The turnaround for Carolina has been immediate. Since Dowdle took over as the clear starter and began receiving the bulk of the snaps, the Panthers are 2- 0. More importantly for fantasy football players, Dowdle has been delivering elite production, stacking back-to-back performances that rival the best running back stretches of the season.

Former Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle continues shots at the team's defense after a monster Week 6 performance.

Breaking down all of the NFL's biggest Week 6 storylines, including Rico Dowdle's second straight fantasy eruption.

Each week, we’ll offer up the very best of the NFL for a given week, kind of like the fantasy football team you wished you had.We’ll pick one quarterback, two running backs, two receivers and a tight end – OK,

"I know we're going to have to buckle up. We'll bring our seat belts, Rico, and buckle up," Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer said on Monday. "Can't wait to see him, though."