Marcus Smart On Track To Suit Up For Friday’s Game

Boston Celtics point guard Marcus Smart (illness) has been deemed probable to play in Friday's contest vs. Minnesota after a one-game absence due to an illness. Payton Pritchard stepped into the starting five Wednesday but still saw just limited minutes and now figures to return to his traditional second unit role. Smart has averaged 12.4 […]

Is Jalen Hurts Or Gardner Minshew Starting In Week 16 Fantasy Football?

The Philadelphia Eagles have arguably been the best team in the NFL in 2022. Their quarterback, Jalen Hurts, is currently the clear-cut favorite for league MVP. However, as we head into Week 16 of the season, there is a speed bump in Philadelphia. The star QB is dealing with a sprained right throwing shoulder and […]

Matt Ryan Unlikely To Play Again This Year

The Athletic's Zak Keefer writes that it's unlikely Indianapolis Colts quarterback Matt Ryan will play again this year after being benched for Nick Foles in Week 16 for the Monday night matchup versus the Los Angeles Chargers. Ryan has gone from the team's unquestioned starter, to being benched, then back to being the starter, and […]

Justin Tucker Looks To Bounce Back In Week 16

Baltimore Ravens kicker Justin Tucker had a rough go of it in Week 15 as he went 1-for-3 in field goals for the first time in a couple of seasons. The 33-year-old is still an elite option at kicker and is currently ranked in the top six at his position in terms of fantasy points […]

Eddy Pineiro Should Keep Rolling In Week 16

Carolina Panthers kicker Eddy Pineiro is averaging 12.3 fantasy points per game over his last three contests and will have a great opportunity to stay productive against the Detroit Lions in Week 16. Detroit is scoring at a high level this season but is also allowing 26 points per game. If Carolina can move the […]

Anthony Davis Dealing With Stress Injury In Right Foot

The timeline for a return to action for Los Angeles Lakers center Anthony Davis (foot) appears to have been extended. The team announced Friday that Davis is dealing with a stress injury in his right foot and will be sidelined indefinitely due to the ailment. The eight-time All-Star was reportedly expected to miss at least […]

Jets Non-Committal On Zach Wilson

New York Jets head coach Robert Saleh wouldn't answer if quarterback Zach Wilson would start in Week 17 against the Seattle Seahawks if Mike White (ribs) is unable to play. If White isn't ready to play, the Jets other options are veteran Joe Flacco and practice-squad quarterback Chris Streveler, who replaced the struggling Wilson in […]

Robert Williams III Draws Questionable Tag For Friday’s Game

Boston Celtics center Robert Williams III (illness) has been deemed questionable to suit up for Friday's contest vs. Minnesota due to an illness. Williams made his season debut last week and has since seen capped minutes off the bench for Boston, but his possible absence is not related to the knee ailment that kept him […]

Panthers Defense Not On The Fantasy Radar In Week 16

The Carolina Panthers defense/special teams had a disappointing showing last week against the Pittsburgh Steelers and will face a more difficult opponent in the Detroit Lions in Week 16. With the Lions scoring over 26 points per game, fifth-most in the NFL, it will be difficult to trust the Panthers' defense to slow them down. […]

Cole Kmet Could Struggle In Week 16

Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet will need a touchdown to post a solid fantasy number in Week 16 against the Bills. Kmet does have 25 receptions over his last six games (4.16 per game) but has failed to post 30 or more receiving yards in three of his last four played. His Week 16 […]

Nico Collins Done For The Season

Houston Texans wide receiver Nico Collins (foot) has been placed on Injured Reserve, effectively ending his second season in the NFL. Collins finishes his sophomore campaign with 37 receptions, 481 receiving yards, and two receiving touchdowns. In the context of the lifeless Houston Texans offense, it wasn't a horrible season, but there's obviously plenty of […]

Aaron Donald Ruled Out, Likely Done For The Year

The Los Angeles Rams ruled out defensive tackle Aaron Donald (ankle) for the Week 16 game against the Denver Broncos on Christmas Day on Sunday, according to head coach Sean McVay. It's unlikely that Donald will play again this year. The 31-year-old All-Pro will miss his fourth straight game this weekend and will most likely […]

Should I Pickup and Start Deon Jackson in Week 16? Fantasy Football Outlook

In Week 15 against the Vikings, Colts starting running back Jonathan Taylor injured his ankle on his first touch of the game and did not return. The Colts ended Taylor's season on Tuesday, placing him on injured reserve with a high-ankle sprain. Signed LB Cameron McGrone off of the NE Patriots practice squad, signed RB […]

David Montgomery Carries RB2 Value In Week 16

Chicago Bears running back David Montgomery will face a Bills defense that is allowing the 11th fewest fantasy points to opposing runners heading into Week 16. Montgomery posted two touchdowns last week and over his last four games has four scores while averaging 14.25 carries and 65 rushing yards a game. He will go up […]

Alex Stalock Tends Twine Friday Against Columbus

Chicago Blackhawks goalie Alex Stalock will be in goal Friday against the Blue Jackets. Stalock has played in only seven games this season, sporting a 3-2-1 record. The veteran tender has battled injuries these last few seasons. However, he is a serviceable backup producing a respectable 2.93 goals-against average and a .914 save percentage on […]

Keldon Johnson Will Return To Action Friday

San Antonio Spurs small forward Keldon Johnson (hamstring) has been given the green light to get back on the floor for Friday's game against the Magic. Johnson was previously sidelined the past two contests due to a right hamstring ailment. Prior to going down, the 23-year-old enjoyed a six-game stretch that saw him drop at […]

CeeDee Lamb Faces Tough Matchup Versus Eagles

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb will match up with Darius Slay, James Bradberry, and the fierce Philadelphia Eagles' passing defense in Week 16. The Eagles have allowed the fourth-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers this season, but since Lamb is the No. 7 fantasy receiver at this point in the season, he remains a […]

CJ McCollum Picks Up Questionable Tag For Friday’s Game

New Orleans Pelicans point guard CJ McCollum (calf) has been deemed questionable to suit up for Friday's contest against the Thunder due to a sore right calf. McCollum presumably battled through the ailment Thursday en route to dropping a season-high 40 points as the Pelicans played without Zion Williamson (health and safety protocols) and Brandon […]

Can Justin Fields Produce In Frigid Week 16 Temperatures?

Chicago Bears quarterback Justin Fields will have a tough matchup battling the elements and a stingy Bills defense in Week 16. Buffalo's defense is allowing the fifth fewest fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks this season and only two passers have posted more than 18.5 fantasy points against them all year. Add to that wind-chill temperatures […]

Tony Pollard Remains A Must-Start Against Eagles

Dallas Cowboys running back Tony Pollard has scored the second-most fantasy points among running backs in all formats since Week 10 and remains a must-start against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 16. The strength of the Eagles' defense is its pass rush and secondary, so Dallas could lean on the run more than ever in […]

Zion Williamson Remains Sidelined For Friday’s Game

New Orleans Pelicans power forward Zion Williamson (health and safety protocols) has been ruled out for Friday's contest against the Thunder, marking his second straight absence. Naji Marshall stepped into the starting five Thursday but saw around his traditional workload, not moving the needle on his DFS upside. CJ McCollum reaped the offensive benefits of […]

Jake Oettinger Between The Pipes Against Montreal

Dallas Stars stopper Jake Oettinger gets the nod Friday against Montreal. Oettinger is coming off a 6-3 loss to Edmonton, where he allowed five markers on 33 Oilers shots. The Lakeville, Minnesota native has won three of his last five starts. He picked up a 5-2 win over the Canadiens in their only meeting back […]

Dak Prescott Draws Tough Matchup In Week 16

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is set to face the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 16, a team that has allowed the second-fewest fantasy point to quarterbacks through 15 weeks of the season. Prescott is in the tier of quarterbacks that can deliver in tough matchups, but it's worth noting his upside could be capped by […]

Week 16 Team Defense Rankings for Fantasy Football: Titans DST, Buccaneers DST, Chiefs DST, Eagles DST, Patriots DST

Starting an efficient defense is critical as we enter the final four in many fantasy leagues. With every fantasy manager looking to keep their season going, let's take a look at our updated Week 16 fantasy football defense (D/ST) rankings, as of December 23rd. Our goal is to help you set those winning lineups, so […]

Jake Allen Minds The Crease Friday Against Dallas

Montreal Canadiens goaltender Jake Allen starts Friday against Dallas. Allen is playing in back-to-back games. In the first half of the back-to-back, Allen allowed two goals on 36 shots in a loss to Colorado by a score of 2-1 in overtime. Allen has lost four of his last five outings, and he has struggled at […]

Linus Ullmark Confirmed To Start On Friday

Boston Bruins goalie Linus Ullmark will start Friday against New Jersey. The Bruins played Thursday with Jeremy Swayman between the pipes beating Winnipeg 3-2. Ullmark has been sensational this season, posting an 8-1-1 record and two shutouts. His 1.89 goals-against average is tops in the NHL. He's won 11 of his last 12 starts. Unfortunately […]

NFL DFS Lineup Sleepers for DraftKings, FanDuel - Week 16 Value Picks Include Daniel Jones, D'Andre Swift, DJ Moore, Noah Fant

This week is probably one of the biggest weeks in recent memory that involves the weather severely impacting the outcome of NFL contests. Heavy snow storms are expected throughout much of the country and just about all of the games being played outdoors will be affected. While we can't always predict the weather, it's important […]

Is Colt McCoy Or Trace McSorley Starting In Week 16 Fantasy Football?

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray (knee) is out for the remainder of the 2022 NFL season, so Colt McCoy got the start in Week 16 against the Denver Broncos. However, McCoy got banged up in the second half, putting fourth-year quarterback Trace McSorley in a position to potentially start his first game in the NFL. […]

Wendell Carter Jr. Available To Make His Return On Friday

Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. has been listed as available on the injury report for the team's game on Friday night against the San Antonio Spurs. The 23-year-old has missed the last 17 games for the Magic. His last appearance was on November 18th. Orlando is finally starting to get healthy as they've welcomed […]

John Wall Questionable To Play On Friday Against 76ers

Los Angeles Clippers guard John Wall (ankle) has been given the questionable tag for their Friday night contest against the Philadelphia 76ers. Over the last month or so, Wall has seemed to get a night off after playing three consecutive games. He played in the team's last three games so he now popped up on […]