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Did the Bengals lose their best running back this offseason?

PITTSBURGH, PA - DECEMBER 28: Giovani Bernard #25 of the Cincinnati Bengals celebrates his touchdown with Rex Burkhead #33 during the first quarter against the Cincinnati Bengals at Heinz Field on December 28, 2014 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

  • In 2016, Rex Burkhead's 5.1 yards per touch almost matched Giovani Bernard’s 5.2.
  • Bernard averaged more yards per route run (1.54 vs. 1.34), while Burkhead managed more yards per target (7.25 vs. 7.0).
  • Burkhead forced missed tackles at a higher rate and averaged more yards after contact per attempt than either Bernard or Jeremy Hill.
  • Bernard’s 26.9 elusive rating was his lowest in four seasons, while Burkhead’s 49.9 was the team best.

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Fantasy Slant: Burkhead landed in a crowded Patriots' backfield, but he's a sneaky bet to emerge as a viable fantasy option in 2017. His ability as a receiver projects well in the New England offense given the recent fantasy success of backs like Dion Lewis and Danny Woodhead. In 365 career snaps, Burkhead has seen 48 targets.

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