Dalton Kincaid Does Not Practice Wednesday
Buffalo Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid (knee) did not practice on Wednesday after seeing the field on only 38% of his team's offensive snaps in a Week 16 win over the Browns. He was listed as a non-participant in the first two practices of Week 16 before logging a full participation on Friday and heading into Sunday with no injury designation. Assuming a similar approach this week, Kincaid will face an Eagles defense that has ranked as the second most difficult matchup for opposing tight ends. With Kincaid battling injuries and finishing as a top 20 tight end only once in the last seven weeks, he is not a recommended start for fantasy championship weekend and can be viewed as droppable in redraft leagues.
Source: Buffalo Bills PR
Source: Buffalo Bills PR
Josh Allen Limited on Wednesday
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (foot) was limited on Wednesday after sitting out of Tuesday's walkthrough. Allen suffered a foot injury in the Bills' Week 16 win over the Browns, and while he didn't miss any time, he was seen getting attention on the sideline. With Buffalo still in the hunt for a sixth consecutive AFC East title, the expectation is that he will be available for the team's Week 17 matchup with the Eagles, but any limitations to Allen's mobility could cap his fantasy ceiling against a Philadelphia defense that has held opposing quarterbacks to nearly four points below expectation. Fantasy managers will need to continue monitoring his status heading into championship weekend, though in most cases, anyone who has gotten this far with Allen at quarterback is unlikely to find a more attractive option with a title on the line. UPDATE: Allen plans on playing on Sunday versus the Eagles.
Source: Buffalo Bills PR
Source: Buffalo Bills PR
Lamar Jackson Not Practicing on Wednesday
Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (back) is not practicing on Wednesday due to a back contusion, according to Jamison Hensley of ESPN. If Jackson cannot play on Saturday against the Green Bay Packers, Tyler Huntley would start under center for the Ravens. Jackson injured his back in the second quarter of Sunday night's loss to the New England Patriots and never returned. With two DNPs on a short week, it's looking like the 28-year-old two-time MVP is on the wrong side of questionable for Week 17 action. Fantasy managers who somehow made it to the championship matchup with the banged-up Jackson as their QB should already have a backup plan in place. If Huntley starts this weekend, he'd merely be a desperation QB2 option in superflex and two-QB fantasy leagues against a tough Packers defense.
Source: ESPN.com - Jamison Hensley
Source: ESPN.com - Jamison Hensley
Malik Willis Under the Weather on Wednesday
Green Bay Packers quarterback Malik Willis (illness, shoulder) didn't practice on Wednesday due to an illness, according to Ryan Wood of USA Today Sports. Willis did not have a setback with his shoulder in Tuesday's practice (he was limited). The 26-year-old backup was forced into action in Saturday night's loss to the Chicago Bears when starter Jordan Love suffered a concussion. Willis went 9-for-11 passing for 121 yards and a touchdown, also adding 10 carries for 44 yards on the ground, but he suffered a right-shoulder injury that now makes him questionable to play this Saturday versus the Baltimore Ravens. If neither Willis nor Love can get cleared to play in Week 17, the Packers would be down to third-stringer Clayton Tune in a huge game. Fantasy managers must continue to keep a close eye on the Packers' QB situation entering the weekend.
Source: USA Today Sports - Ryan Wood
Source: USA Today Sports - Ryan Wood
Pete Fairbanks, Marlins Agree on One-Year Deal
Free-agent right-handed reliever Pete Fairbanks and the Miami Marlins agreed on a one-year, $13 million contract on Wednesday, sources told Jeff Passan of ESPN. Fairbanks landed on the open market this offseason after the Tampa Bay Rays turned down an $11 million option for the 32-year-old closer. His deal with Miami also includes a $1 million signing bonus and another $1 million in appearance-based incentives in 2026. Fairbanks should immediately become the Marlins' primary closing option for next season after they went with a committee approach to close out games for most of 2025. In 60 1/3 frames in Tampa last year, Fairbanks was solid, with a 2.83 ERA, 1.04 WHIP, 59 strikeouts, 18 walks, and a career-high 27 saves in 32 chances. Health has been an issue for Fairbanks in his career, though, and Miami isn't exactly the greatest landing spot for save opportunities.
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Passan
Source: ESPN.com - Jeff Passan
Budda Baker in the Concussion Protocol
Arizona Cardinals head coach Jonathan Gannon said on Wednesday that safety Budda Baker (concussion) came in this week with concussion symptoms and is now in the league's concussion protocol, according to Darren Urban of AZCardinals.com. Baker played 68 defensive snaps in Sunday's loss to the Atlanta Falcons, but the 29-year-old suffered a head injury and is now up in the air to be active for a Week 17 game against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Cardinals are eliminated from playoff contention, so expect them to be cautious in bringing Baker back for the final two games of the 2025 regular season. If Baker misses this weekend's game against the Bengals, Kitan Crawford would be in line to start at free safety for the Cardinals. Fantasy managers in IDP leagues should be searching for backup options if Baker is ruled out.
Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban
Source: AZCardinals.com - Darren Urban
Jeremy Chinn Heading to Injured Reserve With Back Injury
NFL Network's Tom Pelissero reports that Las Vegas Raiders safety Jeremy Chinn (back) is headed to season-ending Injured Reserve on Wednesday, according to a source. The Raiders also placed star tight end Brock Bowers (knee) on IR. Chinn hasn't missed any games with a nagging back injury, but the Raiders have decided to shut the 27-year-old defensive back down with two games remaining in the season. Chinn will end up finishing his first year in Vegas with a healthy 114 tackles (63 solo), one sack, two pass breakups, and two forced fumbles in 15 starts. The Raiders' defense will be more vulnerable on the back end to close out the season with Chinn out, beginning with a Week 17 matchup this weekend against the visiting New York Giants.
Source: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
Source: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
Bhayshul Tuten Back at Practice on Wednesday
Jacksonville Jaguars rookie running back Bhayshul Tuten (finger) was spotted wearing a non-contact jersey during the portion of practice on Wednesday that was open to the media, according to Demetrius Harvey of Jaguars.com. Tuten will likely be listed as limited on Wednesday's injury report, the first of Week 17. The 23-year-old change-of-pace back missed the Week 16 win over the Denver Broncos after having surgery for a finger injury, but his return to the field this week suggests he might be in play to return this Sunday for a divisional clash against the Indianapolis Colts. Travis Etienne Jr. remains Jacksonville's clear lead back, but Tuten has shown flashes of explosiveness out of the Jags' backfield in his first 14 NFL games. The fourth-rounder has 284 rushing yards and four touchdowns on 78 carries and has added 10 catches for 79 yards and two more scores. If Tuten is back in the fold on Sunday against Indy, he'll be flex-worthy in fantasy championship matchups. UPDATE: Tuten was limited in Wednesday's practice.
Source: Jaguars.com - Demetrius Harvey
Source: Jaguars.com - Demetrius Harvey
Marcus Mariota Ruled Out for Week 17
Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) has officially been ruled out for the Week 17 divisional game on Christmas Day on Thursday against the Dallas Cowboys, according to Tashan Reed of The Washington Post. Mariota injured his hand and quad in Saturday's loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. It's unclear if Mariota will be cleared to play in next week's regular-season finale against the Eagles. With Mariota out on Christmas Day, veteran journeyman Josh Johnson will make his first start in the NFL since late in the 2021 season. For what it's worth, head coach Dan Quinn said he's hoping that Mariota will be ready to return in Week 18 for the rematch against Philly. The 32-year-old has been serviceable as a QB2 in fantasy football in 11 games (eight starts) this year with Jayden Daniels injured, completing 61.2% of his passes for 1,695 passing yards, 10 touchdowns, and seven picks.
Source: The Washington Post - Tashan Reed
Source: The Washington Post - Tashan Reed
Josh Johnson to Start at QB on Thursday Against Dallas
Washington Commanders quarterback Josh Johnson will make the start on Christmas Day on Thursday versus the division-rival Dallas Cowboys, according to The Athletic's Nicki Jhabvala. Jeff Driskel will serve as the backup with Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) unable to play following his injury on Saturday night in the loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Normal starter Jayden Daniels (elbow) has already been shut down for the rest of the year. This will be Johnson's first NFL start since Week 17 of the 2021 season with the Baltimore Ravens. The 39-year-old journeyman went 5-for-9 passing for 43 yards and an ugly interception in Week 16 after taking over for the injured Mariota. The matchup this week against Dallas' porous defense is friendly, but Johnson still won't be much more than a desperation QB2 option for fantasy managers in superflex leagues with everything on the line in championship matchups.
Source: The Athletic - Nicki Jhabvala
Source: The Athletic - Nicki Jhabvala
Falcons Non-Committal on QB Situation Beyond This Season
When asked whether quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s (knee) injury timeline impacts decisions on Kirk Cousins going forward, Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said on Wednesday, "Anything can happen. We will for sure discuss all of the options when the end is near." Penix needed full reconstructive surgery to fix a partially torn ACL in his left knee that is likely to keep him out to start the 2026 season. The 25-year-old signal-caller has undergone three reconstructive surgeries on his ACL, dating back to his days in college, leading the Falcons to likely reconsider their future at the QB position this offseason. Veteran Kirk Cousins is finishing out the year as the team's starter, but he can opt out of the last two years of his four-year, $180 million contract. If Cousins leaves, the Falcons could be in trouble without any first-round picks in the 2026 NFL draft.
Source: AtlantaFalcons.com - Terrin Waack
Source: AtlantaFalcons.com - Terrin Waack
Drake London to Practice With Some "Modifications"
Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said on Wednesday that wide receiver Drake London (knee) will practice this week, but still with "some type of modifications," according to Terrin Waack of AtlantaFalcons.com. "He's Drake. He's productive. I look forward to him getting better this week," Morris said. After a four-game absence due to a PCL sprain in his knee, London returned in Sunday's win over the Arizona Cardinals to play a season-low 69% of the offensive snaps. The 24-year-old caught just three passes on eight targets for 27 yards in the 26-19 victory. It appears that he's still not 100% with his knee injury, but he will be active on Monday night to face the Los Angeles Rams, and London should see more action in his second game back. Before his injury, Atlanta's WR1 was averaging 6.7 catches and 90 receiving yards in nine games.
Source: AtlantaFalcons.com - Terrin Waack
Source: AtlantaFalcons.com - Terrin Waack
Brooks Koepka Leaving LIV Golf
Brooks Koepka will depart LIV Golf following the 2025 season, citing family reasons and the desire to spend more time at home. The five-time major champion was among LIV's most high-profile early signings when he left the PGA Tour in 2022. During his time with the league, he captured the 2023 PGA Championship and earned five individual LIV titles. However, the 35-year-old largely struggled this year, missing the cut in three of his four major championship appearances. Koepka's competitive plans for 2026 remain unclear, though he is fully exempt for all major championships through at least 2028, fueling speculation about an eventual return to the PGA Tour.
Source: Golf Channel
Source: Golf Channel
Jordan Love to Practice Again on Wednesday
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (concussion) will practice again on Wednesday but remains in the league's concussion protocol, according to head coach Matt LaFleur. Love was listed as limited on the team's first injury report of the week on Tuesday after he was forced from Saturday night's loss to the Chicago Bears with a concussion. The 27-year-old signal-caller appears to be making some progress, but he's still very much up in the air to be cleared to face the Baltimore Ravens in Week 17 on Saturday. Backup Malik Willis (shoulder) is also questionable to play after getting injured after he replaced Love in Week 16 in Chicago. If both Love and Willis aren't able to play against Baltimore, the Packers would be forced to go with Clayton Tune under center this weekend. Love's status could be a game-time decision on Saturday.
Source: The Athletic - Matt Schneidman
Source: The Athletic - Matt Schneidman
Davante Adams Could Sit Out Final Two Regular-Season Games
ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports that the Los Angeles Rams "very well could shut down" wide receiver Davante Adams (hamstring) for the final two regular-season games. Head coach Sean McVay already said that Adams is doubtful to play on Monday night against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 17, and a team source told Fowler that "it wouldn't be a surprise" to see Adams also miss the Week 18 regular-season finale against the division-rival Arizona Cardinals. The Rams' goal is to "ensure Adams is 100 percent for the first week of the playoffs." Adams is currently considered week-to-week after aggravating his hamstring injury on Dec. 14 against the Detroit Lions. The Rams held him out of last Thursday's overtime loss to the Seattle Seahawks, and fantasy managers shouldn't expect to have him the rest of the way. Konata Mumpfield, along with star Puka Nacua, could be the biggest beneficiary in L.A.'s passing attack if Adams misses two more games.
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler
Omarion Hampton Feeling the "Best He Has Felt" Since Return from Injury
Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton told ESPN's Dan Graziano that Week 16 against the Dallas Cowboys was the "best he has felt" since returning from an ankle injury that sidelined him for seven games from Week 6 to Week 13. Across three games since returning, the 22-year-old has recorded 227 yards from scrimmage and two touchdowns on 48 touches. The Chargers held Hampton under 25 offensive snaps in each of his first two outings back from injury, but bumped his playing time up to 35 snaps in Week 16 against Dallas. Hampton could be in line for an even larger bump in playing time in Week 17 against the Houston Texans, as fellow Chargers back Kimani Vidal (neck) is considered day-to-day due to a neck strain. Hampton has been a dynamic player when healthy this season, averaging 4.7 yards per carry and 5.1 yards per touch across eight games played. He profiles as a solid fantasy RB2 with upside, even in a tough matchup in Week 17 against Houston.
Source: ESPN - Dan Graziano
Source: ESPN - Dan Graziano
Anthony Richardson Sr. Will Not Be Activated for Week 17
Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen said on Wednesday that quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. (eye) will not be activated off Injured Reserve for the team's Week 17 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The 23-year-old suffered an orbital fracture in pre-game warmups that has had him on Injured Reserve since mid-October. Richardson Sr. opened the season as the backup quarterback in Indianapolis behind Daniel Jones (Achilles), who suffered a season-ending torn Achilles tendon in Week 14. With both Jones and Richardson Sr. unavailable, the Colts brought 44-year-old quarterback Philip Rivers out of retirement in a last-ditch effort to save their season. Rivers has completed 66.1% of his pass attempts for 397 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions across two starts and appears to be in line to make his third start in Week 17. It's unclear whether Richardson Sr. will return this season or whether he would take the starting job away from Rivers once activated.
Source: The Athletic - James Boyd
Source: The Athletic - James Boyd
Dylan Sampson Expected to Return to Practice on Wednesday
Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson (hand) is expected to return to practice on Wednesday, per ESPN's Daniel Oyefusi. Sampson has missed each of Cleveland's last two games due to calf and hand injuries. The 21-year-old has mostly been used in a part-time role as a receiver out of the backfield so far in 2025. However, with Browns RB1 Quinshon Judkins (leg, ankle) suffering a season-ending injury in Week 16, Sampson has an opportunity to take over as the team's lead back. Across 13 games this season, Sampson has racked up 375 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns on 72 touches. The Browns also have Raheim Sanders and Trayveon Williams as backfield options who can help fill in for Judkins. If active, Sampson could be a solid flex option for fantasy managers in his Week 17 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers. UPDATE: Sampson was limited in Wednesday's practice.
Source: ESPN - Daniel Oyefusi
Source: ESPN - Daniel Oyefusi
Brock Bowers Placed on Injured Reserve Due to Lingering Knee Injury
Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers (knee) has been placed on Injured Reserve, ending his 2025 season, per NFL Network's Tom Pelissero. Pelissero notes that Bowers has been battling a lingering knee injury since Week 1, and the 2-13 Raiders are now focused on making sure their star tight end is fully healthy for 2026. Across 12 games this season, the 23-year-old recorded 64 receptions for 680 yards and seven touchdowns on 86 targets. With Bowers sidelined, Raiders tight end Michael Mayer is likely in line for a spike in both playing time and target share. Across a two-game stretch in Weeks 6 and 7 with Bowers inactive, Mayer recorded six catches for 60 yards and a touchdown on nine targets. For fantasy managers now left scrambling to fill the tight end position, Mayer could be a solid streamer in Week 17 against the New York Giants.
Source: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
Source: NFL Network - Tom Pelissero
David Njoku Not Expected to Practice on Wednesday
Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (knee) is not expected to return to practice on Wednesday, per ESPN's Daniel Oyefusi. The 29-year-old has missed Cleveland's last two games due to a knee injury, and his availability for the team's Week 17 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers appears to be in question. Across 12 games this season, Njoku has recorded 33 receptions for 293 yards and four touchdowns on 48 targets. In his absence, Browns tight end Harold Fannin Jr. has seen a spike in production. With Njoku going down early in Week 14, Fannin Jr. has recorded 19 catches for 196 yards and two touchdowns on 31 targets over the last three weeks. If Njoku remains sidelined against the Steelers, Fannin Jr. can be viewed as a must-start fantasy tight end in Week 17.
Source: ESPN - Daniel Oyefusi
Source: ESPN - Daniel Oyefusi
Konata Mumpfield Seeing Increased Playing Time in Los Angeles
Across 15 games this season, Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Konata Mumpfield has recorded just eight receptions for 82 yards and a touchdown on 17 targets. However, the 23-year-old saw a spike in playing time in Week 16 with star Rams wideout Davante Adams (hamstring) sidelined by a hamstring injury, and recorded three catches for 40 yards on eight targets. Rams head coach Sean McVay has said that Adams is likely to remain out for the team's Week 17 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, so Mumpfield could spend another week as the team's WR2 alongside Puka Nacua. Los Angeles uses more two and three-tight end personnel groupings than just about any team in the NFL, which limits Mumpfield's playing time even with Adams out. In Week 16, Mumpfield played 46% of the Rams' offensive snaps. Still, he could be a flex option for deep-league fantasy managers in Week 17.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
Jake Tonges Could Have a Role With Teammate Injured
San Francisco 49ers tight end Jake Tonges has an opportunity to produce in Week 17 as the 49ers face the Chicago Bears. Tonges has hauled in 27 of 37 targets for 233 yards and four touchdowns, with most of his production coming early in the season. George Kittle (ankle) injured his ankle in the 48-27 victory over the Indianapolis Colts, which could open the door for Tonges to have a viable role in this offense. In the six games that Kittle missed or left early in the season, Tonges had 25 receptions for 224 yards and three touchdowns, averaging 10.9 PPR points per game, which ranked ninth among tight ends during that span. Kittle's injury will determine whether the third-year tight end will have any fantasy value in Week 17, so fantasy managers should keep a close eye on the 49ers' practice reports this week.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Brenton Strange Offers Fantasy Appeal in Jacksonville's Elite Offense
Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Brenton Strange hauled in five of seven targets for 93 yards and a touchdown in the 34-20 win over the Denver Broncos. Strange returned from a hip injury in Week 12 and hasn't looked back since, averaging 46 yards on 3.4 receptions and adding two touchdowns in the last five games. The third-year tight end is having a career-best season, averaging 9.2 PPR fantasy points per game and on pace to finish as the TE18. With the Jaguars heating up, winning seven of their last eight and scoring over 25 points in each of those games, Strange will have opportunities to produce, especially in the red zone. There are plenty of options at the tight end position entering Week 17, but Strange could beat them all given the Jaguars' offensive firepower.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Michael Carter Has League-Winning Upside in Week 17
Arizona Cardinals running back Michael Carter had 11 carries for 65 yards in the 26-19 loss to the Atlanta Falcons. The Cardinals have been decimated by injuries this season, especially in their RB room. James Conner (ankle), Trey Benson (knee), and Bam Knight (ankle) are all on injured reserve, leaving Carter and Emari Demercado as the two lead backs. Carter played 54% of the snaps and led the team in carries, while Demercado played 30% of the snaps. Their Week 17 matchup brings some upside, as they face the Cincinnati Bengals, who have allowed the most fantasy points to running backs this season. While he entered the season as an afterthought in Arizona, he could determine fantasy championships this week and offers low-end RB2 value against this struggling Bengals defense.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Chris Rodriguez Jr. Plays Season High in Snaps in Week 16
Washington Commanders running back Chris Rodriguez Jr. returned from injury in Week 16, taking 15 carries for 63 yards and a touchdown in the 29-18 loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Although there was concern that rookie Jacory Croskey-Merritt would be more of a factor after his big Week 15 outing, Rodriguez returned to his usual workload. He played a season-high 56% of the snaps, while Croskey-Merritt played 22% and Jeremy McNichols played 24%. He faces the Dallas Cowboys, who may be without star defensive tackle Quinnen Williams. The Cowboys ranked as the worst run defense in the NFL before they acquired Williams at the deadline, and with him out last week, Omarion Hampton had 95 yards and a touchdown on 17 attempts. While there are concerns about the Commanders' quarterback situation this week, look for them to run it a ton against this Cowboys defense, where Rodriguez could be a league-winner in Week 17.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Ben Sinnott Seeing his Role Increase Heading into Week 17
Washington Commanders tight end Ben Sinnott has recorded one catch in three straight games, totalling 49 yards on four targets. The second-year tight end posted season highs in snaps and routes in last week's loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, playing 66.7% of the snaps with a 56% route share. He could continue to see more opportunities as a receiver moving forward with Zach Ertz (knee) out for the season. John Bates played more in the first game without Ertz in Week 15, but that usage flipped in Week 16, with Sinnott playing more snaps and running more routes. The floor is still low for the Kansas State product, but he remains an intriguing player to monitor in Thursday's Christmas Day matchup against the division-rival Dallas Cowboys. The Cowboys have struggled to defend the pass all season, and with Sinnott's opportunities on the rise, he profiles as a deep-league dart throw as a TE2 in Week 17.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Raheim Sanders to Lead Browns Backfield in Week 17?
Cleveland Browns rookie running back Raheim Sanders had 11 carries for 42 yards in the 23-20 loss to the Buffalo Bills in Week 16. Sanders saw a role due to the season-ending leg injury to Quinshon Judkins. With Jerome Ford (shoulder) done for the season and Dylan Sampson (calf) unable to play in Week 16, Sanders led the team in carries. After Judkins went out, both Sanders and veteran Trayveon Williams split the backfield snaps (30%-30%). The Browns also face the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 17, who shut down Lions running backs Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery last week. The injury status of Sampson will determine "Rocket's" fantasy value this week, but fantasy managers should be cautious about trusting this backfield in Week 17.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
John Bates Not a Fantasy Option in Week 17
Washington Commanders tight end John Bates was outsnapped 37 to 27 by second-year tight end Ben Sinnott in last week's loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Bates has served as Washington's No. 2 TE for most of the season, primarily as a blocker. He posted his highest route share (50%) of the season in Week 15 with Zach Ertz (knee) out for the season, but that mark cratered in Week 16, falling to just 16%, his lowest since Week 2. Sinnott profiles as the better receiving option and is seeing his role increase in that area. He jumped to a season-high 56% route share last week. Bates seems to be trending back toward his typical role as the top blocking tight end and shouldn't be considered a fantasy option on Christmas Day against the Dallas Cowboys, especially considering Washington's starting QB is likely to be Josh Johnson with Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) injured.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Taysom Hill Becoming the Lead Back in New Orleans?
New Orleans Saints tight end Taysom Hill turned back the clock in Week 16, which might be his final game in the Superdome. Hill led the team in carries, with 12 for 42 yards, and added 36 receiving yards on four receptions. He wasn't done either, throwing a 38-yard touchdown pass to wide receiver Chris Olave in the fourth quarter. The veteran playmaker scored 15.3 fantasy points in Week 16, and there's a legitimate reason he could improve his fantasy production in the final two weeks. He dominated the carries with Alvin Kamara (knee/ankle) and Devin Neal (hamstring) inactive, outcarrying Audric Estime and Evan Hull combined, 12-5. The Saints' offense has been solid as well, averaging 24.3 points per game and winning three straight games. With a legitimate RB1 workload if Kamara is unable to return, Hill should be a must-start at the tight end position.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
Treylon Burks Projects as a Deep-League Option for Week 17
Washington Commanders wide receiver Treylon Burks led the team in targets in last week's loss to the Philadelphia Eagles, catching two of five targets for 30 yards. The 2022 first-round pick saw his snaps decrease with the return of Noah Brown in Week 14, but with Brown now on Injured Reserve due to a rib injury, Burks played the most he has all season in Week 16. Burks tied Terry McLaurin for the highest snap share (84.3%) on the team and should continue to see a healthy number of routes on Christmas Day against the Dallas Cowboys' 32nd-ranked pass defense. However, the favorable matchup could be offset by Washington starting journeyman Josh Johnson at QB this week, with Marcus Mariota's status in doubt due to hand and quadriceps injuries. It's tough to trust Burks as anything more than a deep-league flex option in Week 17.
Source: Pro Football Reference
Source: Pro Football Reference
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