Even after ugly weekend, Cardinals control playoff fate
The Arizona Cardinals once again control their playoff fate, even after an ugly 20-12 loss to the San Francisco 49ersDECEMBER 28, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
KENYAN DRAKE
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Finds end zone amid tough sledding Drake carried 18 times for 45 yards and a touchdown while catching both his targets for five additional yards during Sunday's 20-12 loss to the 49ers.
Impact Drake carried the mail after Chase Edmonds (hip) left the game in the second quarter, but he averaged just 2.5 yards per carry and did little as a pass catcher as well. He salvaged his day from a fantasy perspective with a leaping one-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter, giving him a career-high 10 touchdowns for the season. Although he's scored six times in the last six games, Drake has averaged fewer than 3.0 yards per carry each of the last two and will look to improve from a yardage perspective in next Saturday's matchup with the Rams.
DECEMBER 27, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Third-string QB Beathard throws 3 TDs, 49ers stun Cardinals
Third-string quarterback CDECEMBER 27, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kenyan Drake's astronomical leap nets Cards TD early in fourth Arizona Cardinals running back Kenyan Drake's astronomical leap nets Cards touchdown early in fourth against the San Francisco 49ers.
DECEMBER 27, 2020 • NFL.COM
Chase Edmonds Injury Updates Boosts Kenyan Drake Fantasy Outlook The Arizona Cardinals' backfield may be a bit depleted this week as running back Chase Edmonds is not practicing due to an ankle/knee injury...
DECEMBER 24, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM
Kenyan Drake keeps having reps stolen by Chase Edmonds With two games to go and a potential playoff appearance on the line, the indecision on a clear starter for the Arizona Cardinals has held th...
DECEMBER 23, 2020 • RAISINGZONA.COM
2021 scouting preview: A new hope in New York for Sam Darnold, the end of Kenyan Drake in Arizona and more Michael Salfino spins his Week 15 observations to 2021, speculating about the futures of Sam Darnold, Kenyan Drake, Cam Newton and more.
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Produces 40 scrimmage yards Drake carried 10 times for 26 yards and caught both his targets for an additional 14 yards during Sunday's 33-26 win over the Eagles.
Impact Drake managed just 2.6 yards per carry as his long gain went for just eight yards. He caught both passes thrown his way but didn't break off any big gains in that department either as he finished with just 40 scrimmage yards. Meanwhile, Chase Edmonds came through with 66 yards and a touchdown on 14 touches and split time with Drake on the most crucial drives in the second half. Drake had scored five touchdowns in the four games heading into this one and will look to bounce back next Saturday against the 49ers.
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Could benefit if Edmonds sits Drake will likely be in store for a heavier workload Sunday against the Eagles in the event Chase Edmonds (ankle) -- who is considered a game-day decision -- isn't available to pla...
Impact When both Drake and Edmonds have been available this season, the Cardinals have favored a two-pronged approach to the backfield, with the former serving as the team's top ballcarrier and the latter representing the preferred pass-catching option. Edmonds' balky ankle may force the Cardinals to deviate from that plan, however, potentially opening the door for Drake to serve as a true bellcow for the first time all season. If that's the case, Drake should have a clear path to 20-plus touches, as the Cardinals' other depth options at the position -- Jonathan Ward, Eno Benjamin and practice-squad player D.J. Foster -- have combined to play just eight offensive snaps this season and don't appear to be serious threats to steal work. Those contemplating using Drake in DFS contests or in season-long leagues will want to keep an eye on Edmonds' status, which should gain clarity when Arizona releases its inactive list 90 minutes prior to Sunday's 4:05 p.m. ET kickoff.
DECEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
FanDuel Hurry Up: Start Kyler Murray Or Pair Him With Kenyan Drake In Week 15 We’re officially in the homestretch of the 2020 NFL season, and we’ve seen players rise and fall for a number of reasons. On today’s episode...
DECEMBER 18, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM
Dolphins have been a thorn the past two decades but Patriots will play the spoiler on Sunday - The Boston Globe The Kenyan Drake play in 2018 and last year's mind-numbing, regular-season finale loss at home come to mind.
DECEMBER 18, 2020 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
Murray throws TD, Cards end 3-game skid, beat red-hot Giants
Haason Reddick had a franchise-record five sacks and the Arizona Cardinals spoiled the return of Giants quarterback Daniel Jones by moving back into a playoff spot with a 26-7 vict...DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Continues TD binge in win Drake (hip) rushed 23 times for 80 yards and a touchdown while catching his lone target for 10 yards in Sunday's 26-7 win over the Giants.
Impact Drake was stuffed at the one-yard line on Arizona's opening drive, which ended with a turnover on downs after an incomplete pass on the ensuing play. He converted from the same distance against a significantly more tired Giants defense to put the Cardinals up 20-0 in the third quarter with his ninth rushing touchdown of the season and fifth in his last four games. Drake out-touched Chase Edmonds 24-11 in this one and should continue to lead Arizona's backfield in Week 15 against the Eagles.
DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Jumpman, jumpman! Kenyan Drake goes up and over for TD Jumpman, jumpman! Arizona Cardinals running back Kenyan Drake goes up and over for a rushing touchdown.
DECEMBER 13, 2020 • NFL.COM
Playing Week 14 Drake (hip) is active for Sunday's road game against the Giants.
Impact Drake made an appearance midweek on the Cardinals' injury report and wrapped it up with back-to-back limited sessions. A hip issue was to blame, but it won't stop him from suiting up Sunday, when he'll take on a Giants defense that has allowed 132.3 yards from scrimmage per game and 11 touchdowns to running back this season.
DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Kenyan Drake Injury Update Boosts Week 14 Fantasy Outlook After dropping four of the last five games, the Arizona Cardinals will to get back on track against the New York Giants in Week 14. The Card...
DECEMBER 13, 2020 • FANDUEL.COM
Expected to play Sunday Drake (hip) is expected to play Sunday against the Giants, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Impact Per the report, the same applies to top wideout DeAndre Hopkins (neck/back). The status of both key cogs in Arizona's offense will be officially confirmed prior to the first wave of kickoffs Sunday, with the Cardinals facing the Giants at 1:00 ET.
DECEMBER 13, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
DeAndre Hopkins, Kenyan Drake, Zane Gonzalez questionable for Cardinals vs. Giants Kliff Kingsbury sounds optimistic about Hopkins and Drake.
DECEMBER 11, 2020 • USATODAY.COM
Should play through hip injury Drake (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Giants, with coach Kliff Kingsbury suggesting he expects the running back to play, Art Stapleton of The Bergen R...
Impact Drake was added to the injury report Thursday, logging back-to-back limited practices to close out the week. He should be fine to handle his usual backfield role, taking the majority of carries while Chase Edmonds gets most of the playing time on passing snaps. Edmonds would be in line for a three-down workload if Drake makes an unexpected appearance on the inactive list before Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff.
DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Giants QB Jones practices, questionable vs. Cardinals
New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is listed as questionable for the game against the Arizona Cardinals on SundayDECEMBER 11, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Practicing again Friday Drake (hip) is practicing Friday, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Impact Drake was a mid-week addition to the injury report, with limited participation in Thursday's session. His presence Friday suggests the hip issue isn't serious, but the Cardinals could still decide to list him with a game designation on their final injury report.
DECEMBER 11, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Picks up hip injury Drake (hip) was a listed as limited on Thursday's injury report, Darren Urban of the Cardinals' official site reports.
Impact Drake has contended with a number of injuries this season, including a slight ligament tear in his ankle that sidelined him Week 9. Having said that, he wasn't on Wednesday's report at all, so the hip injury may have occurred in practice. As a result, Drake's status will be one to monitor as the weekend draws closer.
DECEMBER 10, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to start and sit for NFL Week 14
Week 14 is playoff time in most fantasy leagues, a time for owners to embark on a run to a championshipDECEMBER 9, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Skidding Cardinals running out of time to get back on track
Arizona’s once-rolling offense has hit the skids the past couple of weeksDECEMBER 7, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Finds end zone in loss to Rams Drake carried the ball 10 times for 49 yards and a touchdown and caught two of three targets for nine yards in Sunday's 38-28 loss to the Rams.
Impact While the yardage wasn't impressive, Drake's four-yard TD run in the fourth quarter brought the Cards to within a field goal before the Rams pulled away. He's already set a new career high in rushing yards this season, and Sunday's score tied his career high with eight rushing touchdowns. Drake could be productive again in Week 14 against a Giants defense that stifled Russell Wilson in an upset win over Seattle but gave up 110 scrimmage yards and a TD to Chris Carson.
DECEMBER 7, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
