- Frank Gore
- #20
- Team BUF
- Pos RB
- Status DNPDid Not Practice
- Owner FA
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Minor role in major win
Gore carried the ball nine times for just 11 yards and caught his only target for 14 yards during Thursday's win in Dallas.
Analysis: Gore once again took a back seat to impressive rookie Devin Singletary, who topped 100 scrimmage yards for the second straight week. Unless something happens to Singletary, Gore is now firmly supplanted in the role of mentor and occasional change-of-pace carrier.
Published: Thu, Nov 28 at 10:33pm by Rotowire.com
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Tops Barry Sanders on all-time list
Gore ran for 65 yards on 15 carries during Sunday's 20-3 win over Denver.
Analysis: Gore did the bulk of his damage midway through the third quarter on a 27-yard sweep to the left, but a seven-yard run up the gut in the fourth quarter will get plenty more highlights. On that run, Gore passed Barry Sanders for third on the all-time rushing list. Despite the recent success of rookie Devin Singletary, Gore still leads the Bills in rushing on the season and flashed some of his old self in a run-heavy game plan Sunday. If the Bills show a more balanced attack Thursday in Dallas,…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 24 at 2:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Plodding along
Gore carried 11 times for 27 yards and caught one of two targets for 18 yards during Sunday's victory over the Dolphins.
Analysis: Devin Singletary -- who has passed Gore on the depth chart -- saw 15 carries Sunday to Gore's 11. The latter hasn't averaged better than 3.8 yards per carry over the last four games, and hasn't seen the end zone since Week 3. With bye weeks just about over throughout the league, Gore doesn't hold much value even if he does serve as a decent senior leader and change-of-pace option for the Bills.
Published: Sun, Nov 17 at 10:24pm by Rotowire.com
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Back seat to Singletary
Gore carried five times for just 12 yards and caught his only target for four yards in Sunday's loss to the Browns.
Analysis: The 36-year-old is still part of the weekly game plan, but he's not hitting the holes like he was earlier in the season and rookie Devin Singletary (eight carries for 42 yards and three catches Sunday) clearly has the bigger spark. Gore was fantasy useable earlier this season with Singletary sidelined with a hamstring injury, but that time seems to have passed and the former seems resigned to a change-of-pace role the rest of the way. Perhaps the Bills will use Gore around the goal line, but…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 10 at 10:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Shut down by Washington front seven
Gore managed only 15 yards on 11 carries and did not record a reception during Sunday's 24-9 win against the Redskins.
Analysis: Prior to Week 9, Gore had garnered an average of 7.5 more carries per game than Devin Singletary in four contests in which both running backs were active. The script was completely flipped Sunday, however, as Singletary peeled off gains of seven, nine, 17 and 49 yards in the first half, and apparently convinced the coaching staff to stay with the hot hand -- fielding 14 touches to Gore's four during the second half. Upcoming in Week 10, Gore and Singletary will split carries against a Cleveland…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 3 at 3:47pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in Week 8 loss
Gore rushed nine times for 34 yards and wasn't targeted in the passing game in Sunday's 31-13 loss to the Eagles.
Analysis: Gore got nine rushing attempts to Devin Singletary's three, but Singletary scored a receiving touchdown and both players were out-rushed by quarterback Josh Allen, who carried the ball eight times for 45 yards. Allen's always a threat to vulture a short touchdown and Singletary is the more explosive Bills running back, so volume is the only thing keeping Gore relevant, and that goes out the window in games like this one when the Bills fall behind.
Published: Sun, Oct 27 at 2:58pm by Rotowire.com
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Compiles 66 total yards
Gore rushed 11 times for 55 yards and secured his only target for 11 yards in the Bills' 31-21 win over the Dolphins on Sunday.
Analysis: Facing the team he'd spent 2018 with, Gore had a rather modest performance overall. The veteran back didn't see as high of a workload as may have been projected pregame, as the Dolphins were a lot more competitive than anticipated, and rookie Devin Singletary also vultured seven carries overall. Gore does continue to demonstrate impressive efficiency, as he's now averaged 5.0 yards per carry or more in three of the last four contests. Gore will look to put together another productive effort in…read more
Published: Sun, Oct 20 at 1:59pm by Rotowire.com
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Singletary to return
Gore's teammate Devin Singletary (hamstring) practiced fully all week and is expected to play Sunday against the Dolphins.
Analysis: While it's true Singletary adds a dimension Gore lost years ago and the Bills will give the rookie his share of touches, Gore's rushing attempts have been managed at between 11 and 19 every single game without notable variance whether Singletary has been in the lineup or not. Singletary's future usage is certainly worth monitoring for Gore owners -- much more than reserve back T.J. Yeldon -- but for Week 7 the veteran Gore still seems like a pretty sturdy play. The Dolphins yield the second…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 18 at 12:53pm by Rotowire.com
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Gains 69 yards
Gore ran for 60 yards on 14 carries and added nine yards on two catches during Sunday's 14-7 win over Tennessee.
Analysis: Even without rookie Devin Singletary (hamstring), Gore put together his lowest yardage total since Week 1 against a fairly stout Titans defense. Coming into Sunday, Gore had at least 80 yards in three consecutive games. Look for him to make it four times in five games as Buffalo's Week 7 opponent, Miami, has surrendered a NFL-high 175.8 rushing yards per game.
Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 1:34pm by Rotowire.com
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No Singletary vs. Titans
Gore's teammate Devin Singletary has been ruled out of the Week 5 contest against the Titans due to a lingering hamstring injury.
Analysis: The rookie has been practicing and tested the injury out pregame, but the Bills ultimately decided he wasn't ready. With a bye coming up Week 6, they'll play it safe and sit Singletary for one more week. That means Gore will have most of the carries to himself Sunday, with T.J. Yeldon picking up just a few to go with his passing-game role.
Published: Sun, Oct 6 at 8:35am by Rotowire.com
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Week 5 workload still in limbo
Gore's teammate Devin Singletary is listed as questionable with a hamstring injury for Sunday's game in Tennessee.
Analysis: Singletary's status is a true game-time decision. The rookie has missed the last two games, but was close to playing last week and practiced on a limited basis each day this week. Gore saw his lowest number of rushing attempts (11) in the one game Singletary completed, while he averaged 16.7 carries per game over the last three contests. Gore's value is a good deal higher if his teammate is out of the lineup Sunday, as T.J. Yeldon doesn't pose much of a threat as a rusher and is more of a…read more
Published: Fri, Oct 4 at 12:17pm by Rotowire.com
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Fourth man to rush for 15,000 yards
Gore rushed 17 times for 109 yards and failed to haul in his lone target in Sunday's 16-10 loss to New England.
Analysis: Gore became the fourth player in NFL history to eclipse 15,000 career rushing yards, breaking off a few long runs to pace Buffalo's offense while the passing game struggled. He was stopped at the 1-yard line twice on the Bills' lone touchdown drive before watching quarterback Josh Allen take it in himself on fourth down. Allen later left the game with a concussion, muddying the waters even further for an offense that's already missing rookie running back Devin Singletary (hamstring). Gore…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 2:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Set to lead Week 4 backfield
With Devin Singletary (hamstring) inactive, Gore is once again in line to head the Bills' rushing attack Sunday against the Patriots.
Analysis: T.J. Yeldon is on hand to work in a complementary role, but Gore will be the team's lead back Sunday. He'll have his work cut out for him in Week 4, however, with the Patriots defense having allowed an average of just 36.7 rushing yards per game three weeks into the season.
Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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Likely set for another lead role
Gore is likely to serve as the Bills' lead option on the ground Sunday against the Patriots with Devin Singletary (hamstring) expected to sit out, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Singletary closed the week with limited practice sessions Thursday and Friday to garner a questionable designation heading into Sunday, but the Bills are apparently inclined to withhold the rookie from action for another game while he remains hobbled by the hamstring injury. Assuming Singletary is inactive for the contest, Gore and T.J. Yeldon would be the team's only available backs, with the latter likely to handle the majority of the work on passing downs. When Singletary sat out the Week 3…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 29 at 5:55am by Rotowire.com
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Scores winning TD
Gore rushed 14 times for 76 yards and a touchdown while catching both of his targets for 13 yards in Sunday's 21-17 win over the Bengals.
Analysis: Gore got 16 touches to T.J. Yeldon's 10 while promising rookie running back Devin Singletary sat out due to a hamstring injury. The veteran running back's one-yard touchdown with 1:50 left in the fourth quarter turned a 17-14 deficit into a 21-17 lead that Buffalo wouldn't relinquish. Gore has enjoyed solid volume with the 3-0 Bills often playing from ahead thus far, but that could change when the 3-0 Patriots come to town in Week 4.
Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 2:34pm by Rotowire.com
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On track for Week 3 start
Gore is expected to start and receive "significant carries" with Devin Singletary (hamstring) ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Singletary's absence leaves Gore and T.J. Yeldon as the lone healthy running backs on the roster. Yeldon is expected to see most of his involvement on passing downs, leaving Gore to draw the bulk of the snaps on early downs and third- or fourth-and-short situations. The arrangement makes Gore a less appealing commodity in PPR formats, but the promise of a healthy workload on the ground -- should the game flow allow for it -- has the 36-year-old's overall fantasy stock on the rise. Through the…read more
Published: Sun, Sep 22 at 6:58am by Rotowire.com
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Should benefit with Singletary out
Gore's teammate Devin Singletary (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Cincinnati.
Analysis: Gore joined the Bills amid a crowded backfield, but he's quickly won over the coaching staff as a strong locker room presence. Now LeSean McCoy is playing elsewhere and the biggest remaining threat to Gore's workload is injured. T.J. Yeldon will pick up some extra work this weekend -- namely in the passing game -- but if the favored Bills control this game early, Gore could be looking at a 20-plus-carry outing.
Published: Fri, Sep 20 at 9:44am by Rotowire.com
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Heavier workload?
Gore's teammate Devin Singletary is not practicing for a second straight day Thursday.
Analysis: Gore and T.J. Yeldon would be in store for higher workloads Sunday against the Bengals if the exciting rookie can't go, so Gore owners should clearly be following Singletary's status from here. The 36-year-old has posted a plodding-but-somewhat-valuable 30-83-1 line in the running game through two contest while adding two catches for 15 yards. It's not going to be pretty for Gore at this stage of his career, but the volume may be there for at least one more week, something that can be useful…read more
Published: Thu, Sep 19 at 9:15am by Rotowire.com
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Handles heavy load in Week 2 win
Gore rushed 19 times for 68 yards and a touchdown while catching both of his targets for 15 yards in Sunday's 28-14 win over the Giants.
Analysis: After watching quarterback Josh Allen and rookie Devin Singletary both score rushing touchdowns in the first half, Gore converted a one-yard rushing touchdown of his own in the fourth quarter. Singletary exited with a hamstring injury, which could slow his bid to cut into Gore's workload moving forward. The most appealing aspect of Gore's fantasy profile is his volume, as the 36-year-old running back is averaging a paltry 2.9 yards per carry through two games.
Published: Sun, Sep 15 at 2:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Coach affirms role
Coach Sean McDermott stated Wednesday that Gore remains the team's top running back on the depth chart, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports. "Frank Gore and then we bring in Devin [Singletary] and then we bring in TJ [Yeldon]," McDermott said, when asked about the team's starting running back.
Analysis: Gore better get going if he wants to keep that spot, as he rushed 11 times for just 20 yards in the Week 1 win over the Jets, while the flashy rookie Singletary carried four times for 70 yards. The 36-year-old hasn't scored a rushing touchdown since Week 12 of the 2017 season despite relatively good health. Singletary is clearly the back to own in this offense, and it may only be a matter of time before McDermott changes his tune in his pressers. For now at least, there's modest value for Gore…read more
Published: Wed, Sep 11 at 11:26am by Rotowire.com
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Soundly outplayed by Singletary
Gore rushed 11 times for 20 yards but wasn't targeted in the passing game in Sunday's 17-16 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Gore got 11 carries to Devin Singletary's four, but Singletary gained 70 yards on the ground to Gore's 20. With a subpar offensive line in front of him and a much more explosive running back 14 years his junior battling him for touches, the 36-year-old Gore will have a hard time carving out much fantasy value in Week 2 against the Giants or beyond.
Published: Sun, Sep 8 at 3:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Listed atop posted depth chart
The Bills' posted running back depth chart lists Gore ahead of Devin Singletary and T.J. Yeldon.
Analysis: Per the team's official site, the Bills plan to "feature a rotation of Singletary, Gore and Yeldon out of the backfield this season." The fact that in such a committee arrangement Gore gets top billing on paper is presumably tied to his status as an experienced and respected veteran back. In terms of upside, however, Singletary -- the No. 74 overall pick in April's draft -- has the edge. Meanwhile, Yeldon profiles as a capable change-of-pace/complementary option to round out the team's…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 3 at 12:57pm by Rotowire.com
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Likely complementary piece
Gore is expected to be a complementary piece to Devin Singletary after the release of LeSean McCoy on Saturday, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: The Bills backfield is still very much in flux, with Singletary, Gore and even T.J. Yeldon expected to receive at least some carries each game. Who ends up wrestling away the largest carry share is anyone's guess, but at the very least the 21-year-old Singletary figures to gain control of the role throughout the season especially given the fact Gore will be 37 by the start of the next offseason. Still, the grizzled veteran surprised many last season with his highest yards-per-carry figure (4.6)…read more
Published: Sat, Aug 31 at 8:03am by Rotowire.com
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Gashes Lions
Gore ran for 57 yards on eight carries during Friday's 24-20 win over Detroit.
Analysis: Gore's biggest run came at the top of the second quarter in which he slashed up the left side of the line and gained 27 yards, a gain that was supplemented by a personal foul penalty. It was -- so far -- Gore's biggest showing for the Bills. The veteran back figures to be in a packed backfield with the likes of Shady McCoy and T.J. Yeldon, but clearly has enough left in the tank to be effective in an offense that will likely be predicated on pounding the ball and letting sophomore Josh Allen…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 23 at 8:28pm by Rotowire.com
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To run with starters Thursday
Coach Sean McDermott plans to start Gore for the first preseason game Thursday against the Colts, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports. Said McDermott, "What we're going to do is give Frank most of the work this week and then what we will do with LeSean (McCoy) is give him most of the work, at this point the plan is the following week. Part of that is we know LeSean a little bit. This is our first time around Frank."
Analysis: We wouldn't read too much into this, as McCoy is the top dog and needs to be managed carefully heading into the season, while the same goes for the 36-year-old Gore, for that matter. Gore's time with the starters will be worth watching, however, as a strong preseason would make him the clear No. 2 heading into the regular season, as rookie Devin Singletary seems to be coming on strong. Plus, there's still a remote chance the Bills could cut ties with McCoy and his expensive salary.
Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 3:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Cleared for practice
Gore (foot) has been removed from the non-football injury list and will join Thursday's practice, Vic Carucci of The Buffalo News reports.
Analysis: Gore started training camp on the NFI list as a precaution to limit his workload after he finished the 2018 campaign with a foot injury. He'll now compete for carries in a crowded backfield that includes LeSean McCoy, Devin Singletary and T.J. Yeldon.
Published: Thu, Jul 25 at 6:19am by Rotowire.com
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NFI designation not concerning
Gore (foot) was placed on the non-football injury list Monday as a precaution to limit his offseason workload, Marcel Louis-Jacques of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Gore is preparing for his 15th NFL season at the running back position, so it's reasonable for the Bills to take efforts to limit his wear and tear as Week 1 approaches. The 36-year-old logged 156 rushes for 722 yards (4.6 YPC) with the Dolphins last season before missing the final two games of the year with a foot injury. His recovery doesn't appear to be a point of worry for Buffalo's coaching staff. If Gore is a full go for Week 1, his reliability and experience make him a strong candidate…read more
Published: Mon, Jul 22 at 6:19pm by Rotowire.com
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Headed to NFI list
The Bills placed Gore (foot) on the non-football injury list Monday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Gore missed the final two games of the 2018 season due to a foot issue. The 36-year-old veteran is expected to be ready for Week 1 but has yet to put the injury behind him. When healthy, Gore will compete for carries behind anticipated starter LeSean McCoy in a crowded Buffalo running back room that also houses T.J. Yeldon and rookie Devin Singletary.
Published: Mon, Jul 22 at 2:31pm by Rotowire.com
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Working at minicamp
Gore (foot) has been participating during this week's minicamp, Jay Skurski of The Buffalo News reports.
Analysis: Gore returned to OTAs on a limited basis last week after missing the final two games of the 2018 season with the foot issue, but it appears he'll be fine once things get more serious next month. He's currently projected to be the top backup to LeSean McCoy, though T.J. Yeldon and rookie Devin Singletary are also expected to factor into the backfield mix.
Published: Wed, Jun 12 at 10:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Back to work
Gore (foot) is participating in at least the individual portion of Tuesday's practice, Mike Rodak of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Gore suffered the foot injury down the stretch last season for the Dolphins, and even though he didn't need surgery, the injury was somewhat significant, and he's already missed some offseason work. He should be fine for the 2019 season, though his exact role is still unclear in what's become a crowded Buffalo running back room that's also housing LeSean McCoy, T.J. Yeldon and third-round rookie Devin Singletary, among others.
Published: Tue, Jun 4 at 8:59am by Rotowire.com
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More missed OTA time
Gore did not practice Tuesday as he continues to recover from a his foot/ankle injury, Sal Capaccio of WGR 550 reports.
Analysis: The injury shelved Gore for the final two games of what was a surprisingly nice season for the veteran, and even though he didn't need surgery, he's apparently still not ready to go full bore. There's still plenty of time for the 36-year-old to get himself healthy for training camp.
Published: Tue, May 28 at 4:28pm by Rotowire.com
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Starts off on wrong foot
Gore will not practice during Tuesday's OTA sessions due to foot/ankle issues, Chris Brown of the Bills' official site reports.
Analysis: When you sign a 36-year-old running back, these are the type of minor injuries that come with the territory. However, we imagine a veteran like Gore knows his way around summer work and will have plenty of time to get up to speed as the team's main backup to LeSean McCoy, assuming Gore's issues are minor.
Published: Tue, May 21 at 8:25am by Rotowire.com
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Challenge for carries
Gore, signed by the Bills as a free agent in March, is part of a crowded running back corps after the team signed veteran T. J. Yeldon in April, then drafted Devin Singletary in the third round of the 2019 draft.
Analysis: Gore still sits as the clear-cut No. 2 behind LeSean McCoy given that Yeldon was brought in more for his receiving ability and Singletary is unproven at the pro level, but these developments certainly crowd things up. We'll also mention Gore turns 36 this week. Add all that together and it's hard to see Gore getting the volume that merits fantasy value, outside of a long-term injury to McCoy or the Bills cutting ties with Shady. We'd explore a possible goal-line role for Gore, but he…read more
Published: Fri, May 10 at 3:32pm by Rotowire.com
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Clear-cut No. 2?
The Bills cut Chris Ivory this week, leaving Gore in better position to be the main backup to starter LeSean McCoy.
Analysis: Gore and Ivory are somewhat similar at this stage of their careers, so there was only need for one and the Bills went with the soon-to-be 36-year-old. We'll see if the team brings in another running back through the draft, but for now Gore seems locked into that No. 2 role, with the unproven Marcus Murphy being the only threat to his expected workload.
Published: Fri, Mar 29 at 11:38am by Rotowire.com
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Heading to Buffalo
Gore is signing a one-year, $2 million deal with the Bills, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: The ageless veteran will continue his career in Buffalo after the Dolphins did not re-sign him. Gore ran for 722 yards in 2018 while averaging 4.6 yards per carry, one of the highest marks of his career. He stands to add backfield depth behind LeSean McCoy and Chris Ivory.
Published: Mon, Mar 11 at 1:38pm by Rotowire.com
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Intends to play in 2019
Gore (foot) intends to continue his football career even if the Dolphins don't re-sign him, Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Most players wouldn't have any interest in a rebuilding project during their age-36 season, but Gore is a South Florida native who attended the University of Miami. He shouldn't have too much trouble drumming up interest on the open market, coming off a 2018 campaign in which he averaged 4.6 yards on 156 carries. Gore missed the final two games of the season with a foot injury, and while his current health status isn't quite clear, the Dolphins didn't expect him to require surgery. He likely…read more
Published: Mon, Mar 4 at 9:49am by Rotowire.com
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Uncertain to stay in Miami
Dolphins running backs coach Eric Studesville doesn't know if Gore (foot) will be offered another contract, Barry Jackson of The Miami Herald reports. "The biggest thing with Frank is let's get Frank healthy and then we will cross all those other bridges," Studesville said.
Analysis: The Dolphins got a nice return on a one-year, $1.02 million contract in 2018, with the 35-year-old averaging 4.6 yards on 156 carries, though he didn't score any touchdowns before suffering a season-ending foot injury Week 15. The injury isn't expected to require surgery, so Gore should be able to enjoy relatively normal offseason preparation if he wants to continue his football career. The new coaching staff in Miami might not view him as a good fit for the rebuilding process, as Gore's…read more
Published: Tue, Feb 19 at 7:07am by Rotowire.com
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Will avoid surgery
Gore won't require surgery for his sprained foot, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: Gore's injury is significant enough to sideline him for the Dolphins' final two games and a potential playoff run, but it's nothing that should impact his preparation for 2019. According to Adam Schefter of ESPN, Gore is still hoping to suit up for a 15th NFL season, with the veteran eyeing another year in Miami if he and the Dolphins can work out a new deal. Kalen Ballage and Kenyan Drake will handle the brunt of the work out of the backfield for the remainder of the current campaign.
Published: Fri, Dec 21 at 9:13am by Rotowire.com
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Facing uncertain football future
Coach Adam Gase said Wednesday that he doesn't know if Gore (foot) wants to continue playing football after the 2018 season, Joe Schad of The Palm Beach Post reports.
Analysis: It was widely assumed the 35-year-old running back signed with Miami for a farewell tour, but Gore might consider playing another season after he posted his best yards-per-carry mark (4.6) since 2012. Gore may also be hesitant to end his career on a down note, as he finished out his 2018 campaign on injured reserve, snapping a streak of 126 consecutive games played. As for the immediate future, rookie fourth-round pick Kalen Ballage is set to replace Gore in a backfield timeshare with Kenyan…read more
Published: Wed, Dec 19 at 11:32am by Rotowire.com
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Lands on IR
Gore (foot) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday.
Analysis: With Gore -- who led the Dolphins with 722 rushing yards on 156 carries through 14 games -- now out for the season, the profile of rookie Kalen Ballage in the Miami offense is set to expand down the stretch. Like Gore before him, Ballage is expected to handle most of the early down work while Kenyan Drake offers a change-of-pace option and picks up the bulk of the snaps on passing downs. Special-teams standout Brandon Bolden could also earn a slight uptick in opportunities as the No. 3 back.
Published: Wed, Dec 19 at 9:16am by Rotowire.com
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Likely out for season
Gore (foot) isn't expected to play again this season, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: After initial X-rays came back negative, Gore was scheduled for an MRI on Monday to check for ligament damage. The Dolphins have yet to comment on a diagnosis, but they should have an update at some point Monday or Tuesday. With the 35-year-old running back likely to miss the rest of the season, Kallen Ballage is set to join Kenyan Drake for a new 1-2 punch in the Miami backfield, though Brandon Bolden might also get a few touches. The Dolphins host the Jaguars in Week 16.
Published: Mon, Dec 17 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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May have ligament damage
Gore (foot) is scheduled for an MRI on Monday to see if he suffered any ligament damage, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Analysis: X-rays have already ruled out a fracture, but that doesn't necessarily mean the 35-year-old running back avoided a serious injury. Gore was initially diagnosed with a foot sprain, hobbling out of the locker room with a walking boot over his left foot after Sunday's 41-17 loss in Minnesota. Rookie fourth-round pick Kalen Ballage took advantage with 12 carries for 123 yards, including a 75-yard touchdown to pull Miami within four points early in the third quarter. With Gore looking unlikely to…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 16 at 6:29pm by Rotowire.com
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Spotted in walking boot
Gore was spotted leaving the Dolphins' locker room Sunday with his left foot in a walking boot, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Prior to his exit from the Dolphins' 41-17 loss to the Vikings, Gore carried five times for 14 yards. With his Week 16 status up in the air, Kalen Ballage -- who led Miami on Sunday with 12 carries for 123 yards (highlighted by 75-yard TD run) -- is worth a speculative add. Kenyan Drake, who had been splitting backfield work with Gore, carried just once in the contest for six yards and caught all three of his targets for 28 yards.
Published: Sun, Dec 16 at 1:44pm by Rotowire.com
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Suffers sprained foot
Gore was forced out of Sunday's game against the Vikings with a foot sprain, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: On the plus side, X-rays on Gore's foot were negative, but his status for next Sunday's game against the Jaguars is unclear. In his absence, Kalen Ballage's profile in the offense has a chance to expand, while Kenyan Drake remains on hand to see his share of Miami's backfield work, with Brandon Bolden in reserve.
Published: Sun, Dec 16 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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Exits game with ankle injury
Gore was carted off the field during Sunday's game against the Vikings after suffering an ankle injury, Adam H. Beasley of the Miami Herald reports.
Analysis: Gore is a tough player, but we'd be surprised if he was able to re-enter the contest. In his absence, added touches in the Miami backfield are available for Kenyan Drake and Kalen Ballage.
Published: Sun, Dec 16 at 10:57am by Rotowire.com
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Totals 116 scrimmage yards
Gore rushed 12 times for 92 yards and caught his lone target for 24 yards in Sunday's win over the Patriots.
Analysis: Sunday was a productive afternoon for the Dolphins backfield, as No. 3 running back Brandon Bolden had two carries for 60 yards and two touchdowns, while Kenyan Drake added 79 scrimmage yards and a touchdown on the "Miami Miracle" lateral. Gore continues to produce in his limited role and now has 708 rushing yards and a 4.7 YPC through 13 games. The 35-year-old's lack of touchdowns -- his lone score came as a receiver Week 4 -- and Miami's backfield split make him difficult to rely on as a…read more
Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 3:08pm by Rotowire.com
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Quiet in win
Gore rushed eight times for 21 yards and brought in his only target for 10 yards during Sunday's 21-17 win over the Bills.
Analysis: Gore received less snaps (20) than fellow running back Kenyan Drake (30), and saw his lowest amount of carries in a single game since Week 3. The veteran's 31 total yards are close to his floor in Miami, so it's reasonable to expect that Gore will bounce back against the Patriots on Sunday. Gore is worth considering as a flex option for fantasy purposes.
Published: Mon, Dec 3 at 5:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Produces 77 scrimmage yards
Gore carried 14 times for 67 yards and caught one pass for an additional 10 yards during Sunday's 27-24 loss to the Colts.
Analysis: Gore led the team in carries and touches, churning out a respectable 77 scrimmage yards against a solid Indianapolis defense. He was coming off one of his best efforts of the season in Week 10 and has now produced 179 scrimmage yards over the last two games. The veteran is still without a rushing touchdown this season, but he seems to be picking up steam in recent weeks. Gore could be even more involved next Sunday against the Bills if backfield mate Kenyan Drake (shoulder) is limited by an…read more
Published: Sun, Nov 25 at 7:05pm by Rotowire.com
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Totals 102 scrimmage yards
Gore carried 13 times for 90 yards and caught two passes for an additional 12 yards during Sunday's 31-12 loss to the Packers.
Analysis: Gore enjoyed a strong day on the ground, averaging 6.9 yards per carry against a respectable Green Bay front. He touched the ball 15 times to Kenyan Drake's 10 and was much more effective with his opportunities. Gore averaged just 3.2 yards per carry on 42 totes over the previous three games, so this was a nice bounce-back effort for the veteran. He'll enjoy a much-needed bye before taking on the Colts in Week 12.
Published: Sun, Nov 11 at 7:14pm by Rotowire.com
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Receives 21 touches in win over Jets
Gore carried 20 times for 53 yards and caught one pass for an additional six yards during Sunday's 13-6 win over the Jets.
Analysis: Gore received 20 carries for the first time this season, but some treacherous field conditions and a matchup with a respectable Jets front limited him to 2.7 yards per carry. He was a virtual non-factor in the passing game once again and finished with an underwhelming day despite the hefty workload. Even when Gore does receive the majority of the work over Kenyan Drake in a given week, the results have varied from game to game. This should remain the case next Sunday against the Packers.
Published: Sun, Nov 4 at 1:43pm by Rotowire.com
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