JuJu Smith-Schuster Totals 90 Yards Against Steelers

New England Patriots wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster caught four of six targets for 90 yards during Thursday's upset win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. It was a revenge game for Smith-Schuster, who played in Pittsburgh from 2017 through 2021. He accumulated a large portion of his yardage on the opening drive with a spectacular 37-yard grab […]

Bailey Zappe Throws For Three Touchdowns In Week 14 Win

New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe completed 19 of 28 passes for 240 yards, three touchdowns, and one interception during Thursday's win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. He had one of the best games of his career, leading the underdog Patriots to just their third victory of 2023 (and their first since Week 7). This performance […]

Chad Ryland Not A Reliable Option For Week 14

New England Patriots kicker Chad Ryland has not been a reliable fantasy option all season long, and that remains the case ahead of Week 14 versus the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Patriots were held scoreless against a suspect Chargers defense last week and will face similar difficulty this Thursday with Bailey Zappe under center. Beyond the […]

Patriots Defense An Appealing Option In Week 14

The New England Patriots' defense has significant streaming appeal in most fantasy football leagues ahead of their primetime clash with the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday night. While New England has been struggling lately, so, too, has Pittsburgh. The team recently fired its offensive coordinator, scored just 10 points against the Cardinals last week, was forced […]

Hunter Henry Off Fantasy Radar Despite Increased Volume

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry could have a larger role in Week 14 versus the Pittsburgh Steelers after teammates Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle), Demario Douglas (concussion), and Kayshon Boutte (shoulder) were ruled out. Nevertheless, his low production over the last few weeks and the Patriots' overall offensive struggles make it tough to trust Henry […]

Bailey Zappe Off Fantasy Radar For Week 14

New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe is not a reliable fantasy option for Week 14 versus the Pittsburgh Steelers. While one could argue that he has been a slight upgrade over Mac Jones, he was still quite disappointing during his first start of the season last Sunday when he led zero scoring drives, tallied just […]

Ezekiel Elliott Headed For Lead-Back Role

New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott will operate as the team's No. 1 running back on Thursday night versus the Pittsburgh Steelers after Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) was ruled out. While JaMycal Hasty and Ty Montgomery may earn a few snaps, this backfield belongs to Elliott and he could log around 20 touches, much like […]

Jake Browning - Week 14 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: QB2 ANALYSIS: Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Jake Browning's first victory of the decade came last Monday as he made his second career start. The 27-year-old looked great against the Jacksonville Jaguars, completing 32 of 37 passes for 354 yards, one touchdown, and zero interceptions. He also made […]

Isaiah Likely - Week 14 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: TE2 ANALYSIS: Ever since arriving in the NFL, Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely has been one of the most appealing handcuffs at the tight end position. While not nearly on the same level as Mark Andrews, Likely has shown that he can handle a heavy […]

Parker Washington - Week 14 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Sit in 14-Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: WR5 ANALYSIS: Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Parker Washington has spent most of this season in a depth role behind Calvin Ridley, Christian Kirk, Zay Jones, Travis Etienne Jr., and Evan Engram. The rookie has earned snaps at times but struggled to carve out a role in the […]

Is Najee Harris Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update

As fantasy managers prepare for the playoff stretch, there's nothing more important than having a fully healthy lineup. The Pittsburgh Steelers have benefited from a two-headed backfield all season long, but that might not be the case on Thursday night versus the New England Patriots. Is Najee Harris injured? Will Najee Harris play in Week 14? […]

Zay Jones - Week 14 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Sit in 12-Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: WR4 ANALYSIS: Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Zay Jones has been one of the league's more productive No. 3 receivers this season. He has played at least 63 percent of snaps in all but one of his games, and he's averaging 5.5 targets per week. Even as he […]

Elijah Moore - Week 14 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: Volume-based WR3/FLEX ANALYSIS: Cleveland Browns wide receiver Elijah Moore entered 2023 with significant optimism and upside. After an offseason trade that sent him from New York to Cleveland, Moore was ready for a fresh start and had an opportunity to emerge as the Browns' No. 2 […]

Fantasy Football Injury Reports For NFL RBs: Week 14 Updates for Rhamondre Stevenson, Derrick Henry, Zach Charbonnet, Najee Harris

Below you will find our fantasy football injuries report for running backs in Week 14, as of December 6. The injury statuses for various NFL running backs are up in the air for Week 14, including Rhamondre Stevenson, Derrick Henry, Zach Charbonnet, and Najee Harris. As the fantasy football season continues, every decision, transaction, and […]

Is Dorian Thompson-Robinson Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update

As fantasy managers prepare for the playoff stretch, there's nothing more important than having a fully healthy lineup. The Browns endured Week 13 without quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson, instead starting Joe Flacco in their loss to the Rams. As the Browns prepare for next Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Thompson-Robinson's status remains in question. Is Dorian […]

Is Demario Douglas Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update

As fantasy managers prepare for the playoff stretch, there's nothing more important than having a fully healthy lineup. Managers had to endure Week 13 without wide receiver Demario Douglas. As the Patriots prepare for a short week heading into Thursday's game against the Steelers, Douglas' status remains in question. Is Demario Douglas injured? Will Demario […]

Is Ezekiel Elliott Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update

As fantasy managers prepare for the playoff stretch, there's nothing more important than having a fully healthy lineup. Managers held their breath when Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott popped up on the injury report this Monday. He's headed for an increased role in Week 14, so his availability is imperative. Is Ezekiel Elliott injured? Will […]

Is Christian Kirk Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update

As fantasy managers prepare for the playoff stretch, having a fully healthy lineup is imperative. Managers held their breath when Jaguars wide receiver Christian Kirk exited with a concerning injury during the first quarter of Monday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Is Christian Kirk injured? Will Christian Kirk play in Week 14? What is Christian […]

Is Amari Cooper Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update

Fantasy managers received difficult injury news during the peak of Week 13. Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper was taken to the locker room with an apparent injury and did not return to Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams. Is Amari Cooper injured? What happened to Amari Cooper? Will he be available for Week […]

Biggest Fantasy Football Busts of the Week - Fantasy Outlooks for Justin Herbert, Austin Ekeler, Jahmyr Gibbs, David Njoku

The 13th Sunday of the 2023 NFL season has come and gone. Hopefully, you woke up on Monday morning feeling very good about how your matchup went. However, this week's slate of games was certainly stress-inducing for many fantasy football managers. Part of that stress was caused by a group of players who drastically underachieved […]

Is D'Andre Swift Injured or Healthy? Fantasy Football Injury Update

Fantasy managers held their breath during the second half of Sunday's game between the Eagles and 49ers. Despite trailing by several scores, the Eagles kept their starters in the game. With just three minutes left, lead running back D'Andre Swift exited the game and was taken to the locker room. Is D'Andre Swift injured? What […]

Hunter Henry Catches Two Passes In Week 13 Loss

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry turned four targets into two catches for 15 yards during Sunday's loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. There was some hope that he might have a solid game with Bailey Zappe under center, but that wasn't the case. He remains off the fantasy radar heading into the Week […]

DeVante Parker Targeted Nine Times Sunday

New England Patriots wide receiver DeVante Parker turned nine targets into four catches for 64 yards during Week 13 versus the Los Angeles Chargers. With Demario Douglas (concussion) inactive, Parker operated as the Patriots' top pass-catcher and played a key role. Even more promising than his four catches were his nine targets; he presumably would've […]

Ezekiel Elliott Impressive With Increased Touches

New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott rushed 17 times for 52 yards on the ground during Sunday's loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. He also caught four of five targets for 50 yards through the air. The veteran struggled with efficiency in the running game but made up for it with a key role […]

Bailey Zappe Uninspiring In First Start Of 2023

New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe completed 13 of 25 passes for 141 yards, zero touchdowns, and zero interceptions during Sunday's loss to the Los Angeles Chargers. He also took five sacks and added 16 rushing yards. Zappe played turnover-free football in his first start of the year, but he also had a low yardage […]

Rhamondre Stevenson's X-Rays Come Back Negative

X-rays came back negative on New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle), according to Jeff Howe of The Athletic. Stevenson exited in the first half of Sunday's game versus the Chargers and did not return, finishing the week with 39 rushing yards and a lost fumble. Howe notes that Stevenson likely suffered a sprain […]

Josh Whyle Won't Return In Week 13

Tennessee Titans running back Josh Whyle (knee) was taken to the locker room and has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts. He finishes Week 13 with just one catch for 16 yards through the air. Until Whyle can return, Kevin Rader will operate as Tennessee's No. 2 tight […]

Derek Carr Doubtful To Return Versus Lions

New Orleans Saints quarterback Derek Carr (shoulder, back, concussion) is doubtful to return against the Detroit Lions in Week 13. He is being evaluated for several injuries and has entered concussion protocol following a big hit from linebacker Bruce Irvin during the second half of Sunday's game. At the time of his departure, he had […]

Tank Dell Suffers Broken Fibula, Will Land On Injured Reserve

Houston Texans wide receiver Tank Dell (leg) suffered a broken fibula during Sunday's game against the Denver Broncos, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Dell is expected to be placed on injured reserve, making him ineligible to play through Week 17. The 24-year-old departed Week 13 before he could command a target. Through 11 contests […]

Josh Whyle Taken To Locker Room Sunday

Tennessee Titans running back Josh Whyle (right leg) was taken to the locker room during the fourth quarter of Sunday's game against the Indianapolis Colts. At the time of his departure, the 24-year-old had caught one of two targets for a gain of 16 yards through the air. For the time being, Kevin Rader will […]