Week 12 has blown up with Covid cases, leaving many top commodities on the shelf for the time being. So many talented players not able to suit up this week only means we need to find the best possible players to gain those victories. Nevertheless, there are many we can pull from and create a winning formula that will lead us into the postseason. Follow us as we look at the best to play and sit this week.
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Josh Allen (BUF)
Coming off the bye week and looking to pick up where they left off, the Bills have a great matchup verse the Chargers who will be short handed on the defensive side. Josh Allen will need to manufacture offense without John Brown but should have more than enough to provide another great showing. 300-yards should be the floor this week.
The Raiders Derek Carr has been serviceable this season but has a beauty of a matchup verse the Falcons this week. Having posted five contests over 20-points this season, its highly likely this becomes number six, as they intend to keep this ship rolling. A strong ground game should open the play action pass to exploit the Falcons – a very safe floor is here.
Miles Sanders (PHI)
Generating offense this week should be seen, and for our appetite, most should come form the ground game. The Seahawks have been susceptible to giving up yards in the pass game, which could inflate Miles Sanders numbers with screens and open check downs. We fully expect decent numbers on the ground, but the PPR value is where Sanders should make his money this week.
With the Bills coming off the bye and for sure having a plan to get this run game going, we could see a much greater role for rookie Zach Moss moving forward. At this point it is difficult to trust Moss in any format but the opportunity to be the lead back is on the docket. With how many backs not playing this week – Moss is a decent play, that could find a bigger role down the stretch.
With the injury to Rex Burkhead, this opens the door for James White to return to form and be that weekly flex option. Thus far, the Patriots have used Burkhead and White in a split in the pass game but that should all change, starting this week. Cam Newton isn’t averse to throwing to running backs and White is shaping up to be that trusted source once again.
Robby Anderson (CAR)
The likeliest of situations for the Panthers offense is to continue to feed Robby Anderson, especially with Teddy Bridgewater back behind center. Bridgewater has consistently supported Anderson this season and facing the Vikings leaky pass defense is music to our ears. Exploiting the deep pass should be a common occurrence leaving Anderson a safe bet.
The Giants Darius Slayton is the best pass catcher on the club but has seen levels of dismay based on the play of his quarterback. Facing the Bengals defense that has played better this season overall, the opportunity for more possessions is at the forefront without Joe Burrow on the opposite side. Slayton has a great opportunity to have a massive day and find the endzone at least once.
Playing receivers against the Falcons defense has been a common thread this season, and again that will be the case. Nelson Agholor has improved his overall level of play this season and has formed great chemistry with Derek Carr. There is the possibility of a down week based on his trends, but the potential is very high to see this man find the endzone yet again. Flex play all day.
Hunter Henry (LAC)
Over the past couple contests, the Chargers have realized that integrating their star tight end is a positive thing. Hunter Henry wasn’t utilized in the redzone whatsoever to begin the season but is now becoming a primary target. Facing the Bills who struggle on the best of days to strop the position – Henry is prime to have a great show.
Carson Wentz (PHI)
At this point, it is impossible to trust the Eagles Carson Wentz no matter the matchup on the docket. The offensive line is in shambles which has limited the overall output. Adding to that, Wentz has done himself no favors with his high level of mistakes. Until we see a change, Wentz needs to remain on the bench.
This is more of a cautionary sit over a must sit this week. The Titans played horribly the last time they faced the Colts (week 10) leaving Ryan Tannehill securing under 12-points. With the rematch being very quick and a much-needed victory, we could witness Tannehill play much better in this one. However, with so many sound matchups for quarterbacks this week – there are better options. We’ll play it safe here and keep him on the bench.
Melvin Gordon (DEN)
Even as Melvin Gordon had a nice bounce back last week, he will fall back down to earth against the tough Saints front seven. Denver is at a grave disadvantage in this contest when it comes to generating offense – and we for one aren’t willing to take this chance. We completely understand if you have no other option this week but don’t be shocked if he posts a dud.
The 49ers Jerick McKinnon is a cautionary sit this week based on the potential for Raheem Mostert and Tevin Coleman suiting back up. If both his teammates do find their way back to the field, McKinnon would be relegated to a lesser role limiting his output. PPR earnings are viable every week, but we need to see them all co-exist again like at the start of the season before we endorse.
This may come as a surprise based on the matchup forthcoming, but we can’t support David Montgomery in any fashion. While the Packers give up the most yards on the ground, the Bears will have to play Mitchell Trubisky this week which will bring with it, its own potential issues. The floor is somewhat safe to generate 10-points, however, seeing an explosion isn’t in the cards. It may be a risk to sit but we don’t trust Monty at this point.
Tee Higgins (CIN)
The caution is real as we fear this could be a massive bust for this supremely talented rookie. With Brandon Allen now the starting quarterback for the Bengals – the expectations for good performances is incredibly low. While Higgins is that talented, he could make any passer look better than he is, we would like to witness proof before we preach plugging Higgins back in your lineups.
The last time the Titans faced the Colts, Corey Davis was the leading receiver as AJ Brown had his struggles. This week should see the opposite as the integration of Brown will be the focal point leaving Davis the be the afterthought. While there is opportunity to see Davis have a safe floor, the overall burst could be limited. We’ll play it safe here and sit Davis this week.
The Broncos haven’t been the revelation we expected on the offensive side this season and Jerry Jeudy is taking longer to develop than we expected. Filled with skill and ability which will showcase as contests continue to move – this won’t be the game to plug him into our lineups. Tim Patrick has seen greater chemistry with Drew Lock and will likely be the same against a tough Saints defense.
Jared Cook (NO)
With Taysom Hill now the starter until Drew Brees returns to the field, Jared Cook wasn’t even looked at last week and we fear that will again be the case in week 12. Cook has seen a good share of targets, especially in the redzone, but for how coach Sean Payton plans to use Hill – Cook will again be the afterthought. We are totally fine placing Cook on the bench until further notice.
Teddy Bridgewater (CAR)
Can you say revenge game!!! Teddy Bridgewater goes back to where it all started and believe you me – he wants to prove everything to his former club. Never discount the human factor of players returning to their old stomping grounds to put up a show. While that knee may not be 100%, Teddy could be in for an extraordinarily strong day.
This is the first time we have placed the Giants Daniel Jones on a start list of any sort this season, but the potential for a mammoth contest is on the horizon. Facing the Bengals without Joe Burrow will provide more opportunity to get the ball in his hands. Facing a defense that is subpar in the best of times, so long as Jones takes care of the ball – this could be a very good day.
Derrick Henry (TEN)
Highlighting big day players is part of the game here and the Titans Derrick Henry is about to show the world again, he loves the fourth quarter of the season. With how the Colts played the Titans in week 10, Henry wasn’t the dominating force but still provided 100-yards. With DeForest Buckner not suiting up for this contest – the flood gates will open much more, and Henry will gallop free with a plan to run heavy. 20-points isn’t out of the question to be his floor.
Over the past four contests, Wayne Gallman has literally been fantastic. Gallman has scored a whopping 61.5 full PPR points in that span and has a glorious matchup against the Bengals this week. With the Giants playing better in terms of fantasy producers, how can anyone go away from this back? Another strong day is on the horizon with the potential of being in the top five category this week.
With news that the Falcons Todd Gurley will not play in this contest, Brain Hill gets an automatic lift into our lineups. Hill is more than serviceable and has the ability in this offense to be leaned upon to do damage. While the floor could be unsafe, the potential outcomes are gleaming if the Falcons can move on the offensive side. We’ve seen Hill explode in the past in a feature role and verse the Raiders shotty run defense – it could be glorious.
Travis Fulgham (PHI)
This has become a massive risk for the fantasy community over the past couple weeks and we truly don’t know if glory will come to pass. However, the Eagles will have to generate offense this week and facing the Hawks weaker pass defense – Fulgham could get back on track in a noticeably big way. PPR top end points should be seen, as they get back to feeding the surprise revelation. The floor is low, but touchdown upside is here in a great matchup.
The return of Sam Darnold brings a lot of positives to this Jets receiving core and that means more Jamison Crowder. Being that PPR beast on most weeks – he has seen a sidestep recently. While it appears the Jets finally have all their horses ready to go from the receiver room which could limit Crowder’s upside – we believe the lesser coverage will open the door for a massive earning day.
The loss of John Brown this week again opens the door for Gabriel Davis to prove he is in the conversation of being a top commodity from this past heavy wide receiver draft class. Davis has filled in well when given the opportunity and should have a boat load of plays directed to his side. While he could put up a dud, the Bills have a keen plan to use him in redzone situations. Risk to reward is here!
Kyle Rudolph (MIN)
With Adam Thielen not being able to suit up in this contest due to Covid – Kyle Rudolph receives a massive uptick in potential usage. Rudolph has been Mr. Consistent throughout his career and will be leaned upon to eat the short yardage passes this week. Don’t be surprised to witness a touchdown reception come his way, with a season high in points forthcoming.
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