Leonard Fournette
RB,
Buccaneers
ACTUAL 2022
226 FPTS
RANK:12
2023 SEASON
97 FPTS
RANK:55
AGE
28 yrs
HEIGHT/WEIGHT
6'0'' / 228 lbs
COLLEGE
LSU
Will work out for Bengals
Published: 2024-11-11
Fournette is working out for the Bengals on Monday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.
Cincinnati acquired Khalil Herbert last week with Zach Moss (neck) facing an extended absence, but it appears they are considering adding another player to the backfield mix behind top running back Chase Brown.
Meeting in Indy
Published: 2024-09-02
Fournette is visiting with the Colts on Monday, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Fournette couldn't find a home until the end of October last season, when he signed with the Bills, only appearing in two regular-season games. The veteran running back may have lost a step on the ground, but he was at least a capable receiver out of the backfield when he was with Tampa Bay in 2022, recording 73 catches on 83 targets for 523 yards, including three touchdowns. The potential addition of the LSU product would likely land him on the practice squad, but ultimately working to surpass Tyler Goodson, and possibly Trey Sermon, on the team's positional depth chart behind clear lead back, Jonathan Taylor.
Motivated, hopes to sign soon
Published: 2024-07-09
Fournette is 'motivated' to continue his NFL career and plans to sign with a new team before the start of the 2024 NFL season, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Fournette is now four years removed from his last 1,000-yard rushing season, though in 2021 and 2022 he did surpass 1,000 yards from scrimmage with Tampa Bay, in large part due to his notable role in the receiving game. Last year, the 29-year-old veteran appeared in two games for the Bills as a depth piece, before returning to the team's practice squad during the playoffs. Fournette still boasts a versatile enough skillset to carve out a role in a backfield light on depth, but at this stage in his career it's unlikely he secures enough touches for fantasy relevance without injuries ahead of him, and an ideal landing spot.
Released from practice squad
Published: 2024-01-16
The Bills released Fournette from their practice squad Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
Fournette provided depth behind lead back James Cook in Week 16 when Ty Johnson was out with a shoulder injury and again Week 18 when Latavius Murray was a healthy scratch. The Bills then left Fournette on the practice squad for the wild-card round of the playoffs, with Johnson serving as the No. 2 RB and Murray the No. 3 in a 31-17 win over Pittsburgh. Fournette turns 29 on Thursday and will need to battle for a roster spot next summer if he wants to continue playing in the NFL.
Moves back to practice squad
Published: 2024-01-08
Fournette reverted to the Bills' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.
Fournette was elevated for two of the final three games of the regular season, and in those appearances Week 16 at the Chargers and Week 18 in Miami, he combined for 12 carries for 40 yards. On Sunday, he even got more snaps (16-13) than fellow running back Ty Johnson behind starter James Cook (48 of 78) while Latavius Murray was a healthy scratch, signaling Fournette may be the top reserve option at the position heading into the postseason. Fournette's next chance to suit up is this coming Sunday against the Steelers in the wild-card round.
Bumps up to active roster
Published: 2024-01-06
Fournette was elevated to the Bills' active roster Saturday.
Fournette didn't play in the Week 17 win over the Patriots, but the playoff-tested back appears ready to see some work in a win-and-in scenario come Sunday night. The veteran will likely split time with Latavius Murray and Ty Johnson when the Bills spell starting back James Cook.
Makes Buffalo debut Saturday
Published: 2023-12-24
Fournette rushed five times for 20 yards and was not targeted in the receiving game in Buffalo's 24-22 win over the Chargers on Saturday. He also returned one kickoff for 17 yards.
Perhaps Playoff Lenny, who was elevated from the practice squad earlier in the day, was brought up with just that in mind, as the Bills are fighting hard for a postseason playoff spot. James Cook is the main back in this offense, but it now seems pretty open for backup work between Fournette, Latavius Murray and Ty Johnson (shoulder). Fournette looked strong and fresh in his limited work, and the coaching staff has to like the fact that he volunteered for return duty. We''l see if this continues as the Bills try to win their final two games to seal a playoff spot, while it's worth noting that Murray did not receive a carry Saturday, while Johnson missed the contest.
Poised to make season debut Week 16
Published: 2023-12-23
The Bills are elevating Fournette from the practice squad for Saturday's game against the Chargers, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Fournette has been on Buffalo's practice squad since Oct. 30, but the veteran running back is likely to finally make his Bills debut in Saturday's Week 16 matchup. The Bills have been more reliant on the ground game in recent weeks, and while Fournette likely isn't a threat to James Cook's lead role, he could mix in as a backup option alongside Latavius Murray and possibly Ty Johnson (shoulder).
Could be called up soon
Published: 2023-11-17
Coach Sean McDermott said Friday that calling Fournette up from the practice squad will be a "big-time consideration" in the weeks ahead, Maddy Glab of the Bills' official site reports.
While McDermott didn't rule out the possibility of it happening for Sunday's game against the Jets, it sounds more likely to occur later in the season, with the coach noting Friday that Fournette is still learning the offense. The Bills priarily have used James Cook and Latavius Murray in the backfield this year, with Damien Harris occupying a small role Weeks 1-6 before he suffered a neck injury and concussion. Harris now has missed the minimum of four games on injured reserve, but there haven't been updates on his progress, nor has he been designated to return and made eligible to practice.