year-old should not be a consideration for fantasy lineups when the Broncos visit the Lions in Week 15.

DECEMBER 12, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Six touches in loss McLaughlin rushed four times for 15 yards and caught both of his targets for six yards in Sunday's 22-17 loss to the Texans.

Impact McLaughlin continued to operate as the Broncos' No. 3 running back Sunday, playing just nine of Denver's 60 offensive snaps in the contest. Meanwhile, Javonte Williams maintained his lead role with 39 snaps and Samaje Perine was on the field for 12 snaps. McLaughlin is not seeing enough opportunities to produce effectively, diminishing his fantasy utility. Barring an injury to either Williams or Perine, the rookie should not be considered anything more than a possible insurance policy for fantasy purposes. McLaughlin and the Broncos visit the Chargers in Week 14 matchup.

DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jaleel McLaughlin Odds and Prop Bets vs. Browns – NFL Week 12 2023

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NOVEMBER 26, 2023 • DATA SKRIVE

Reels in five grabs McLaughlin had one carry for one yard and caught all five of his targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 21-20 win over the Vikings.

Impact McLaughlin was largely an afterthought in the Broncos' ground attack Sunday, handling just one carry for the first time since Week 2. Instead, the rookie running back was involved more in the passing game as he was able to secure a season-high five catches in the contest. With starter Javonte Williams taking over a larger share of the workload in Denver, McLaughlin has seen his playing time diminish in recent weeks, with Sunday marking the second straight week in which he played just 15 percent of offensive snaps. Barring injuries, McLaughlin should remain off the fantasy radar heading into a Week 12 matchup against the Browns.

NOVEMBER 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Mekhi Blackmon's pad level is perfect on powerful tackle vs. McLaughlin Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Mekhi Blackmon's pad level is perfect on a powerful tackle against Denver Broncos running back Jaleel Mc...

NOVEMBER 20, 2023 • NFL.COM

Jaleel McLaughlin Odds and Prop Bets vs. Vikings – NFL Week 11 2023

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NOVEMBER 19, 2023 • DATA SKRIVE

Jaleel McLaughlin Odds and Prop Bets vs. Bills – NFL Week 10 2023

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NOVEMBER 13, 2023 • DATA SKRIVE

Turns six touches into 39 yards McLaughlin had four carries for 33 yards and caught both of his targets for six yards in Sunday's 24-9 win over Kansas City.

Impact The rookie continues to serve as the primary backup to Javonte Williams, ahead of veteran Samaje Perine. McLaughlin finished with 39 yards on six touches, but his production was dwarfed by Williams' 30 touches for 98 scrimmage yards and a TD. It appears that the team is comfortable giving Williams his full workload after easing him back in from injury earlier in the year. McLaughlin and his Denver teammates will go on a bye in Week 9, resuming play against the Bills on Nov. 13.

OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jaleel McLaughlin Odds and Prop Bets vs. Chiefs – NFL Week 8 2023

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OCTOBER 29, 2023 • DATA SKRIVE

Another efficient showing McLaughlin rushed five times for 45 yards and caught one of two targets for one yard in Sunday's 19-17 win over the Packers.

Impact McLaughlin's performance was highlighted by a game-long rush of 23 yards. While that contribution made for another ultra-efficient outing, as McLaughlin is now averaging 6.9 yards per carry, teammate Javonte Williams turned in a second straight promising showing, totaling 96 yards on 18 touches. Even though Williams is seemingly getting back to his best form as Denver's starter, McLaughlin's playmaking should keep him involved from a backup capacity within Sean Payton's offense.

OCTOBER 23, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

RB Jaleel McLaughlin eludes defenders on a 23-yard rush | Broncos vs. Packers Running back Jaleel McLaughlin goes for 23 yards on a rush against the Green Bay Packers.

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Jaleel McLaughlin's 22-yard TD catch marks RB's third score of 2023 Denver Broncos Jaleel McLaughlin's 22-yard touchdown catch marks the running back's third score of 2023.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • NFL.COM

RB Jaleel McLaughlin puts Denver ahead on 22-yard touchdown reception | Broncos vs. Jets Running back Jaleel McLaughlin scores on a 22-yard touchdown catch against the New York Jets.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

RB Jaleel McLaughlin breaks off a 38-yard rush | Broncos vs. Jets Running back Jaleel McLaughlin gets the Broncos' offense going with a 38-yard gain against the New York Jets.

OCTOBER 8, 2023 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Mile High Morning: RB Jaleel McLaughlin makes GMFB's 'Fabulous Five' list of top rookie performances “Good Morning Football” selected McLaughlin as a standout performer in Week 4.

OCTOBER 4, 2023 • DENVERBRONCOS.COM

Broncos Rookie RB Jaleel McLaughlin Presented With a Game Ball Tip your cap to Denver Broncos undrafted rookie running back Jaleel McLaughlin.

OCTOBER 2, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM