Brian Leonard had just one carry for seven yards in Thursday night's Week 8 loss to the Panthers. Leonard played on all third downs over Mike James and was a factor in the passing game, finishing with six catches for 32 yards on seven targets. Even with Doug Martin (shoulder) out indefinitely, he remains off the fantasy radar.

Bucs RB/FB Brian Leonard rushed ten times for 38 yards and a touchdown in Saturday night's third preseason game at Miami. He added one catch for no gain. Although Peyton Hillis and rookie Mike James are also in the mix, Leonard was the starting tailback with Doug Martin (head) held out against the Dolphins as a precaution. Through three preseason games, Leonard has 16 carries for 61 yards (3.81 YPC) and two touchdowns. He's caught two passes. Leonard may be the slight favorite for snaps were Martin to suffer an in-season injury, but it's a handcuff situation to avoid.

The Bucs see Brian Leonard as a third-down option. The Bucs' backfield is starting to take shape. Doug Martin is going to be an every-down back and the bell cow. When he needs a breather on early downs, Michael Smith or Peyton Hillis will come on. When he asks out on third downs, Leonard will get the call. None of these backup-caliber players are a threat to Martin's projected workload.

Buccaneers signed RB/FB Brian Leonard to a one-year contract. Leonard, 29, rushed 33 times for 106 yards (3.21 YPC) and caught 11 passes for 67 yards last year. A workmanlike journeyman, Leonard can play fullback and pick up the blitz, but he's not going to help Tampa as a ball carrier or receiver. Leonard figures to compete for time with D.J. Ward and FB Erik Lorig. Leonard played college ball at Rutgers under current Bucs coach Greg Schiano.

Brian Leonard rushed four times for four yards in Cincinnati's Week 10 win over the Giants, and was held without a catch. Leonard wasn't targeted in the passing game, and appeared to be surpassed on the depth chart by Cedric Peerman, who rushed six times for 21 yards. Peerman stayed in for an entire series with the game still in doubt in the second quarter. If you've been holding onto Leonard in a deeper PPR league, take this as an opportunity to make a roster move.

Brian Leonard (ribs) is probable for Week 9. Leonard is ready to return from his one-game absence after getting in full practices on Thursday and Friday. He could be in for 3-4 touches as Cincinnati's primary third-down back.

Brian Leonard (ribs) was upgraded to full participation in Thursday's practice. He'll be ready for third-down duties against the Broncos. Leonard isn't nearly involved enough in the offense to be worth flex consideration in even exceptionally-deep PPR leagues, however.

Bengals RB Brian Leonard (ribs) was limited in Wednesday's practice. It's a bit concerning Leonard couldn't get in a full practice coming off the Bengals' bye week, but he remains on track to reclaim third-down duties. He won't be a fantasy option in PPR leagues, however.

Bengals RB Brian Leonard (ribs) has resumed practicing. Leonard is on track to resume third-down duties as the Bengals come out of their bye. Cedric Peerman will return to his third-string role.

Brian Leonard (ribs) is optimistic he'll be able to play against the Broncos in Week 9.