Fantasy Football Week 12: Trust or Bust Running Back Roundtable & Start/Sit Advice
Fantasy Football TodayNovember 20, 202443 min15,985 views
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- π‘ Anthony Richardson is a risky start against the Detroit Lions, despite his Week 11 success, due to the tougher defensive matchup.
- π Malik Nabers is a recommended start despite Tommy DeVito taking over at QB for the Giants, given his consistent per-game production and a favorable matchup against Tampa Bay.
- π Mike Evans is a strong trust play upon his return from injury against the Giants, expected to be a significant target for Baker Mayfield.
- π Deebo Samuel remains a viable start if healthy, despite recent inconsistencies, due to his big-play ability and the need for fantasy managers to fill lineups during bye weeks.
TNF Preview: Steelers vs. Browns
- β οΈ Russell Wilson is a player to consider sitting due to concerns about his passing volume and the Steelers potentially leaning on the run against the Browns.
- π George Pickens is a must-start wide receiver, considered a top-12 option weekly.
- πͺ Najee Harris is a strong RB2 to flex play, showing improved tackle-avoiding ability and earning a new contract.
- β Jaylen Warren is a fine flex option but his usage has decreased, making him a riskier play than Harris.
- browns passing game options like Cedric Tillman, Jerry Judy, and Elijah Moore are viable starts due to volume, but predicting which one will perform best is difficult.
- π« Nick Chubb is a player to avoid or consider only as a flex option against the Steelers' defense.
Roster Trends & Waiver Wire Adds
- π Buccaneers DST and Commanders DST are popular adds due to favorable matchups.
- π JuJu Smith-Schuster and Will Dissly are highlighted as intriguing tight end additions, with Smith-Schuster favored for rest-of-season value.
- π Amir Abdullah is a potential flex option if Raiders' RBs Zamir White or Alexander Madison are out, due to his pass-catching ability.
- π Deontay Johnson is a surprising name on the most dropped list, with his production for the Ravens being minimal so far.
Running Back Roundtable: Veterans & Slumps
- π΄ Veteran RBs like Joe Mixon, Saquon Barkley, Derrick Henry, and Alvin Kamara are defying age and delivering strong PPR performances, attributed to offseason work, advancements in sports medicine, and a league trend towards bell-cow backs.
- π Aaron Jones and Kyren Williams are in slumps, but Jones is slightly favored to break out first against the Bears due to a better matchup.
- π Jonathan Brooks is expected to return for the Panthers, but Chuba Hubbard remains the primary back, with Brooks needing explosive plays to earn more work.
- π» Bears' backfield sees a potential shift with Roshan Johnson gaining snaps, but DeAndre Swift's groin injury and a tough upcoming schedule make both players risky plays.
Start, Bench, Cut: Week 12 Analysis
- π Baker Mayfield is the top start at QB, with Justin Herbert on the bench and Jared Goff being cut due to playoff schedule concerns.
- π CeeDee Lamb is the top start at WR, with Tyreek Hill on the bench and DK Metcalf being cut due to inconsistency.
- π Marvin Harrison Jr. is the top start at WR, with Lad McConkey on the bench and Josh Downs being cut due to his upcoming bye week.
- π Zack Ertz is the top start at TE, with Mark Andrews on the bench and Dallas Goedert being cut due to inconsistent production and health concerns.
Viewer Questions & Final Advice
- π Russell Wilson is generally preferred over Anthony Richardson for Week 12 starts.
- π Kareem Hunt is favored over Isaiah Pacheco if both are active, due to expected workload.
- π Tyrone Tracy and Jerry Judy are recommended as top flex plays, with Cedric Tillman also a consideration.
- π Jauan Jennings is slightly preferred over Deebo Samuel for rest-of-season value.
- π Derek Carr and Jameis Winston are recommended over Tommy DeVito for Week 14 QB starts.
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