Brandin Cooks Not A Safe Play

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks has seen his role increase a bit the last two weeks. It hasn't been anything special, but he did score a touchdown last week. It's a numbers game with the Rams, and Cooks isn't high enough on the pecking order to start against the Arizona Cardinals.

Robert Woods A Solid WR2

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Robert Woods is sixth in fantasy points at the position in point-per-reception leagues the last five weeks. He has been really steady despite only one touchdown on the season. The Arizona Cardinals are a midrange matchup, and Woods is a solid WR2 to play.

Cooper Kupp A Steady WR2 Play

Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp has touchdowns in four straight games. This has been his saving grace, though, because he has averaged five catches for 45.5 yards per contest. He had six grabs for 65 yards and a score earlier this season against the Arizona Cardinals. That's a safe prognostication this week as […]

Malcolm Brown A Possible Flex Play

Los Angeles Rams running back Malcolm Brown could wind up playing a big role in Week 17 against the Arizona Cardinals. Starting running back Todd Gurley has been rumored likely to sit out or not play much, and rookie running back Darrell Henderson (ankle) has been ruled out. Brown hasn't done much of anything the […]

Todd Gurley Too Risky

Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley has been mentioned as a player that could sit out in Week 17 as there is nothing to play for with the team eliminated from the playoffs. The arthritic condition of his knee clearly plagued him for most of the season, and he didn't even practice Friday. The […]

Jared Goff A Super-Risky Play

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff looks like a good play on paper this week, but there is no guarantee he plays the whole game. The team has been eliminated from playoff contention, and there's very little reason to risk their franchise quarterback unless they want him to surpass last year's career high in passing […]

Budda Baker Should Sit

Arizona Cardinals safety Budda Baker has fallen to 38th in fantasy points over the last five weeks. He was a must-start for much of the year, but he just hasn't produced anything but tackles. Those tackles have dwindled of late, and he's a sketchy start against the Los Angeles Rams.

Chandler Jones Worth LB1 Consideration

Arizona Cardinals linebacker Chandler Jones is coming off his second four-sack performance of the season last week. The explosion helped vault him to seventh in fantasy points at the position the last five weeks. The Los Angeles Rams have allowed only five sacks in five weeks, but they are rumored to be resting some starters. […]

Zane Gonzalez Should Sit Out

Arizona Cardinals kicker Zane Gonzalez is 30th in fantasy points the last five weeks after a midseason binge to the top 10. The offense isn't clicking consistently enough to warrant the start against the Los Angeles Rams.

Christian Kirk Not A Great Flex Option

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Christian Kirk has had an up-and-down season. Last week was a downer as he didn't catch a pass. The last time he faced the Los Angeles Rams, he had just three catches for 23 yards. Also, quarterback Kyler Murray (hamstring) is very questionable this weekend. There is too much bad mojo […]

Larry Fitzgerald Worth The Flex Play

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald could be suiting up for his final game as a professional and has been productive at 36 years of age. His numbers don't have a lot of pizzazz, but his 71 catches have kept him serviceable in point-per-reception formats. The Los Angeles Rams are a midrange matchup likely to […]

David Johnson Should Sit In Week 17

Arizona Cardinals running back David Johnson has just 17 touches in the last four games as he has fallen out of favor once the team acquired running back Kenyan Drake. He's not worth starting against the Los Angeles Rams, and there's no point in handcuffing him to Drake any longer. Look for Johnson, who just […]

Kenyan Drake An RB1 In The Finale

Arizona Cardinals running back Kenyan Drake might be one of the best starts at running back in Week 17. His quarterback, Kyler Murray (hamstring), is a game-time decision in what is a meaningless game in a season he has been among the most hit quarterbacks. The Cards will have to lean on Drake, who had […]

Enes Kanter, Daniel Theis Combine For 23 Points During Victory

Neither Enes Kanter nor Daniel Theis has taken command of the Boston Celtics’ center slot this season, but the duo finished with a combined 23 points and 15 rebounds during Friday’s win over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The virtual timeshare that has been employed by head coach Brad Stevens has zapped both men of their fantasy […]

Kevin Porter Jr. Collects 16 Points Off Bench

Cleveland Cavaliers shooting guard/small forward Kevin Porter Jr. finished with 16 points during Friday’s loss to the Boston Celtics, giving him back-to-back games scoring in double figures for the first time in his career. Porter shot 5-for-9 overall, including knocking down one triple, his seventh straight game with exactly one make from long range. After […]

Kevin Love Sinks Season-High Six Triples In 30-Point Effort

Cleveland Cavaliers power forward/center Kevin Love found his groove from long range during Friday’s loss to the Boston Celtics, setting a new season high with six made threes. He utilized his hot shooting to tie his season high in scoring with 30 points, shooting 10-for-16 overall and adding in seven rebounds and four assists without […]

Jayson Tatum Ties Career High With Five Made Triples

Boston Celtics small/power forward Jayson Tatum reached the 30-point mark for the fourth time this season during Friday’s win over the Cleveland Cavaliers, knocking down five threes en route to his impressive scoring output. Tatum finished 11-for-20 from the field overall, having taken at least 17 shots in each of the team’s past six games […]

Jaylen Brown Drops Career-High 34 Points During Win

Boston Celtics shooting guard/small forward Jaylen Brown had the best scoring performance of his young career during Friday’s victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers, utilizing a 13-for-20 shooting outing to log a career-best 34 points in just 29 minutes. Brown knocked down five triples for the second consecutive contest, also adding in nine rebounds and two […]

Rangers The Front-Runners For Nicholas Castellanos

The Texas Rangers appear to be the front-runners to sign outfielder Nicholas Castellanos. The Rangers missed out on signing third baseman Anthony Rendon. The Giants, Reds and Cubs are still in the mix on Castellanos. After adding Corey Kluber, Jordan Lyles and Kyle Gibson to the starting rotation, Texas is now looking for an impact […]

Eli Manning Likely To Retire

New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning will likely retire at the end of this season rather than hold the clipboard again for Daniel Jones. If Manning wants to continue playing, he'll have to do so with another team in 2020, as he's set to become a free agent after this season. If this is indeed […]

Robby Anderson May Be Too Expensive For Jets

New York Jets wide receiver Robby Anderson wants to stay with the team after the 2019 season, but he may have priced himself out of New York's plans after playing much better in recent weeks. Anderson is also going to demand more than $10 million per season over the long term. The fourth-year wideout has […]

Amari Cooper Wants To Stay With Cowboys

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Amari Cooper, who will be a free agent after the season, said he wants to remain with the Cowboys. Cooper could receive the franchise tag in the offseason, but Week 17 against the Redskins could also be his last game with the team if the Eagles beat the Giants. The 25-year-old […]

Odell Beckham Jr. Expected To Play Against Bengals

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (flu), who is listed as questionable for Week 17 against the Bengals, is expected to play on Sunday, according to a source. Even with Beckham also playing through a hernia, he should be good to go for the season finale in Week 17. The 27-year-old has been a […]

Malik Turner Ruled Out Against 49ers

Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Malik Turner (concussion) has been ruled out for Week 17 against the 49ers. Turner has been a non-factor for fantasy owners in 2019 with just 15 receptions on 22 targets for 245 yards and one touchdown in his second season in the NFL. In this run-first offense, it's difficult enough for […]

Charles Clay Questionable Against Rams

Arizona Cardinals tight end Charles Clay (calf) didn't practice all week but is questionable for Week 17 against the Rams. He's certainly on the wrong side of questionable for this one. The 30-year-old has only 18 receptions for 237 yards and a touchdown in 15 games this year, so fantasy owners weren't exactly looking for […]

Karl-Anthony Towns is Questionable Against Cavs

Minnesota Timberwolves center Karl-Anthony Towns (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He's getting closer to a return, but the Wolves are going to wait until he's 100 percent healthy before letting him back on the court. Gorgui Dieng will remain a fantasy option until Towns is ready to play […]

Jabari Parker is Downgraded to Questionable

Atlanta Hawks forward Jabari Parker (shoulder) is downgraded to questionable for Saturday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. He was listed as probable on Thursday, but has been downgraded as game time approaches. John Collins has taken away most of Parker's value, so fantasy owners should begin looking for better fantasy options regardless.

Bradley Beal is Questionable for Saturday

Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal (leg) is questionable for Saturday's game against the New York Knicks. He left Thursday's game against the Pistons in the third quarter and didn't return due to lower leg soreness. The Wizards season isn't going in the right direction and they might decide to rest their star player here. Troy […]

Eric Gordon Suits Up for Practice on Friday

Houston Rockets guard Eric Gordon (knee) was able to practice on Friday and is expected to play in Sunday's game against the New Orleans Pelicans. Gordon underwent right knee surgery in November, but appears ready to return now. Russell Westbrook (knee) is going to sit out on Sunday after playing in Saturday's contest. Gordon wasn't […]

Clint Capela is Doubtful for Saturday

Houston Rockets center Clint Capela (heel) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Brooklyn Nets. He's been dealing with a bruised right heel, but played 41 minutes on Monday. However, Capela only played 29 minutes on Christmas Day, so the Rockets could be attempting to limit him. Tyson Chandler and Isaiah Hartenstein will […]