Strength of schedule is calculated from the opponents projected fantasy points allowed for the RB position. The best rating is +16 which gives the player the advantage against the defense and indicates an easy opponent, the worst rating is -16 which gives the defense the advantage and indicates a tough opponent.
The Browns would like to have a more dynamic change of pace back to spell Trent Richardson, but with very few options Hardesty appears to be in line to win the job again this season. Hardesty will compete with newly acquired Dion Lewis in training camp to be Richardson’s primary backup and could be a valuable handcuff for one of fantasy football’s elite backs.