Fantasy Player Profile Jake Funk
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vs. HOU: #32 vs opposing RB - 31.52 FPA
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| Wk | Opp | Yds | TD | Yds | TD | Lost | Pts |
| 1 | @HOU, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 2 | @JAX, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 3 | KC, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 4 | TEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 5 | @DEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 6 | JAX, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 7 | @TEN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 8 | WAS, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 9 | @NE, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 10 | @LV, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 11 | PHI, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 12 | PIT, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 13 | @DAL, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 14 | Bye | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 15 | @MIN, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 16 | LAC, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 17 | @NYG, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
| 18 | HOU, | - | - | - | - | - | 0.00 |
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Joins 53-man roster
Funk was signed to the Colts' active roster from their practice squad Tuesday.
Analysis: Funk joined the team's practice squad in November after a short stint with the Saints, proceeded by him being let go by the Rams in October. The 24-year-old should suit up Sunday against the Texans, which will be his first game with the Colts.
Published: Tue, Jan 3 at 1:03pm by Rotowire.com
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Inks to practice squad
The Colts signed Funk to the practice squad Thursday.
Analysis: Funk suited up for five games with the Rams this season but played only one snap on offense, and he recently spent time on the Saints' practice squad. Now, he will get a chance to compete for an emergency reserve role with Indianapolis, replacing Phillip Lindsay on the practice squad.
Published: Thu, Nov 10 at 7:27am by Rotowire.com
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Let go Tuesday
Funk was cut from the Saints' practice squad Tuesday, Field Yates of ESPN reports.
Analysis: Funk signed with New Orleans' practice squad Oct. 12, just one day after being cut loose by the Rams. However, it appears his time in New Orleans will be short, as he was originally brought in when Alvin Kamara was dealing with a rib injury. Funk will now work to a find an opportunity elsewhere.
Published: Tue, Nov 8 at 2:55pm by Rotowire.com
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Headed to New Orleans
Funk signed with the Saints' practice squad Wednesday, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Funk was waived by the Rams on Tuesday after playing just one offensive snap in the team's crowded running backs corps this season. However, the 2021 seventh-round pick could get a chance to record his first carry of the season as a potential game-day elevation for the Saints, as No. 1 running back Alvin Kamara has been in and out of the lineup with a rib injury this season. Funk also played 74 special-teams snaps over five games in 2022, which could also help his cause for a promotion to the…read more
Published: Wed, Oct 12 at 9:36pm by Rotowire.com
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Cut loose by Rams
The Rams waived Funk on Tuesday.
Analysis: With Kyren Williams inching closer to returning from a sprained ankle he suffered in the season-opener against Buffalo, the Rams ultimately let their 2021 seventh-round pick go. Los Angeles also acquired veteran running back Malcolm Brown in late September to add depth behind Cam Akers and Darrell Henderson, leaving Funk with few opportunities to earn snaps in the team's backfield. The 205-pounder has just two carries for five yards since joining the Rams in 2021, and he'll now search for a…read more
Published: Tue, Oct 11 at 2:18pm by Rotowire.com
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No offensive snaps
Funk played exclusively on special teams and recorded no stats during Thursday's 31-10 loss to the Bills.
Analysis: Even with Kyren Williams (ankle) leaving the game early, Funk never took an offensive snap while the majority of the rushing load fell to Darrell Henderson. Cam Akers also sits in front of Funk on the depth chart, meaning Funk's path to playing time and fantasy relevance may still be difficult even with Williams likely to miss a chunk of time with a high-ankle sprain.
Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 10:18am by Rotowire.com
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Doesn't do much with big workload
Funk rushed 12 times for 32 yards and caught his only target for five yards in Saturday's 16-7 preseason loss to the Bengals. He also lost a fumble.
Analysis: Funk played in all four quarters, splitting work with Trey Ragas while the Rams gave rookie Kyren Williams the night off. Williams seems to have secured the third-string running back spot over Funk, who did little to improve his standing in the competition Saturday. Funk could still make the team, especially if the Rams have any uncertainty over the availability of Cam Akers (undisclosed) or Darrell Henderson (undisclosed) moving forward.
Published: Sat, Aug 27 at 6:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Just two touches Friday
Funk rushed once for no gain and secured his only target for minus-1 yard in the Rams' 24-20 preseason loss to the Texans on Friday night.
Analysis: With neither Cam Akers nor Darrell Henderson suiting up due to undisclosed injuries, Funk served as the starting running back but actually saw less work than during the preseason-opening win against the Chargers. The 2021 seventh-round pick logged most of his game action on special teams last season, and he's likely headed for a similar role in 2022 if he sticks on the final 53-man roster.
Published: Fri, Aug 19 at 10:52pm by Rotowire.com
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Getting additional work
Funk is getting additional reps while Cam Akers and Darrell Henderson are not practicing due to soft-tissue injuries, Sarah Barshop of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Coach Sean McVay said that the Rams are "just being smart" with their top two running backs in limiting their time on the practice field, and Funk has been the recipient of a healthy share of the workload in their absence, including six carries for 16 yards in the Rams 29-21 win over the Chargers on Saturday. Kyren Williams returned from the active/PUP list last week and is also in the mix for valuable reps in practice, and the duo should see plenty of work for the rest of the preseason as they…read more
Published: Mon, Aug 15 at 8:13pm by Rotowire.com
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Nine touches Saturday
Funk rushed six times for 16 yards in Saturday's 29-22 win over the Chargers. He also caught one of two passes for 10 yards and returned two kicks for 36 yards.
Analysis: Funk didn't light up the stat sheet Saturday, but he did show off a multi-faceted skill set beyond his rushing ability with his reception and two kick returns. Brandon Powell (knee) and Tutu Atwell will likely serve as the primary return men for the Rams during the regular season, but Funk's abilities on special teams may help swing the second-year running back onto the roster and into a backup role, especially if Kyren Williams (foot) isn't ready to go to start the regular season.
Published: Sun, Aug 14 at 8:36am by Rotowire.com
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Rushes twice against Cards
Funk rushed twice for five yards during the 34-11 wild-card round victory over Arizona on Monday. He played four offensive snaps.
Analysis: The seventh-round selection in the 2021 NFL Draft matched his regular-season numbers against the Cardinals on Monday. Funk rushed once in the second quarter and on the final offensive play of the game for the Rams, and he projects to have a limited role again this week against the Buccaneers with Cam Akers and Sony Michel healthy and running well.
Published: Wed, Jan 19 at 6:22am by Rotowire.com
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Plays two snaps Week 16
Funk carried once for minus-1 yard while playing two of the Rams' 70 offensive snaps in Sunday's 30-23 win over the Vikings.
Analysis: Sony Michel carried the load for the Rams, toting the rock 27 times and leaving little work left over for anyone else. With Darrell Henderson (knee) moving to injured reserve Tuesday, Funk could be first in line to ascend to the No. 2 role Week 17 in Baltimore, but he's not likely to have a major role behind Michel. Additionally, Cam Akers (Achilles) could be ready to make his season debut this weekend, in which case Funk would be third in line for backfield work.
Published: Wed, Dec 29 at 9:04am by Rotowire.com
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Activated off IR
The Rams activated Funk (hamstring) to the active roster Tuesday.
Analysis: Funk was originally expected to be out for the season, but he is now back with the Rams' active roster and could potentially suit up Tuesday against the Seahawks. Although he is very close to being fully healthy, the running back will likely continue to mostly see the field on special teams.
Published: Tue, Dec 21 at 10:09am by Rotowire.com
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Designated for return
Funk (hamstring) was designated to return from IR on Sunday.
Analysis: Funk was placed on IR on Oct. 19 after it was originally reported that he was done for the season. Now that Funk has been designated to return, he has a 21-day window to prove he is healthy enough to be moved to the main roster or he will officially be out for the rest of the season.
Published: Sun, Dec 19 at 1:16pm by Rotowire.com
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Moved to IR
Funk (hamstring) was placed on injured reserve Tuesday.
Analysis: This move comes as no surprise, as the running back was ruled out for the remainder of the season Monday. The 23-year-old mostly operated as a special teams option this year, only playing 17 offensive snaps in six contests.
Published: Tue, Oct 19 at 2:11pm by Rotowire.com
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Shut down for season
Funk has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2021 season due to a torn hamstring that may require surgery, J.B. Long of the Los Angeles Rams Radio Network reports.
Analysis: Funk has been lost for the season after picking up a hamstring injury in Sunday's matchup against the Giants. He appeared in six contests, rushing once for six yards while accruing 88 yards on kick returns.
Published: Mon, Oct 18 at 7:46pm by Rotowire.com
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Downgraded to out
Funk (hamstring) won't return to Sunday's game against the Giants, according to Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic.
Analysis: As expected, Funk has been downgraded and won't return to the game -- which was a likely scenario given how tricky hamstring injuries can be. His next chance to play will be in Week 7 against the Lions, but his availability will depend on the severity of the injury.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 11:11am by Rotowire.com
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Picks up hamstring injury
Funk (hamstring) is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Giants, according to Jourdan Rodrigue of The Athletic.
Analysis: It's unclear when Funk picked up the injury, but hamstring problems are unpredictable, and there's no clarity regarding his potential return to action. He wasn't expected to hold a big role on offense with Darrell Henderson and Sony Michel both available, though.
Published: Sun, Oct 17 at 10:45am by Rotowire.com
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No offensive snaps Week 4
Funk played exclusively on special teams and didn't record any stats during Sunday's 37-20 loss to the Cardinals.
Analysis: With Darrell Henderson inactive for Week 3, Funk saw 14 offensive snaps. However, with Henderson back in the mix for Week 4, the rookie was relegated to special-teams duties. The Maryland product is firmly supplanted behind both Sony Michel and Henderson on the depth chart and does not provide any immediate fantasy upside.
Published: Tue, Oct 5 at 10:24am by Rotowire.com
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Handles single carry in win
Funk rushed once for six yards and played 14 offensive snaps during Sunday's 34-24 win over Tampa Bay.
Analysis: The rookie's only carry was the first rush of the game for the Rams, and then Funk gave way to Sony Michel. Michel took 20 totes for 67 yards, and while those numbers don't jump off the stat sheet, the Buccaneers boast a formidable run defense. With Darrell Henderson (ribs) potentially back in the mix for Week 4, and Michel clearly ahead of Funk in the backfield pecking order, there's not a lot of immediate fantasy upside for the first year rusher out of Maryland.
Published: Mon, Sep 27 at 5:15pm by Rotowire.com
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To have bigger role Sunday
Funk is set for an expanded role Sunday against the Buccaneers with Darrell Henderson (ribs) inactive for the contest, Jordan Rodrigue of The Athletic reports.
Analysis: Rodrigue labels Funk as a "featured" back along with veteran Sony Michel, but given the latter's edge in experience and solid second-half showing (10 carries, 46 yards) against the Colts in Week 2, it's reasonable to expect he'll pace the backfield in carries. Nevertheless, Funk should be in line for a solid complementary role at a minimum after playing just three snaps from scrimmage over the first two games of his NFL career, all coming last Sunday against Indianapolis.
Published: Sun, Sep 26 at 12:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Little action in win
Funk logged three snaps on offense during Sunday's 27-24 win over the Colts.
Analysis: Funk failed to see any rushing attempts or targets in the contest. The rookie running back has not been a part of the Rams' offensive game plan through two weeks, as he is seeing most of his playing time on special teams. Instead, Darrell Henderson and Sony Michel have been carrying the load in the backfield. Henderson suffered a rib injury in Week 2, but the Rams are optimistic about his ability to practice this week. Although Michel would be the biggest beneficiary if Henderson has to miss…read more
Published: Tue, Sep 21 at 9:00pm by Rotowire.com
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No offensive snaps
Funk logged 11 snaps on special teams during Sunday's 34-14 win over the Bears.
Analysis: Funk failed to see any snaps on offense, as fellow running backs Darrell Henderson and Sony Michel carried the load. Henderson totaled 16 carries while Michel logged just one carry. As the No. 3 running back on the team, Funk will likely have difficulty finding consistent opportunities on offense. It's hard to imagine a path to fantasy relevance for the 5-foot-10, 203-pound rookie if both Henderson and Michel can stay healthy. The Rams are set to take on the Colts in Week 2.
Published: Tue, Sep 14 at 10:12pm by Rotowire.com
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Drops on depth chart
Funk has more competition for snaps following the Rams' trade for fellow running back Sony Michel on Wednesday, Kevin Modesti of The Orange County Register reports.
Analysis: While the majority of rookie seventh-round picks have been desperately clawing for third-string spots, Funk has spent his summer competing with Xavier Jones for No. 2 standing on the Los Angeles depth chart, behind presumed starter Darrell Henderson after Cam Akers suffered an Achilles tear in July. The addition of Michel makes things a bit more crowded, but Funk still is in good shape relative to other late-round picks, with the running-back position arguably the biggest question mark for an…read more
Published: Wed, Aug 25 at 8:43am by Rotowire.com
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Inefficient in preseason loss
Funk rushed five times for 12 yards and brought in his only target for minus-5 yards in the Rams' 13-6 preseason loss to the Chargers on Saturday night.
Analysis: The rookie recently received praise from head coach Sean McVay for his work in training camp thus far, but he was unable to validate the accolades much Saturday with an inefficient performance. Funk should still have an inside track to a roster spot with Cam Akers' Achilles injury opening up a clearer path to such, and he'll look to acquit himself more impressively against the Raiders in next Saturday night's preseason clash.
Published: Sat, Aug 14 at 11:10pm by Rotowire.com
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Busy preseason ahead
Funk and Xavier Jones should be busy this preseason, as the Rams likely will play it safe with projected starter Darrell Henderson, Ryan Kartje of the Los Angeles Times reports.
Analysis: Funk is a sixth-round rookie who took only 135 carries throughout his college career, while Jones is a second-year pro who strictly played special teams after catching on with the Rams as an undrafted rookie last year. The two are listed as co-No. 2s on the team's initial preseason depth chart, ahead of scatbacks Raymond Calais (5-8, 188) and Otis Anderson (5-11, 174). Most reports put Jones in the lead for the second RB spot, but Funk should have plenty of chances to make his case this…read more
Published: Fri, Aug 13 at 12:50pm by Rotowire.com
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Climbs depth chart
Funk will move up the depth chart after teammate Cam Akers suffered a torn Achilles, but the rookie still looks to be behind Darrell Henderson and Xavier Jones in the Rams backfield, Kevin Modesti of The Orange County Register reports.
Analysis: This is the type of situation where a little-known player could make an impact, but as a rookie seventh-round pick, Funk will need to earn a roster spot first and foremost. He was a backup throughout most of his college career at Maryland, before taking 60 carries for 516 yards and three touchdowns in five games his senior season. Funk then boosted his draft stock with a sub-4.5-second 40-yard dash at his pro day, ultimately landing in Los Angeles on draft day with the 233rd overall pick. In…read more
Published: Wed, Jul 21 at 9:35am by Rotowire.com
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