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Jaylen Warren has breakout performance in Week 4 against Cleveland

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Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Jaylen Warren has breakout performance in Week 4 against Cleveland
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Jaylen Warren delivered a strong performance heading into the matchup against Cleveland, totaling 176 yards from 17 carries and three catches. With Rico Dowdle sidelined due to a toe injury, Warren has solidified his role, which shows trust from his quarterback as he received more than four targets in every game this season. His performance positions him as a potential RB1 in the absence of Dowdle. The team continues to rely on Warren until significant roster changes occur.

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  • •Warren ranked 14th among running backs in Week 4.
  • •He had 17 carries and three catches for 176 total yards.
  • •Rico Dowdle missed the game with a toe injury.
  • •Warren has four or more targets in every game this season.
  • •At least one target gained 18 yards or more in each game.
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Warren heads to Cleveland 14th among running backs in PFN’s Week 4 rankings after turning 17 carries and three catches into 176 total yards with Rico Dowdle sidelined. He has his quarterback’s trust, with four or more targets in all three games and at least one of them gaining 18 yards or better each week.

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