Texans' Duke Johnson: Leads backs in loss

Johnson rushed for 34 yards on seven carries and caught two of five targets for 22 yards in Sunday's 30-23 loss to the Colts in Week 7.

Johnson's 56 yards from scrimmage bested starter Carlos Hyde (35 yards) for the fourth time in the last five games. That can be the case when the Texans are playing catch-up and the passing game becomes the focus as it was Sunday. Johnson was on the field for 39 snaps while Hyde played 26. But opportunities are what matter most, and Hyde as the lead back is the better fantasy option. Johnson has 48 total touches compared to Hyde's 105.