Stevan Ridley
RB FA
Tue 1/1/19 9:43 PM

Ridley did not play in Pittsburgh's 16-13 win over Cincinnati in Week 17.
EDGE Analysis
The unrestricted free agent finished the 2018 season with 80 yards and a touchdown on 29 carries, adding three catches (on four targets) for 18 yards in 10 games. That is a long way from the 1,263 rushing yards and 12 touchdowns he had in 2012 with New England. At 29 years old Ridley has lost a step and with Jaylen Samuels (22 years old) emerging as the primary backup to James Conner (23 years old) it remains to be seen if Ridley returns to Pittsburgh next season.

Stevan Ridley
RB FA
Sat 12/15/18 3:11 PM

Ridley could see his role expand with the news that James Conner (ankle) is not expected to play Sunday against the Patriots, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
EDGE Analysis
Jaylen Samuels wound up receiving the majority of the workload in Week 14 (92 total yards on 48 snaps), but Ridley did score a red zone touchdown as part of his five touches. Even with a revenge game narrative looming, Ridley figures to a boom-or-bust fantasy play, entirely reliant on the whims of a Pittsburgh offense that could be limped by quarterback Ben Roethlisbergers' rib injury.

Stevan Ridley
RB FA
Fri 12/14/18 4:57 PM

Ridley's role in the Steelers offense could take a hit with James Conner (ankle) questionable for Sunday's contest against the Patriots, Teresa Varley of the team's official site reports.
EDGE Analysis
With Conner out of the lineup last Sunday in Oakland, Jaylen Samuels earned most of the snaps (48 of 60 on offense) among active Pittsburgh running backs and outpaced Ridley in touches (18 to five) and yards from scrimmaged (92 to four). However, Ridley cashed in with a touchdown inside the five-yard line. If Conner returns this weekend, all bets are off as to how much work Ridley and Samuels reasonably can expect to get. That said, the above breakdown may be the reality if Conner sits out again, which makes Ridley a TD-or-bust option, at best.

Stevan Ridley
RB FA
Wed 12/5/18 6:46 PM

Jaylen Samuels said he will get the start at running back Sunday in Oakland, but he also acknowledged the expectation of splitting snaps with Ridley, Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com reports.
EDGE Analysis
The Steelers may opt to go for a hot-hand approach, or else just adjust the personnel based on game script. Samuels' receiving ability would give him a clear edge if the team plays from behind or lands in a tight contest, while Ridley might end up with more touches if the Steelers are looking to drain clock. With James Conner (ankle) dominating playing time up to this point, Samuels has logged just 56 snaps on offense while Ridley has played 42.

Stevan Ridley
RB FA
Tue 12/4/18 12:43 PM

With James Conner (ankle) out this week, Ridley is in line for added work Sunday against the Raiders.
EDGE Analysis
The same applies to Jaylen Samuels, with some form of time-share likely on tap while Conner is sidelined. Meanwhile, the team promoted Trey Edmunds from its practice squad Tuesday for added depth. While it wouldn't surprise us if the likely committee approach favors Samuels, Ridley is still worth a speculative add for those with extra roster space to work with.

Stevan Ridley
RB FA
Sun 10/28/18 6:20 PM

Ridley caught both his targets for 13 yards during Sunday's 33-18 win over Cleveland.
EDGE Analysis
The seldom-used running back also lost a fumble after making his second catch as the Steelers were driving in the third quarter. He now has 13 touches for 48 yards from scrimmage in six games and the 13 receiving yards were his most in a game since 2013. With rookie Jaylen Samuels getting his first touches of the season, totaling 17 yards on four carries, there is no reason to roster Ridley in any fantasy format.

Stevan Ridley
RB FA
Tue 10/16/18 11:38 PM

Ridley carried the ball once for a two-yard gain during Sunday's 28-21 win over the Bengals.
EDGE Analysis
Ridley's single touch was his lowest total since Week 1. James Conner's back-to-back monster games have pushed down his value as we all know that Pittsburgh has no problem featuring a single back. Following this week's bye, the Steelers take on a Cleveland defense that has been much more successful against the pass than the run. Rumors about Le'Veon Bell will continue in the meantime, but -- from Ridley's perspective -- the difference between Bell returning or not is the difference between his value being low or nothing much at all.

Stevan Ridley
RB FA
Tue 9/25/18 6:54 PM

Ridley ran three times for 18 yards in Monday's 30-27 win over the Buccaneers.
EDGE Analysis
He played just five offensive snaps, and Pittsburgh running backs had just 18 carries all game, limiting his touches. Still, he seems to be the back-up to James Conner, as rookie Jaylen Samuels still has no touches this season, making Ridley a sneaky stash in deep fantasy leagues.

Stevan Ridley
RB FA
Mon 9/17/18 11:50 PM

Ridley recorded one reception for five yards and ran the ball once for two yards in Sunday's loss to the Chiefs.
EDGE Analysis
James Conner has become of the bell cow of the Steelers' backfield, leaving little room for Ridley or Jaylen Samuels in the rotation. As long as Conner can continue to perform at a high level, don't anticipate Ridley having much fantasy value.

Stevan Ridley
RB FA
Mon 9/10/18 9:36 PM

Ridley played just four snaps, all on special teams, in Sunday's 21-21 tie against the Browns.
EDGE Analysis
There was some question as to who the primary backup to James Conner would be between Jaylen Samuels and Ridley with Le'Veon Bell (contract dispute) still holding out. It turned out to be no one, as Conner was the only running back to carry the ball all game, and he did an outstanding job, despite a costly late fumble. Pittsburgh tends to lean heavily on their primary runner, so Ridley's role seems limited for the time being.