Mike Gesicki Catches Touchdown Pass Versus Broncos

New England Patriots tight end Mike Gesicki caught two passes for 15 yards and one touchdown during Sunday's win over the Denver Broncos. The veteran handled increased opportunities in Week 16 with Hunter Henry (knee) sidelined. While Gesicki didn't necessarily see more targets than usual, he certainly filled Henry's end-zone role. Henry had three touchdowns […]

Demario Douglas Leads Patriots In Receiving Yards Sunday

New England Patriots wide receiver Demario Douglas turned eight targets into five catches for 74 yards against the Denver Broncos on Sunday. He bounced back after a subpar performance during last week's return from concussion protocol. The rookie now has at least five targets in five of his last six games as he continues to […]

DeVante Parker Productive In Week 16 Win

New England Patriots wide receiver DeVante Parker caught four of five targets for 65 yards during Sunday's win over the Denver Broncos. He and Demario Douglas operated as the team's primary wide receivers with JuJu Smith-Schuster (ankle) sidelined. Parker, who has repeatedly showcased his reliability in contested catch situations, now has nine catches and 109 […]

Ezekiel Elliott Catches Nine Passes Versus Denver

New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott rushed 12 times for just 27 yards during Sunday's win over the Denver Broncos. He was much more productive through the air, turning 11 targets into nine catches, 33 receiving yards, and one touchdown. The veteran continued to see a very heavy workload with Rhamondre Stevenson (sidelined), once […]

Bailey Zappe Leads Patriots To Week 16 Win

New England Patriots quarterback Bailey Zappe completed 25 of 33 passes for 256 yards, two touchdowns, and zero interceptions during Sunday's victory over the Denver Broncos. He also took two sacks and lost one fumble. All in all, the young quarterback had a solid game, showing poise while leading several scoring drives en route to […]

Jets To Retain Joe Douglas, Robert Saleh

New York Jets owner Woody Johnson confirmed to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport that general manager Joe Douglas and head coach Robert Saleh will return for the 2024 season. There had been some speculation about a personnel shakeup in New York amidst a failed season, but it appears the current leaders will have one more chance […]

Devon Witherspoon Inactive Versus Titans

Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (hip) is officially inactive for Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans. He had been listed as questionable but was not expected to play after missing practice on Friday. Indeed, the rookie sensation is set to miss his second consecutive contest. The Seahawks' secondary could have trouble replacing the young playmaker […]

Jaire Alexander Suiting Up Versus Panthers

Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander (shoulder) is active for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers. He had been listed as questionable but will ultimately make his return to the defensive lineup after missing six consecutive games. He'll look to finish the season strong after logging 22 tackles through his first five games. Without a […]

Ian Thomas Suiting Up For Week 16

Carolina Panthers tight end Ian Thomas (ankle) is officially active for Week 16 against the Green Bay Packers. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction after logging a full practice on Friday. Given that the 27-year-old plays in a crowded tight end room and has just four catches through […]

Alexander Mattison Officially Active For Week 16

Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison (ankle) is officially active for Week 16 versus the Detroit Lions. However, as NFL Network's Tom Pelissero noted on Sunday morning, the 25-year-old is less than 100 percent and could have some limitations while operating behind Ty Chandler, who dominated with 157 total yards and one touchdown last weekend. […]

Kenneth Walker III Officially Active For Week 16

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (shoulder) is officially active for Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction, so this latest update comes as no surprise. The 23-year-old is coming off a big game versus the Eagles in which he broke free […]

Dontayvion Wicks Active For Week 16 Versus Panthers

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks (ankle) is officially active for Week 16 versus the Carolina Panthers. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction as of Sunday morning. The rookie is coming off a six-catch, 97-yard game and should continue to have a significant role with Christian Watson […]

Christian Watson, Jayden Reed Officially Inactive Sunday

Green Bay Packers wide receivers Christian Watson (hamstring) and Jayden Reed (toe, chest) are officially inactive for Week 16 versus the Carolina Panthers. Both players missed practice on Friday, so this update should come as no surprise. Watson's multi-week absence continues, but now he's joined on the sideline by Reed, leaving the Packers thin at […]

AJ Dillon Suiting Up Against Panthers

Green Bay Packers running back AJ Dillon (thumb) is officially active for Week 16 versus the Carolina Panthers. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction, especially after head coach Matt LaFleur expressed optimism about his status when addressing the media on Friday. Dillon will operate as the No. 2 […]

Steelers Plan To Extend Mike Tomlin

The Pittsburgh Steelers plan to extend head coach Mike Tomlin's contract this offseason, according to Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk. While Tomlin's job security has been a point of discussion in recent weeks, he and the team are reportedly preparing to spend several more years together. In fact, Florio notes that the veteran head […]

Nico Collins Will Play Sunday, Has No Limitations

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (calf) is officially active for Week 16 versus the Cleveland Browns. Head coach DeMeco Ryans told ESPN's Kimberley Martin that Collins is "ready to roll" and has "no limitations" this week. He won't be eased back into action but rather should see a full workload from the very first […]

Kenny Pickett Should Be Medically Cleared For Week 17

Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Kenny Pickett (ankle) should be medically cleared for next week's game against the Seattle Seahawks, according to Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. However, it's too early to tell whether he'll start at quarterback for the team. Mason Rudolph drew his first start of the season on Saturday and dominated, completing 17 passes […]

Baker Mayfield, Buccaneers Have Mutual Interest For 2024

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and quarterback Baker Mayfield have mutual interest in negotiating his return for the 2024 season, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Mayfield has exceeded expectations and put the Buccaneers in position to secure a playoff spot, all while earning roughly $6 million. Along the way, he has completed 63.5 percent of […]

Ty Chandler Expected To Lead Backfield Sunday

The Minnesota Vikings are expected to "ride" Ty Chandler in Week 16, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. While Alexander Mattison (hamstring) is expected to be active, he apparently won't return to his starting role. After all, he is less than 100 percent and struggled when healthy while Chandler dominated to the tune of 157 […]

Alexander Mattison Expected To Play At Less Than 100 Percent

Minnesota Vikings running back Alexander Mattison (ankle) is expected to play in Week 16 despite being listed as questionable, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. However, the 25-year-old is less than 100 percent and could take a backseat to Ty Chandler, who dominated with 157 total yards and one touchdown last weekend. While it's unclear […]

Ryan Tannehill Will Start In Week 16

Tennessee Titans quarterback Ryan Tannehill will draw the start in Week 16 versus the Seattle Seahawks, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. This comes in the wake of an injury to Will Levis (ankle), who practiced on Friday but is expected to be inactive this week. Tannehill, of course, started the Titans' first six games […]

Kenneth Walker III Expected To Play Versus Titans

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III (shoulder) is expected to play against the Tennessee Titans in Week 16 despite being listed as questionable, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The 23-year-old will look to build on last week's productive outing in which he amassed 86 rushing yards, 26 receiving yards, and one touchdown. Although […]

Zay Jones Expected To Miss Week 16

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Zay Jones (knee, hamstring) was listed as questionable and is not expected to play in Week 16 versus the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. He had missed back-to-back practices before returning in a limited capacity on Friday. The 28-year-old had been operating as the Jaguars' de facto […]

Cole Kmet Expected To Play In Week 16

Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet (quadricep) is expected to suit up versus the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday despite being listed as questionable, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The young tight end was trending in the right direction after logging a limited practice on Friday. He has been quite impressive over the last three […]

D'Onta Foreman Not Expected To Play In Week 16

Chicago Bears running back D'Onta Foreman (personal) has been listed as questionable and is not expected to play versus the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. There had been some optimism about the veteran's status after he practiced on Friday, but he ultimately won't suit up. Chicago will rely on Justin […]

C.J. Stroud Making Progress, Could Return In Week 17

Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (concussion), who has already been ruled out for this Sunday's game versus the Cleveland Browns, has "begun to make some progress" and could return in Week 17, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter. Stroud has been sidelined since the waning minutes of Week 14, putting a pause on his Rookie of […]

Dontayvion Wicks Expected To Suit Up Versus Panthers

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks (ankle) had been listed as questionable but is expected to play in Week 16 versus the Carolina Panthers, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. The rookie is coming off a six-catch, 97-yard game and should continue to have a significant role with Christian Watson (hamstring) not expected to […]

Patriots Defense A Fringe Option For Week 16

The New England Patriots' defense is a fringe top-12 option heading into Sunday Night Football versus the Denver Broncos. From a turnover perspective, opposing quarterback Russell Wilson has produced mixed results this year, snapping his four-game streak without an interception and immediately delivering four turnovers over his next two games. Meanwhile, the rushing and receiving […]

Chad Ryland Avoidable Once Again In Week 16

New England Patriots kicker Chad Ryland remains droppable in all fantasy leagues ahead of Week 16 versus the Denver Broncos. He has been one of the NFL's worst kickers in his rookie season, converting just 13 of 20 field-goal attempts while costing the Patriots at least one game. He could get some opportunities with a […]

Mike Gesicki An Unknown Commodity Ahead Of Spot Start

New England Patriots tight end Mike Gesicki is purely a speculative option for fantasy football in Week 16 against the Denver Broncos. While he has primarily occupied a backup role this season, he'll upgrade to the No. 1 slot on Sunday night after Hunter Henry (knee) was ruled out. If he can replicate Henry's production […]