# Samaje Perine

NFL player. Position: **RB**. Team: **CIN**.

## Quick Facts

- **Position:** RB
- **Team:** CIN (Cincinnati Bengals)

## 2026 Outlook

**Oct 22 — Emerging snap-share threat to Chase Brown; 50% snaps and 4.9 YPC in Week 5 raises committee concerns.** Yahoo Sports' Week 7 start-sit analysis highlights Samaje Perine's increasing role in the Bengals' backfield. In Week 5 vs Miami, Perine handled 14 carries for 68 yards (4.9 YPC) and 2 receptions, playing 50% of snaps while chase Brown had 61%. This snap-share distribution and efficient performance suggest Perine could become a consistent threat to Brown's lead-back role, potentially evolving into a committee situation. For fantasy purposes, Perine is emerging as a waiver-wire consideration if the trend continues, though Brown remains the lead option (per Fantasy Football Week 7 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Saquon Barkley vs. Chase Brown).

## Role / Depth Chart

RB2 in Cincinnati's backfield; emerging snap-share threat with recent efficient performances.

## Injury Status

No current injury concerns.

## Recent News

- 2026-10-22 — Fantasy Football Week 7 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Saquon Barkley vs. Chase Brown (Fantasy Football Week 7 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Saquon Barkley vs. Chase Brown)

## Open Questions

## Sources

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