The Minnesota Vikings made a savvy move in the sixth round of the NFL draft, selecting running back Demond Claiborne. But what does this mean for your fantasy team, and how will it shake up the backfield alongside Aaron Jones, Jordan Mason, and Zavier Scott?

On the surface, the Vikings' running back room looks crowded. However, dig a little deeper, and you'll see a situation ripe with opportunity—especially for a late-round rookie with upside. Claiborne could find himself with fantasy relevance sooner than expected.

Let's start with Aaron Jones. The veteran back turns 32 in December and will be a free agent after this season. While Minnesota will lean on him when healthy, his durability is a growing concern. Jones's over/under for games played likely sits around 12 or 13. Smart fantasy managers should be looking to handcuff him with at least one backup.

That brings us to Jordan Mason. He's the obvious choice for a handcuff and likely the better value pick. Mason's over/under for games played is closer to 15, and he can handle a fairly full workload when called upon. His main limitation? Minimal involvement in the passing game, which caps his ceiling in PPR formats.

Then there's Zavier Scott, a former college wide receiver who projects as a No. 3 or No. 4 back. His realistic ceiling is around RB55-60, and that's only if he sees 35-plus targets. He's more of a depth piece than a fantasy factor.

Now, enter Demond Claiborne. At 188-195 pounds, he was a college bell cow with long-term NFL appeal—if he can add a bit more to his frame. If Claiborne can leapfrog Scott on the depth chart, he becomes the primary handcuff to Mason. And with Jones likely to miss time, that could mean a few games as a featured back. That makes Claiborne a solid deep-league add after your fantasy draft.

For those looking to gear up for the season, keep an eye on this Vikings backfield. It may look crowded now, but opportunity—and fantasy points—could be just an injury away.