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An unrestricted free agent signing this Spring, Davis availed himself nicely as the starter in Carolina last season while Christian McCaffrey dealt with injury issues. He proved to be a durable runner, averaging just under 4.0 yards per carry on 165 totes, but his real value may come as a receiver. He had 59 catches in 2020 and the 5th-most targets of any back in the league. As at QB, the RB corps is young, so short of a late signing or injury, Davis figures to be the guy lining up behind Ryan. HC Arthur Smith has promised a more balanced offensive attack than Falcons fans have seen in recent years, which bodes well for a steady workload for Davis. But his versatility as a receiver could be the thing that gives him significant sleeper value.
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Atlanta snags Wayne Gallman off waivers
Set to back up Mike Davis following Qadree Ollison release
By: Doug Orth | Thu Sep 2, 11:15 pm
|  | The Atlanta Falcons signed running back Wayne Gallman, who spent the offseason and training camp with the 49ers. Gallman signed with San Francisco after spending his first four seasons with the Giants; he logged a combined 34 carries for 153 yards in three preseason appearances. (Around The NFL)
FFToday's Take: Fantasy managers should take note; this is not a ho-hum move by the Falcons. Mike Davis has yet to prove he can handle a feature back role, so he's a poor bet to do so at 28 years old. Cordarrelle Patterson is the only other running back on the roster and he's more of a hybrid player. Gallman proved himself to be an effective back last year when he averaged 4.6 YPC behind the Giants' struggling offensive line. Once he gets up to speed, he should be considered a threat to Davis' workload.
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