November 27, 2025
Tennessee Titans rookie tight end
Gunnar Helm posted his best game of the season in Week 12 against the Seattle Seahawks, recording six receptions for 51 yards on seven targets. Helm had the most catches in receiving yards for the Titans on the day and tied fellow rookie
Chimere Dike for the lead in targets. The rookie tight end's role in the offense has slowly been increasing as the season has gone along, with two of his three highest snap shares of the season coming in the past two weeks after their Week 10 bye. Helm and veteran tight end
Chig Okonkwo have played the same number of snaps in the past two games, with the rookie out-producing him. Helm is a young player to consider adding as a TE2 in deeper leagues for Week 13 against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
--Kyle McCarthySource: RotoBaller
November 27, 2025
Denver Broncos rookie running back
R.J. Harvey played a season-high 60.7% of the snaps in Week 11 against the Kansas City Chiefs, but had underwhelming production with 11 carries for 30 yards to go with three receptions (three targets) for 20 yards as a receiver. In the first game without
J.K. Dobbins (foot), the rookie second-rounder handled the bulk of the running back touches, which bodes well for his rest of season outlook. Jaleel McLaughin's involvement near the goal line could limit the upside as he took two of the three carries inside the 10 and scored a touchdown against the Chiefs, but we'll need to see more than one game to determine that. Harvey has the explosiveness and receiving ability to be impactful in fantasy down the stretch, and he gets a prime matchup in Week 13 against the Washington Commanders.
--Kyle McCarthySource: RotoBaller
November 27, 2025
Buffalo Bills wide receiver
Khalil Shakir posted his best game of the season in Week 12's loss to the Houston Texans, catching eight of 10 targets for 110 yards. It was the most receptions of the season for Shakir and his first 100+ yard game since Week 14 of last season. The 25-year-old bounced back after recording negative three receiving yards in Week 11 against Tampa Bay despite Buffalo scoring 44 points. Shakir should continue to operate as the team's top wideout in Week 13 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He ranks as RotoBaller's WR26 in PPR formats.
--Kyle McCarthySource: RotoBaller
November 27, 2025
Green Bay Packers running back
Josh Jacobs (knee) will play on Thanksgiving against the Detroit Lions and feels close to 100%, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Jacobs suffered a bone bruise in his knee in Green Bay's win over the New York Giants in Week 11 and was close to suiting up in Week 12, but with a second game coming up on Thursday, the team held him out, and he should be a full go against the Lions.
Emanuel Wilson filled in admirably for the 27-year-old last week, handling 28 carries for 107 yards and two touchdowns, but he will return to backup duties with Jacobs back. Jacobs had scored nine touchdowns in his last six games before exiting early against the Giants, and fantasy managers will be happy to plug him back into their lineups in Week 13.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Ian Rapoport
November 27, 2025
New York Giants wide receiver
Wan'Dale Robinson has been a target machine this season, recording 66 receptions for 794 yards and three touchdowns on 102 targets in 11 games. Robinson is one of just seven players with over 100 targets this season. The 24-year-old just posted a career high 156 receiving yards in New York's Week 12 overtime loss to the Detroit Lions, racking up 30.6 PPR points and finishing as the WR2 on the week. The 2022 second-round pick is having a career year and is showing improved per catch efficiency with 12 yards per reception after averaging 8.2 over the first three seasons of his career. Robinson is the clear No. 1 target for the Giants with little competition behind him, and he should remain productive in Week 13 against the New England Patriots, whether
Jameis Winston makes his third straight start or
Jaxson Dart (concussion) returns.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Pro Football Reference
November 27, 2025
Denver Broncos running back
Jaleel McLaughlin totaled just six offensive snaps and one carry all season before Week 11 against the Kansas City Chiefs. McLaughlin played just eight offensive snaps in the game, but handled six carries for 19 yards and a touchdown while adding one catch (one target) for negative five yards. Rookie
R.J. Harvey operated as the clear lead back, playing 60.7% of the snaps and recording 14 touches, but McLaughlin outcarried him two to one inside the 10-yard line and found the end zone. Head coach Sean Payton praised the 25-year-old after the game and said that he will be "important down the stretch." With
J.K. Dobbins (foot) likely out for the year and
Tyler Badie mostly operating on passing downs, McLaughlin should play a key role in Denver's backfield for the remainder of the season and could be the preferred goal-line option, giving him value in deeper leagues.
--Kyle McCarthySource: RotoBaller
November 27, 2025
Chicago Bears rookie running back
Kyle Monangai out-snapped
D'Andre Swift 34 to 26 in Week 12's win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Monangai finished with 12 carries for 48 yards and a touchdown in the game, while Swift had eight carries for 15 yards with one reception (one target) for 14 yards. That decision was impacted by Swift losing a fumble, but it could lead to more opportunities for Monangai in future weeks. It was the first game all season where the rookie seventh-rounder played more snaps than Swift, with both players active. Monangai seemingly has the upper hand in goal-line work as well, recording a team-high five carries inside the 10-yard line over the past three weeks and finding the end zone in three straight games. He carries FLEX value with solid touchdown upside for Black Friday's matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles.
--Kyle McCarthySource: RotoBaller
November 27, 2025
Miami Dolphins tight end
Darren Waller (pectoral) suffered a pectoral injury during Week 7's loss to the Cleveland Browns and was placed on Injured Reserve, but he had his 21-day practice window opened this week. Waller was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice, and it's possible that he could play in Week 13 against the New Orleans Saints, though it's more likely that he will need more time. The 33-year-old was impactful in four games for the Dolphins this season, catching 10 of his 12 targets for 117 yards and four touchdowns. The veteran tight end's status will be updated on Thursday and Friday. If Waller isn't activated from IR,
Greg Dulcich will remain Miami's top tight end option for Week 13.
--Kyle McCarthySource: RotoBaller
November 27, 2025
Ottawa Senators forward Brady Tkachuk (thumb) is set to return to action on Friday against the St. Louis Blues. The Senators captain announced his plan to return on the "Wingmen" podcast, which he co-hosts with his brother, Matthews Tkachuk (groin) of the Florida Panthers. "We have to check some boxes but everything looks good for Friday," Tkachuk said. Tkachuk underwent thumb surgery on Oct. 16 after making only three appearances this season. On Friday, Tkachuk is likely to land straight back on the top line and the first power-play unit.
--Taavi PailkSource: Sportsnet
November 27, 2025
Florida Panthers winger Matthew Tkachuk (groin) has resumed skating but is still without a set timeline for his return. Tkachuk provided the update on the "Wingmen" podcast, which he co-hosts with his brother, Brady Tkachuk (thumb) of the Ottawa Senators. Before the start of the season, Panthers general manager Bill Zito announced that Tkachuk will be out until "December-ish." Despite being without Tkachuk and Aleksander Barkov (knee), the Panthers have remained competitive, averaging over 3 goals per game (3.09). Veteran Brad Marchand is playing out of his skin and is currently on track to record his second career 90-point season.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
November 27, 2025
Washington Capitals defenseman Jakob Chychrun scored the second goal in Wednesday's 4-3 victory over the Winnipeg Jets to push his point streak to nine games. It's the current longest active point streak in the league. Additionally, Chychrun holds a four-game goal streak, becoming only the second Capitals blue-liner in 25 years to score in four consecutive games. Chychrun has finished three of his last five appearances with multiple points. This has boosted his tally for the season to 22 points (nine goals, 13 assists) with 24 games played, which places Chychrun tied for third among defensemen in scoring. Chychrun has been in sensational form this month and can match a franchise record for the longest point streak by a defenseman in Friday's meeting with the Toronto Maple Leafs.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
November 27, 2025
Boston Bruins winger Matej Blumel (lower body) is expected to be out for "a bit" after he was hurt during Wednesday's 3-1 victory over the New York Islanders, Conor Ryan of The Boston Globe reports. Blumel played only a couple of minutes in the contest, exiting with a lower-body injury. The Czech forward has recently held a top-line spot but is still looking for his first points of the season after making four appearances. Before he made his season debut earlier this month, Blumel averaged a point per game in the AHL. Tanner Jeannot, who posted the game-winning goal on Wednesday, might slot into the top six until Blumel returns.
--Taavi PailkSource: Conor Ryan
November 27, 2025
Minnesota Wild left wing Marcus Foligno (lower body) missed the third period and overtime in Wednesday's win over the Chicago Blackhawks. He dished out three hits in 7:28 of ice time before leaving the game with a lower-body injury. After 23 appearances, Foligno has failed to score with 21 shots and has only two assists. However, he ranks 11th in the league with 77 hits. Hunter Haight could make his third appearance of the season if Foligno isn't available on Friday against the Colorado Avalanche. The 21-year-old is not expected to make a significant fantasy impact.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
November 27, 2025
Seattle Kraken forward Jaden Schwartz (lower body) was injured late in the second period during Wednesday's matchup against the Dallas Stars. On Wednesday, the Kraken had Jared McCann back in the lineup, but the team lost another key forward in Schwartz. The 33-year-old veteran is Seattle's leading scorer, having amassed 15 points (eight goals, seven assists) in 23 games. Seattle is likely to bring Jani Nyman back into the lineup if Schwartz misses time due to his injury. McCann, who had one assist in Wednesday's 3-2 loss, could be Schwartz's replacement in the top six.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
November 27, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers forward/center
Trendon Watford (adductor) will be re-evaluated in two weeks, Noah Levick of NBC Sports Philadelphia reports. The 25-year-old was diagnosed with a left adductor strain after he made an early exit against the Orlando Magic on Tuesday night. Watford has done a solid job for the 76ers this season, averaging 8.9 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 3.6 assists in 20.4 minutes.
Jabari Walker,
Justin Edwards, and
Dominick Barlow could get a boost in playing time while Watford recovers from his injury. The latter two started on Tuesday night, but they may find themselves back in the second unit when
VJ Edgecombe (calf) and
Paul George (knee) return. Both players practiced on Wednesday.
--Taavi PailkSource: Noah Levick
November 27, 2025
Chicago Bears rookie tight end
Colston Loveland hauled in four of five targets for 49 yards and a touchdown in the 31-28 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Loveland has emerged as a key contributor in this Bears' passing attack, totaling 40 or more yards in four straight weeks. However, veteran
Cole Kmet remains a factor, splitting the snaps evenly in Week 12 (65%). While Loveland is showcasing his potential, the Bears are the fifth-most run-heavy team in the NFL, and have seven receivers who have 195 yards or more on the season. Loveland faces a tough matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles, who have allowed the second-fewest fantasy points to tight ends this season. With a crowded receiving room and a tough matchup, Loveland is a risky start in Week 13.
--Nathan HarveySource: Pro Football Reference
November 27, 2025
Chicago Bears wide receiver
Luther Burden III showed explosiveness in Week 12, totaling 61 yards on four total touches in the 31-28 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Burden has emerged in recent weeks, playing more snaps than
Olamide Zaccheaus in the last two weeks. While the second round selection has showcased his untapped potential in 2025, he still sits behind
Rome Odunze,
D.J. Moore, and tight end
Colston Loveland in the line for targets. Not only is his target competition stiff, but the Bears have been one of the most run-heavy teams in the NFL, ranking fifth in the NFL in rush attempts this season. The Bears face the defending champion Philadelphia Eagles in Week 13, who have struggled more this season than expected. Burden remains a bench stash for now, as his fantasy value hopes to grow later in the season.
--Nathan HarveySource: Pro Football Reference
November 27, 2025
Chicago Bears wide receiver
D.J. Moore was able to find the endzone twice in Week 12, totaling 64 yards on five receptions in the 31-28 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Despite his strong showing against Pittsburgh, Week 12 marked just his second game of the season with seven or more targets in a game. Whether it's due to the emergence of
Rome Odunze,
Luther Burden III, and
Colston Loveland or the strong workload given to the run game, Moore is a risky option for fantasy managers moving forward. The Eagles host the Bears this weekend, and their secondary has given up the 10th most yards to wide receivers in 2025. Despite the ideal matchup, Moore is a FLEX play at best in Week 13.
--Nathan HarveySource: Pro Football Reference
November 27, 2025
Chicago Bears wide receiver
Rome Odunze has been very inconsistent and outright untrustworthy in recent weeks. Since the bye in Week 5, Odunze has had fewer than four receptions and 55 yards in five of his last seven games and has only caught one touchdown during that span. Odunze is averaging just 9.1 fantasy points per game since Week 6, on track to finish as the WR51 in that timeframe. The second-year receiver will look to bounce back against the Philadelphia Eagles, who have allowed the 10th most receiving yards in 2025. While Odunze still offers WR3 value in Week 13, without consistent usage in this Ben Johnson offense, Odunze will remain volatile in fantasy.
--Nathan HarveySource: Pro Football Reference
November 27, 2025
Chicago Bears rookie running back
Kyle Monangai has found the endzone in three straight weeks, as he continues to carve out a role in this Bears' backfield. In Week 12, Monangai had 12 carries for 48 yards and a touchdown in the 31-28 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Monangai surpassed Swift in both usage and snap share, playing 57% of the snaps compared to Swift's 43%. Even though those numbers were inflated due to a costly fumble by Swift, it will be an interesting storyline to watch in Week 13 against the Philadelphia Eagles. This Eagles run defense has been middle-of-the-pack against running backs this season, regressing from their top-tier rank in 2024. Monangai offers FLEX value in Week 13, whose fantasy value likely hinges on whether the rookie can find the end zone for a fourth consecutive game.
--Nathan HarveySource: Pro Football Reference
November 27, 2025
Toronto Raptors guard/forward
Gradey Dick (head) made an early exit against the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday after taking a hard fall. Late in the first quarter, Dick hit the back of his head on the floor while attempting to go for an offensive rebound. Dick has had a tough season, averaging only 6.8 points in 16.1 minutes per game. Toronto has also just lost
RJ Barrett (knee) from the rotation, giving
Ja'Kobe Walter's fantasy stock a major boost. Players like
Jamison Battle and
Ochai Agbaji may also log additional playing time if Dick misses time.
--Taavi PailkSource: Sportsnet
November 27, 2025
Chicago Bears running back
D'Andre Swift had his worst game of the 2025 season in Week 12, handling just eight carries for 15 yards. Swift's role plummeted last week, as a costly fumble cut his snaps and his role against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Swift dropped from a consistent 60%+ snap player to playing under 43% of the snaps, trailing rookie running back
Kyle Monangai, who played 57%. This week will be telling to see if Swift loses or returns to his normal starting role in Week 13. The Bears face the Philadelphia Eagles, who have regressed from the league's best run defense in 2024 to a middle-of-the-pack defense in 2025. However, with Monangai continuing to carve a role, Swift is more of a FLEX play in Week 13, rather than a locked-in starter.
--Nathan HarveySource: Pro Football Reference
November 27, 2025
Chicago Bears quarterback
Caleb Williams is hoping to lead the Bears to their ninth win in their last 10 games when they face the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 13. Williams has ascended in his second season, completing 213 of 360 passes for 2568 yards, with 16 touchdowns and four interceptions in 11 games. Williams has also improved his rushing production in 2025, totaling 293 yards and three touchdowns on 56 carries. The 2024 first-overall pick is averaging 19.7 fantasy points per game, which puts him on pace to finish as the QB8 in fantasy this season. Philadelphia's pass defense has been middle of the pack this season, but has improved since acquiring Jaelan Phillips at the trade deadline. The key will be if Williams can play mistake-free football, as fantasy managers can feel comfortable starting him in Week 13.
--Nathan HarveySource: Pro Football Reference
November 27, 2025
Toronto Raptors guard/forward
RJ Barrett (knee) has no structural damage in his right knee and will be re-evaluated in one week. The Canadian star hurt his knee in Sunday's win over the Brooklyn Nets. He has missed two contests due to the injury. Since Barrett's exit from the lineup,
Ja'Kobe Walter's workload has significantly increased, and he started on Monday night against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Toronto went with
Collin Murray-Boyles in the starting unit in Wednesday's win over the Indiana Pacers, but Walter still logged 32 minutes of action. He was more effective coming off the bench, scoring 13 points while picking up four rebounds and two steals.
--Taavi PailkSource: TSN
November 27, 2025
Dallas Mavericks forward/center
Anthony Davis (calf) will likely make his return to action during the team's upcoming back-to-back set against the Los Angeles Lakers and Los Angeles Clippers. "You know what game I want to play, but we'll see," Davis said following Wednesday's practice. "Obviously, I would like to (play against the Lakers). But at the end of the day the main thing is to just be on the floor whether it's Friday or Saturday." Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd told reporters that Davis did a "really good job" in practice. Dallas is expected to list Davis as questionable for Friday's matchup against the Lakers. Due to a calf injury, Davis has not played this month and may have a minutes restriction upon his return, limiting his fantasy potential.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA.com
November 27, 2025
Golden State Warriors guard/forward
Gary Payton II (ankle) was limited to five minutes of action on Wednesday against the Houston Rockets. The veteran sprained his left ankle during the first half. Golden State also lost
Stephen Curry (quadriceps) on Wednesday night, meaning the rotation could look very different in Saturday's contest against the New Orleans Pelicans. Payton II has averaged 11.1 minutes per game across the season, posting 3.1 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 1.5 assists. If Payton II misses time,
Pat Spencer and
Gui Santos may receive more playing time off the bench, although they are not significant contributors in fantasy basketball.
--Taavi PailkSource: Golden State Warriors PR
November 27, 2025
Golden State Warriors point guard
Stephen Curry has been diagnosed with a quadriceps contusion and is set to undergo an MRI. Curry was hurt while attempting to draw a charge on
Amen Thompson in Wednesday's 104-100 loss to the Houston Rockets, causing him to miss the end of the game. While Warriors head coach Steve Kerr was relieved after the game that Curry didn't suffer an ankle or a knee injury, he might still have to miss time. The Warriors get back to work on Saturday night against the New Orleans Pelicans. Curry's exit from the lineup would boost
Jimmy Butler III's usage rate, while players like
Brandin Podziemski and
Moses Moody may also benefit.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
November 27, 2025
The Philadelphia Eagles defense/special teams unit looked great for most of their last game against the Cowboys, keeping them from scoring at all until the dying seconds of the first half and then holding them off again for almost all of the third quarter until they started crumbling. However, despite giving up 24 points, Philly still forced Dallas into a sack and two turnovers. This week, the Bears come into town boasting the eighth-highest scoring offense this season, averaging 26.3 points per game. Chicago is also tied for the third-fewest giveaways this year, turning the ball over just eight times in 11 games. But the Bears have been aided by a favorable schedule, and this Philly defense is legit, no matter their opponent. Despite the numbers being against them, the Eagles are still an enticing option this week for the D/ST slot.
--Ricky Maloney - RotoBallerSource: ESPN
November 27, 2025
Philadelphia Eagles kicker
Jake Elliott just gave fantasy managers whiplash, going from his highest-volume performance of the season in Week 11 to missing his lone field goal attempt in Week 12. Elliott will kick at home in his upcoming game against the Bears, who give up the sixth-most points per game (26.5) in the NFL this season. While Chicago's defense should allow for plenty of scoring opportunities for Philly, Elliott has gotten just 14 tries at field goals this year and missed three of them. He isn't given consistent chances and isn't exactly automatic when his number is finally called. There are better kickers to roster in Week 13.
--Ricky Maloney - RotoBallerSource: RotoBaller
November 27, 2025
Philadelphia Eagles tight end
Dallas Goedert let down once again last week, tallying his fifth straight performance with fewer than 50 yards. In fact, Goedert has only eclipsed that number once this season-in Week 6 when he finished with 110 yards. His once-remarkable touchdown streak now feels like a distant memory as he has failed to find the end zone in three consecutive games. What's also concerning is his lack of targets; Goedert has recorded three or fewer looks in three of his last five outings. He has become a rather untrustworthy player lately, so it's difficult to be optimistic about him this week, even against a Bears defense giving up the seventh-most fantasy points to tight ends. Goedert has some work to do to be considered elite again, and for now is only valuable if he starts seeing more red zone work. He's a high-risk, high-reward TE2 in Week 13.
--Ricky Maloney - RotoBallerSource: RotoBaller
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