Could Tony Pollard’s Fantasy Landing Spots Amid Titans Fire Sale Include a Playoff Contender?

Pollard draws trade interest

Tennessee is expected to be among the NFL’s biggest sellers after starting 1-7. The team has already traded Jeffery Simmons to the Chicago Bears, while Pollard is among the other stars rumored to be available.

Pollard had 21 carries for 117 yards and two touchdowns in the Titans’ Week 8 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. He added three catches for 20 yards, totaling 28.7 PPR points and an RB3 finish for the week. The story says three possible teams could help Pollard sustain his production, but it identifies only Minnesota and Washington.

Minnesota offers upside

The Vikings are 6-1, but entered Week 9 ranked 17th in rushing. Minnesota has also been linked to Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor; Pollard is described as a less costly alternative who could contribute right away.

The story projects Pollard as Minnesota’s RB1 ahead of Aaron Jones and Jordan Mason, and says he could receive 17 to 20 carries. Pollard is ninth in the NFL in rushing, averaging 74.4 yards per game, while the Vikings’ passing game ranked 31st entering Week 9.

A Vikings role could place Pollard in a more productive offense, according to the story. It also reports that he is being watched as an option if Minnesota cannot acquire Taylor.

Washington needs a lead back

The Commanders are potential buyers after injuries affected their offense, and lead back Jacory Croskey-Merritt is on injured reserve. Washington’s rushing offense ranked ninth entering Week 9, and the story presents Pollard as a possible feature back alongside Rachaad White.

Washington is 2-4-1 and tied for second in the NFC East after beating the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 8. The story says the team could contend for the division title in the season’s second half.

Pollard could provide a reliable goal-line option for a Commanders offense ranked 23rd in red-zone performance. The story also cites a long-term injury to star wideout Terry McLaurin as a reason for a greater workload ahead.