Titans Defense has Streaming Appeal in Favorable Week 14 Matchup
The Tennessee Titans defense hasn't been one to target in fantasy football this season, as they've allowed the fourth most points per game (27.3) and the ninth most yards (345.8). They are consistently put in tough spots by their offense's inability to move the ball. However, they're an interesting option to consider in Week 14 as they face rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders and the Cleveland Browns. The Browns' offense has been one of the worst in the league all season and hasn't been any better recently with Sanders under center. The rookie fifth-rounder has turned it over in two of his three games played while taking six sacks. In a matchup expected to feature cold and windy conditions with the lowest projected point total of the week at just 33.5 points, the Titans' defense is worth considering as a streaming option in Week 14.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Tee Higgins Looking for a Strong Showing After Missing Week 13
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins (concussion) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Fortunately, he was a full participant in the following two sessions and doesn't carry an injury designation for Sunday's meeting with the Buffalo Bills. The wideout had been on a roll heading into the Week 12 loss to the Patriots, catching at least one touchdown in his previous four appearances. However, after taking a hit during that contests, he didn't suit up for the Week 13 win over the Ravens. With Joe Burrow recently back on the field after missing over two months, Higgins will have one of the best quarterbacks in the National Football League at his disposal. Hopefully, that will remain the case moving ahead. Although Higgins can be streaky, his ceiling may be a bit higher in Week 14, considering Sunday's contest is anticipated to feature plenty of scoring from both sides. Get the 2020 No. 33 overall pick back in the lineup in all fantasy formats.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Omarion Hampton Activated From IR, Faces Uncertain Workload Monday Night
Los Angeles Chargers rookie running back Omarion Hampton has been activated off IR and is set to return to the field for Monday night's game against the Philadelphia Eagles after missing seven games with a fractured ankle. Before the injury, Hampton was impressive, averaging 4.8 YPC across five games. The matchup is favorable, as the Eagles' rush defense was just gashed for 281 yards and may be without defensive tackle Jalen Carter. With quarterback Justin Herbert questionable, this game is likely to be a run-heavy contest favored by Offensive Coordinator Greg Roman. However, with Kimani Vidal having impressed and Hassan Haskins (hamstring) also in the mix, the Chargers are likely to ease Hampton back in and limit his carries. He should not be relied upon as a bell-cow in his first game back and is best viewed as a low-end RB2 due to the uncertainty around his workload.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Kimani Vidal's Touches Expected to Decrease on Monday Night
Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal is about to face a major change in his workload after a strong performance last week, where he had 25 carries for 126 yards and a touchdown against the Las Vegas Raiders. The ground game was heavily relied on after quarterback Justin Herbert fractured his hand, but rookie Omarion Hampton (ankle) has been activated from IR and is expected to return this week, with Hassan Haskins (hamstring) also practicing. Vidal now must compete again in a crowded backfield. The matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles looks promising, as they are a middle-ranked rush defense that was just run over for 281 yards on the ground by the Chicago Bears, and the likely absence of defensive tackle Jalen Carter further helps Vidal's case. RotoBaller projects Vidal as RB34 for this week. Due to the uncertain workload split with Hampton's return, Vidal should be considered a risky low-end RB3, as he is not assured of the majority of carries he had last week.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Ja'Marr Chase Looking to Keep Cincinnati on the Winning Path Versus Buffalo
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase didn't find the end zone in the win over the Ravens in Week 13. However, the wideout still finished with seven catches for 110 yards while being targeted 14 times. Tee Higgins (concussion) wasn't available for that one, so Chase had to pick up most of the slack in Joe Burrow's first game in over two months. With Higgins back for the Week 14 showdown with the Buffalo Bills, the 25-year-old will presumably see less attention on the receiving end. Still, there should be more than enough opportunities for Chase to finish as a top fantasy producer in a contest that could feature plenty of offense from both sides, assuming the weather in Buffalo cooperates.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Joe Burrow Could Play Even Better in Week 14 After Shaking Off Residual Rust
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow returned in the Week 13 win over the Baltimore Ravens. The signal-caller had trouble completing his throws (24-for-46). However, he still tossed for 261 yards and two touchdowns. While Burrow only had eight yards off three carries, he looked good from a mobility standpoint, which was certainly refreshing for fantasy managers. With the Bengals coming off a much-needed victory, snapping a four-game skid, they will look to remain on the winning path by taking down the Bills in Week 14. Fortunately, Burrow will have Tee Higgins (concussion) back in the lineup after a one-game absence. The former LSU Tiger also likely got rid of any residual rust caused by the lengthy stint on the shelf. As such, he should (in theory) improve as it pertains to his completion percentage, considering he's historically been an accurate passer. Although the weather in Buffalo can be a concern at this point in the season, it doesn't appear as if it will be a significant issue. All things considered, Burrow is a must-start, especially with Sunday's contest projected to be the highest-scoring game of the Week.
Source: ESPN
Source: ESPN
Van Jefferson Tough to Trust in Difficult Week 14 Matchup
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Van Jefferson leads the team in total routes over the past three weeks, recording seven receptions for 53 yards on 11 targets. Jefferson has been a small but consistent piece of the Titans' offense with at least one reception in all but two games this season. The 29-year-old wideout has taken on an increased role with Calvin Ridley (leg) out for the season. Jefferson faces a tough Week 14 matchup against a Cleveland Browns defense that has allowed the fewest receptions to opposing wide receivers this season. In a bad Titans offense, Jefferson is no more than just a deep league option in Week 14.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Justin Herbert Questionable After Hand Surgery, Expect Limited Output if He Plays
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is listed as questionable for Monday night against the Philadelphia Eagles after undergoing surgery to stabilize a fracture in his non-throwing (left) hand. Although he returned last week in the win over the Las Vegas Raiders, completing 15 of 20 passes for 151 yards and two touchdowns, the offense has already adjusted to his protection issues, reducing his average depth of target (aDOT) from 7.5 to 6.3 over the past three games. The Eagles' defense is average but boasts a top-10 pressure rate, which is a concern for a quarterback playing through pain, even if Philadelphia defensive tackle Jalen Carter might be out. With Offensive Coordinator Greg Roman known for favoring a run-heavy approach, the Chargers will likely rely on the ground game to protect their signal-caller. RotoBaller ranks Herbert as QB16 this week, making him a risky mid-range QB2 who should only be started by managers in superflex leagues or those in desperate need of a plug-and-play option.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Gunnar Helm a Risky Option in Week 14 Despite Increasing Role
Tennessee Titans rookie tight end Gunnar Helm has led the team in targets in back-to-back games, and ran more routes than fellow tight end Chig Okonkwo for the first time this season in Week 13's loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. Helm has recorded at least five targets in three straight games, totaling 16 receptions for 103 yards on 19 targets. The rookie fourth-rounder ranks as the TE13 in total PPR points during that span. Helm draws a tough matchup in Week 14 against a stout Cleveland Browns defense that has allowed the seventh fewest receptions to opposing tight ends this season. Despite the recent uptick in usage, Helm still profiles as a deep-league option in Week 14.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Justin Herbert Officially Listed as Questionable for Monday Night Football
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (hand) is officially listed as questionable for Monday night's matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles. Herbert is reportedly expected to play based on an earlier report from Dianna Russini of The Athletic, but he will be labeled as questionable heading into Monday night. The 27-year-old signal caller suffered a metacarpal fracture in his left hand during the Chargers' Week 13 win over the Las Vegas Raiders and underwent surgery this past Monday. Herbert has completed 66.9% of his passes for 2,842 yards, 21 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions while adding 57 carries for a career high 353 rushing yards and one touchdown in 12 games this season. If Herbert suits up Monday night, he will rank as a mid-range QB2 in a tough matchup against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Source: Adam Schefter
Source: Adam Schefter
Elic Ayomanor: Risky Start in Challenging Week 14 Matchup
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Elic Ayomanor struggled in his first game back after missing a week with a hamstring injury, recording just one catch for five yards on five targets in his team's blowout Week 13 loss to the Jacksonville Jaguars. On the bright side, Ayomanor has earned at least five targets in six straight games entering his Week 14 matchup against the Cleveland Browns. However, Ayomanor has been unable to turn the solid target volume into consistent production, recording 186 receiving yards and zero touchdowns over that six-game span. The 22-year-old's job won't get any easier in Week 14 against the Cleveland Browns. Entering the week, Cleveland has allowed the third-fewest passing yards (2,327) in the NFL. Ayomanor's stable target share gives him a projectable floor, but he still profiles as a deep-league flex option at best in Week 14.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Chimere Dike Carries Limited Upside in Difficult Week 14 Matchup
Tennessee Titans wide receiver Chimere Dike is coming off an underwhelming game in Week 13, recording just one catch for eight yards on four targets against the Jacksonville Jaguars. While Dike has played at least 76% of the Titans' offensive snaps in each of his last four fully healthy games, his upside is limited by the overall struggles of the team's pass game. Tennessee quarterback Cameron Ward has cracked 200 passing yards just once in his last four outings. The Titans face a difficult matchup in Week 14 against the Cleveland Browns. Through 13 weeks, Cleveland has allowed the third-fewest passing yards (2,327) in the NFL. At best, Dike profiles as a desperation flex option for deep-league fantasy managers in Week 14.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Tyjae Spears Could Struggle in Tough Week 14 Matchup
Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears has done most of his work as a receiver so far this season, recording 28 catches for 173 yards on 30 targets across eight games played. The 24-year-old has earned at least five targets in three straight weeks entering Week 14. Unfortunately for Spears, he's been brutal as a rusher over that same span, recording six total rushing yards on nine carries. The Titans are deploying a near dead-even backfield split between Spears and veteran back Tony Pollard. Since the team's Week 10 bye, Pollard has played 95 snaps to Spears' 92. The Titans have a tough matchup in Week 14 against the Cleveland Browns, who enter the week ranked second among NFL defenses in yards per carry allowed (3.7). Spears' receiving work gives him some desperation flex appeal in deep-PPR fantasy leagues, but his production upside is limited in Week 14.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Tony Pollard Tough to Trust in Difficult Week 14 Matchup
Across 12 games this season, Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard has recorded 753 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns on 177 touches. The 28-year-old has earned double-digit touches in every contest, but has not seen more than 15 in any game since Week 5. Since Tennessee's Week 10 bye, Pollard has played 95 offensive snaps while fellow Titans back Tyjae Spears has played 92. Given the nearly dead-even playing time split and the overall struggles of the Tennessee offense, Pollard's production upside has a firm ceiling. Additionally, the Titans have a tough matchup in Week 14 against the Cleveland Browns. Entering the week, Cleveland ranks second among all NFL defenses in yards per carry allowed (3.7). Pollard profiles as a deep-league flex option at best for fantasy managers in Week 14.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Cameron Ward Could Disappoint in Tough Week 14 Matchup
Across 12 games, Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Cameron Ward has completed just 59.7% of his pass attempts for 2,351 yards, seven touchdowns, and six interceptions. The 23-year-old struggled mightily his last time out against the Jacksonville Jaguars, averaging a season-worst 3.7 yards per pass attempt. Ward's job won't get any easier in Week 14 when Tennessee takes on the Cleveland Browns. Through 13 weeks, Cleveland has allowed the third-fewest passing yards (2,327) and recorded the second-most sacks (43) in the NFL. Pass-rush pressure has been a major issue for Ward so far this season, as he's taken the most sacks (48) of any NFL quarterback in 2025. Even in two-quarterback formats, Ward should be off the radar of fantasy managers in Week 14.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
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