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Mon Oct 12 201511:02McCluster rushed eight times for 20 yards and lost two yards on ...
McCluster rushed eight times for 20 yards and lost two yards on his only reception in Sunday's 14-13 loss to the Bills.
McCluster's nine touches fell right around his season average, but he failed to find much running room against a stout Bills defense. The diminutive running back seems to have a consistent role in Tennessee's offense, regardless of the production of those around him.
Sun Sep 27 201520:53McCluster managed just seven yards on five carries and added 35-...
McCluster managed just seven yards on five carries and added a 35-yard reception in Sunday's loss to the Colts.
McCluster played his usual change-of-pace role, but failed to get into the open field much against the Colts. The Titans have a lot of uncertainty in their backfield at the moment, but McCluster's week-to-week role seems pretty steady.
Mon Sep 21 201501:00McCluster picked up team-high 98 yards on 10 carries and added 2...
McCluster picked up a team-high 98 yards on 10 carries and added 26 yards on four receptions in Sunday's loss to the Browns.
McCluster was a bright spot in an otherwise underwhelming performance by Tennessee's offense. The shifty running back out-touched starter Bishop Sankey 14 to 12, and made his touches count as he cleared the century mark in yards from scrimmage. McCluster's small stature will keep him from ever seeing significantly more action than he did in this one, but his big-play ability allows him to make the most of the limited looks he does receive.
Mon Sep 14 201501:32McCluster picked up eight yards on two carries in Sunday's win o...
McCluster picked up eight yards on two carries in Sunday's win over Tampa Bay, but was not targeted in the passing game. He also netted 14 yards on two punt returns.
McCluster didn't see much action in this contest, but his lack of production can be attributed to the Titans racing out to a 21-0 lead. The scatback should see more touches in closer games, as his ability to make plays in space makes McCluster valuable both as a runner and a receiver in addition to his special teams contributions.
Sun Aug 30 201514:19McCluster led Titans with 37 yards on five carries, and added 20...
McCluster led the Titans with 37 yards on five carries, and added 20 yards on two receptions in Friday's preseason loss to the Chiefs.
McCluster saw some extra work due to rookie David Cobb missing the game with a calf injury, and the change-of-pace back delivered a solid performance. The Titans have a muddled situation at running back with starter Bishop Sankey underperforming, but McCluster figures to see a steady 7-to-10 touches per game regardless of how the rest of the depth chart shakes out.
Sat Aug 15 201511:53McCluster scored six-yard touchdown on only carry in Tennessee's...
McCluster scored a six-yard touchdown on his only carry in Tennessee's preseason opener against the Falcons, but wasn't targeted in the passing game.
McCluster's only touch on offense came on Marcus Mariota's final play of the night, but the scatback made it count. McCluster didn't see the field much because the Titans were trying to work young running backs David Cobb and Antonio Andrews in with the starting offense, but he usually serves in a change-of-pace role anyway. Owners in leagues that count return yards will be happy to know that McCluster got the first crack at returning a punt, although Jacoby Ford and Tre McBride subsequently saw action in this area as well.
Thu Jun 11 201506:41McCluster (knee) will be given chance to compete for Tennessee's...
McCluster (knee) will be given a chance to compete for Tennessee's kick-return job, The Tennessean reports.
McCluster has returned just one kick the past three seasons, but has 52 career kick returns for an average of 20.9 yards. He'll compete with wide receiver Jacoby Ford and running back Antonio Andrews initially, but others may get into the mix.
Thu Dec 18 201415:13The Titans have placed McCluster (knee) on IR
The Titans have placed McCluster (knee) on IR.
Meanwhile, the Titans promoted wideout Rico Richardson from their practice squad to the team's active roster in advance of Thursday's game against the Jaguars. McCluster -- who signed a three-year, $9 million deal with the Titans back in March -- thus concludes his first season with the team with 40 carries for 131 yards and 26 catches for 197 yards and a TD in 14 games.
Wed Dec 17 201412:14McCluster (knee) won't play Thursday against Jaguars
McCluster (knee) won't play Thursday against the Jaguars, Jim Wyatt of the Tennessean reports.
With the Titans down to their last two games, the report suggests that McCluster could be done for the season after suffering a knee injury this past Sunday against the Jets. If that's the case, he'd finish the season with 40 carries for 131 yards and 26 catches for 197 yards and a TD in 14 games. Bishop Sankey and Shonn Greene are in line to head the Titans' Week 16 backfield, with Leon Washington on hand in a change-of-pace role.
Tue Dec 16 201415:41McCluster (knee) did not participate in Tuesday's practice
McCluster (knee) did not participate in Tuesday's practice, Jim Wyatt of The Tennessean reports.
McCluster has missed the first two practice sessions of the week, which does not bode well for his chances of playing in Week 16, particularly with the Titans playing on Thursday.
Mon Dec 15 201417:13McCluster has knee injury and did not practice Monday
McCluster has a knee injury and did not practice Monday, the Tennessean's Jim Wyatt reports.
It's not clear how serious the injury is, but nobody has been effective in the Titans' backfield this season, so McCluster's value was already low. Consider him questionable for Thursday's game against the Jaguars.
Sun Dec 7 201416:59McCluster failed to record carry but had two catches on four tar...
McCluster failed to record a carry but had two catches on four targets for 12 yards during Sunday's 36-7 loss to the Giants.
One week after getting nine rushing attempts, McCluster was held without a backfield touch, while fellow backup Leon Washington rushed twice for nine yards. The Titans fell behind 17-0 after 15 minutes, so there weren't many rushing opportunities anyway, and the few carries mostly went to starter Bishop Sankey. McCluster isn't likely to get a big workload in Week 15 either, as the Titans will face off against a Jets defense allowing the third-fewest rushing yards per game this season.
Sun Nov 30 201417:15McCluster (concussion) had nine carries for 33 rushing yards and...
McCluster (concussion) had nine carries for 33 rushing yards and two catches on three targets for 11 receiving yards Sunday against the Texans.
McCluster reportedly suffered a concussion last Sunday against the Steelers, but he was able to pass through the league's concussion protocol quickly enough to play against the Texans. His nine carries were just one fewer than starter Bishop Sankey, though the Titans were dominated throughout the game and had to abandon the run fairly early after falling behind 24-0 at the half. Despite the increased workload, McCluster remains a fairly limited fantasy producer, even with a Week 14 matchup against a Giants defense allowing the second-most rushing yards per game this season.
Sun Nov 30 201411:44McCluster (concussion) listed as active for Sunday's game again...
McCluster (concussion) is listed as active for Sunday's game against the Texans.
McCluster is available if you need him, though with limited touches in the Titans' offense these days, his fantasy utility is limited to deeper PPR leagues.
Fri Nov 28 201418:53McCluster (concussion) listed as probable for Sunday's game agai...
McCluster (concussion) is listed as probable for Sunday's game against the Texans, the Tennessean reports.
With limited touches in the Titans' offense these days, McCluster's fantasy utility is restricted to deeper PPR formats.
Wed Nov 26 201417:23McCluster (concussion) limited at practice Wednesday
McCluster (concussion) was limited at practice Wednesday, the Tennessean reports.
McCluster's touches in the Titans' offense have been sporadic this season, with his fantasy utility restricted to the deepest of PPR formats.
Mon Nov 24 201418:20McCluster dealing with concussion
McCluster is dealing with a concussion, Jim Wyatt of the Tennessean reports.
McCluster will thus need to go through the NFL's concussion protocol in order to be cleared for Sunday's game against the Texans. McCluster carried once for two yards and caught three passes for 15 yards and a TD in Week 12's loss to the Eagles.
Mon Nov 24 201418:13McCluster had one carry for two yards and three catches (on thre...
McCluster had one carry for two yards and three catches (on three targets) for 15 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's loss to the Eagles.
Despite reaching the end zone for the first time this season, McCluster's usage in the Tennessee offense is spotty at best. He can safely be avoided in a majority of fantasy leagues.
Mon Nov 17 201423:22McCluster (knee) had one reception for 17 yards and one carry fo...
McCluster (knee) had one reception for 17 yards and one carry for five yards in Monday's 27-24 loss to the Steelers.
McCluster didn't have to miss a game because of the knee injury, and his small role in the offense was the same as ever. He has 25 carries and 17 receptions in 10 games, but nine of the carries came in Week 1 alone.
Mon Nov 17 201419:15McCluster (knee) active for Monday's game against Steelers
McCluster (knee) is active for Monday's game against the Steelers, Jim Wyatt of the Tennessean reports.
Given that McCluster is seeing limited touches in the Titans' offense these days, he's only an option in the deepest of fantasy formats.
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