Darrynton Evans

Darrynton Evans

26-Year-Old Running BackRB
Chicago Bears
2024 Fantasy Outlook
As a third-round pick by the Titans in 2020, it was hoped that Evans would earn more and more of the running back load for the team as he became more acclimated to the league, but he only lasted two seasons with Tennessee. Unfortunately, the Appalachian State product hasn't been able to gain much traction as a pro, and the Bills will be his fourth team in five seasons. The 5-10, 203-pounder hasn't had more than 30 rushing attempts or 12 targets at any of his stops in the NFL, and at this stage he's competing for a depth role in Buffalo behind top back James Cook. Read Past Outlooks
$Signed a contract with the Bears in December of 2024.
Signs with Bears off practice squad
RBChicago Bears
December 21, 2024
Evans signed with Chicago's active roster off the practice squad Saturday, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.
ANALYSIS
Evans is likely to work as Chicago's third-string running back behind D'Andre Swift and Roschon Johnson on Sunday against the Lions, as Travis Homer (hamstring) is listed as doubtful. A roster spot for Evans opened up when the Bears placed guard Ryan Bates on injured reserve.
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Advanced NFL Stats
How do Darrynton Evans' 2024 advanced stats compare to other running backs?
This section compares his advanced stats with players at the same position. The bar represents the player's percentile rank. For example, if the bar is halfway across, then the player falls into the 50th percentile for that metric and it would be considered average. The longer the bar, the better it is for the player.
  • Broken Tackle %
    The number of broken tackles divided by rush attempts.
  • Positive Run %
    The percentage of run plays where he was able to gain positive yardage.
  • % Yds After Contact
    The percentage of his rushing yards that came after contact.
  • Avg Yds After Contact
    The average rushing yards he gains after contact.
  • Rushing TD %
    Rushing touchdowns divided by rushing attempts. In other words, how often is he scoring when running the ball.
  • Touches Per Game
    The number of touches (rushing attempts + receptions) he is averaging per game
  • % Snaps w/Touch
    The number of touches (rushing attempts + receptions) divided by offensive snaps played.
Broken Tackle %
0.0%
 
Positive Run %
33.3%
 
% Yds After Contact
33.3%
 
Avg Yds After Contact
0.3
 
Rushing TD %
0.0%
 
Touches Per Game
0.0
 
% Snaps w/Touch
0.0%
 
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Snap Distribution / Depth Chart
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Snap %
Chicago BearsBears 2024 RB Snap Distribution See more data like this | See last season's snap counts
#% of Team Snaps

57965%
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3113%
688%
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42%
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This Week's Opposing Pass Defense
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vs Lions
Sunday, Dec 22nd at 1:00PM
Overall QB Rating Against
56.4
 
Cornerbacks
70.2
 
Safeties
41.3
 
Linebackers
93.1
 
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Measurables Review View College Player Page
How do Darrynton Evans' measurables compare to other running backs?
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Height
5' 10"
 
Weight
203 lbs
 
40-Yard Dash
4.41 sec
 
Vertical Jump
37.0 in
 
Broad Jump
125 in
 
Bench Press
20 reps
 
Hand Length
9.25 in
 
Arm Length
31.63 in
 
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Past Fantasy Outlooks
2021
2020
The Titans spent a third-round pick on Evans in the 2020 NFL Draft with the expectation that he would serve as the team's change-of-pace back behind Derrick Henry. Evans made a strong early impression with explosive performances in training camp. However, fumbling issues and a couple different injuries ultimately limited to him only 14 carries and two receptions in his rookie campaign. He found a steadier role on special teams, however, as he racked up 206 yards as a kick returner. Unfortunately, a knee issue landed Evans on IR and he'll miss at least three games out of the gate this season.
With Derrick Henry entrenched atop the depth chart, the Titans didn't exactly have a pressing need at running back, but they still saw enough in Evans to nab him late in the third round of this year's draft. An explosive, elusive runner, Evans can change direction on a dime and is a home-run threat once he gets some green around him. His smaller frame and lack of power could make him ineffective between the tackles, but that's Henry's domain anyway, so it shouldn't be a big issue in Tennessee. Evans also gives good effort in pass protection and is useful enough as an outlet receiver, so he should be able to take on the passing-down role previously filled by Dion Lewis. Should anything happen to Henry, however, Evans has the skills to make a big impact as a three-down option, even if he might need someone else to take on short-yardage work.
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Reverts to practice squad
RBFree Agent
December 18, 2024
Evans reverted to Chicago's practice squad on Wednesday. per the NFL's official transactions report.
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Elevated ahead of MNF
RBChicago Bears
December 16, 2024
The Bears elevated Evans from the practice squad ahead of Monday night's game against the Vikings, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.
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Returns to practice squad
RBFree Agent
December 9, 2024
Evans reverted to the Bears' practice squad Monday, per the NFL's official transaction log.
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Limited role in defeat
RBChicago Bears
December 8, 2024
Evans had three rushes for three yards in the Bears' 38-13 loss to the 49ers on Sunday.
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Elevated to active roster
RBChicago Bears
December 7, 2024
The Bears elevated Evans from the practice squad to the active roster Saturday, Kevin Fishbain of The Athletic reports.
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Latest Fantasy Rumors
Taking reps at WR
RBTennessee Titans
May 27, 2021
Evans is working partially as a wide receiver during OTAs, Buck Reising of AtoZSports Nashville reports.
ANALYSIS
The Jaguars' Travis Etienne got buzz for working as a receiver earlier this offseason, and it looks like the Titans intend to subject second-year back Evans to a similar regimen. Coach Mike Vrabel called Evans "a versatile player" who can handle being employed at more than one position, per Turron Davenport of ESPN.com. Derrick Henry is Tennessee's clear top tailback, but he's been under 20 catches in all five years of his career, so there's room for a change-of-pace option to emerge in this backfield. The offseason departures of Corey Davis and Jonnu Smith also opens up a significant amount of available targets, which Evans could end up benefiting from as a sophomore.
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