RB CHI
College: Virginia Tech | 3 years
Height: 5'9" | Weight: 212 lbs
Birth Date: 1998-04-21
2024 Bye Week: 7
Total Pts: 79
Avg Pts: 4.65
Rank: 43 RB
Free Agent
Herbert had injury issues last year but started most of the games he was in the lineup. He started nine of the 12 games he played. Herbert had 745 total yards and three touchdowns. Herbert had four games with double-digit fantasy points, including two games with 20-plus points. He had some big games along the way but disappeared in others, having fewer than 10-rushing yards two games. Herbert is not the biggest back but continues to make plays after contact, averaging a solid 2.1 yards per carry after contact. He did not run away with the starter's job last season, leading the Bears to sign D'Andre Swift. Herbert should play a backup role with Swift around. Herbert does a good job of bouncing off tacklers and making plays after contact. He is a tough player to bring down. He is a shifty back that can play three downs. He does lack some top speed, though, and injuries have been an issue each of the last two seasons.
FANTASY OUTLOOK: Herbert has a fairly high ceiling if starting and getting double-digit weekly touches, but nothing is guaranteed with him at this point. Plus, he is an injury risk. Consider him a No. 4 or 5 fantasy back with boom or bust potential. He could get around 500 total yards, 30 receptions and six or so scores.
Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert was hoping to become the club's lead rusher for the 2024 season. Instead, the Bears signed D'Andre Swift to a contract in free agency. It's understandable as Swift is coming off a career year, and Herbert has never totaled more than 731 rushing yards in a season. While Swift's surface-level stats look good, the underlying metrics paint a different picture. He finished 40th out of 49 eligible backs in Next Gen Stats Rush Yards Over Expectation (RYOE). Among running backs with at least 65 carries, Swift finished 36th in Pro Football Focus' (PFF) signature Elusive Rating and only ranked 39th in PFF's rushing grade. Herbert graded higher than Swift in every one of the above metrics. There is precedent for a team turning away from a back after signing him to a big contract. Just last year we saw the Carolina Panthers bench starter Miles Sanders in favor of Chuba Hubbard after they inked Sanders to a four-year, $25.4 million deal. If Swift struggles, or injuries plague him, don't be surprised if Herbert wrestles the starting job away. Consider him one of the top handcuffs available in drafts this year. RotoBaller's RB47 has proven he can play at a high level when called into action. He can be a major asset to fantasy managers in all leagues if the opportunity presents itself.
Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert was hoping to become the club's lead rusher for the 2024 season. Instead, the Bears signed D'Andre Swift to a contract in free agency. It's understandable as Swift is coming off a career year, and Herbert has never totaled more than 731 rushing yards in a season. While Swift's surface-level stats look good, the underlying metrics paint a different picture. He finished 40th out of 49 eligible backs in Next Gen Stats Rush Yards Over Expectation (RYOE). Among running backs with at least 65 carries, Swift finished 36th in Pro Football Focus' (PFF) signature Elusive Rating and only ranked 39th in PFF's rushing grade. Herbert graded higher than Swift in every one of the above metrics. There is precedent for a team turning away from a back after signing him to a big contract. Just last year we saw the Carolina Panthers bench starter Miles Sanders in favor of Chuba Hubbard after they inked Sanders to a four-year, $25.4 million deal. If Swift struggles, or injuries plague him, don't be surprised if Herbert wrestles the starting job away. Consider him one of the top handcuffs available in drafts this year. RotoBaller's RB47 has proven he can play at a high level when called into action. He can be a major asset to fantasy managers in all leagues if the opportunity presents itself.
Fantasy Week | Pts | Scoring | |
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Week 1 | 7.50 | Khalil Herbert 37 receiving yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 37 receiving yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 1 rushing 2XP (2.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 27 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 27 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 3 receptions (1.50 pts) | |
Week 2 | 4.50 | Khalil Herbert 23 receiving yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 23 receiving yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 35 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 35 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 1 reception (0.50 pts) | |
Week 3 | 4.00 | Khalil Herbert 4 receiving yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 31 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 31 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 2 receptions (1.00 pts) | |
Week 4 | 15.00 | Khalil Herbert 1 receiving TD (6.00 pts) . . . Khalil Herbert 2 yd TD pass from Justin Fields Khalil Herbert 19 receiving yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 103 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 103 rushing yds (5.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 4 receptions (2.00 pts) | |
Week 5 | 4.00 | Khalil Herbert 76 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 76 rushing yds (3.00 pts) | |
Week 6 | 0.00 | ||
Week 7 | 0.00 | ||
Week 8 | 0.00 | ||
Week 9 | 0.00 | ||
Week 10 | 0.00 | ||
Week 11 | 4.00 | Khalil Herbert 6 receiving yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 35 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 35 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 2 receptions (1.00 pts) | |
Week 12 | 4.00 | Khalil Herbert 14 receiving yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 24 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 24 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 2 receptions (1.00 pts) | |
Week 13 | |||
Week 14 | 1.00 | Khalil Herbert 8 rushing yds (1.00 pts) | |
Playoff Week 1 | 2.50 | Khalil Herbert 4 receiving yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 8 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 1 reception (0.50 pts) | |
Playoff Week 2 | 13.50 | Khalil Herbert 9 receiving yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 1 rushing TD (6.00 pts) . . . Khalil Herbert 11 yd TD rush Khalil Herbert 112 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 112 rushing yds (5.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 1 reception (0.50 pts) | |
Playoff Week 3 | 15.00 | Khalil Herbert 5 receiving yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 1 rushing TD (6.00 pts) . . . Khalil Herbert 1 yd TD rush Khalil Herbert 124 rushing yds (1.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 124 rushing yds (6.00 pts) Khalil Herbert 2 receptions (1.00 pts) | |
Playoff Week 4 | |||
No Playoff Match Up |
Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert could find himself on the roster bubble as the summer continues, according to Adam Jahns of The Athletic. During a new 53-man roster projection, Jahns and Kevin Fishbain tabbed Herbert to make the team out of training camp, but Jahns also wrote that "it wouldn't be surprising if Herbert is considered on the bubble at Halas Hall." The 26-year-old appeared in one dozen games last year, rushing for 611 yards and two touchdowns on 132 carries. He also added 20 catches, 134 receiving yards, and one receiving touchdown. While he certainly showed flashes of meaningful production in 2023, he lost opportunities to Justin Fields at times. Fields is now gone, but he's been replaced by Caleb Williams, who is still mobile enough to make plays happen with his legs. Most importantly, though, the Bears signed D'Andre Swift, who will enter Week 1 as the starting running back, barring an unforeseen development. Therefore, Herbert, who is entering a contract year, could become expendable as the Bears opt to give more reps to Swift and second-year back Roschon Johnson.
From RotoBaller
The Athletic's Kevin Fishbain wonders if running back Khalil Herbert would be a trade candidate if the Chicago Bears bring in an undrafted rookie at the position and he impresses. Of course, this all depends on the development of Roschon Johnson. Herbert is entering the final year of his rookie deal. D'Andre Swift signed a three-year contract with the Bears this offseason, while Johnson has the same number of years remaining on his first contract after being drafted in the fourth round in 2023. Herbert is a solid back, but RBI is a position that changes often for teams. Chicago's coaching staff is high on Johnson, and the 26-year-old Herbert dealt with ankle and back injuries last year after leading the NFL with 5.7 yards per carry in 2022. The addition of Swift in this backfield obviously hurts Herbert's fantasy stock a great deal heading into the 2024 season.
From RotoBaller
Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert had another chance to see a bulk of the workload with D'Onta Foreman (coach's decision) out again in Week 18. The 25-year-old rushed 12 times for just 28 yards in the team's 17-9 loss to the Packers while also catching two passes for 13 yards. After rushing for 731 yards a year ago, Herbert couldn't take a step forward and ended the year with just 583 yards with similar volume. The Bears drafted Roschon Johnson in 2023, and Herbert failed to separate himself this year as the true lead back for the foreseeable future. While the Bears were a run-heavy team in 2023, which allowed Herbert to thrive at times, they will either endure massive offensive change or continue to have a quarterback who takes rushing opportunities away. Herbert will look to earn a full bell-cow role in 2024.
From RotoBaller
Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert (back) is expected to play in Week 18 despite being listed as questionable, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The 25-year-old has looked exceptional over the last two weeks despite playing just half of the team's offensive snaps. During that two-game window, he has 236 rushing yards, 14 receiving yards, and a pair of touchdowns. He should remain the Bears' leading rusher on Sunday, ranking as a strong RB2 option in most fantasy leagues.
From RotoBaller
Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert (back, personal) is listed as questionable to play on Sunday in Green Bay against the Packers. Herbert popped up on the injury report in Week 18 on Thursday with a limited practice and did not practice at all on Friday, putting his status in question for the season finale. Making the 25-year-old even more of a shaky fantasy option this weekend is the fact that the Bears don't play until the later window on Sunday. It's potentially bad news for fantasy managers in season-long leagues still playing for a championship, as Herbert has been Chicago's backfield leader the last two games and has gone over 100 yards rushing in each contest with two touchdowns. If he does not play or is limited against Green Bay, rookie Roschon Johnson and D'Onta Foreman will split Chicago's backfield duties.
From RotoBaller
Chicago Bears running back Khalil Herbert (back) popped up on the Week 18 injury report on Thursday and was listed as a limited practice participant. Midweek injuries are usually never a good sign, especially with a team heading into a meaningless Week 18 regular season finale against the Green Bay Packers. The Packers are still fighting for a playoff spot, but the Bears aren't in postseason consideration and could decide to rest Herbert if he's at all questionable to play. If the 25-year-old can't play this weekend, it would throw Chicago's ground game into a state of flux with rookie Roschon Johnson and D'Onta Foreman. After totaling 16 total rushing yards in Weeks 14 and 15, Herbert went off for 236 yards and two touchdowns on 38 carries the last two weeks. His injury now casts doubt on him as an RB2 for fantasy managers against the Packers.
From RotoBaller
NFL Week | Opp | Pts | Rush Att | Rush Yds | Rush TDs | 100 Yds | Rec | Rec Yds | Rec TDs | Rec Tgt | Fum Lost |
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2023 Season | 79.00 | 611 | 2 | 20 | |||||||
Week 1 | GB | 7.50 | 27 | 0 | 3 | ||||||
Week 2 | @TB | 4.50 | 35 | 0 | 1 | ||||||
Week 3 | @KC | 4.00 | 31 | 0 | 2 | ||||||
Week 4 | DEN | 15.00 | 103 | 0 | 4 | ||||||
Week 5 | @WAS | 4.00 | 76 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 6 | MIN | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 7 | LV | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 8 | @LAC | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 9 | @NO | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 10 | CAR | 0.00 | 0 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 11 | @DET | 4.00 | 35 | 0 | 2 | ||||||
Week 12 | @MIN | 4.00 | 24 | 0 | 2 | ||||||
Week 13 | bye | ||||||||||
Week 14 | DET | 1.00 | 8 | 0 | 0 | ||||||
Week 15 | @CLE | 2.50 | 8 | 0 | 1 | ||||||
Week 16 | ARI | 13.50 | 112 | 1 | 1 | ||||||
Week 17 | ATL | 15.00 | 124 | 1 | 2 | ||||||
Week 18 | @GB |