Sit or Start for Week 13

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Sit Daniel Jones vs Texans The Texans rank #2 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Jones was under 200 passing yards for the first time all season, but he offset the downturn with his first multi-touchdown-pass effort in the last three games. Jones connected with Michael Pittman and Drew Ogletree for scoring tosses of six and four yards, respectively, yet the majority of his success came during the first two quarters. Jones led Indianapolis to only six points after halftime, a key in the Chiefs mounting a comeback from a 20-9 deficit. The veteran signal-caller draws a tough matchup next week as well, as the Texans drop in for a key AFC South clash next Sunday.

Player Expected Output Comp. Att. Comp % Pass Yds Rush Yds TDs INTs 20.39 32.07 63.57 232 19 1.88 0.64

Sit Brock Purdy vs Browns The Browns rank #3 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Purdy had a first half he would like to forget after getting picked off by Carolina's secondary on three consecutive possessions. The trio of turnovers followed an impressive 15-play, 72-yard opening drive that culminated in a touchdown strike to WR Jauan Jennings. Head coach Kyle Shanahan gave his signal-caller a vote of confidence heading into halftime, telling ESPN's Lisa Salters that he felt Purdy played well outside of missing his mark on two of the three interceptions. The Iowa State product took better care of the ball in the second half, leading a couple of scoring drives to finish off the Panthers in the primetime victory. Monday's shoddy results coupled with a brutal upcoming matchup against Cleveland's defense Sunday should suppress Purdy's fantasy value Week 13.

Player Expected Output Comp. Att. Comp % Pass Yds Rush Yds TDs INTs 19.93 30.23 65.92 249 15 1.72 1.03

Risks...

Jaxson Dart vs Patriots
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). As of Friday, Dart is still in the NFL's concussion protocol and won't be available this weekend. As a result, Jameis Winston will draw the start versus the Lions, per Dan Salomone of the Giants' official site. Dart thus will target a possible return to action a week from Monday, when the Giants face the Patriots on Dec. 1.

BAKER MAYFIELD vs Cardinals
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Per Rick Stroud of the Tampa Bay Times, whether Mayfield will be able to play this coming Sunday against the Cardinals figures to come down to pain management, but either way, the QB's MRI results indicate that his shoulder issue is not viewed as a long-term concern, per Jeremy Fowler of ESPN.com. If Mayfield isn't cleared for Week 13 action, however, Teddy Bridgewater would be in line to fill in for him this weekend.

J.J. McCarthy vs Seahawks
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Among the 813 quarterbacks who have attempted 150 passes in a season since 2005, McCarthy’s completion percentage (54.1 percent) ranks 771st. His EPA per drop back ranks 807th out of 813. In short, he's been historically terrible for Minnesota. Even worse, this is a quarterback who essentially sat out a year to learn behind Sam Darnold. At this point, it's fair to wonder if Minnesota really does have their future quarterback on the roster. His ADP and ranking are free-falling with no bottom in sight.

AARON RODGERS vs Bills
-  The Bills rank #1 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Despite exiting the Steelers' Week 11 win over the Bengals with a non-displaced fracture in his left wrist, Rodgers appeared to be a true game-day decision leading up to this past Sunday's game against the Bears after practicing in a limited capacity Thursday and Friday. Per Brooke Pryor of ESPN.com, Tomlin said that Rodgers "fought his tail off" to play in the Steelers' eventual 31-28 loss in Chicago, but the team decided it was a "prudent" decision to hold him out and have Mason Rudolph make the start after he had handled most of the first-team reps during the week. While Rodgers looks like he'll remain a limited practice participant when the Steelers return to the field Wednesday, the expectation is that he'll increase his activity as the week rolls along and put himself on a path to playing against Buffalo. If Rodgers ends up suiting up Sunday, he'll likely need to wear a protective brace on his non-throwing wrist.

GENO SMITH vs Chargers
-  The Chargers rank #4 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Smith actually finished with decent results from a fantasy perspective when factoring in his inconsistent play to date, coupled with the brutal matchup on paper. The veteran signal-caller's poor decision-making and inaccuracy on deep attempts ultimately cost his team a shot at victory, but this was far from his worst fantasy score through 11 starts this year. Smith has thrown as many touchdowns as interceptions (13) over his disappointing run as the Raiders' starter, with Sunday's lost fumble keeping his TD:TO below 1.0. Fantasy managers should be wary of next Sunday's opponent after the Chargers picked off Smith three times when these two teams met back in Week 2.

C.J. Stroud vs Colts
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). The Texans had a strong first half against the Bills with 20 points, but the offense was limited to just 60 net yards after the break. Four of the team's five second-half possessions ended in a punt, including three three-and-outs. The one scoring drive was a squandered opportunity that began at Buffalo's 22-yard line and ended with a field goal. A healthy Stroud could be the elixir to solve the execution woes. His accuracy and arm talent are considered better than those of fill-in starting quarterback Davis Mills, which means defenses would be forced to respect the passing game. Ryans said Monday that Stroud remains in concussion protocol, but the Texans have optimism about his chances of playing Sunday in Kansas City after he returned to practice last week.

Start JACOBY BRISSETT vs Buccaneers Brissett continued his gun-slinging ways by eclipsing 300 passing yards for the third time in six starts filling in for Kyler Murray (foot). The 32-year-old Brissett failed to extend his streak of throwing multiple touchdown passes to six games, but it was still another impressive effort from a fantasy perspective. Brissett did leave the game briefly in the second half to be evaluated by the medical staff after taking a big hit, but he promptly returned to action and finished the remainder of the game plus overtime without issue. The journeyman backup has already been named Arizona's starter for the remainder of the season, so fantasy managers who took a chance on Brissett during his current run as starter can feel comfortable continuing to roll him out on a weekly basis. The Cardinals will hit the road in Week 13 to face the Buccaneers, who currently sit in the bottom third of the league in terms yards allowed to opposing quarterbacks.

Player Expected Output Comp. Att. Comp % Pass Yds Rush Yds TDs INTs 14.54 22.46 64.73 155 9 0.95 0.35

Start Bo Nix vs Commanders The Commanders rank #29 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. It was the first time all season Nix had failed to produce a TD, but his 295 passing yards were his highest total since Week 4, and the second-year QB came through when it mattered most, hitting Troy Franklin for a 32-yard gain inside the final minute of the fourth quarter to set up Wil Lutz's game-winning FG. Nix will head into the Broncos' Week 12 bye riding an eight-game win streak that has them firmly in control of the AFC West, two games ahead of the Chargers and four wins clear of KC.

Player Expected Output Comp. Att. Comp % Pass Yds Rush Yds TDs INTs 19.9 31.41 63.35 226 25 2.03 0.6

Rewards...

Josh Allen vs Steelers
-  The Steelers rank #31 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. Allen should be good to go for Week 13's contest against the Pittsburgh Steelers, even though he appeared to be favoring his wrist during the Texans game, shaking it out on occasion. He should continue to be viewed as a strong QB1 option in all fantasy formats.

Jalen Hurts vs Bears
-  He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. Hurts appeared to be in for a huge fantasy performance, as all three of his touchdowns came in the first 19 minutes of game time. While the offense stalled from there, Hurts logged both his most pass attempts and completions of the season to post his second-highest yardage total of the campaign. That led to an excellent fantasy performance, though it masked his ongoing inconsistency as a passer, as he had topped out at 183 passing yards over his previous three contests. Hurts also continues to rely primarily on touchdowns for his rushing production, racking up fewer than 35 rushing yards in seven straight games.

Lamar Jackson vs Bengals
-  The Bengals rank #30 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. In Week 11, knee soreness led to a Wednesday 'DNP' for Jackson, while in Week 12 an ankle issue was cited for the QB's absence that Wednesday. This time around, Jackson is listed with a toe injury, but at this stage there's nothing to suggest that his status for Thursday's game against the Bengals is in any danger. Tuesday's injury report will provide further context on that front, but it's worth noting that each of the last two weeks Jackson practiced fully both Thursday and Friday.

PATRICK MAHOMES vs Cowboys
-  The Cowboys rank #32 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Mahomes seems to be dealing with a minor injury and should be available for the Week 13 game. He recorded his second 300-yard game of the season last week but has only one touchdown and three interceptions in his last three games. He can be considered a low-end No. 1 quarterback in most leagues.

Drake Maye vs Giants
-  He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. The 294 yards were a season high for the second-year QB. Maye's INT did turn into a pick-six by Geno Stone in the second quarter, but he responded with a nine-play, 70-yard drive on the Patriots' next possession that was capped by a 28-yard TD strike to Hunter Henry. Maye will take a 21:6 TD:INT on the season through 12 games into a Week 13 tilt against the Giants.

DAK PRESCOTT vs Chiefs
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Prescott turned in his most efficient performance of the season, completing three passes of more than 40 yards and seven of at least 20 yards. He continued to show excellent rapport with George Pickens, and the duo capped off the Cowboys' first scoring drive with a one-yard touchdown connection. Prescott accounted for two additional scores in the second half, including an eight-yard rushing touchdown early in the fourth quarter to tie the game at 21-21. He now has seven total touchdowns combined across his last two games while throwing for 250 yards or more in five of his last six matchups.

MATTHEW STAFFORD vs Panthers
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Stafford now has a ridiculous 30:2 touchdown-to-interception ratio on the season. It's a tribute to both his talent and intelligence that he can pull this off at his age. While Stafford's dynasty value can't go up much more based on the fact any season could be his last, he'll be a QB1 the rest of the way as dynasty managers don't have to worry about the quarterback position.

Cam Ward vs Jaguars
-  The Jaguars rank #28 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Ward is still dealing with a team that's very talent deficient but he's at least improving as the season plugs along. With the Titans in line for the top overall pick again this year, it's important he proves to them he's indeed the long-term option. He still has a long way to go but we've seen enough positives as of late to stop his ADP freefall.

Sit Jacory Croskey-Merritt vs Broncos The Broncos rank #2 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we do not expect him to post quality fantasy stats this week. Chris Rodriguez got the start for the Commanders and wound up seeing 16 touches to Croskey-Merritt's 10 while significantly out-gaining the rookie as well. The coaching staff will get a Week 12 bye to re-evaluate the offense, but Croskey-Merritt's role seems more likely to shrink than grow, as he's gone five straight games without reaching 40 rushing yards. On the season, he's produced 498 rushing yards on 114 totes for 4.4 yards per carry, but that number has plummeted to 2.9 YPC during that five-game swoon.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 8.76 34 1.43 9 0.24

Sit Rico Dowdle vs Rams The Rams rank #3 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Game script significantly limited Dowdle's opportunities on the ground, but the talented back still found his way to a highly efficient performance that saw him pace the Panthers in both rushing and receiving yards. Dowdle's carry total was his lowest since Week 1 when he opened the season stuck in a complementary role behind Chuba Hubbard, but his modest volume Monday was strictly an outlier Dowdle should have a chance to bounce back from to some degree in a Week 13 home matchup against the Rams on Sunday.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 13.7 62 2.85 17 0.6

Sit Tony Pollard vs Jaguars The Jaguars rank #4 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Pollard continued to work as Tennessee's lead back, totaling 15 touches compared to seven for Tyjae Spears. He wasn't particularly effective as either a pass catcher or rusher, and he's now been held below 50 yards from scrimmage in consecutive games. The lone positive for Pollard has been his increased involvement as a pass catcher, as he's combined to record seven catches in his last two matchups.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 14.22 57 2.41 16 0.37

Sit Tyrone Tracy Jr. vs Patriots The Patriots rank #1 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Tracy had six more rushing attempts than Devin Singletary, and Singletary wasn't targeted while Tracy contributed catches of 42, 20 and six yards. The Giants will likely continue to mix both running backs in against the stout New England run defense in Week 13, but Tracy has established himself as the 1A backfield option with 269 scrimmage yards over the past two games. Tracy still has only one touchdown this season.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 12.56 52 2.43 18 0.37

Risks...

Saquon Barkley vs Bears
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). The Eagles' offense was very efficient to begin the game, but Barkley was never able to get on track. He averaged 3.2 yards per carry or less for the third straight game, with his longest gain on the ground going for only seven yards. Positively, Barkley topped four receptions for the first time since joining the Eagles, though even that was tarnished by a fumble midway through the fourth quarter in Dallas territory. Barkley should have a chance to bounce back in a Week 13 matchup against the Bears, but he's struggled to get on track for most of the season.

Bucky Irving vs Cardinals
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Irving has been listed as a limited participant in five consecutive practices, and it sounds like even if he isn't able to upgrade to full this week, he'll be poised to return to action as long as he holds up well. The health of quarterback Baker Mayfield (left shoulder), who is feared to have suffered an AC joint sprain during Tampa Bay's loss to the Rams in Week 12, is another significant variable looming over the Buccaneers offense. While clarity on Irving's status may not arrive until Friday, Mayfield is undergoing an MRI on Monday, the results of which should be disclosed before long.

Ashton Jeanty vs Chargers
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). When asked if the injury could limit Jeanty in practice this week ahead of next Sunday's game against the Chargers, Carroll said, "I haven't heard that it would yet. It sounds like there's a chance that he'll be okay." Despite the Raiders losing 24-10 to Cleveland, Jeanty still had a strong game, totaling 108 yards and one touchdown on 25 touches. He had a particularly strong game as a pass catcher, securing all eight of his targets for 50 yards and a score. If Jeanty would need to miss time, Raheem Mostert, Zamir White and Dylan Laube would be options out of the backfield.

ALVIN KAMARA vs Dolphins
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Kamara has produced at least 1,160 scrimmage yards in each of his first eight NFL regular seasons, but that streak of 1,000-yard campaigns would be in jeopardy if the MRI results reveal an injury significant enough to warrant Kamara missing additional action. Rookie sixth-round pick Devin Neal took over as the Saints' lead back after Kamara got hurt, and Neal would presumably lead New Orleans' backfield in Week 13 at Miami if Kamara isn't available.

Jonathan Taylor vs Texans
-  The Texans rank #5 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. The Chiefs sold out to stop Taylor and did about as well as you could in this one. It was a buzzkill for dynasty managers who have been in position to win just about every week as Taylor has been this year's fantasy MVP. This does nothing to stop that notion and just reinforces that everyone is human. His ADP and ranking aren't going anywhere.

Kimani Vidal vs Raiders
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we do not expect him to post quality fantasy stats this week. The Jaguars just annihilated the Chargers in a 35-6 beatdown and the game script for Vidal was flipped on its head. With Omarion Hampton possibly returning soon, Vidal needs to perform better the next few weeks to ensure he has a solid role upon Hampton's return. This is likely just a blip on the radar but disappointing, regardless.

Javonte Williams vs Chiefs
-  Williams turned in another solid day as a runner, reaching at least 80 yards on the ground for the third consecutive game. His longest gain went for 20 yards, the first time he's hit that threshold since Week 7. Williams also got a bit more involved as a pass catcher, logging his first multi-reception performance in his last six matchups. While he was unable to find the end zone, he did reach 100 yards from scrimmage for the fifth time this season.

Start Breece Hall vs Falcons The Falcons rank #30 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Hall has recorded at least 111 scrimmage yards in six of 11 games this season and at least 119 yards in three of the past four games. His fumble came at the two-yard line in the fourth quarter as he was battling for extra yards at the end of an 11-yard run. Hall led the Jets in both rushing yards and receiving yards for the second time in the past three games, so he's poised to maintain a significant role in the Jets' underwhelming offense against the Falcons in Week 13.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 15.79 70 2.91 23 0.41

Start Kenneth Walker III vs Vikings Walker suffered a glute injury late in the week and entered Sunday with a questionable tag, though he still comfortably led Seattle's backfield with 14 touches as compared to six for Zach Charbonnet. As has often been the case, Walker was the more efficient back, with four of his 11 carries going for more than 10 yards. He also remained more involved as a pass catcher, logging three catches for the second consecutive game and for the third time this season. The only downside to Walker's performance came around the goal line, as he was stuffed from the two-yard line and then ceded an opportunity from the five to Charbonnet later in the game. Overall, it was still a positive performance for Walker as he topped 100 yards from scrimmage for the second consecutive contest.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 13.78 57 2.21 18 0.59

Start Jaylen Warren vs Bills The Bills rank #29 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Warren was cleared Friday from an ankle injury, though there was still some question as to whether he'd handle his typical workload. However, he matched his season high with 18 carries and reached at least 60 rushing yards for the third straight game. Warren also found the end zone for only the fourth time this season on a one-yard plunge late in the second quarter. Warren remains the traditional lead back for Pittsburgh despite ceding work as a pass catcher, and he's a reliable, if unspectacular, contributor.

Player Expected Output Att. Yards Rec. Rec. Yards TDs 11.33 55 2.46 19 0.4

Rewards...

De'Von Achane vs Saints
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Achane put together a signature two-way performance, repeatedly picking up meaningful yardage on the ground while recording a game-long run of a relatively modest 23 yards. The speedy third-year pro did get evaluated for a possible back injury in the fourth quarter, but he was able to return to the game and handled all three carries on the Dolphins' game-winning drive to set up Riley Patterson's 29-yard field goal. Achane now has back-to-back 100-yard efforts on the ground for the first time this season, and he's recorded at least five catches in four consecutive contests heading into a Week 13 home matchup against the Saints on Sunday, Nov. 30.

Jahmyr Gibbs vs Packers
-  He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. There are few running backs in the league who rip off runs of 15 yards on a weekly basis. Gibbs AVERAGED as much this week as his 14.6 yards per carry average, well, carried him to one of the biggest fantasy football performances in recent memory. A one-man wrecking crew of a runner, Gibbs remains a top dynasty asset and at least gained some ground on Jonathan Taylor to be this year's MVP.

DERRICK HENRY vs Bengals
-  The Bengals rank #31 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Henry averaged a modest 3.0 yards per carry but powered in his eighth and ninth rushing touchdowns of the season on a pair of two-yard runs in the third quarter. He has recorded at least 20 touches in six consecutive games heading into Thursday night's home game against the league-worst Bengals run defense.

Christian McCaffrey vs Browns
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. McCaffrey showed no mercy to the team that drafted him in the first round of the 2017 NFL Draft after finishing Monday Night Football as the star of the game while earning his current club its eighth victory in the process. The dual-threat workhorse accounted for 42 percent of the 49ers' 340 yards of offense in his fifth game garnering 30 or more touches this season. McCaffrey continues to carry fantasy squads with 1,581 combined yards from scrimmage and 12 touchdowns scored in as many starts, showing no ill effects from his injury-plagued 2024 campaign. CMC will face a stiffer test Week 13 against the Browns' vaunted defense, but there is little reason to believe that he won't command as many touches as he can handle Sunday.

Isiah Pacheco vs Cowboys
-  The Cowboys rank #28 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Pacheco has been sidelined since Week 8 with a sprained MCL but returned to practice ahead of Kansas City's Week 12 matchup against the Colts. He logged an additional estimated full practice Monday, which seemingly sets him up to return on Thanksgiving afternoon against the Cowboys. However, a short week complicates his outlook a bit. Even if he is active, Pacheco would likely still be in a split backfield with Kareem Hunt, who has operated as the primary back in Pacheco's absence.

Bijan Robinson vs Jets
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Robinson failed to replicate last week's two-score effort against the Panthers, but he stayed above the century mark in total yards with an efficient day as both a runner and receiver. Backfield mate Tyler Allgeier garnered 13 touches, but his production was dwarfed by Atlanta's starter after finishing with just 49 yards from scrimmage. Robinson's success with QB Kirk Cousins under center Sunday helped quell concerns from fantasy managers regarding a potential dip in production after Michael Penix (knee) was placed on injured reserve this past week. Robinson should continue to be treated as an RB1 in fantasy for next Sunday's favorable matchup against the Jets.

Rhamondre Stevenson vs Giants
-  The Giants rank #32 in our Run Defense Power Rankings. Returning from a three-game absence due to a toe issue, Stevenson found himself firmly behind TreVeyon Henderson in the backfield pecking order, as the rookie turned 21 touches into 81 scrimmage yards. Stevenson was deployed at the goal line Sunday, but he got stuffed for no gain on two carries from the Bengals' one-line line in the third quarter. That usage could allow him to maintain some fantasy value, but Stevenson appears to be the clear No. 2 option in the New England running game heading into a Week 13 meeting with the Giants.

Kyren Williams vs Panthers
-  Williams finished with his lowest fantasy score of the season in a contest the Rams led comfortably from wire to wire. Los Angeles' ground game was marginalized as Matthew Stafford, Puka Nacua and Davante Adams systematically dismantled Tampa Bay's defense through the air. Williams still finished as his team's leading rusher after Blake Corum was held to 24 yards on seven carries in the primetime win. The 24-year-old Williams has provided steady production for fantasy managers with 980 yards from scrimmage and nine total touchdowns through 11 starts in 2025. Williams will attempt to bounce back from Sunday's down game when the Rams visit the Panthers in Week 13.

Sit Justin Jefferson vs Seahawks It's small consolation for Jefferson's frustrated fantasy managers, but the star wideout either tied for the lead (receptions) or set the pace (receiving yards, targets) for the Vikings on the afternoon in all three major receiving categories. However, J.J. McCarthy's continued struggles led to Jefferson's third sub-50-yard effort in the last four contests, and there presently doesn't appear to be any light at the end of the tunnel for Minnesota's air attack. Jefferson's next matchup doesn't offer any solace, either, considering a Week 13 road matchup against the daunting Seahawks defense awaits next Sunday.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 5.79 78 0.54

Sit Jauan Jennings vs Browns The Browns rank #3 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Jennings kicked things off with a 12-yard touchdown grab on the opening possession of Monday Night Football. It was the 27-year-old's fourth trip to the end zone this season, with three of those coming over San Francisco's last four contests. Jennings is beginning to hit his stride after attempting to play through broken ribs in the early portion of the schedule. The physical wideout is averaging 4.6 receptions and 50.4 yards over his last five appearances. Jennings' recent string of consistent production puts him in the mix as a WR3/flex option in fantasy against the Browns on Sunday.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 4.26 54 0.34

Sit Deebo Samuel vs Broncos The Broncos rank #5 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. The veteran wideout scored Washington's only TD of the day on a 20-yard catch-and-run in the third quarter. Samuel has gotten into the end zone in back-to-back games, and he'll take a 53-470-5 line on 68 targets for the season into the Commanders' Week 12 bye. He's also chipped in 52 yards and a touchdown on the ground.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 4.42 50 0.35

Sit Jameson Williams vs Packers Williams logged at least four catches, six targets and a touchdown in each of his last three games prior to Week 12. However, the fourth-year wideout wasn't able to carry that momentum into Sunday's game, as Jared Goff frequently looked toward Amon-Ra St. Brown (12 targets) and Jahmyr Gibbs (11 targets) in the passing game. Williams appeared to get on the board with a 36-yard catch early in the third quarter, but it was negated by a penalty on offensive lineman Graham Glasgow. Sunday marked the second time this season that Williams did not record a catch, and he'll look to bounce back in the Lions' Thanksgiving Day game against the Packers.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 3.8 62 0.4

Risks...

KENDRICK BOURNE vs Browns
-  The Browns rank #3 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Bourne saw his target share evaporate completely after recording just one catch in the 49ers' last contest. The healthy return of Ricky Pearsall (knee) was the primary reason for the fill-in starter's demotion. Bourne was on the field for 13 snaps on offense (24 percent), finishing behind third-string wideout Demarcus Robinson (29 percent) in the pecking order for playing time. If any managers were still hanging on to Bourne following his brief run of fantasy utility earlier in the schedule, they can safely move off the veteran ahead of next Monday's tilt against Carolina.

Marvin Harrison Jr. vs Buccaneers
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Even in the best-case scenarios, it would be a lot to ask for a football player to return to action a little over two weeks following an appendectomy. Furthermore, it would be even more to ask for him to be healthy enough to play a full game. As such (and especially with Arizona's season going down the drain), don't be surprised if Harrison sits at least one more week. In just two games without MHJ, Michael Wilson has become a fantasy star, erupting for 25 catches and 303 yards receiving. If Harrison sits again, Wilson would be an obvious must-start in Week 13 versus the Bucs.

TERRY MCLAURIN vs Broncos
-  The Broncos rank #5 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). McLaurin appears to have made the most of Washington's bye in Week 12, as Monday's session represents his first time handling on-field reps since aggravating his quad injury Week 8. It's possible McLaurin will be cleared to retake the field versus the Broncos on Sunday if he's able to ramp up his activity throughout the week while avoiding any setbacks. Quarterback Jayden Daniels (elbow) also is slated to practice this week, though Marcus Mariota is expected to remain Washington's starter Week 13.

DK Metcalf vs Bills
-  The Bills rank #1 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Metcalf battled the ankle issue during this past Sunday's 31-28 loss to the Bears, but he still played 61 of the Steelers' 72 snaps on offense on his way to finishing with five catches for 22 yards on eight targets. The injury isn't believed to be anything that will prevent Metcalf from playing this weekend against Buffalo, but he'll likely need to advance to full practice participation by Friday in order to avoid an injury designation.

Ricky Pearsall vs Browns
-  The Browns rank #3 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Pearsall was held to single-digit yardage for the second consecutive appearance since returning from a six-game absence as the result of a knee injury. At least the 2024 first-round selection got more involved than he was in last week's one-catch, zero-yard outing, garnering three combined touches in the primetime win. It is worth noting that QB Brock Purdy was targeting Pearsall on two of his three interceptions Monday, with one of the passes attempting to connect in the end zone. It is hard to feel confident about the 24-year-old wideout following a pair of duds, but it would be shortsighted for fantasy managers to cut ties at this point. Pearsall possesses elite skills and remains a starter for a high-scoring offense, so better days are surely on the horizon.

Alec Pierce vs Texans
-  The Texans rank #2 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. The 26 yards marked a new single-game low for Pierce this season after he'd posted at least 67 receiving yards in six of his last seven contests. His two targets tied TE3 Drew Ogletree for fifth on the Colts against Kansas City. Pierce will look for a rebound game in another tough draw next Sunday against a stingy Texans defense.

Michael Pittman Jr. vs Texans
-  The Texans rank #2 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. The veteran receiver tied with Tyler Warren for the team lead in receptions and set the pace in targets, although Pittman finished with his second consecutive sub-30-yard tally. The sixth-year pro did find the end zone for the seventh time this season on a six-yard grab in the first quarter, and Pittman has now drawn at least eight targets in four of the last five contests. The veteran wideout draws a tough matchup again in Week 13, as a talented Texans defense drops in for a key divisional clash.

Rashid Shaheed vs Vikings
-  Shaheed played 55 percent of the offensive snaps during his third game with the Seahawks, but he has yet to do much offensively, registering three catches on eight targets for 30 yards and four carries for 27 yards in the span. It will be difficult for fantasy managers to pinpoint when he might finally break a big play, making him a risky option with his new club. His next chance to make an impact will come in Week 13 versus the Vikings.

DeVonta Smith vs Bears
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Smith led the Eagles in targets and also matched his season high. His longest catch of the day went for 41 yards, which came on an impressive catch deep down the right sideline as he was forced to adjust to an underthrown ball. Smith had a needed bounceback performance after struggling in Week 11, and he now has at least 65 receiving yards in four of his last five games while serving as Philadelphia's most consistent pass catcher.

Dont'e Thornton Jr. vs Chargers
-  The Chargers rank #4 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we do not expect him to post quality fantasy stats this week. Thornton continues to fill the Raiders' WR3 role ahead of fellow rookie Jack Bech, but once again, a 38 percent offensive snap share didn't translate to much fantasy production for Thornton. Meanwhile, Ashton Jeanty (ankle), Brock Bowers and Tre Tucker combined to see 27 total targets from quarterback Geno Smith. Thornton figures to remain a decoy against the Chargers in Week 13.

Start DAVANTE ADAMS vs Panthers Adams suffered a couple of uncharacteristic drops on Sunday Night Football, but fantasy managers can look past that fact after he converted a pair of successful touchdown grabs in the win. It was the 27th time over the course of the superstar's illustrious career that he has scored multiple touchdowns in a single game, good for seventh all-time among receivers in league history. The 32-year-old has now scored in five consecutive appearances, producing multiple trips to the end zone in three out of those five outings. The NFL's league leader in receiving touchdowns (12) will look to add to the gap between he and Amon-Ra St. Brown (eight) when Adams and the Rams visit the Panthers next Sunday.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 4.99 70 0.75

Start Zay Flowers vs Bengals The Bengals rank #30 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Flowers accounted for 58 of Lamar Jackson's 153 passing yards while no teammate exceeded 30 receiving yards. The shifty wide receiver is the top option in Baltimore's passing game, but the Ravens haven't gotten much going through the air in recent weeks, as Jackson has just one passing touchdown over the past three games while throwing for fewer than 200 yards in each of those outings. Flowers has caught 58 of 77 targets for 761 yards but has only one touchdown heading into Thursday's home game against the Bengals on Thanksgiving night.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 5.07 68 0.42

Start Ladd McConkey vs Raiders Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. McConkey had a forgettable afternoon in a shockingly lopsided loss for the Chargers that saw Justin Herbert pulled early after throwing for only 81 yards and an interception. McConkey's yardage total was his second lowest of the season, and it snapped a five-game streak of 55-plus receiving-yard efforts. The ugly afternoon for the air attack was a clear outlier, so McConkey is a good bounce-back candidate in a Week 13 home matchup against the Raiders on Sunday, Nov. 30 following a Week 12 bye.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 5.52 68 0.48

Start Tetairoa McMillan vs Rams McMillan finished just a yard behind Rico Dowdle for the team lead in receiving yards, and although that came on a modest total, it was an acceptable number when factoring in Bryce Young threw for just 169 yards on the night. McMillan also recorded his third touchdown grab over the last two games on a 29-yard reception late in the third quarter, rounding out his fantasy production nicely. McMillan will aim for a boost in production in a Week 13 home matchup against the red-hot Rams, although that also lines up as a daunting challenge for the inconsistent Young.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 4.89 61 0.39

Rewards...

Rashod Bateman vs Bengals
-  The Bengals rank #30 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Bateman -- who didn't practice last week -- missed his second straight game Sunday against the Jets, but ahead of Week 12 action, coach John Harbaugh said Friday that the wideout was progressing well in his recovery and had a chance to play this Thursday night against the Bengals, per Jonas Shaffer of TheBaltimoreBanner.com. Bateman now has two more chances to upgrade his listed practice participation level before the Ravens post their Week 13 game statuses Wednesday.

Hollywood Brown vs Cowboys
-  The Cowboys rank #32 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Brown's production has been a bit inconsistent over the last month with a 73-yard performance in one game but posting 10 yards or less in two of the other three games during that span. He will see a few targets in Week 13 but can be avoided in most leagues.

Ja'Marr Chase vs Ravens
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Chase received a one-game suspension for his role in an incident with Steelers defensive back Jalen Ramsey in Week 11, meaning the former sat out Sunday's defeat to the Patriots. Chase technically has a roster exemption after the ban was lifted, but he'll almost certainly be available for Thursday's road matchup with the Ravens, when the Bengals are expected to have No. 1 QB Joe Burrow (toe) back in the lineup.

Troy Franklin vs Commanders
-  The Commanders rank #29 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. The second-year wideout tied Courtland Sutton in receptions and targets, but it was Franklin who led the Broncos in receiving yards, including a 32-yard gain in the final minute of the fourth quarter that set up Wil Lutz for the game-winning field goal. Franklin's chemistry with Bo Nix continues to shine, and over the last five games he's delivered a 22-259-4 line on 45 targets, compared to Sutton's 18-267-1 line on 34 targets during the same period.

Puka Nacua vs Panthers
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Nacua finished the one-sided affair as the Rams' leading receiver on a team-high 11 targets, but he took a back seat to teammate Davante Adams in the scoring department after the latter cashed in a pair of Matthew Stafford's three touchdown strikes on Sunday Night Football. The 24-year-old Nacua has seen his elite production dip ever so slightly since Los Angeles' Week 8 bye after failing to crack 100 yards from scrimmage in all four appearances over that span. To put things into perspective, the BYU product had accomplished that feat four times in the six games predating the bye. Nacua is still on track to have an elite fantasy campaign, as he currently sits just 53 yards shy of a 1,000-yard receiving season in just 10 games played.

George Pickens vs Chiefs
-  He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. Coach Brian Schottenheimer spoke on Pickens' health Monday, saying the wide receiver has a bruised shin that is "sore" following Sunday's win versus the Eagles, per Todd Archer of ESPN.com. The nature of Picken's health concern differs on Dallas' first official Week 13 injury report, but Schottenheimer nonetheless added that he should be good to go Thursday against the Chiefs. Wednesday's report will reveal whether or not Pickens heads into that contest with a designation.

Rashee Rice vs Cowboys
-  The Cowboys rank #32 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Rice took full advantage of his 12 targets during Sunday's overtime win versus the Colts, turning them into eight catches for 141 yards and no touchdowns. He, along with fellow WR Xavier Worthy (ankle, LP on Monday), are tending to injuries afterward, but the pair will have two more opportunities to prove their respective levels of health in advance of Thursday's game at Dallas.

Wan'Dale Robinson vs Patriots
- The Giants have been bad this year (2-10) but Robinson continues to have a breakout year after the unfortunate season-ending injury to Malik Nabers. Now with 66 catches for 794 yards and three touchdowns, he has a legitimate chance to post more than 1,200 yards and get close to his career high of 93 catches from last season. Making the most of his contract year, his ADP and ranking continue to rise as it looks like he's poised to cash in this off-season. He's a sneaky good buy at the moment.

Khalil Shakir vs Steelers
-  The Steelers rank #31 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Shakir led the Bills across the board in receptions, receiving yards and targets, although a significant chunk of his yardage came on a hook-and-lateral play late in the fourth quarter in which he netted 33 yards after getting the ball from Joshua Palmer. Shakir also had a concussion check in the first half, per Alaina Getzenberg of ESPN.com, but he was cleared to return shortly thereafter. The veteran wideout's totals were all season-high figures as well, affording Shakir some momentum heading into a Week 13 road matchup against the Steelers on Sunday, Nov. 30.

Jaxon Smith-Njigba vs Vikings
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. If you drafted JSN hoping for a season with 80 catches, 1,313 yards and seven touchdowns, you got it. The only difference here is the fact he's done that in just eleven games. JSN has truly reached elite receiver status and has a chance for a 2,000 yard season. The NFL record is 1,964, meaning he needs to average just over 108 yards over the final six games to tie Calvin Johnson's mark. Sure, there's one more game in a season these days but is any dynasty manager arguing? JSN is making a run at overall WR1 status in dynasty leagues.

Amon-Ra St. Brown vs Packers
-  He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. The 149 receiving yards were a season high for St. Brown, while the nine grabs tied his best effort of 2025. The fifth-year wideout capped his big afternoon with an 11-yard TD from Jared Goff in the second quarter. St. Brown is one score shy of his third straight season with double-digit touchdowns, and he'll take a 75-884-9 line on 107 targets into a Thanksgiving clash with the Packers in Week 13.

COURTLAND SUTTON vs Commanders
-  The Commanders rank #29 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. The veteran matched Troy Franklin in receptions and targets, but it was the second-year wideout who paced Denver with 84 receiving yards. Sutton has become the 1B to Franklin's 1A in the Broncos' passing game, and over the last six games he's posted a 19-284-1 line on 37 targets compared to Franklin's 25-278-4 line on 49 targets.

Xavier Worthy vs Cowboys
-  The Cowboys rank #32 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Worthy continues to manage an ankle issue, but the wideout was able to log a 77 percent snap share in Sunday's 23-20 overtime win over the Colts, while catching four of his eight targets for 59 yards in the contest. With no reported setbacks, his listed limitations Monday were presumably maintenance-related. Worthy now has two more chances to log a full practice listing before Kansas City's Week 13 injury designations are posted ahead of Thursday's game against the Cowboys.

Sit Jake Ferguson vs Chiefs Ferguson continued to serve as the third option in the Dallas passing offense behind both George Pickens and CeeDee Lamb. He had one of his better showings in recent weeks, logging lengthy receptions of 19, 17 and 12 yards. Ferguson may not have many spike performances so long as both Pickens and Lamb are healthy, but he has at least four catches in three straight games while reaching 50 yards twice in that span.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 4.29 38 0.35

Sit Tyler Warren vs Texans The Texans rank #2 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. Warren co-led the Colts in receptions and was second in both receiving yards and targets on an afternoon when Daniel Jones threw for a modest 181 yards at 5.8 yards per attempt. The rookie tight end has recorded at least four catches in eight consecutive games, although he's hit the 70-yard mark only twice in that span. Warren will head into a Week 13 home matchup against the Texans with a 55-662-3 line on 74 targets across 11 games.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 4.66 50 0.36

Risks...

Brock Bowers vs Chargers
-  The Chargers rank #4 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Bowers produced a modest receiving line while finishing second on the team behind WR Tre Tucker in targets (10) and RB Ashton Jeanty in receptions (eight). While the final results were digestible, Bowers' managers are left wondering what could have been had QB Geno Smith looked the star tight end's way more often instead of taking numerous unsuccessful deep shots to Tucker. Poor playcalling and quarterback play aside, Bowers remains an elite fantasy option week in, week out based on pure talent alone. Expect Bowers to remain a focal point of the passing offense for the struggling Raiders in next Sunday's road tilt against the Chargers.

ZACH ERTZ vs Broncos
-  The Broncos rank #5 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. The veteran tight end tied Deebo Samuel for the team lead in targets, but the wideout did a lot more (7-74-1) with his volume. Ertz was also the intended target on Marcus Mariota's only interception of the afternoon on the first play of OT, setting up Miami's winning field goal. Ertz will head into a Week 12 bye with a 39-387-4 line on 57 targets, and his role in the offense seems secure regardless of whether Mariota or Jayden Daniels (elbow) is under center in Week 13 against the Broncos.

Julian Hill vs Saints
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we do not expect him to post quality fantasy stats this week. Hill returned to action Week 11 after having missed Miami's prior three games due to a lingering ankle injury, though he contributed mostly as a blocker while Greg Dulcich (two catches for 18 yards on four targets) handled the majority of pass-catching opportunities at tight end. The Dolphins will go on bye Week 12, and with Darren Waller (pectoral) still expected to return from IR this season, there are no guarantees Hill will see much in the way of significant receiving opportunities Week 13 versus the Saints.

GEORGE KITTLE vs Browns
-  The Browns rank #3 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. Kittle finished Monday's primetime tilt as the game's leading receiver off a season-high 10 targets. The 31-year-old has really found his groove since going catchless in his return from a hamstring injury Week 7, providing fantasy managers with a 29-304-4 receiving line over his last five starts. Kittle may be asked to utilize his elite blocking skills more than usual Week 13 in order to help the offensive line deal with the unstoppable force that is DE Myles Garrett when the 49ers visit the Browns on Sunday.

Start MARK ANDREWS vs Bengals The Bengals rank #30 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Andrews has exceeded 34 receiving yards only once all season, so he has relied on touchdowns to buoy his fantasy value. After scoring 11 times in the 2024 regular season, Andrews has six total touchdowns in 2025. Four of those six scores came in Andrews' previous three games prior to Sunday's quiet outing. Baltimore's struggling passing offense will look to pick things up Thursday against a Bengals defense that has allowed the most production in the NFL to tight ends.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 3.55 40 0.57

Start Chig Okonkwo vs Jaguars The Jaguars rank #28 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. Okonkwo was cleared to play Sunday after working through a foot injury during Week 12 prep. He was one of four Titans pass catchers to log at least 40 receiving yards, though notably, he was outproduced by rookie tight end Gunnar Helm, the latter of whom led Tennessee with six catches for 51 yards while tying Chimere Dike for a team-high seven targets. Okonkwo has caught at least three passes in three of his last four games, and for the year he has accumulated 35 catches (on 46 targets) for 377 yards and zero touchdowns across 11 regular-season games. Next up for the Titans is a Week 13 clash against the Jaguars, whose defense yielded a 9-79-0 line (on 10 targets) to Trey McBride in an overtime win over the Cardinals on Sunday.

Player Expected Output Receptions Rec. Yards TDs 3.2 34 0.18

Rewards...

TRAVIS KELCE vs Cowboys
-  The Cowboys rank #32 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. The yardage total was his lowest since Week 3, but Kelce did record at least four receptions for the fourth straight game, a stretch in which he's delivered a 23-299-2 line on 32 targets. The veteran tight end remains a key part of the Kansas City passing game at age 36, and Kelce could be busier in Week 13 during a Thanksgiving clash with the Cowboys.

Dalton Kincaid vs Steelers
-  The Steelers rank #31 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Kincaid hasn't practiced or played since hurting his hamstring in Buffalo's Week 10 loss to the Dolphins. After Thursday's loss to the Texans, the Bills don't play again until Nov. 30 at Pittsburgh. If Kincaid resumes practicing prior to that game, that could put him on track to return against the Steelers.

Isaiah Likely vs Bengals
-  The Bengals rank #30 in our Pass Defense Power Rankings. A calf issue limited Likely in practice during the week, but he was able to suit up and play a healthy 57 percent of the snaps. Likely's production has waned this year; he's averaging 6.7 yards per target and is drawing a target on just 15.4 percent of his routes, which marks a 5.3 percent drop from last year. He has a mere 63.2 percent catch rate and a 5.3 percent drop rate. Baltimore draws a favorable matchup Thursday against Cincinnati, which could reverse Likely's fortunes a bit, however.

Trey McBride vs Buccaneers
-  Analyzing various factors very carefully, we expect him to post nice fantasy stats this week. He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. McBride wasn't able extend his scoring streak to a sixth straight contest, which turned out to be the only blemish on another strong fantasy outing in Week 12. The star tight end utilized the overtime period to tack on a pair of short receptions in order to create a new personal streak of recording nine or more catches, which currently sits at three games. McBride has gone on an absolute tear since Jacoby Brissett took over under center for an injured Kyler Murray (foot) back in Week 6. The unexpected connection of Brissett to McBride has generated 51 receptions for 522 yards and six touchdowns in the six games the duo has started this season. There is little reason to believe that McBride can be contained by the Buccaneers' defense next Sunday.

Sit MATT GAY vs Broncos Analyzing various factors very carefully, we do not expect him to post quality fantasy stats this week. Gay played his first game with San Francisco after being elevated from the practice squad due to Eddy Pineiro dealing with a hamstring injury. Gay did his part to contribute to the 49ers' win, knocking in field goals from 47 and 29 yards out while making both his PATs. Pineiro is considered week-to-week, so Gay could again be San Francisco's kicker next Sunday in Cleveland.

Player Expected Output FGM FGA XPM 1.857 2.2284 1.92418

Sit Will Reichard vs Seahawks Analyzing various factors very carefully, we do not expect him to post quality fantasy stats this week. Analyzing various factors very carefully, we do not expect him to post quality fantasy stats this week. Reichard supplied all of the offense for Minnesota in Week 12, making field goals from 52 and 59 yards in the first half. The performance marked the first time this season that he made multiple 50-plus yard attempts in one game. Reichard has now gone 21-for-23 on field-goal tries, including 10-for-12 from 50-plus yards, while making all 19 of his PATs over 11 contests this year.

Player Expected Output FGM FGA XPM 1.68671 1.96289 1.90034

Risks...

MICHAEL BADGLEY vs Texans
-  Coming off a Week 10 game in Berlin in which he missed a pair of kicks, Sunday marked a strong rebound game for Badgley, who has now made nine of 11 field-goal tries and 17 of 19 extra-point attempts in six games with the Colts this season.

DANIEL CARLSON vs Chargers
-  Carlson missed his first field-goal attempt the day, pushing a 48-yard try wide left in the second quarter. The kicker was then able to convert a 41-yard field goal on the team's following possession. Carlson has now gone 16-for-21 on field-goal tries, including 3-for-6 from 50-plus yards, while making 13 of 14 extra-point attempts over 11 contests this year.

EDDY PIÑEIRO vs Browns
-  He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). He is currently listed as Questionable on the injury report, and may wind up being a dreaded GTD (Game Time Decision). Pineiro was unable to practice all week due to a right hamstring injury, and he will not play in Monday night's game as a result. In his absence, Matt Gay will likely be elevated from the practice squad to the active roster. Pineiro's next opportunity to play is Week 13 against the Browns on Sunday, Nov. 30.

Start Tyler Loop vs Bengals He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. Loop gave the Ravens their first points of the game with a 31-yard field goal late in the second quarter, and the rookie kicker helped extend Baltimore's late lead with field goals from 35 and 27 yards in the fourth frame. Loop has quietly connected on at least three field goals in four of his last five games, and over that span he has gone 13-for-14 on field-goal attempts and 12-for-12 on extra-point tries.

Player Expected Output FGM FGA XPM 1.54966 1.76512 3.44961

Start JASON MYERS vs Vikings He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. Myers scored the Seahawks' first points of the game with a 47-yard field goal late in the first quarter before adding field goals from 30 and 36 yards in the second frame. He has made at least three field goals in each of his last three outings and five times this season. In the four games since Seattle's Week 8 bye, Meyers has gone 11-for-12 on field-goal attempts and has made all 14 of his point-after tries.

Player Expected Output FGM FGA XPM 1.6665 1.94226 2.36668

Rewards...

BRANDON AUBREY vs Chiefs
-  He should be a NO BRAIN start this week and every week unless he is on a bye or injured. Aubrey pushed a 51-yard field-goal attempt wide left in the third quarter, missing a field-goal try for just the second time this season. The kicker got his redemption as time expired in regulation, converting a 42-yard game-winning field goal. Aubrey has now gone 19-for-21 on field-goal tries, including 6-for-8 from 50-plus yards, while making 35 of 36 PATs over 11 games this year.

HARRISON BUTKER vs Cowboys
-  It was a busy day for Butker, who was responsible for 15 of the Chiefs' 23 points during Sunday's OT win. Four of his five made field goals came from within 28 yards, including the game-winning 27-yard chip shot in overtime to improve Kansas City's record to 6-5. Butker's five made field goals were a season high and his most since the 2023 campaign, when he connected on six field-goal attempts against the Bengals in Week 17. Over his last three games, Butker has gone 9-for-9 on field-goal attempts and 2-for-3 on extra-point tries.

Cameron Dicker vs Raiders
-  Dicker accounted for all of the Chargers' points in the Week 11 blowout loss, with his makes coming from 41 and 46 yards in the first half. Dicker has been steady this season, making 25 of 27 field-goal attempts and all 23 of extra points across 11 contests. Dicker is one of the top fantasy kickers at this point in the season.

Sit Chicago Bears vs Eagles The Bears' D/ST unit had a decent performance but gave up 28 points to the Steelers' backup QB. They will be tough to start on Friday against Philly.

Player Expected Output Sacks Interceptions Fumble Recoveries 1.89 1.62359 1.13985

Sit Carolina Panthers vs Rams Carolina's defense wasn't able to log even a single sack on Monday and allowed San Francisco to score 20 points, but they were able to make up for that a bit by logging three interceptions against the 49ers. Still, this unit will not be a viable option moving forward, especially with a very tough matchup coming against the Rams next week.

Player Expected Output Sacks Interceptions Fumble Recoveries 1.22 1.21318 0.469722

Risks...

Kansas City Chiefs vs Cowboys
- The Chiefs' defense was able to keep a potential MVP candidate in Jonathan Taylor to his second lowest yardage total of the season. Despite not logging a turnover or a sack, they were able to hold the Colts without a point in the second half and overtime. The Chiefs will take on the Cowboys in Week 13.

Green Bay Packers vs Lions
- The Packers defense utterly dominated the hapless Vikings offense. It was a great spot for them so it's not total surprising. They will face a tougher task against the Lions on Thursday.

Start San Francisco 49ers vs Browns San Francisco's defense took advantage of a positive matchup on Monday night. They held the Panthers to just nine points and were able to log several big plays to help out the offense. They have a great schedule coming up with their next two games being against the Browns and the Titans respectively.

Player Expected Output Sacks Interceptions Fumble Recoveries 1.78 1.90626 0.624239

Start Los Angeles Chargers vs Raiders The Chargers rank outside the top 20 in defensive fantasy scoring, but it's the Week 13 matchup with the Raiders that has our attention. Raiders quarterback Geno Smith has been an interception machine. He's been picked off 13 times this season and has been sacked 41 times. The Browns sacked Smith 10 times on Sunday. The Las Vegas offensive line is an injury-riddled mess. This is a great spot for the Chargers defense.

Player Expected Output Sacks Interceptions Fumble Recoveries 1.72 2.62561 0.475778

Rewards...

Denver Broncos vs Commanders
- Denver's defense looked great again on Sunday. They held Kanas City to just 19 points on the day, which helped them to secure the huge divisional win. This unit has a bye in Week 12 before a couple of couple of great matchups against the Commanders and Raiders after that.

Miami Dolphins vs Saints
- Miami's defense has scored 22 fantasy points over its last two games and now gets a friendly two-week stretch against the Saints and Jets.

Atlanta Falcons vs Jets
- Week 13 ends a long stretch of favorable matchups for the Atlanta defense. With 39 sacks on the year, the Falcons have a potent pass rush. Atlanta gets a favorable Week 13 matchup with the Jets, who have averaged just 232 yards of offense over their last three games.

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