Six touches for Mike Washington Jr. in Week 7

Las Vegas Raiders RB Mike Washington Jr. rushed six times for 27 and failed to catch his only target in a 35-21 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 7. SOURCE: USAToday.com Why it Matters: Washington actually led the Raiders in rushing with just 27 yards, and while he is averaging a respectable 4.9

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Vegas Raiders RB Mike Washington Jr. rushed six times for 27 and failed to catch his only target in a 35-21 loss to the Los Angeles Rams in Week 7.

SOURCE: USAToday.com

Why it Matters: Washington actually led the Raiders in rushing with just 27 yards, and while he is averaging a respectable 4.9 yards per carry, he simply isn't seeing enough touches to warrant a starting spot. That being said, Washington has flashed enough in his limited usage to be considered a must-own handcuff.

This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Six touches for Mike Washington Jr. in Week 7