C.J. Anderson, Juwan Thompson's Instant Fantasy Reaction After Week 15

The Denver Broncos have developed a more balanced offense recently, with running back C.J. Anderson serving as the catalyst for the change.   

Anderson has proven a capable complement to prolific passer Peyton Manning. He was leaned on for 29 carries in the Week 15's 22-10 win over the AFC West rival San Diego Chargers.

Player	Rushes/Yds	Receptions/Targets	Rec. Yds	TD	Fantasy Points
Anderson	29/85	2/2	11	0	9
Thompson	4/14	—	0	0	1

Another relatively unheralded ball-carrier in Juwan Thompson has filled in behind Anderson. Thompson's slightly bigger frame gives him a bit of value in the scoring zone, though Anderson's production and Manning's precision in the short passing game caps that upside to an extent.

It was actually Anderson who had a chance to break the plane in the second quarter. However, he wound up just shy of appeasing fantasy owners everywhere, per DenverBroncos.com's Andrew Mason:

Troy Renck of The Denver Post did allude to one concerning development in the first half that's worth monitoring:

As long as Anderson is featured, he has proven to have the all-around ability and vision to be a consistent RB2. He entered Sunday's contest with six touchdowns in his previous five games.

The best distinction Thompson garners right now is that of a handcuff option.