Quinshon Judkins Faces 'Rookie Wall' Concerns, Expected to Rebound in Week 12

Cleveland Browns running back Quinshon Judkins is facing "rookie wall" whispers following a recent dip in production, averaging under 3.5 yards per carry in his last five games, including 4.8 YPC with Joe Flacco and 3.6 YPC with Dillon Gabriel. Despite this, his volume continues to buoy his stock, as he has managed at least 19 touches in five of his past three games. His 17.4 carries per contest rank fifth at his position despite the Browns' 2-8 record. With Shedeur Sanders expected to start at quarterback, the ground game should remain a focal point. Judkins has a favorable Week 12 matchup against the Las Vegas Raiders, whose defense has allowed the ninth-most rushing attempts and tied for the fifth-most rushing touchdowns (12) this season. He is expected to rebound this weekend, and fantasy managers are advised to consider buying low, as Cleveland's backfield possesses the seventh-best rest-of-season strength of schedule.