2020 Fantasy Football Week 12: Start 'Em, Sit 'Em & Sleeper Picks

Ravens-Steelers Game Uncertainty

• ⚠️ The Ravens-Steelers game is in jeopardy due to Lamar Jackson testing positive for COVID-19, potentially impacting fantasy playoffs and requiring managers to prepare replacement options.
• 💡 Commissioners are allowing temporary IR placement for Steelers and Ravens players to manage rosters during this uncertainty.
• 🏈 A potential Week 18 in the NFL season is being discussed due to rising COVID-19 cases, though no decisions have been made.

Key Game Recaps & Takeaways

• 🏈 The Texans-Lions game saw a 41-25 Texans victory, with Duke Johnson showing some comfort but still being a risky flex option.
• 🤕 In the Washington-Cowboys game, Washington won 41-16, with Antonio Gibson scoring two touchdowns and Dallas suffering significant offensive line injuries.
• 📈 CeeDee Lamb is a player to hold onto despite inconsistent production, while JD McKissick had a poor showing against Dallas's run defense.

Player News & Injury Updates

• 🏥 Tua Tagovailoa was limited but expected to play, while Ryan Fitzpatrick remains a viable option in 2QB leagues.
• 🏃 Chris Carson is cautiously optimistic to play, and fantasy managers should hold onto Carlos Hyde for now.
• 🤕 Derrick Henry is dealing with a foot injury, and Todd Gurley is questionable with a knee issue, impacting their availability.

Stud Running Backs in Tough Matchups

• 🛡️ Raheem Mostert faces a tough Rams run defense that has allowed minimal fantasy points to RBs, making him a low-end RB2 start.
• ⚔️ Clyde Edwards-Helaire is in a difficult matchup against the Buccaneers' strong run defense, with limited success for RBs against them.
• 📈 David Montgomery has a favorable matchup against Green Bay but is a sit due to offensive line issues and workload uncertainty.

Sleeper Picks & Waiver Wire Targets

• 🎯 Kyle Rudolph and Gerald Everett are potential sleeper tight ends if Irv Smith Jr. or Tyler Higbee miss games.
• 🚀 Cam Akers is a potential breakout candidate with upside, while players like Van Jefferson and Nelson Agholor are stash-worthy options.
• 🏈 Waiver wire targets include DSTs like Seattle, Minnesota, and Raiders, and QBs like Tua Tagovailoa and Daniel Jones.

Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Analysis

• 🌟 Cooper Kupp and Robert Woods are recommended starts against the 49ers due to their upside, while Jared Goff is an okay start in the QB2 range.
• 🏈 Aaron Jones and Allen Robinson are must-starts against the Packers, with Robinson being a solid WR2 option.
• 🚀 Russell Wilson, DK Metcalf, and Chris Carson (if healthy) are confident starts against Philadelphia, while Miles Sanders is also a strong play.

Key Matchup Insights

• 🎯 Nelson Agholor is a DFS tournament play with touchdown potential, especially if Derek Carr is having a good game.
• 💥 Josh Jacobs is a player to start despite a tough matchup, with potential for a touchdown and decent yardage.
• 🏈 Dalvin Cook and Justin Jefferson are must-starts against the Vikings, with Jefferson being a top-10 receiver if Adam Thielen is out.

Tight End Rankings & Considerations

• 💡 Darren Waller is a top-tier tight end and a must-start, while Hayden Hurst is a low-end starter with potential if used effectively.
• 🤔 Rob Gronkowski is a low-end starter, and Dallas Goedert is a safer play than Zach Ertz if he plays.
• 📈 Jimmy Graham is preferred over Kyle Rudolph if Irv Smith Jr. plays, and over Robert Tonyan regardless of Smith's status.