Jaxson Dart Officially Ruled Out for Week 11 Due to Concussion
New York Giants rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart (concussion) has officially been ruled out for his team's Week 11 matchup against the Green Bay Packers, per Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Dart suffered a concussion that forced him to exit early from his team's Week 10 loss to the Chicago Bears and has spent this week in the league's concussion protocol. However, Giants interim head coach Mike Kafka recently said that Dart is progressing well, so he may be on track to return in Week 12 against the Detroit Lions. With Dart sidelined against Green Bay, quarterback Jameis Winston will make his first start of the season for New York. In 12 games (seven starts) for the Cleveland Browns in 2024, Winston threw for 2,121 yards, 13 touchdowns, and 12 interceptions. The veteran gunslinger profiles as a low-end fantasy QB2 in Week 11 against the Packers.
Source: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
Source: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
Aaron Glenn Non-Committal on Possible QB Change Going into Week 12
New York Jets head coach Aaron Glenn continued his non-committal approach on Friday when asked by reporters if he's considering a change at quarterback after the team's Week 11 loss to the New England Patriots on Thursday Night Football, according to Rich Cimini of ESPN. "I'm evaluating everything," Glenn said. The head coach said he's not looking for a "short-term spark," and his decision will be based on "what gives them the best chance to win." Justin Fields started hot on Thursday and had a decent day for fantasy managers thanks to his 67 rushing yards and touchdown on the ground, but he threw for only 116 yards, lost a fumble, and left a lot to be desired in a 27-14 loss. The 26-year-old has finished under 100 yards passing in four games this year, including under 50 yards passing three times. He hasn't had much help in the passing attack, but it's looking more likely that veteran Tyrod Taylor might get the start in Week 12 against the Baltimore Ravens.
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Lamar Jackson Ready to Roll for Sunday
Baltimore Ravens head coach John Harbaugh said on Friday that quarterback Lamar Jackson (knee) is a full-go for Sunday's contest against the division-rival Cleveland Browns in Week 11. There was some concern over Jackson's status after he did not practice on Wednesday, but he was only dealing with a sore knee and returned to a full practice the following day. The 28-year-old two-time MVP missed some time earlier this year with a hamstring strain, but this weekend will be his third game back in action. The four-time Pro Bowler currently leads the NFL in touchdown percentage (10.2), adjusted yards gained per pass attempt (10.23), and passer rating (127.1) while throwing for 1,249 yards, 15 touchdowns, and only one interception in six starts. Despite facing a decent Browns defense, Jackson is a no-doubt, must-start at the QB position in fantasy.
Source: Baltimore Ravens
Source: Baltimore Ravens
Jaxson Dart "on Track" in the Concussion Protocol
New York Giants head coach Mike Kafka said on Friday that he thinks rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart (concussion) is "on track" with where he's supposed to be in the league's concussion protocol, according to Jordan Raanan of ESPN. Dart was seen warming up with the team on the field in practice on Friday, which is a good sign that he might be cleared to play in Week 12 versus the Detroit Lions. However, he will not be available to play this Sunday against the Green Bay Packers. Veteran QB Jameis Winston, not Russell Wilson, will make the start in Week 11, and he's expected to be without receiver Darius Slayton (hamstring). Fantasy managers will be hoping that Dart will end up missing just one game. The rookie first-rounder has immediately become fantasy relevant as a QB1 because of his dual-threat abilities at the position.
Source: ESPN New York - Jordan Raanan
Source: ESPN New York - Jordan Raanan
Lamar Jackson Practicing Again on Friday
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (knee) was seen practicing again on Friday, according to Jonas Shaffer of The Baltimore Sun. Fantasy managers may have panicked a little bit earlier this week when it was announced that Jackson didn't practice on Wednesday due to a knee injury. However, the two-time MVP returned to a full practice on Thursday, and he should be just fine to suit up for a divisional meeting with the Cleveland Browns on Sunday. In two games since returning from a hamstring injury that knocked Jackson out for several games, he's gone 35-for-52 passing for 380 yards, five touchdowns, and no interceptions while running for 50 yards on 14 attempts. Even though Jackson might still be getting his legs back under him, he's a must-start this weekend against the Browns. Back in Week 2, Jackson threw for 225 yards and four touchdowns against them in a 41-17 victory.
Source: The Baltimore Sun - Jonas Shaffer
Source: The Baltimore Sun - Jonas Shaffer
Joe Flacco Facing Limited Run as Cincinnati's QB1
Since taking over as the starting quarterback for the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 6, Joe Flacco (shoulder) has been one of the most productive fantasy quarterbacks in the NFL. Across four starts for the Bengals, the 40-year-old has completed 64.7% of his pass attempts for 1,254 yards, 11 touchdowns, and two interceptions. Flacco is averaging 43.3 pass attempts per game with Cincinnati, a rate that virtually guarantees gaudy numbers if it sustains. However, Flacco's run as a fantasy asset may be short-lived. Earlier this week, the Bengals opened up the 21-day activation window from Injured Reserve for QB1 Joe Burrow (toe). Burrow is reportedly targeting Cincinnati's Week 13 matchup against the Baltimore Ravens for his return, which would leave Flacco with just two more games as the starter. Flacco profiles as a low-end fantasy QB1 in Week 11 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, but his season-long value has taken a hit due to the Burrow news.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Justin Fields Salvages Fantasy Performance with Rushing Impact
New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields completed 15 of his 26 pass attempts for 116 yards, one touchdown, and zero interceptions during Thursday's Week 11 loss against the New England Patriots. He also added 11 rushing attempts, 67 rushing yards, and one rushing touchdown. While Fields had another poor game passing, he salvaged his fantasy performance with a solid rushing performance. It wasn't enough to keep the Jets' win streak alive, but it was likely enough to prompt fantasy managers to consider starting him next week against the Baltimore Ravens. Fields is best viewed as a low-floor, high-ceiling QB2 in fantasy football.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Drake Maye Showcases Accuracy in Clean Win Over Jets
New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye completed 25 of his 34 pass attempts for 281 yards, one touchdown, and zero interceptions during Thursday's Week 11 win over the New York Jets. He also took one sack and rushed for two yards. The former No. 3 pick didn't have to go above and beyond on Thursday as the Patriots prioritized running the football to beat New York. Nevertheless, Maye still attempted 34 passes and improved his season completion rate by one-fifth of a percentage point. He continues to rank as the highest-scoring quarterback in fantasy football, and he has also propelled his team to sole possession of first place in the NFL standings. Fantasy managers should continue to view Maye as a high-end QB1 heading into Week 12 against the Cincinnati Bengals.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Can Cameron Ward Get Right After A Bye in Week 11?
Tennessee Titans rookie quarterback Cameron Ward had a rough outing in his last matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 9. The 23-year-old rookie finished with fewer than seven fantasy points and outside of the Top-25. Ward enters Week 11 as RotoBaller's 30th-ranked quarterback in a tough matchup against division rival Houston Texans at home. The Texans have given up the fewest points per game to fantasy quarterbacks this season, averaging only 11.3 points. Ward snapped a six-game turnover streak in his last performance, but he will face an aggressive Texans secondary that has forced the third-most interceptions this season. The one plus side for Ward this week is the expected return of veteran wide receiver Calvin Ridley (hamstring). Ridley provides a veteran presence and reliable target in the passing attack that the young quarterback has needed over the last three weeks. The 2025 No. 1 overall pick will remain an option in Superflex or 2QB leagues heading into Week 11.
Source: NFL.com
Source: NFL.com
Justin Fields Playing for his Job on Thursday Night?
ESPN's Rich Cimini reports that New York Jets quarterback Justin Fields "could be playing for his job" on Thursday night versus the division-rival New England Patriots. Fields has four sub-100-yard passing games (most in the league), including three in the last four games. The 26-year-old signal-caller has led the Jets to two straight wins, but he's going to need to perform better to hold off veteran QB Tyrod Taylor moving forward. It's not going to be easy on Thursday evening against an 8-2 Patriots team, especially with receivers Garrett Wilson (knee) and Josh Reynolds (hip) on Injured Reserve. Fields has completed only 63.5% of his 178 pass attempts for 1,143 yards, six touchdowns, and one interception in eight starts. He has limited turnovers, but he's also attempted fewer runs. Fields might need to go off as a rusher to save his job in Week 11.
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Source: ESPN New York - Rich Cimini
Justin Fields Expected to Start on Thursday Night Against Patriots
The New York Jets are expected to start Justin Fields at quarterback on Thursday night against the division-rival New England Patriots, according to Albert Breer. Although the expectation is that Fields would make another start under center for the Jets after winning a second straight game in Week 10, head coach Aaron Glenn refused to make an official announcement. Fields' last game against the Patriots was at Gillette in 2022 when he played for the Chicago Bears, and he led them to a 33-14 win, throwing for 179 yards and a touchdown while rushing for 82 yards and another score. Fields hasn't been great in his first year with the Jets in eight starts, but he hasn't had much to work with through the air, and now top wideout Garrett Wilson (knee) is on Injured Reserve. Unless Fields can run all over the Pats again on Thursday night, it might be another rough fantasy showing for the former first-rounder.
Source: NBC Sports Boston - Albert Breer
Source: NBC Sports Boston - Albert Breer
Geno Smith Not on the Week 11 Injury Report
Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (quadriceps) is not included on the Week 11 injury report as the team gets ready to face the Dallas Cowboys on Monday Night Football, according to the team's website. Smith was in some pain last Thursday night against the Denver Broncos when he suffered a bruised quadriceps, and he was even replaced in the game for a bit by Kenny Pickett. The 35-year-old eventually returned to finish the 10-7 loss, but he was hobbling around pretty good. The extra time off heading into Week 11 appears to have done the veteran QB some good, and he should be fine to play against Dallas on Monday after practicing in full on Wednesday. Smith has mostly been a liability for fantasy managers in his first year in Vegas, but he'll have some QB2 streaming appeal this week against a bad Cowboys secondary.
Source: Raiders.com
Source: Raiders.com
Brock Purdy to Start in Week 11 Against Cardinals
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan said on Thursday that quarterback Brock Purdy (toe) will return to the starting lineup this Sunday against the division-rival Arizona Cardinals in Week 11, according to Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports. Shanahan said earlier this week that Purdy would be practicing with the intention of starting this weekend, and it looks like that will happen. It will be just the third start of the year for the 25-year-old signal-caller, and the first since he aggravated his turf-toe injury in Week 4. Purdy is surely an upgrade over Mac Jones under center, although fantasy managers will have to weigh the potential rust factor after Purdy's long layoff. Still, in a plus matchup against Arizona's defense, Purdy should be in play immediately as a low-end QB1 option for fantasy managers who might be hurting at the position in Week 11. He's rostered in 59% of Yahoo leagues right now.
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Matt Maiocco
Source: NBC Sports Bay Area - Matt Maiocco
Joe Flacco Upgrades to Limited Practice on Thursday
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Flacco (shoulder) was listed as a limited practice participant on Thursday due to a right-shoulder injury, according to Paul Dehner Jr. Flacco went down as a non-participant during Wednesday's practice, but he was able to do more in practice on Thursday and is expected to be ready to start this weekend against the division-rival Pittsburgh Steelers coming out of their bye. The 40-year-old has put up some gaudy numbers since coming to Cincy, but he might only be in line to make two more starts for his new team with Joe Burrow (toe) nearing a return from Injured Reserve. Flacco was on the injury report in Week 9 with his shoulder injury, but he played through it and threw for 470 yards in the loss to the Bears, so we think he'll be alright for this weekend against a Steelers secondary that has been shaky in 2025.
Source: The Athletic - Paul Dehner Jr.
Source: The Athletic - Paul Dehner Jr.
J.J. McCarthy Practices in Full on Thursday
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (right hand) practiced in full on Thursday after being listed as a limited participant on Wednesday due to a hand injury. The 22-year-old appears to be tracking towards being fine for his team's crucial Week 11 matchup against the Chicago Bears. McCarthy had a rough game in Week 10, completing less than 50% of his pass attempts and throwing two interceptions in a loss to the Baltimore Ravens. On the plus side, he rushed for 48 yards and has now racked up 100 rushing yards and two touchdowns across four games this season. McCarthy's legs could be an even greater emphasis in Week 11 if he's battling an injury to his throwing hand. He profiles as a low-end fantasy QB2 in Week 11 against Chicago.
Source: NFL Network - Mike Garafolo
Source: NFL Network - Mike Garafolo
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