Chris Evans could serve as preferred passing-down back

After a hot start to camp, RB Chris Evans could be in line to serve as the Bengals’ passing-down starter.

Fantasy Impact: The departure of RB Samaje Perine in the off-season has given Evans an opportunity to become the new backup to Joe Mixon. Evans is on the rise after a camp where he excelled in pass protection and improved as a runner. The battle continues to heat up for the No. 2 running back spot behind Joe Mixon, but Evans has made a case for a modest role out of the backfield early on this preseason.

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