'Solid' Week 1 role expected Fournette is set to have a defined offensive role in the Buccaneers' Week 1 game plan, although how many touches that equates to remains to be seen, Scott Smith of the team's offic... Impact Fournette is listed as the No. 3 running back on the first unofficial depth chart of the regular season, but Arians' comments hint there's at least a possibility that the 2017 first-round pick sees a decent amount of touches. Though Fournette is still naturally getting acclimated to the Buccaneers' offensive scheme, his boss already seems to have a firm idea of how the running back might be able to help in Sunday's opener against the Saints. Arians' plans would likely allow both Fournette and Ronald Jones to get a solid amount of work during the contest, as the coach said the two backs will each "have a role situationally."
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE