Daniel Thomas vs. New York Jets Makes for Smart Fantasy Play

Miami Dophins rookie running back Daniel Thomas expects to play against the New York Jets on Monday night football, and he is a smart start for your fantasy football team.

Despite battling a hamstring injury this week, Thomas has looked very good for the Dolphins during his short career.

Thomas has been very impressive this season, averaging 4.9 yards per carry, and has made himself the best option at running back for Miami. 

Reggie Bush was brought in by the Dolphins from the New Orleans Saints over the summer to give the offense a dynamic, playmaking running back, but Bush has not played well this season.

Thomas certainly gives the Dolphins the best chance at establishing a consistently good running game, and that will be the goal against the Jets.

With quarterback Matt Moore getting his first start of the season against the Jets this week, the Dolphins will likely make Thomas a focal point of the offensive game plan.

Thomas has good size and strength, which makes him a candidate for goal line carries. 

The New York Jets are the seventh worst rushing defense in the NFL, which is surprising since their defense has been very good the past few seasons.

New York allows 134.8 rushing yards per game, and Thomas will be able to penetrate the Jets' defensive line without a big run-stuffing defensive tackle upfront.

With Moore getting his first start in some time, and with the Jets defending the run poorly this year, Daniel Thomas is a smart start at the running back or the flex spot on your fantasy football team this week.

Playing on Monday night also gives Thomas an extra day of rest to let his hamstring heal even more, and get ready for the game against the Jets, which New York has to win to keep their playoff hopes alive.