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Jaleel McLaughlin

Position RB
Team CLE
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Jaleel McLaughlin

NFL running back. Position: RB. Team: CLE (Cleveland Browns).

Quick Facts

  • Position: RB (Change-of-pace back)
  • Team: CLE (Cleveland Browns)

2026 Outlook

Former Denver Bronco who found his way to the Cleveland Browns depth chart as a change-of-pace running back. McLaughlin stepped into a significant role in Week 6 against Baltimore when top back Quinshon Judkins (ankle) was inactive and both Raheim Sanders (hip) and Dylan Sampson (knee) were on injured reserve. In that game, he logged 9 rushes for 41 yards and caught all 4 targets for 14 yards, demonstrating a pristine catch rate despite limited rushing opportunities. His speed affords him some fantasy upside in change-of-pace and receiving roles, though his roster spot depends on the health of higher-priority backs (per Browns' Jaleel McLaughlin: Solid yardage with 13 touches).

Role / Depth Chart

Change-of-pace running back. Fantasy relevant only in RB-by-committee situations when primary backs are injured.

Injury Status

Healthy.

Recent News

Open Questions

  • Will Jaleel McLaughlin maintain a roster spot once Quinshon Judkins, Raheim Sanders, or Dylan Sampson return from injury?

Sources

What the Experts Are Saying

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