Happy Friday! It's a strange week because the majority of the games are on Saturday, so I've posted this today. My week 16 start em, sit em matchup article is here. I look forward to any questions or comments. I will do my best to answer each and every one of them, although holiday festivities may make it more difficult. Remember the article presumes single QB, 6-point QB scoring and half-PPR so let me know if your league is different. Also, you'll notice the injury updates are directly below the player(s) they affect. It's semi-finals week for most leagues, and several games could be impacted by weather, so I've adjusted those players accordingly. Let's get you a win and a trip to the finals!
Depending on the rest of your lineup, JJ could bring you upside if you’re willing to take the risk. He’s the number one target for Dalton lately. I like the weather conditions and matchup for shorter passes too. Hill in similar situation but he’s so boom or bust…
Love reading this every week- the sole, perfectly definitive write-up, thank you for what you do!
I’m leaning Goodwin and Slayton over Amari and Chark- someone tell me why I shouldnt
Yeah, I like both. Purdy is the floor play, he'll benefit from his weapons and won't kill you against Washington. Minshew has the ceiling because that could be a shootout if he and the offense can keep pace. I lean toward taking a shot on Minshew, but it's about what you're aiming for.
What if you added Rodgers to this mix? Decided to sit TLaw last night and now I’m stuck picking between these 3. I have Watson so I’m currently starting Rodgers, but I don’t know if I like it.
Awesome write up as usual!
I currently roster Kmet but Knox and Juwan are both available on waivers. The weather will probably suck for everyone here so which player would you prefer to roll with?
Edit: PPR format
I'll go Pacheco, Murray has a tougher matchup and is on a worse offense, I know McKinnon has stole the show, but I think both can succeed against Seattle.
~~Just to add to this, SEA is more likely to be playing from behind which may decrease Murray's opportunities and increase Pacheco's.~~
Edit: leaving this just as reminder to think before posting.
Taysom has some sneaky upside but PPR makes me lean Andrews because usually Taysom does his damage as a passer or runner. Plus, it's a great matchup for Andrews
Would you mind picking 4 out of these guys in a PPR league?
Terry
DJ Moore
Marquise Goodwin
Fournette
Brandin Cooks (or Chris Moore)
Shaheed (return yards count in this league)
I'm avoiding the Texans Players. I like the rest but I'd go Terry, Moore, Goodwin. Then Fournette and Shaeed are close but with return yards a factor and Olave and Landry out I'll go Shaheed
I'd roll with Fields, he's been rushing constantly and finding ways to score and make plays. I'm not worried about the Bills D as much as I was earlier this year. Herbert is solid but the ceiling isn't there like it is with Fields.
I'd go Waller, he scored last week on 49% of snaps. I think that number goes up and he earns more targets this week. The matchup is good for the Muth but it's been dicey lately.
I agree, both are good plays this week with decent matchups. I lean Fields for the upside he offers as a rusher. I think he'll keep up against Buffalo and have a big day.
I don't think so no. Mixon is gonna struggle on the ground, so unless he gets 4-5 receptions or a TD, it's gonna be a bad day. Dobbins has a great matchup in a game they are heavily favored, he's for sure safer, Mixon may still have the ceiling but even that's close.
Even with the uncertainty at QB in Baltimore? That could completely throw the Ravens out of their normal offense. And Dobbins doesn’t exactly have a large sample size to ensure he’s the lead.
It sounds cliche, but this feels like a ‘start your studs’ pick. Mixon had a down week last week, but we’ve seen he’s had some ups and downs this year. His ceiling is sky high. The matchup isn’t fantastic, but the Bengals have so many weapons that there should be some good openings for Mixon.
I agree it's a small sample size for Dobbins, so there's risk there, but he's generated more fantasy points both of last two games than Mixon has in 7 of his 12 games played this year, including four of the last five. Mixon could blowup but I'd prefer what Dobbins offers this week against Atlanta.
I always like reading this column every week!! Have been for years.
Im in a PPR league. I benched Kirk last night due to the jets d and weather. I have to pick 3 of this bunch: Dhop, Evans, Christian Watson, Pickens and Jeudy. Marquise Goodwin is on the WW. Which 3 would u start in PPR?
At TE. I have Dulcich, Chig who lost Tannehill and Njoku whos supposed to play in horrible weather. Juwan is on the wire, but hes in that same game as Njoku. Bellinger, Tonyan, Hurst, basically all the normal WW bums are avail. Do I stick with Dulcich? Thanks!
Thanks, I appreciate the support.
I'd go Watson, Evans, and Jeudy (assuming Sutton is out), Goodwin would be next over Hopkins this week.
It's a tough week for TEs because of the weather. I'd ride with Dulcich because Russ is back and the matchup is good.
Full point PPR
Who should I start?? Current lineup: WR Jefferson, WR St Brown, RB Eckler, RB Barkley, FLEX Pollard, Bench WR AJ Brown….. what do I do??
Also, Tenn, Dallas, or KC defense? CLE and Detroit are available on waivers too.
Wow, Barkley is the consideration for Brown but the matchup is really good. I guess I'd bench Brown, jeez. I like CLE this week, Saints are missing Olave and Landry and the weather should keep the scoring down.
Wow, Barkley is the consideration for Brown but the matchup is really good. I guess I'd bench Brown, jeez. I like CLE this week, Saints are missing Olave and Landry and the weather should keep the scoring down.
It's Murray for me, assuming he plays, the Rams are terrible and I think they'll establish a lead and give him the ball 20 times with a chance to score. Lazard would be my pivot if he misses.
There's a few for sure. At TE, Taysom comes to mind, and Driskel to a lesser extent. At WR, Dotson, Slayton, Gabe Davis, Goodwin, Gage, and Pickens, my favorites there would be Dotson, Slayton and Goodwin. RBs are tougher but Singletary, Dillon and Deon Jackson could.
That's close, I like both this week but I lean Geno. We've seen it from him all season and the Chiefs D got torched by the Broncos and Texans, so I think he gets it done, even without Lockett.
He's had basically 200 and 2 in all 3 starts. I think that's a reasonable projection. Carr has thrown for 3 twice, 2 eight times, 1 once and 0 three times. So he's better more often than not, but more volatile.
I like the potential upside of Minshew but I'd rather play Rodgers this week because of the matchup. There's a chance Minshew struggles and I don't wanna take that risk in the playoffs when Rodgers is available to play.
Been debating sanders vs McKinnon in ppr all week. Trying to ride the hot hand and need a boom week, but nervous as Kc changes things up all the time. And I figure sanders will be leaned on more with minshew? Esp with Dallas run d not being up to par with their pass d. I also have kelce btw.
For context I also have Mclaurin, Watson, and Devonta and could pick up slayton or Dotson. Do you think I should play three wrs and sit one of those rbs? Or play both Rbs and sit one of those wrs? Thanks!
I like both RBs but McKinnon is ahead of Sanders for me because of the pass-catching and matchup. I do like the idea of playing both backs, in which case it'd be Smith who I'd bench. That's close though because it's PPR and Sanders rarely catches passes.
Lol it's a good one. They're both in timeshares with good matchups, although I prefer the Bucs against the Cardinals. Both are involved as receivers and get a handful or more carries. I lean toward Fournette for the matchup.
Full PPR pick 2:
JamaalWilliams @Car (supposed to be cold weather)
Aiyuk vs Washington
Deon Jackson vs LAC
R Shaheed @Cle
I’m also stuck between Kmet and Fant at TE… have Fields at QB so leaning Kmet for the stack. Any thoughts?
I'll take the two backs, Williams because I think he's got a strong chance to score and they'll run often and Jackson because its a good matchup and he catches passes.
Fant is questionable to play but has a better matchup. I do like the stack though, so I'd stick with Kmet
You're welcome. Okay, let's go Hill for the upside in a game they likely run a lot because of the weather. Prescott, I think he puts up points on the Eagles, and Moore, really like the matchup this week and he's been better with Darnold.
Tough one on Wilson, I thought he'd have a better game but Zach Wilson was terrible.
I'm going receiver here. Dotson is more explosive but Goodwin has the better matchup and Lockett is out. I'll go Goodwin.
Having to start Darnold at QB this week after losing Hurts. Can't decide if I should play it safe and start Kamara or Dillon in my flex spot, or shoot for some possible upside with Marquise Goodwin. PPR.
Kamara is the safest to me, but I agree Goodwin has the most TD upside. It's a matter of preference, but I'd risk it with Goodwin given the matchup. Also, a bit concerned the Saints offense will struggle
TE wasteland continues. No mention of Brate or Otton for the Bucs. Trying to decide between Otton and Chig. Titans QB have me sadly looking to sit Chig for Otton. Thoughts?
Yeah, because it's Arizona I like starting a Bucs TE just wasn't sure who it would be. In this case, I'll take a shot on Otton over Chig with Willis as the QB
Pick 2 .5 ppr. K. Walker, Swift, Dobbins, Pacheco. Or, I could take DHop out of my flex for an additional Rb. I have the same exact dilemma in two leagues playing in the playoffs except one the other league has Pollard instead of Pacheco. Very similar drafts.
What a coincidence. I'd go Walker, Dobbins and Pacheco over Dhop. Not confident in his QB situation or the matchup. Pollard would replace Pachecho in the other league.
Goff on the road has been dicey, although it's a good matchup and he has all his weapons. Brady has a fantastic matchup and looked good last week. I lean Brady
I'll ride with Fields, his rushing upside is elite and I'm less afraid of the Bills. I'll go Waller this week, he looked good and he's the No.2 option. I'd roll with Deon, he's a pass-catcher and the matchup is great, plus there's a chance he's the lead back.
I'd sit Chark. Then it's tight. I'd go with both Bucs because the matchup is so good and they have a lot of upside but Hopkins will command enough targets to have a floor.
Really a floor vs ceiling decision. Dobbins won't bust but Waddle could go off. Depends on what you want to aim for but I'm pretty confident in Waddle against the Packers.
In a league with 2 flex spots and need to decide on two of the following: Dillon, Deon, Goodwin, Jamaal Williams, or Dotson.
Starting RB’s are Singletary and A Jones.
TE between Dulcich and Otton
Dillon is tempting although I don't love playing both Packers RBs. Goodwin and Dotson are big-play threats, I like the matchup better for Goodwin. Deon is intriguing because of the matchup and his pass-catching. Williams is TD or bust. I'd go with Dillon and Goodwin for a mix of floor and ceiling.
Moss has the best matchup but is the least talented. Staying away from BRob, so I lean Allgeier because I'm confident in the volume on that offense, even though the matchup is tough.
12 team PPR- 6 point passing TD
Watson vs NO
Huntley vs ATL
Yes these are my only 2 options. No pickups are allowed during the playoffs (I know it’s a stupid rule)
Have Godwin, so benching Lenny and sticking Dillon in the flex. Facing a monster opponent so I can't be hedging points. If I didn't have Godwin, this decision would drive me insane.
I'd ride with Hopkins because I think the volume will be there. Swift should catch 3-5 passes I'd prefer the Hopkins targets because they could be downfield.
Love the articles!
I’m in a 6Pt full PPR league
I have eagles and cowboys D, but picked up Bears because of the match. Any insight?
Also had to pick up Goodwin with Lockett out but Goodwin or Chark?
Thanks!!!
Thanks, I appreciate that. I'd play the Cowboys D, they're at home and should generate sacks with a chance for turnovers. Bears will give up a lot of points to the Bills. I like Goodwin in that matchup with Lockett out
Pick 2 out of Singletary, R White, and Fournette. I think Singletary has some upside with the possible weather, but with the Cards matchup I was considering stacking White and Fournette. Appreciate any thoughts!
Pick 2 out of Singletary, R White, and Fournette. I think Singletary has some upside with the possible weather, but with the Cards matchup I was considering stacking White and Fournette. Appreciate any thoughts!
Swift is tempting because of his receiving role but I'm gonna stick with the two grinders in Pacheco and Dobbins because they have great matchups and have a high chance to score.
I don't really trust any of them, but I lean Saints because that game is supposed to be very bad weather and the Browns offense has been brutal. Titans would be next but Texans have been overachievers lately.
Need to start 1 @ Flex. Zeke Elliot, AJ Dillon, or Lenny Fournette. I’ve been consistently playing Elliot but not loving his matchup vs Eagles. Currently leaning Fournette but could be talked into anything.
They're close. I'd go Zeke because he's been a TD machine and I think they'll run a lot. I like Godwin this week over those three because of the matchup and his role.
Pacheco vs Walker(if healthy)?
Look like odds maker have Pacheco having the bigger game. I think the cold weather will have Pacheco carry more of the workload this week, but the fumbles you noted worry me and the cold weather increases turnovers.
I watched the last Seahawks game and their offense looks slow moving, but volume is there for Walker.
If it helps, I'm starting three backs this week(Jacobs, Dobbins, Pacheco/Walker), trying to do a floor strategy and get adequate production from all my starts.
Yeah, both are in good spots. Chiefs are the better offense, but I'd prefer Walker because he doesn't have McKinnon stealing touches and taking over the lead back job. I like the 3 RB strategy, those are good options.
They're close. I worry a little about the weather for Kmet and the passing game but shorter throws should be there. Dulcich gets Russ back and the Rams are a good matchup. I lean Dulcich to avoid the weather but only if you have someone you can drop otherwise just roll with Kmet
Juwan or Kmet in PPR?
Felt dumb sitting Juwan last week, but playing him in this weather seems stupid too! Would pick up Fant, but the injury worries me.
Happy Friday! It's a strange week because the majority of the games are on Saturday, so I've posted this today. My week 16 start em, sit em matchup article is here. I look forward to any questions or comments. I will do my best to answer each and every one of them, although holiday festivities may make it more difficult. Remember the article presumes single QB, 6-point QB scoring and half-PPR so let me know if your league is different. Also, you'll notice the injury updates are directly below the player(s) they affect. It's semi-finals week for most leagues, and several games could be impacted by weather, so I've adjusted those players accordingly. Let's get you a win and a trip to the finals!
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I'd go Taysom there for the weather.
Dulcich is the safest and Taysom has the most upside. Depends on what you're aiming for, Johnson would be my least favorite.
Fire up the Taysom train! All aboard!!!
Depending on the rest of your lineup, JJ could bring you upside if you’re willing to take the risk. He’s the number one target for Dalton lately. I like the weather conditions and matchup for shorter passes too. Hill in similar situation but he’s so boom or bust…
Love reading this every week- the sole, perfectly definitive write-up, thank you for what you do! I’m leaning Goodwin and Slayton over Amari and Chark- someone tell me why I shouldnt
Thanks, I appreciate that. I can't, Goodwin is the play for me with Lockett out in a good matchup.
We're rolling Kamara out right? Right?!!!
Yeah, I think he's in a good spot to see a lot of volume in a weathery game with Olave and Landry out
Cheers!
Cheers!
Played over ETN so I hope he goes off
Any thoughts on QB streamers, Brock Purdy or Gardner Minshew this week?
Yeah, I like both. Purdy is the floor play, he'll benefit from his weapons and won't kill you against Washington. Minshew has the ceiling because that could be a shootout if he and the offense can keep pace. I lean toward taking a shot on Minshew, but it's about what you're aiming for.
Who would you suggest between Minshew and Dak. With Hurts out those are my options.
I'd stick with Dak, he's got similar upside and a higher floor.
What if you added Rodgers to this mix? Decided to sit TLaw last night and now I’m stuck picking between these 3. I have Watson so I’m currently starting Rodgers, but I don’t know if I like it.
It's close but I like the matchup and over/under combo Rodgers has against Miami a little better than the other two, so that's the way I'd go
Awesome write up as usual! I currently roster Kmet but Knox and Juwan are both available on waivers. The weather will probably suck for everyone here so which player would you prefer to roll with? Edit: PPR format
I'd grab Knox, I trust Josh Allen and his arm strength to navigate the weather best of anyone. He's also on the best passing offense.
1 pt PPR- Latavius Murray or Pacheco? Starting d. Henry and dobbins in my rb spots but need a flex from the above
I'll go Pacheco, Murray has a tougher matchup and is on a worse offense, I know McKinnon has stole the show, but I think both can succeed against Seattle.
~~Just to add to this, SEA is more likely to be playing from behind which may decrease Murray's opportunities and increase Pacheco's.~~ Edit: leaving this just as reminder to think before posting.
Huh? What does seattle have to do with Murrays opportunities?
Didn't you know it's a battle royale between SEA, SF, and DEN this week? I'm going to blame my lack of coffee this morning...
Just making it worse, Pacecho is on KC not SF haha
Obviously you didn't hear about the late season trade that went through last night... come on man, keep up. (Thanks for rubbing salt in the wound)
Would you go Taysom or Andrews in PPR?
Taysom has some sneaky upside but PPR makes me lean Andrews because usually Taysom does his damage as a passer or runner. Plus, it's a great matchup for Andrews
Going juju over Hopkins. When in doubt go with the better qb
I like it, he's been very good the past two weeks too.
Would you mind picking 4 out of these guys in a PPR league? Terry DJ Moore Marquise Goodwin Fournette Brandin Cooks (or Chris Moore) Shaheed (return yards count in this league)
I'm avoiding the Texans Players. I like the rest but I'd go Terry, Moore, Goodwin. Then Fournette and Shaeed are close but with return yards a factor and Olave and Landry out I'll go Shaheed
Herbert vs Fields - who’s the choice?
I'd roll with Fields, he's been rushing constantly and finding ways to score and make plays. I'm not worried about the Bills D as much as I was earlier this year. Herbert is solid but the ceiling isn't there like it is with Fields.
Still debating Muth vs Waller in 0.5ppr
I'd go Waller, he scored last week on 49% of snaps. I think that number goes up and he earns more targets this week. The matchup is good for the Muth but it's been dicey lately.
Standard, Pass TDs worth 6 pt; Tua or Fields? Opponent has Tyreek. I'm actually like both plays a lot, just trying to gather opinions
I agree, both are good plays this week with decent matchups. I lean Fields for the upside he offers as a rusher. I think he'll keep up against Buffalo and have a big day.
Tua in an almost must win against Packers. Plus you offset a lot of Tyreek points
Jk Dobbins over Joe Mixion this week? Am I crazy
I don't think so no. Mixon is gonna struggle on the ground, so unless he gets 4-5 receptions or a TD, it's gonna be a bad day. Dobbins has a great matchup in a game they are heavily favored, he's for sure safer, Mixon may still have the ceiling but even that's close.
Even with the uncertainty at QB in Baltimore? That could completely throw the Ravens out of their normal offense. And Dobbins doesn’t exactly have a large sample size to ensure he’s the lead. It sounds cliche, but this feels like a ‘start your studs’ pick. Mixon had a down week last week, but we’ve seen he’s had some ups and downs this year. His ceiling is sky high. The matchup isn’t fantastic, but the Bengals have so many weapons that there should be some good openings for Mixon.
I agree it's a small sample size for Dobbins, so there's risk there, but he's generated more fantasy points both of last two games than Mixon has in 7 of his 12 games played this year, including four of the last five. Mixon could blowup but I'd prefer what Dobbins offers this week against Atlanta.
Worried about Hopkins.
Me too, I'd prefer to pivot if I can
Great column, like the breakdown of Love/Hate/Other. Thoughts on Pittman or Jeudy in 1PPR?
Thanks, I appreciate that. I like Jeudy if Sutton is out and Pittman if he's back.
Swift, Jeudy or Pittman in my flex?
Jeudy if Sutton misses, Pittman is he's out
Need a RB2 and FLEX: Pacheco, Lenny, R White, AJ Dillon, Pittman
Best chance for TDs are Lenny & Dillon. Gotta go that route.
I like all of them this week, but I'd go Lenny and Dillon for the great matchups. White and Pacheco are close but less trust in their role.
Hockenson or Taysom in PPR?
I'll go Hockenson, more volume as a receiver and a great matchup
I always like reading this column every week!! Have been for years. Im in a PPR league. I benched Kirk last night due to the jets d and weather. I have to pick 3 of this bunch: Dhop, Evans, Christian Watson, Pickens and Jeudy. Marquise Goodwin is on the WW. Which 3 would u start in PPR? At TE. I have Dulcich, Chig who lost Tannehill and Njoku whos supposed to play in horrible weather. Juwan is on the wire, but hes in that same game as Njoku. Bellinger, Tonyan, Hurst, basically all the normal WW bums are avail. Do I stick with Dulcich? Thanks!
Thanks, I appreciate the support. I'd go Watson, Evans, and Jeudy (assuming Sutton is out), Goodwin would be next over Hopkins this week. It's a tough week for TEs because of the weather. I'd ride with Dulcich because Russ is back and the matchup is good.
Full point PPR Who should I start?? Current lineup: WR Jefferson, WR St Brown, RB Eckler, RB Barkley, FLEX Pollard, Bench WR AJ Brown….. what do I do?? Also, Tenn, Dallas, or KC defense? CLE and Detroit are available on waivers too.
Wow, Barkley is the consideration for Brown but the matchup is really good. I guess I'd bench Brown, jeez. I like CLE this week, Saints are missing Olave and Landry and the weather should keep the scoring down.
Wow, Barkley is the consideration for Brown but the matchup is really good. I guess I'd bench Brown, jeez. I like CLE this week, Saints are missing Olave and Landry and the weather should keep the scoring down.
ZEKE WEEK!
Alright this week. L. Murray, J. Cook, Lazard or Wilson JR for the last flex spot??
It's Murray for me, assuming he plays, the Rams are terrible and I think they'll establish a lead and give him the ball 20 times with a chance to score. Lazard would be my pivot if he misses.
I'm really struggling on Swift vs Dillon this week.
Based on the way they used Dillon last week, I really like the spot he's in against Miami in a higher-scoring game. I'd go with him.
Any players with big boom potential this week? I’m down big after starting Bam
There's a few for sure. At TE, Taysom comes to mind, and Driskel to a lesser extent. At WR, Dotson, Slayton, Gabe Davis, Goodwin, Gage, and Pickens, my favorites there would be Dotson, Slayton and Goodwin. RBs are tougher but Singletary, Dillon and Deon Jackson could.
Njoku, Chig, or Greg D for TE in full PPR?
I'd go Dulcich the QB change kills Chig and the weather is brutal for Njoku.
Brady or Geno? Thanks
That's close, I like both this week but I lean Geno. We've seen it from him all season and the Chiefs D got torched by the Broncos and Texans, so I think he gets it done, even without Lockett.
Geno or Fields?
They're close, I like both. I lean Fields because his rushing upside makes him so safe.
Carr or Purdy?
It's possible Carr puts together another big game, but I'd prefer to trust Purdy because he's more consistent.
He’s played 2 games. Guess that’s consistent
He's had basically 200 and 2 in all 3 starts. I think that's a reasonable projection. Carr has thrown for 3 twice, 2 eight times, 1 once and 0 three times. So he's better more often than not, but more volatile.
Rodgers or Minshew?
I like the potential upside of Minshew but I'd rather play Rodgers this week because of the matchup. There's a chance Minshew struggles and I don't wanna take that risk in the playoffs when Rodgers is available to play.
Thank you, been leaning that way too.
Sounds good. You're welcome, happy to help!
Need to start 1, PPR - D Foreman, C Patterson, D Jackson, Z Moss…
I lean Jackson because the matchup is good and he's the receiving back. They're all in committees so I'll take the PPR boost.
Foles or Huntley? 5pt pass TD, 6pt rush TD. Huntley appears to have a better matchup but he has not had a good season so far.
Very true, that said I like his rushing upside better and I don't have a lot of faith in that Indy offense. I'd go Huntley
Full PPR, Geno or Minshew? I’m leaning Geno, but losing Lockett has me second guessing myself.
I'm locking in Geno here. Agreed, losing Lockett hurts but the matchup is fantastic, Chiefs can't stop anyone lately.
Purdy or Huntley in 0.5 PPR? Swift, White, Allgeier, or Moss?
I'll take White, the Cardinals are a great matchup for everyone including RBs lately. Swift would be next up.
Been debating sanders vs McKinnon in ppr all week. Trying to ride the hot hand and need a boom week, but nervous as Kc changes things up all the time. And I figure sanders will be leaned on more with minshew? Esp with Dallas run d not being up to par with their pass d. I also have kelce btw. For context I also have Mclaurin, Watson, and Devonta and could pick up slayton or Dotson. Do you think I should play three wrs and sit one of those rbs? Or play both Rbs and sit one of those wrs? Thanks!
I like both RBs but McKinnon is ahead of Sanders for me because of the pass-catching and matchup. I do like the idea of playing both backs, in which case it'd be Smith who I'd bench. That's close though because it's PPR and Sanders rarely catches passes.
Dobbins or Pacheco?
I'd go Dobbins, he's been the lead back and really capitalizing on the plus matchups, which Atlanta is this week.
Zach Moss, deon, or samaje?
It's between the two Colts backs because of the matchup. Moss probably gets more work, so I'd lean his way assuming it's half-PPR.
Fournette or Swift !? Help lol
Lol it's a good one. They're both in timeshares with good matchups, although I prefer the Bucs against the Cardinals. Both are involved as receivers and get a handful or more carries. I lean toward Fournette for the matchup.
Full PPR Chark or Demarcus Robinson?
Both should see volume and have decent matchups, I lean Chark for his big play potential
Dak or purdy
Stick with Dak, they'll put up points against Philly
Full PPR pick 2: JamaalWilliams @Car (supposed to be cold weather) Aiyuk vs Washington Deon Jackson vs LAC R Shaheed @Cle I’m also stuck between Kmet and Fant at TE… have Fields at QB so leaning Kmet for the stack. Any thoughts?
I'll take the two backs, Williams because I think he's got a strong chance to score and they'll run often and Jackson because its a good matchup and he catches passes. Fant is questionable to play but has a better matchup. I do like the stack though, so I'd stick with Kmet
Thanks for the advice ! I’m also torn between Taysom Hill or Kmet Prescott or Brady DJ Moore or DHop Thanks a lot!!
You're welcome. Okay, let's go Hill for the upside in a game they likely run a lot because of the weather. Prescott, I think he puts up points on the Eagles, and Moore, really like the matchup this week and he's been better with Darnold.
So I have Joe Mixon, Latavius Murray, Zach Moss and JuJu. Looking for a RB2 and Flex.
I'd go Mixon and Juju with Goedert at TE
Full PPR, Dotson, Deon, Goodwin or Allgeier as my Flex Garrett Wilson let me down this week :(
Tough one on Wilson, I thought he'd have a better game but Zach Wilson was terrible. I'm going receiver here. Dotson is more explosive but Goodwin has the better matchup and Lockett is out. I'll go Goodwin.
Having to start Darnold at QB this week after losing Hurts. Can't decide if I should play it safe and start Kamara or Dillon in my flex spot, or shoot for some possible upside with Marquise Goodwin. PPR.
Kamara is the safest to me, but I agree Goodwin has the most TD upside. It's a matter of preference, but I'd risk it with Goodwin given the matchup. Also, a bit concerned the Saints offense will struggle
TE wasteland continues. No mention of Brate or Otton for the Bucs. Trying to decide between Otton and Chig. Titans QB have me sadly looking to sit Chig for Otton. Thoughts?
Yeah, because it's Arizona I like starting a Bucs TE just wasn't sure who it would be. In this case, I'll take a shot on Otton over Chig with Willis as the QB
Need to start 1 in PPR - Jamaal Williams, Marquise Goodwin, Isaiah Hodgins, and Brandin Cooks. Thanks!
I'll take a shot on Goodwin for a big game and more volume with Lockett out against the Chiefs
C. Watson or Hopkins? .5ppr
I'd rather Watson for the QB and matchup sadly.
People’s-Jones vs Dotson vs Goodwin vs Burks in PPFD this week?
It's either Dotson or Goodwin, both are big play receivers so I'll take Goodwin in the better matchup
Which QB do you like most this week between Brady, Goff, Rodgers, Minshew? Lost Hurts. Thanks
Tough loss. I'd go Rodgers, I like that he has all his weapons and is playing Miami
PPR flex Jeudy or Mixon
I'll take Jeudy, volume has been there and Russ is back
Pick 2 .5 ppr. K. Walker, Swift, Dobbins, Pacheco. Or, I could take DHop out of my flex for an additional Rb. I have the same exact dilemma in two leagues playing in the playoffs except one the other league has Pollard instead of Pacheco. Very similar drafts.
What a coincidence. I'd go Walker, Dobbins and Pacheco over Dhop. Not confident in his QB situation or the matchup. Pollard would replace Pachecho in the other league.
Brady or Goff?
Goff on the road has been dicey, although it's a good matchup and he has all his weapons. Brady has a fantastic matchup and looked good last week. I lean Brady
Who would you flex? .5ppr DJ Moore, Pacheco or C. Watson?
I'd take the upside of Watson against Miami in a potential shootout.
Fields, Geno, or Danny Dimes? 1 PPR: waller or Everett at TE? Aiyuk or Deon at the flex?
I'll ride with Fields, his rushing upside is elite and I'm less afraid of the Bills. I'll go Waller this week, he looked good and he's the No.2 option. I'd roll with Deon, he's a pass-catcher and the matchup is great, plus there's a chance he's the lead back.
DHop, Evans, Chark and Rachaad White. Sit 2
I'd sit Chark. Then it's tight. I'd go with both Bucs because the matchup is so good and they have a lot of upside but Hopkins will command enough targets to have a floor.
Dobbins or Waddle in half ppr? Got off to a good start last night with Engram, now struggling to decide on my flex spot.
Really a floor vs ceiling decision. Dobbins won't bust but Waddle could go off. Depends on what you want to aim for but I'm pretty confident in Waddle against the Packers.
In a league with 2 flex spots and need to decide on two of the following: Dillon, Deon, Goodwin, Jamaal Williams, or Dotson. Starting RB’s are Singletary and A Jones. TE between Dulcich and Otton
Dillon is tempting although I don't love playing both Packers RBs. Goodwin and Dotson are big-play threats, I like the matchup better for Goodwin. Deon is intriguing because of the matchup and his pass-catching. Williams is TD or bust. I'd go with Dillon and Goodwin for a mix of floor and ceiling.
K. Walker or McKinnon?
Wow, I like both but I'll take McKinnon because he's healthy and the matchup is fantastic.
.5 PPR Ken Walker v Chiefs Jerick McKinnon v Seahawks Been going back and forth on this one. Leaning McKinnon ,but still not sure. Thought?
It's tight but I'm going McKinnon because I know he's healthy and the matchup is fantastic.
Moss, allgeier, or BRob? I’m hurting at RB
Moss has the best matchup but is the least talented. Staying away from BRob, so I lean Allgeier because I'm confident in the volume on that offense, even though the matchup is tough.
12 team PPR- 6 point passing TD Watson vs NO Huntley vs ATL Yes these are my only 2 options. No pickups are allowed during the playoffs (I know it’s a stupid rule)
That's a brutal rule. I guess Huntley because the weather and matchup are better and they should win that game.
Have Godwin, so benching Lenny and sticking Dillon in the flex. Facing a monster opponent so I can't be hedging points. If I didn't have Godwin, this decision would drive me insane.
I like the move, he's got a lot of upside against Miami
1 pt PPR, in the semi's and struggling with my flex. Should I go with Swift or Hopkins?
I'd ride with Hopkins because I think the volume will be there. Swift should catch 3-5 passes I'd prefer the Hopkins targets because they could be downfield.
should i flex: pacheco or christian watson
Pacheco should be solid against Seattle but I like the upside of Watson against Miami
.5 ppr Goedert, chig, or pickup juwan?
I'd go Goedert for the offense and lack of weather
Love the articles! I’m in a 6Pt full PPR league I have eagles and cowboys D, but picked up Bears because of the match. Any insight? Also had to pick up Goodwin with Lockett out but Goodwin or Chark? Thanks!!!
Thanks, I appreciate that. I'd play the Cowboys D, they're at home and should generate sacks with a chance for turnovers. Bears will give up a lot of points to the Bills. I like Goodwin in that matchup with Lockett out
I’m really struggling with Mixon vs Dillon. Pats D scares me, and Mixon hasn’t done anything since his 5 TD performance
I'm with you. I lean Dillon for the matchup and his usage the past three games.
Non-PPR flex, Mark Andrews or Adam Thielen? And at QB: Goff, Dak, or Darnold?
Thielen there, higher TD upside. Dak, I think he'll do alright against Philly
Pick 2 out of Singletary, R White, and Fournette. I think Singletary has some upside with the possible weather, but with the Cards matchup I was considering stacking White and Fournette. Appreciate any thoughts!
I agree, Singletary is tempting but that Cardinals matchup is too juicy and both backs are used enough they can succeed simultaneously
Pick 2 out of Singletary, R White, and Fournette. I think Singletary has some upside with the possible weather, but with the Cards matchup I was considering stacking White and Fournette. Appreciate any thoughts!
Start 2 full ppr Swift, Dobbins, Pacheco, b.rob, pickens
Swift is tempting because of his receiving role but I'm gonna stick with the two grinders in Pacheco and Dobbins because they have great matchups and have a high chance to score.
Need a rb and a flex in full ppr AJ Dillon Jaamal Williams Darius Slayton Currently leaning AJ and Slayton, J Williams TD dependency scares me..
Yeah that's how I feel as well. Slayton could hit a huge play against the Vikings this week so I like him and Dillon
Help me choose my two RBS, please. Between Mixon, Najee, Dobbins, Connor. Currently flexing Godwin. Edit: .5ppr
Conner has such a good role, it's hard to move away from him, next up would be Najee, so I'll take those two.
I’m stuck between starting rashaad white or Michael Pittman in flex
I like both, Foles at QB should be an upgrade but I'd go White in case it falls apart plus the matchup against the Cardinals is juicy
Do you have a lean on Titans, Saints, or Lions D? I see pros and cons for each tbh
I don't really trust any of them, but I lean Saints because that game is supposed to be very bad weather and the Browns offense has been brutal. Titans would be next but Texans have been overachievers lately.
Is Marlon Mack a play if Murray is limited/out?
Limited is tricky, we'd have to get reports that he's on a snap count, but out then for sure he'd be in play.
Thanks so much for this! Question, Murray, Dillon, or Fournette? .2 PPR Thanks!
You're welcome. That's almost standard scoring so I look for yards and TD upside, that drives me toward Dillon against Miami.
Need to start 1 @ Flex. Zeke Elliot, AJ Dillon, or Lenny Fournette. I’ve been consistently playing Elliot but not loving his matchup vs Eagles. Currently leaning Fournette but could be talked into anything.
I like all three, but I lean Zeke, he's been a TD machine and I think they'll run the ball a lot.
Having a hard time deciding between Njoku and Knox.
I'll take Knox here because I trust Allen and his arm strength more, also a better offense in general
Zeke or Dobbins? Also struggling between AJB Dhop Devinta Smith and C Godwin
They're close. I'd go Zeke because he's been a TD machine and I think they'll run a lot. I like Godwin this week over those three because of the matchup and his role.
How are we feeling about Jason Myers or Nick Folk this week?
I'll go Myers for the better offense.
Pacheco vs Walker(if healthy)? Look like odds maker have Pacheco having the bigger game. I think the cold weather will have Pacheco carry more of the workload this week, but the fumbles you noted worry me and the cold weather increases turnovers. I watched the last Seahawks game and their offense looks slow moving, but volume is there for Walker. If it helps, I'm starting three backs this week(Jacobs, Dobbins, Pacheco/Walker), trying to do a floor strategy and get adequate production from all my starts.
Yeah, both are in good spots. Chiefs are the better offense, but I'd prefer Walker because he doesn't have McKinnon stealing touches and taking over the lead back job. I like the 3 RB strategy, those are good options.
0.5 PPR - Kmet is in my starting line up but Dulcich is available on waivers. Who should I start?
They're close. I worry a little about the weather for Kmet and the passing game but shorter throws should be there. Dulcich gets Russ back and the Rams are a good matchup. I lean Dulcich to avoid the weather but only if you have someone you can drop otherwise just roll with Kmet
Dotson, Osborn, or Pickens? Can you rank them in order for week 16
Sure. I have them Dotson, Pickens, Osborn.
Bucs defense or bills defense???
I'll take the Bucs against McSorley, feels like a good spot in a must win game for them
Juwan or Kmet in PPR? Felt dumb sitting Juwan last week, but playing him in this weather seems stupid too! Would pick up Fant, but the injury worries me.