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Handcuff

What does Handcuff mean?

A handcuff is the direct backup to one of your starting running backs. If the starter gets hurt, the handcuff inherits his workload and becomes a league-winner. Handcuffing your top RB with his own backup is one of the most underrated late-round moves.

Handcuff picks in our draft strategy guide→

Related terms

Zero RBHero RB
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