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News

  • Lands in desert

    Zenner signed a contract with the Cardinals on Wednesday.

    Analysis: Along with Zenner, the Cardinals added fellow running back Alfred Morris to the roster Wednesday in a pair of transactions that likely signal some level of concern about the health of David Johnson (ankle). Even if Johnson is ruled out for Sunday's game in New Orleans, Zenner and Morris would likely handle only limited depth roles behind Week 7 breakout star Chase Edmonds.

    Published: Wed, Oct 23 at 10:55am by Rotowire.com
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  • Let go by Saints

    The Saints cut Zenner on Tuesday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

    Analysis: Zenner was a late addition to the roster last week after Alvin Kamara (ankle) was forced to sit out Week 7. The former Lion made little difference in his appearance, rushing once for one yard and adding a six-yard catch. Following Zenner's release, this is a positive sign that Kamara will be healthy enough to return for Week 8.

    Published: Tue, Oct 22 at 5:01pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Totals seven yards in Saints debut

    Zenner rushed once for one yard, adding a six-yard reception in the Saints' 36-25 win over the Bears on Sunday.

    Analysis: The new addition was barely visible despite the absence of Alvin Kamara (ankle), as Latavius Murray was handed the ball 27 times and rumbled for 119 rushing yards and two touchdowns. With Kamara's return imminent, Zenner is little more than a depth player for New Orleans if he even keeps his roster spot, leaving him off the fantasy map in almost all formats.

    Published: Mon, Oct 21 at 2:59am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scooped up by New Orleans

    Zenner agreed to a contract with the Saints on Wednesday, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: For the second week in a row, Alvin Kamara is dealing with an ankle injury, so the Saints opted to bolster the backfield by bringing in Zenner. In 36 appearances across four seasons with the Lions, Zenner averaged 3.9 yards per carry and hauled in 27 of 37 targets.

    Published: Wed, Oct 16 at 12:12pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Trying out for Giants

    Zenner was one of three running backs to try out for the Giants on Tuesday, freelance NFL writer Howard Balzer reports.

    Analysis: Joining Zenner on Tuesday were Benny Cunningham and Fozzy Whittaker. If any of them ultimately receives a contract offer, he could be worth keeping an eye on given Saquon Barkley's (ankle) expected 4-to-8 week absence. New York currently has Wayne Gallman and fullback Elijhaa Penny as the only other options in the backfield.

    Published: Tue, Sep 24 at 3:15pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Let go by Lions

    The Lions will release Zenner, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: The running back should catch on elsewhere soon, with Houston coming to mind as a possibility. With Zenner no longer in the mix, the Lions' backfield is now headed by Kerryon Johnson and C.J. Anderson, with Ty Johnson and Mark Thompson next in line for reps.

    Published: Tue, Aug 27 at 1:46pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Falling behind in job battle

    Zenner carried four times for 21 yards during Friday's preseason game against the Bills.

    Analysis: If this game was any indication, Zenner has fallen behind Ty Johnson for the No. 3 role at running back. He still has a solid chance of making the roster, though, as Zenner is a standout on special teams and has proven to be a serviceable option when injuries have forced him into playing time on offense in the past.

    Published: Sat, Aug 24 at 10:16am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores touchdown in preseason game

    Zenner rushed three times for 17 yards and caught one pass for five yards and a touchdown during Saturday's preseason game against the Texans.

    Analysis: Zenner looked healthy after having to leave last week's preseason opener with an undisclosed injury. Meanwhile, Ty Johnson didn't do anything overly impressive. As long as Zenner continues to perform well on special teams, he should have a solid chance of holding down a roster spot in 2019.

    Published: Sat, Aug 17 at 8:43pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Suffers injury Thursday

    Zenner suffered an undisclosed injury during Thursday's preseason loss to the Patriots and did not return, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: Zenner ended up only rushing three times for 13 yards after he ended up being the fourth tailback to enter the game. It's unclear at this point what sort of injury he is dealing with, but the Lions should have an update the next time they take the practice field.

    Published: Fri, Aug 9 at 9:46am by Rotowire.com
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  • Losing grip on No. 3 role

    Zenner rushed three times for 13 yards during Thursday's 31-3 preseason loss to the Patriots.

    Analysis: Zenner curiously entered the game after Ty Johnson and proceeded to be outplayed by the rookie (on offense) as the night went on. While there could be room for both of them on the final roster when it's all said and done, Johnson has drawn positive reviews most of the offseason and seems to be making a solid case for being third in line for running back touches behind Kerryon Johnson and C.J. Anderson.

    Published: Thu, Aug 8 at 7:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Bulking up

    Zenner reported to training camp "in the 220-to-225-pound range," Mike O'Hara of the Lions' official site reports. "I think this is the biggest I've been," Zenner said. "Not by a lot. It sort of just happened with the training."

    Analysis: Zenner drew plenty of attention last offseason for his visually noticeable physical transformation that saw the running back reportedly dip to 8 percent body fat. Zenner said he's only continued on with the same training program since then. While it's encouraging to hear that he has continued to make noticeable progress, of larger importance to Zenner's future is the Lions' recent decision to part ways with Theo Riddick, whose proficiency on passing downs would have made it particularly…read more

    Published: Tue, Jul 30 at 3:53pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets competition from CJA

    Zenner and recent signee C.J. Anderson figure to compete for carries behind Kerryon Johnson, ESPN.com's Michael Rothstein reports.

    Analysis: The Lions also have Theo Riddick in a crowded backfield, though the pass-catching specialist might be traded or released before Week 1 to free up $3.7 million in cap space. Johnson is the only one of the bunch signed beyond 2019, and he already proved his merit as a lead back with 5.4 yards per carry and 32 catches in 10 games during his rookie season. Zenner's wealth of experience on special teams could allow him to stick on the 53-man roster even if he lands fourth on the depth chart at…read more

    Published: Tue, Apr 2 at 11:22am by Rotowire.com
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  • Re-signs with Lions

    Zenner is re-signing with the Lions, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: Zenner's strong finish in 2018 could put him second in line for carries behind Kerryon Johnson, though it's still too early in the offseason to project the 27-year-old's role with much certainty. Zenner took 51 carries for 237 yards (4.6 average) and three touchdowns over the final four weeks of the 2018 campaign, plus he maintained a key role on special teams even after his involvement on offense skyrocketed.

    Published: Tue, Mar 12 at 11:56am by Rotowire.com
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  • Finishes season strong

    Zenner's strong finish to the 2018 season likely strengthened his position with the Lions, Mike O'Hara of the team's official site reports.

    Analysis: This is an understatement considering Zenner turned out to be everything head coach Matt Patricia could really ask for in a backup running back -- an effective runner (4.8 YPC on 55 attempts) whose ability on special teams can allow for more roster flexibility on gamedays. The question now is where Zenner will sign this offseason once he becomes an unrestricted free agent in March. Given the promise he showed down the stretch, it's possible Zenner will have a number of suitors for his services.

    Published: Fri, Jan 11 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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  • Blows past 100 yards, scores in win

    Zenner rushed for 93 yards and one touchdown on 21 carries, adding a 30-yard reception during Sunday's 31-0 win against the Packers.

    Analysis: Detroit hasn't exactly handed the keys over to Zenner since Kerryon Johnson (knee) fell victim to injury Week 11 against the Panthers. In six games since, LeGarrette Blount has been entrusted with 76 carries to Zenner's 54. Zenner has been significantly more productive with those opportunities, however, averaging an impressive 4.7 yards per carry during that span compared to Blount's average of 3.1 yards per rush. The fourth-year back has given Detroit's front office something to ponder with…read more

    Published: Sun, Dec 30 at 1:50pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Leading rusher in convincing loss

    Zenner rushed eight times for 45 yards and added two catches for 22 yards on three targets in Sunday's 27-9 loss to Minnesota.

    Analysis: Zenner was easily Detroit's best option on the ground, as LeGarrette Blount (calf) was held to 29 yards on 11 carries. It's a bit puzzling why a beat-up Blount got more work than Zenner, but odd coaching decisions are nothing new to Lions fans. Zenner should push for double-digit touches against the Packers in Week 17.

    Published: Sun, Dec 23 at 3:49pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Primed for more work if Blount sits

    With Kerryon Johnson (knee) on injured reserve and LeGarrette Blount (calf) listed as questionable, Zenner and Theo Riddick are the Lions' only healthy running backs heading into Sunday's game against Minnesota, Kyle Meinke of MLive.com reports.

    Analysis: Zenner already appeared to usurp Blount for the lead role during last week's 14-13 loss at Buffalo, getting the start and posting a 10-45-1 rushing line while the 32-year-old produced just nine yards on seven carries. Of course, Riddick contributed 47 yards on eight carries and nine yards on two receptions, so a timeshare will likely still be in the works even if Blount doesn't play Sunday. The prospect of sharing with one player instead of two obviously boosts Zenner's fantasy outlook, but…read more

    Published: Fri, Dec 21 at 2:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Won't face competition from Johnson

    Zenner could retain a steady role on offense for the Lions' final two games of the season after Kerryon Johnson (knee) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday, Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press reports.

    Analysis: With the rookie second-round pick officially out of the picture, Zenner should remain at the front of a backfield committee over the final two weeks of the regular season. He leads the Lions with 22 carries over the past two games, most recently getting the starting nod over LeGarrette Blount in Sunday's 14-13 loss to the Bills. A Week 16 matchup with the Vikings doesn't look too appealing, though Zenner could push for an even larger share of the workload after Blount fell flat on his face (19…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 19 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores short TD in loss

    Zenner rushed 10 times for 45 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 14-13 loss to Buffalo, adding three catches for no gain on four targets.

    Analysis: Zenner had a short touchdown overturned by replay in the second quarter, only to find the end zone from one yard out on the very next play. Receiving back Theo Riddick surprisingly led the team in rushing with 47 yard on eight carries while LeGarrette Blount managed just nine yards on seven carries. The trio appears primed to split work in a similar fashion against the Vikings in Week 16, barring the return of Kerryon Johnson (knee).

    Published: Sun, Dec 16 at 1:47pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Impressive in Arizona

    Zenner rushed 12 times for 54 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's 17-3 victory over Arizona.

    Analysis: While he wasn't targeted in the passing game, Zenner was easily Detroit's most effective option in the run game. He ultimately gained nearly 20 more yards than LeGarrette Blount despite seeing the same number of carries. Zenner caught 18 balls for 196 yards for the Lions in 2016, so he has the capability to contribute in the passing game if he continues to see this kind of playing time, but that opportunity may not come if Kerryon Johnson (knee) is able to return to the lineup this week.

    Published: Sun, Dec 9 at 5:21pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Given one carry

    Zenner recorded seven rushing yards on one carry during Sunday's 30-16 loss to the Rams.

    Analysis: In Kerryon Johnson's (knee) continued absence, LeGarrette Blount (16 carries) and Theo Riddick (eight) once again dominated the available carries. It's clear the Lions don't view the South Dakota State product as anything more than a serviceable backup who will make his biggest impact on special teams.

    Published: Sun, Dec 2 at 6:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal role in Johnson's absence

    Zenner rushed twice for nine yards and secured his only target for a four-yard reception during Thursday's loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: There seemed to be a chance Zenner would have a significant role in the offense with Kerryon Johnson (knee) sidelined, but LeGarrette Blount ended up dominating the snaps on early downs. If Johnson is able to make it back for Week 13, Zenner stands to see an even lighter workload.

    Published: Thu, Nov 22 at 7:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Could have role Thursday

    Zenner could be part of a backfield committee Thursday against the Bears, Michael Rothstein of ESPN.com reports.

    Analysis: With Kerryon Johnson (knee) set to miss at least one game, the Lions are left with Zenner, LeGarrette Blount and Theo Riddick in the backfield. Blount and Riddick are the safe bets to handle significant roles, though neither has offered much on the ground this season. Zenner owns a career average of just 3.6 yards per carry and has mostly played special teams since 2016.

    Published: Wed, Nov 21 at 12:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • No touches against Carolina

    Zenner didn't touch the ball during Sunday's 20-19 win over the Panthers.

    Analysis: Zenner was contained to special teams in this one, but it's possible he could be needed on offense more often going forward if Kerryon Johnson's knee injury forces the rookie to miss time. However, Zenner still wouldn't be an advisable fantasy option in Week 12 against the Bears' stout defense.

    Published: Sun, Nov 18 at 4:38pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Gains 12 yards on lone carry in return

    Zenner rushed once for 12 yards during Sunday's 34-22 loss to the Bears.

    Analysis: While most of Zenner's action came on special teams, he nonetheless made a mark on offense, considering the 12 yards he gained on a draw play marked the Lions' longest run of the game. However, it's unlikely Zenner's role will grow as long as Kerryon Johnson, LeGarrette Blount and Theo Riddick are healthy. As a result, the South Dakota State product is nowhere near the fantasy radar as Detroit enters a Week 11 home game against Carolina.

    Published: Sun, Nov 11 at 5:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Rejoins Lions

    Zenner agreed to a deal with the Lions on Tuesday.

    Analysis: Zenner was waived from injured reserve by the Lions in September, but now seemingly fully healthy, rejoins his former squad. In three years with the Lions, Zenner rushed 119 times for 420 yards and five touchdowns. The 27-year-old won't likely see the field much, as he's expected to be buried on the depth chart behind Kerryon Johnson, LeGarrette Blount and Theo Riddick.

    Published: Tue, Nov 6 at 5:04pm by Rotowire.com
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