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Josh Cribbs may become full-time running back

Forget Chris Jennings or Jerome Harrison. It's been evident lately (and especially on Thursday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers) that the Cleveland Browns' most explosive offensive weapon is jack of all trades Josh Cribbs @JoshCribbs16. In the past two weeks, he has gained 125 yards on just 12 rushes. Now comes news that head coach Eric Mangini is willing to explore using Cribbs more in a traditional running back role. Cribbs also returns kickoffs and punts, plays gunner on special teams and lines up sometimes at wide receiver.

Fantasy Analysis:

I think this move had to come after what happened in Thursday's game. Cribbs carved up the Steelers' top-ranked run defense; his 37-yard run that night was probably the most exciting play of the game. Cribbs is 6-foot-1, 215 pounds, so he's not the biggest guy in the world (and he'll still have to share the ball with Jennings and Harrison); however, if the team gives him some more touches down the season's final stretch, he may become starter-worthy. Considering that the Browns end their season with the Chiefs, Raiders and Jaguars, Cribbs may be worth your consideration in the final weeks. Although, it is worth noting that Cribbs has fumbled five times this season.

Source:
Associated Press

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