Rashod Bateman Absent Again on Friday, Not Looking Good for Week 12

Baltimore Ravens wide receiver Rashod Bateman (ankle) was absent from practice on Friday for the third time this week, according to ESPN's Jamison Hensley. Bateman suffered a high-ankle sprain in the Week 10 win over the Minnesota Vikings and did not play in last week's win over the Cleveland Browns. Without being able to practice […]

Lamar Jackson Practicing for Second Straight Day

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (ankle) is practicing for the second straight day on Friday, according to Jamison Hensley of ESPN. Jackson was held out of practice on Wednesday with an ankle injury, but he was a full participant on Thursday and appears to be just fine for the Week 12 matchup this Sunday against […]

Daniel Jones Appears to be Practicing on Friday

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Daniel Jones (calf) appears to be practicing again on Friday, according to Jake Arthur of Locked On Colts. Jones was added to the Week 12 injury report with a calf injury on Thursday and was listed as a limited participant. Although mid-week additions to the injury report typically are cause for alarm, […]

Sam LaPorta Likely to Miss Remainder of 2025 Season

According to Detroit Football Network's Justin Rogers, Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (back) is likely to miss the remainder of the season after successful surgery on his back. The 24-year-old was amid a rebound campaign, posting a 40/489/3 line before sustaining a back injury in their 44-22 win over the Commanders in Week 10. […]

Josh Jacobs "Feeling Pretty Good," Practicing Again on Friday

Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur said that running back Josh Jacobs (knee) is "feeling pretty good" and will practice again on Friday in a limited capacity, according to Matt Schneidman of The Athletic. Jacobs suffered a knee contusion in the Week 11 win over the New York Giants on Sunday and did not […]

Trey Benson Could Suit Up in Week 12

According to head coach Jonathan Gannon, Arizona Cardinals running back Trey Benson (knee) could suit up this weekend for the first time since picking up a meniscus injury in Week 4. "We'll see how he goes today," said Gannon. With the team's backfield at less-than-full health, Arizona could certainly use the 23-year-old back in the […]

Best Week 12 Defense Streamers - Fantasy Football DST Pickups and Starts

With Week 11 in the books, it's time to identify defensive streamers for the Week 12 slate of the regular season. This week, we will spotlight four defensive units that are available in more than 65% of the fantasy leagues that can push for the top-12 upside this week. Who should fantasy managers look to […]

Is Bucky Irving Still The Starter When He Returns?

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (foot, shoulder) continues to work his way back from foot and shoulder injuries that he suffered in his Week 4 game against the Philadelphia Eagles. It's been a very long and frustrating road for fantasy managers who drafted him. He mostly went in the second and third round, […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 12? Jacoby Brissett, Brock Purdy, Matthew Stafford, Daniel Jones, Caleb Williams, Jared Goff, Jordan Love, Sam Darnold, Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes

Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? Some of the most common Week 12 fantasy football lineup decisions involve players like Jacoby Brissett, Brock Purdy, Matthew Stafford, Daniel Jones, Caleb Williams, Jared Goff, Jordan Love, Sam Darnold, Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes. However, don't worry, we are here to help you make these decisions and […]

Jaxson Dart Won't Play Vs. Detroit

New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart (concussion) won't suit up for this Sunday's road outing with the Detroit Lions, according to Ryan Dunleavy of the New York Post. There was some hope that the Ole Miss product would clear concussion protocol ahead of the team's Week 12 matchup. However, he'll miss a second consecutive […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 12? Tyrone Tracy Jr., Tyler Allgeier, Tee Higgins, Bam Knight, Devonta Smith, Tony Pollard, Rashee Rice, Javonte Williams, George Pickens, Sterling Shepard

Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? Some of the most common Week 12 fantasy football lineup decisions involve players like Tyrone Tracy Jr., Tyler Allgeier, Tee Higgins, Bam Knight, DeVonta Smith, Tony Pollard, Rashee Rice, Javonte Williams, George Pickens, Sterling Shepard. However, don't worry, we are here to help you make these decisions […]

Chris Godwin Completes Another Week of Practice

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin (leg) notched another practice session on Friday as he and the team prepare for a Sunday night matchup with the hosting Los Angeles Rams in Week 12. The 29-year-old logged a full practice on Thursday for the first time since Week 5 as he attempts to make his […]

Who Should I Start for Fantasy Football Week 12? Aaron Jones Sr., DK Metcalf, Jauan Jennings, Stefon Diggs, Rashid Shaheed, Rachaad White, Breece Hall, Devin Singletary, A.J. Brown, Jerry Jeudy

Who Should I Start? Who Should I Sit? Some of the most common Week 12 fantasy football lineup decisions involve players like Aaron Jones Sr., DK Metcalf, Jauan Jennings, Stefon Diggs, Rashid Shaheed, Rachaad White, Breece Hall, Devin Singletary, A.J. Brown, Jerry Jeudy. However, don't worry, we are here to help you make these decisions […]

Kimani Vidal to Lose Starting Gig After the Bye?

Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal has been up and down as the team's primary rushing option over the previous few weeks. However, LA's backfield is due for a shift with teammate Omarion Hampton (ankle) working his way back to full health. Consistency has been an issue for Vidal, posting three outings of 95 […]

Marcus Mariota's Playing Time Remains Uncertain Following Week 12 Bye

With Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels (elbow) missing time due to both knee and elbow injuries, backup QB Marcus Mariota has gotten extended playing time in 2025. Across seven games (five starts) this season, the 32-year-old has completed 65.7% of his pass attempts for 1,065 yards, seven touchdowns, and five interceptions. Mariota also brings some […]

Fantasy Football Sleepers, Busts: Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Week 12 - RotoBaller Staff Roundtable

Unfortunately, four more teams are out of action on byes right before the fantasy football playoffs, and managers must dive deeper in the rankings to find one-week streamers and players in plus-matchups to stay in the postseason race. Part of that effort is also knowing which players and matchups to avoid. If you're seeking assistance […]

Week 12 Fantasy Football Busts? Players Who May Disappoint (2025)

As we enter Week 12 of the NFL season, a quick reminder of the wide receivers we are missing this week: Ja'Marr Chase, Malik Nabers, Drake London, Mike Evans, Ladd McConkey, Terry McLaurin, Tyreek Hill, Marvin Harrison Jr., Courtland Sutton, Garrett Wilson, and Jaylen Waddle. That's 10 wide receivers (and Waddle) drafted in the first […]

Calvin Austin III Losing Playing Time in Pittsburgh

Across eight games this season, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III has recorded 22 receptions for 242 yards and two touchdowns on 37 targets. It's been a struggle for the 26-year-old over in recent weeks, as he's hauled in just three catches for 19 yards on eight targets over his last two games. Perhaps […]

5 Fantasy Football Bold Predictions - Frank Ammirante's Week 12 Picks

It's time for Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season. Right around Thanksgiving is when things really start to heat up, where every matchup feels like it means a little more. That's where my Week 12 bold predictions come in. I'm targeting a few fringe players who I believe are in a strong position for […]

Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Week 12 Matchups Analysis (2025)

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to our Week 12 matchups analysis and fantasy football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em picks! If you are new here, this is our main weekly matchups column where we cover all games. We will offer an in-depth analysis of every player in every game. There will be four teams on bye in this pivotal […]

Start/Sit Chart - All Week 12 Fantasy Football Matchups and Player Ratings

Welcome to Week 12 of the NFL season, and to our fantasy football Week 12 start/sit recommendations chart for all player matchups and all games. Today, we'll look at some interesting Week 12 lineup decisions for players like Bam Knight, Parker Washington, Kyle Monangai, and Wan'Dale Robinson-- and how their matchups project for the week. […]

Is Trey Benson Still The Starter When He Returns?

Arizona Cardinals running back Trey Benson (knee) finally returned to practice on Wednesday ahead of Week 12. He's missed every game since Week 4 due to the injury he suffered in that game. We've seen a healthy dose of three running backs in Benson's absence -- Bam Knight, Michael Carter, and Emari Demercado (ankle), to […]

Fantasy Football Drops Before Week 12 - Time To Say Goodbye?

With the full Week 12 slate just hours away, you may need to make some last-minute adjustments to your lineup. With injuries to many key players beginning to pile up, like Josh Jacobs (knee) and Garrett Wilson (knee), managers may need to cut ties with some bench players to fill the lineup. In this week's […]

Booms and Busts - Fantasy Football Starts and Sits for Week 12 Lineups (2025)

Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season is upon us. We continue to move ever closer to the start of the fantasy football playoffs. Lineup decisions do not get any easier this time of year. With so much at stake, and players missing games due to injuries/byes, fantasy gamers must pay close attention to each […]

High-Upside Late-Week Stash Targets: Sneaky Fantasy Football Pickups For Week 12

Targeting high-upside players on the waiver wire can play a major role in your team going on a deep playoff run in the fantasy football playoffs. Last week, I suggested you stash players like Sean Tucker, who was likely the most-acquired player on the waiver wire on Tuesday evening after his monster three-TD performance. Who […]

Rhamondre Stevenson Could Face Limited Workload Upon Eventual Injury Return

Through the first eight weeks of 2025, New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (toe) was his team's RB1, recording 448 scrimmage yards and three touchdowns on 99 touches. However, Stevenson has missed New England's last three contests with a toe injury, opening the door for rookie back TreVeyon Henderson. Henderson has recorded 330 scrimmage […]

Sneaky Starts, Pivot Plays, and Waiver Wire Stashes for Week 12 Fantasy Football (2025)

Four. That is how many teams are on bye this week. There are also a lot of injuries that are leaving fantasy managers' starting lineup a little thin this week. Three. That is how many games are left in your fantasy football regular season. If you are fighting for a playoff spot, every week is […]

NFL Pick 'Em Pool Picks (Week 12) - Targets, Avoids, Predictions for Pick'em Contests (2025)

Welcome back to our NFL Pick'em Pool Picks for Week 12 of the 2025 NFL season. There were multiple exciting games and performances from Week 11, including two of the top matchups coming down to the last play with field goal attempts, with the Broncos walking off the Chiefs 22-19, and the Seahawks coming up […]

Evan Engram Remains Limited to Short-Yardage Role in Denver

Across 10 games this season, Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram has recorded 32 catches for 260 yards and one touchdown on 50 targets. While the 31-year-old's role in the Denver offense as a short-area target has remained fairly stable for most of the 2025 season, he hasn't factored in the red zone and brings […]

Justin Fields Could Remain the Backup in New York for the Rest of 2025

Heading into their Week 12 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, the New York Jets announced that veteran Tyrod Taylor will be taking over for Justin Fields as the team's starting quarterback. The demotion is the next rough patch in what's been a rocky first season in New York for Fields. Across nine games, the 26-year-old […]