FanDuel NFL DFS Week 17 Picks: Top Daily Fantasy Lineup Plays Include Brock Purdy, Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, Jonathan Taylor, More

Happy New Year, everyone. Week 17 began with a Thursday night AFC clash between the Browns and Jets. Thanks to another stellar performance from Joe Flacco, Cleveland earned the win to punch their ticket into the postseason for only the second time in over 20 years. Undoubtedly, the Week 17 schedule will feature at least […]

Courtland Sutton Ruled Out For Week 17

Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton (concussion) remains in concussion protocol after missing all three practices this week. He has officially been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Chargers. Denver's offense will find itself shorthanded this weekend with Sutton sidelined and quarterback Russell Wilson benched. Although Jerry Jeudy and Marvin Mims Jr. […]

David Montgomery – Week 17 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: RB3 ANALYSIS: Although usage has been a question week after week for the two-headed monster in Detroit's backfield, the Lions' coaching staff has been consistent in splitting carries between the two running backs. David Montgomery (89 carries and 10 receptions) has out-touched Jahmyr Gibbs (64 carries […]

Michael Mayer Won't Play In Week 17

Las Vegas Raiders rookie tight end Michael Mayer (toe) did not practice this week and has officially been ruled out for Sunday's game versus the Indianapolis Colts. It will be the rookie's second consecutive absence. He has delivered modest production in his first NFL campaign, catching 27 passes for 304 yards and a pair of […]

Amon-Ra St. Brown – Week 17 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in 12+ Team Leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: WR1 ANALYSIS: The Detroit Lions' star wide receiver has proven why he is considered one of the league's best wideouts over the past two weeks. The former USC Trojan has amassed 218 yards, two touchdowns, and 19 receptions on 23 targets. St. Brown has set new […]

Josh Jacobs Doubtful To Play In Week 17

Las Vegas Raiders running back Josh Jacobs (quad) did not practice this week and is officially doubtful to play against the Indianapolis Colts. At this rate, it appears that he will miss his third consecutive game. Fantasy managers can expect Zamir White to operate as the Raiders' top running back with Jacobs sidelined. The 24-year-old […]

Zay Jones Questionable To Face Panthers Sunday

Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Zay Jones (knee, hamstring) was limited in practice all week long and is officially questionable to play against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday. The 28-year-old has seen increased volume ever since Christian Kirk (core) was placed on injured reserve. Over that three-game span, Jones has 30 targets, 15 catches, and 166 […]

Trevor Lawrence Ruled Out, C.J. Beathard To Start Sunday

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (right shoulder) did not practice this week and has officially been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Carolina Panthers. The 24-year-old has completed 65.5 percent of his passes for 3,736 yards, 19 touchdowns, and 14 touchdowns. He has also added 329 yards and four touchdowns on the ground. Lawrence […]

James Cook - Week 17 Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks

BALLER MOVE: Start in all leagues POSITIONAL VALUE: High-end RB2 with low-end RB1 upside ANALYSIS: James Cook produced just seven fantasy points in Week 16 on 20 touches. That came a week after putting up a career-high 36.1 fantasy points in Week 15 vs. the Cowboys. We know the upside is there. Now, in Week […]

Defenses (DEF) to Start in Week 17 (2023): Fantasy Playoffs Streaming Rankings

Fantasy managers who have made it to championship weekend surely have loaded and talented rosters. Picking the correct defense for Week 17 is the final piece of the puzzle. Play it wrong and managers can be left with a zero (or worse) in their lineup. Utilize the waiver wire and find the matchup that benefits […]

JuJu Smith-Schuster Ruled Out For Week 17

New England Patriots wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster (ankle) has been ruled out for Week 17 versus the Buffalo Bills. He'll miss fourth game of the season, including his second in a row. The 27-year-old was the Patriots' prized offseason signing at the wide receiver position but has been a massive disappointment, catching just 29 passes […]

NFL Survivor Pool Picks (Week 17) - Targets and Avoids

Why don't more teams run the ball when going for two? I don't have stats to back it up but it seems every time a team goes for two they throw the ball. Why not run? The Raiders went for two against the Chiefs and got the conversion. Line up with a three or four-receiver […]

Hunter Henry Questionable For Week 17

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (knee) is officially questionable to play against the Buffalo Bills in Week 17. He had been limited in practice all week long after missing his first game of the season last Sunday versus the Denver Broncos. At this point, it appears that Henry will be a game-time decision […]

Jahan Dotson Not A Reliable Starter Against San Francisco

Washington Commanders wide receiver Jahan Dotson is not a player most should rely on heading into a Week 17 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers. In his last three games, the second-year receiver hasn't topped three receptions once while looking like more of a role player for Washington. To make matters worse, starting quarterback Jacoby […]

Al Horford Getting A Rest Day On Friday

Boston Celtics center Al Horford (rest) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Toronto Raptors as he gets a rest day for the second game of a back-to-back. The 37-year-old hasn't been playing both games of back-to-backs to make sure he's as fresh as can be come playoff time. For Friday's game, the […]

Mark Williams Considered Doubtful Again On Friday

Charlotte Hornets center Mark Williams (back) continues to struggle with a lower back contusion. He's been listed as doubtful over the last handful of games and each time he was downgraded to out. He hasn't played since December 8 and this will likely be his tenth consecutive game missed. Nick Richards will remain in the […]

NFL Pick 'Em Pool Picks (Week 17) - Targets, Avoids, Predictions for Pickem Contests

Sixteen weeks down, two to go. Doesn't it seem like just yesterday that Josh Allen gifted a victory to the New York Jets, who had just lost Aaron Rodgers to a season-ending Achilles injury? Each week of the NFL season, I’ll share my picks for each game, and rank the selections for those who play […]

Curtis Samuel A Low-End Flex In Week 17

After a rough outing in Week 16 where he was held to just one catch, Washington Commanders wide receiver Curtis Samuel could have a slightly better performance in Week 17. This week, the Commanders are taking on the San Francisco 49ers. With their ability to stop the run, the 49ers have been more of a […]

Victor Wembanyama Taking The Night Off On Friday

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama (rest) is being told by the team's training staff to take the night off and protect the ankle that he hurt earlier in the week. According to Andrew Lopez of ESPN, this was a team decision to rest him in this game because Wembanyama has expressed that if it […]

Isiah Pacheco Listed As Questionable To Face Bengals

Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco (concussion, shoulder) is officially listed as questionable to play in Week 17 on Sunday versus the visiting Cincinnati Bengals. Pacheco missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday but was able to return to the practice field on Friday. A shoulder injury kept the 24-year-old second-year back out of action […]

Sam Howell A Low-End QB2 If He Starts In Week 17

Even with his mediocre play, Washington Commanders quarterback Sam Howell could have another chance to start this week. Due to starting quarterback Jacoby Brissett (hamstring) being questionable for Week 17, Washington may have to turn back to their former starter against the San Francisco 49ers. Howell has struggled mightily as of late, and the matchup […]

Kendre Miller Has A Chance To Play Against Bucs

New Orleans Saints rookie running back Kendre Miller (ankle) was limited in practice all week and is questionable to play in a huge divisional matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. Meanwhile, lead back Alvin Kamara (illness) came down sick on Friday and is also questionable to play, meaning Jamaal Williams and Swiss Army […]

Bradley Beal Set To Return On Friday Against Hornets

Phoenix Suns guard Bradley Beal (ankle) is reportedly being upgraded to active on Friday night, according to Adrian Wojnarowski. After returning from a battle with back spasms, Beal sprained his ankle against the New York Knicks on Dec. 15. He's missed five games since then, but it seems like his ankle is feeling good enough […]

Jaylen Brown, Jrue Holiday Both Questionable On Friday

Boston Celtics guards Jaylen Brown (back) and Jrue Holiday (elbow) have both been listed as questionable for their Friday night game against the Toronto Raptors. The starting backcourt along with Jayson Tatum (ankle) and Kristaps Porzingis (calf) have all been listed as questionable or doubtful. After making sure they weren't the team to end the […]

Alvin Kamara Questionable With Illness

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (illness) was added to the Week 17 injury report on Friday when he missed practice, and he's now officially questionable to play on Sunday against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in a big divisional clash. Kamara is under the weather heading into the weekend, although he still has a […]

Joey Bosa Not Returning In Week 17

Los Angeles Chargers pass-rusher Joey Bosa (foot), who remains on Injured Reserve due to a foot sprain, will not play in the Week 17 divisional contest against the Denver Broncos. Bosa returned to practice last Thursday but did not play in last Saturday's loss to the Buffalo Bills and won't return this weekend, either. The […]

Jayson Tatum Questionable Against Raptors On Friday

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (ankle) has received a questionable tag ahead of their game against the Toronto Raptors on Friday due to left ankle sprain management. After an overtime battle against the Detroit Pistons on Thursday, the team has listed four of the starting five as either doubtful or questionable. They didn't want to […]

Kristaps Porzingis Not Expected To Play On Friday

Boston Celtics center Kristaps Porzingis (calf) has been tagged as doubtful for their Friday night matchup against the Toronto Raptors. He's listed with left calf injury management, so it seems as though this will just be a rest day of sorts. At the same time, four of the starting five are listed as questionable or […]

Logan Thomas A Low-End Streamer Against 49ers

Washington Commanders tight end Logan Thomas looked like a decent streaming play this week after impressing with Jacoby Brissett (hamstring) at quarterback in Week 16. Unfortunately, his outlook now looks much worse with the recent news of Brissett being ruled questionable for Week 17 after suffering a reported hamstring injury during practice. If the journeyman […]