Ismail Mahdi

Running BackRB
2024 Fantasy Outlook
Mahdi is coming off a breakout campaign for the Bobcats in which he amassed 1,331 rushing yards and 10 touchdowns on the ground as well as 20 catches for 275 yards and a score through the air. He'll return to what should now be one of the better offensive backfields in the Sun Belt with the addition of 2023 Sun Belt Player of the Year Jordan McCloud at quarterback. Those two pose a terrifying threat to opposing defenses, especially in option scenarios where they can both use their legs. They'll benefit each other, as McCloud's presence will make defenses respect the pass, opening lanes for Mahdi and vice versa. UTEP transfer tailback Deion Hankins, who elected to join the Bobcats for his final year of eligibility, could eat into a handful of Mahdi's carries. However, he's still expected to receive the lion's share of snaps at running back and should once again be one of the most dynamic runners in the Sun Belt. Read Past Outlooks
Benched after fumble
October 30, 2024
Mahdi totaled 14 carries for 82 yards and one touchdown and reeled in all three targets for 17 yards during Tuesday's 23-17 defeat versus Louisiana.
ANALYSIS
Mahdi lost a fumble late in the third quarter and didn't receive a touch after the mishap. Torrance Burgess replaced Mahdi as the No. 1 back while Lincoln Pare mixed in. Mahdi will likely return to his starting role in Week 11, though he may have a shorter leash, especially considering Burgess totaled 109 yards from scrimmage Tuesday.
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Another 100-yard game
October 21, 2024
Mahdi tallied 25 carries for 139 yards and caught 1 of 2 targets for 12 yards during Saturday's 24-14 defeat against Old Dominion.
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Returns to form
October 14, 2024
Mahdi totaled 17 carries for 164 yards and caught their only target for one yard during Saturday's 41-9 win versus Arkansas State.
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Splits carries in win
October 4, 2024
Mahdi posted 12 carries for 36 yards and one touchdown during Thursday's 38-17 victory versus Troy.
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Struggles continue
September 30, 2024
Mahdi compiled 17 rushes for 57 yards and reeled in their only target for five yards during Saturday's 40-39 loss versus Sam Houston State.
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Handles 19 touches
September 13, 2024
Mahdi logged 14 rushes for 68 yards and gathered in all five targets for 28 yards during Thursday's 31-28 loss to Arizona State.
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