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The expected bell-cow of the potentially high-flying Herbert-McDaniel offense absolutely dominated in Weeks 1-5 compared to after returning from his fractured ankle in terms of yards per carry (4.8 vs. 4.0), yards after contact per carry (3.8 vs. 2.9) and tackles avoided per rush (33.3% vs. 17.2%).
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Hampton's efficiency cratered post-ankle injury: 4.8 to 4.0 YPC, 33.3% to 17.2% TAR.

Ian Hartitz ranks Omarion Hampton as RB10 for 2026, noting the expected bell-cow of the potentially high-flying Herbert-McDaniel offense showed a significant decline after returning from his fractured ankle. Pre-injury (Weeks 1-5) he averaged 4.8 yards per carry, 3.8 yards after contact per carry, and 33.3% tackles avoided per rush; post-injury he dropped to 4.0 YPC, 2.9 YAC per carry, and 17.2% TAR.

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