In three seasons, J.K. Dobbins has averaged 5.8 yards per rush attempt. For perspective, Lamar Jackson led all ball-carriers averaging 5.5 yards per carry and Christian McCaffrey led the running backs averaging 5.4 yards per rush attempt last season.

Unfortunately for Dobbins, he’s been unable to stay healthy, suiting up for 24 games in three campaigns. In last year’s season opener with the Baltimore Ravens, he tore his Achilles, which sidelined him for the remainder of the term.

Based on the 25-year-old’s production and injury history, he’s the typical low-risk, high-reward signing for a team that will likely emphasize the ground game under offensive coordinator Greg Roman.

Roman, who coached Dobbins in Baltimore, provided an encouraging update on his recovery and added an extra nugget to keep an eye on this year.

“I think he’s doing good, he’s right on schedule. Feeling really good about J.K…He’s been really diligent with his rehab throughout the course of the year,” Roman told reporters.

“He can catch some balls out of the backfield too, so don’t sleep on him there.”

In 23 games in Roman’s offense, Dobbins hauled in 25 out of 32 targets for 162 yards and a touchdown. So, fantasy football managers shouldn’t get too excited about the running back’s potential involvement in the short passing game.

However, despite sharing the backfield with fellow former Raven Gus Edwards, Dobbins could have one of his most productive campaigns if he stays healthy.

He is four years younger than Edwards, and he’s looked impressive at practice.

“Dobbins bounced to the outside left and beat defenders up the sideline for a 15-yard gain,” The Athletic’s Daniel Popper wrote. “The explosion from Dobbins was eye-opening. He is moving really well.”

For less than $2 million, the Chargers may have a ball-carrier capable of rushing for 1,000 yards if he’s on the field for most of the season.