December 1, 2025
Carolina Panthers head coach Dave Canales was really impressed with how running back
Chuba Hubbard looked in Sunday's upset victory over the visiting Los Angeles Rams, according to Joe Person of The Athletic. "I just love the way Chuba went right back to work. He looked amazing," Canales said. Hubbard led the Panthers with 83 rushing yards (4.9 yards per carry) on one fewer rushing attempt (17) than
Rico Dowdle, and he also caught both of his targets for 41 yards and a touchdown. The 26-year-old's 59% snap share was his highest number since back in Week 3, before he missed time due to injury and lost RB1 duties to Dowdle. It was the first time that Hubbard had over 100 scrimmage yards this year and the first time he scored since Week 8. Hubbard's TD came on a 35-yard screen pass in the first quarter. The Panthers will be on bye in Week 14, but it's possible Hubbard shares more of the backfield with Dowdle for a Week 15 divisional date with the Saints.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Joe Person
December 1, 2025
Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said on Monday that rookie running back
Dylan Sampson (calf) is being considered day-to-day after suffering a calf injury in Sunday's loss to the San Francisco 49ers in Week 13, according to Zac Jackson of The Athletic. Sampson was injured in the third quarter of the 26-8 loss and never returned, giving way for
Jerome Ford to see more work as the RB2 behind rookie starter
Quinshon Judkins. Before leaving, the 21-year-old had four carries for 23 yards on the ground. It sounds like Sampson will have a chance to play in Week 14 against the Tennessee Titans, but it will depend on how much he's able to do in practice this week. Sampson doesn't have any standalone fantasy value while working behind Judkins in Cleveland's backfield, but he's a viable handcuff in deeper leagues. The Tennessee product has averaged just 2.7 yards per carry on 42 rushing attempts in his first 12 NFL games and has yet to score a rushing touchdown in 2025.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Zac Jackson
December 1, 2025
The Minnesota Vikings do not think that running back
Aaron Jones Sr. (shoulder) suffered a serious shoulder injury in Sunday's blowout loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 13, and he is likely to be considered day-to-day, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Jones injured his shoulder in the third quarter on Sunday and never returned in the 26-0 loss.
Jordan Mason took over the bulk of the backfield duties the rest of the way, with
Zavier Scott backing him up. The 30-year-old Jones finished with only six carries for three yards (and a lost fumble) while catching all four of his targets for 22 yards through the air. Jones' injury isn't serious, but fantasy managers will want to keep a close eye on his practice status this week as the team heads into a Week 14 clash against the Commanders. Even if Jones can play against Washington, he could cede more work to Mason in Minnesota's backfield if he's not 100%.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN - Adam Schefter
December 1, 2025
Seattle Seahawks head coach Mike Macdonald said on Seattle Sports on Monday that quarterback
Sam Darnold (ankle) had a little bit of an ankle issue during Sunday's blowout win over the Minnesota Vikings, but that he "should be good to go" for Week 14 against the Atlanta Falcons, according to Gregg Bell of The Tacoma News Tribune. Darnold was seen going into the medical tent on the sideline several times on Sunday, but the injury wasn't serious, and it shouldn't keep the 28-year-old from playing this weekend. He didn't need to do much in the easy 26-0 win over the Vikings, as Darnold went 14-for-26 passing for a season-low 128 yards, no touchdowns, and no interceptions in Week 13. Darnold should be able to bounce back against Atlanta and will be in play as a QB streamer in fantasy football as long as he doesn't aggravate his ankle issue.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Tacoma News Tribune - Gregg Bell
December 1, 2025
Kentucky officially announced the firing of its 13-year head coach, Mark Stoops, on Monday, beginning a head-coaching search in Lexington for the first time since 2013. According to On3Sports, two names to know who are potential Kentucky targets are Ohio State offensive coordinator Brian Hartline and Oregon offensive coordinator Will Stein. Outside of his playing career, the 39-year-old Hartline is well recognized for his work as the wide receivers coach for Ohio State from 2018. Hartline helped develop star wideouts Terry McLaurin, Garrett Wilson, Chris Olave, Jaxon Smith-Njigba, Marvin Harrison Jr., Emeka Egbuka, and Jeremiah Smith, among others. Stein has served as the Ducks' offensive coordinator since 2023, following a three-year stint with UCLA. He's credited with coaching quarterbacks Bo Nix, Dillon Gabriel, and Dante Moore, along with several NFL skill players like Bucky Irving and Troy Franklin. Based on this early intel, it's clear Kentucky is searching for a young, talented, offensive-minded coach to replace the defensive-minded Stoops.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: On3.com
December 1, 2025
Houston Texans rookie wide receiver
Jayden Higgins is deserving of more attention off the waiver wire as he cements himself as the team's WR2 behind
Nico Collins for the final stretch of the season. In the 20-16 win over the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, Higgins caught all five of his targets for 65 yards, which was second behind only Collins. It was another solid showing for the 22-year-old pass-catcher out of Iowa State after he had four catches on a season-high nine targets for 38 yards and his fourth touchdown of the year in last week's win over the Buffalo Bills on Thursday night. It was nice to see Higgins show plenty of chemistry in quarterback
C.J. Stroud's first game back from a three-game absence due to a concussion. He now has 32 receptions for 359 yards and four TDs in his first 12 games, and Higgins should be viewed as an ascending WR4/flex option for fantasy managers going into a Week 14 showdown against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday Night Football.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com
December 1, 2025
Nebraska is firing defensive coordinator John Butler after just one season in that role in Lincoln, according to On3Sports. Butler was promoted from the Huskers' secondary and defensive pass game coordinator roles last offseason following the departure of Tony White, who left for Florida State. Among Big Ten teams in 2025, Nebraska ranked seventh in total yards allowed per game (312.3), second in passing yards allowed per game (141.1), 14th in rushing yards allowed per game (171.3), and 11th in points allowed per game (23.0). The abysmal defensive showings against Penn State and Iowa to close out the season appear to have been the nail in the coffin for Butler. The 52-year-old has worked as a defensive assistant in college football or the NFL since 1995, so he'll likely land on another staff in a decreased role.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: On3 on X
December 1, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said on Monday that wide receiver
Jalen McMillan (neck) could start doing more in practice this week, according to Scott Smith of Buccaneers.com. McMillan is still on Injured Reserve and has not played at all in 2025 after suffering multiple neck fractures and ligament damage during a preseason game back in mid-August. Fellow wideout
Mike Evans (collarbone) could also do more in practice this week and potentially return for a Week 14 divisional clash against the New Orleans Saints. McMillan isn't as far along as Evans, so the 23-year-old probably won't be ready to return from IR this weekend. McMillan was expected to have a role in Tampa's passing attack this year before his serious injury in the summer, but expectations should be tempered for him if he's able to return, especially after the strong contributions from rookies
Emeka Egbuka and
Tez Johnson in his absence.
--Keith HernandezSource: Buccaneers.com - Scott Smith
December 1, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers head coach Todd Bowles said on Monday that "it's a possibility" that wide receiver
Mike Evans (collarbone) could start doing more and practice this week, according to the Pewter Report. Evans remains on Injured Reserve after breaking his collarbone back in Week 7, but reports over the weekend suggested that he could return as early as Week 14 versus the division-rival New Orleans Saints if he has a good week of practice. It would be a huge addition for Tampa's offense as they battle to win the NFC South division. Evans, a six-time Pro Bowler with 11 1,000-yard seasons in his career, apparently has healed quickly from a clean collarbone break, and he could be an asset for fantasy managers in the playoffs from Weeks 15-17. In four games before getting hurt, he had 14 catches for 140 yards and one touchdown on 32 targets. Pick Evans up now off the waiver wire if he's available.
--Keith HernandezSource: Pewter Report
December 1, 2025
Carolina Panthers tight end
Mitchell Evans caught all three of his targets for 20 yards and totaled 5.0 PPR points in Sunday's upset win over the Los Angeles Rams. The Carolina TE played on 53% of snaps in Week 13, his highest percentage since Week 6. In 13 games played this season, Evans has averaged 3.1 PPR points per game. After a bye, Carolina will face the New Orleans Saints for the second time in 2025 in Week 15. Over the last four weeks leading up to Week 13, the Saints ranked 19th in Fantasy Points Per Game allowed to TEs. When the Panthers last faced New Orleans, Evans was a non-factor, failing to catch his only target. Although the matchup is favorable for TEs, none of the Carolina TEs should be rostered during the fantasy football playoffs. Evans has been targeted more than once in a game four times this year.
--Sean Engel - RotoBallerSource: RotoBaller
December 1, 2025
The Minnesota Vikings announced on Monday that they have waived wide receiver
Adam Thielen. The 35-year-old wideout's role on offense in Minnesota had been dropping since their bye back in Week 6. The Vikings will now part ways with Thielen after they made him a healthy scratch for Sunday's blowout loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 13. With Thielen out of the picture for the rest of the year in a lost season for the Vikings, it will give
Tai Felton and
Myles Price more chances to contribute as depth options behind
Justin Jefferson,
Jordan Addison, and
Jalen Nailor. However, with second-year quarterback
J.J. McCarthy (concussion) injured and struggling mightily in what is essentially his rookie season, all of Minnesota's pass-catchers have taken a big hit to their fantasy stock in 2025. In 11 games back with the Vikes this year, Thielen only produced eight catches on 18 targets for 69 yards and no touchdowns.
--Keith HernandezSource: Minnesota Vikings
December 1, 2025
Carolina Panthers wide receiver
Xavier Legette logged another quiet performance in Carolina's Week 13 surprising triumph over the Los Angeles Rams. The Carolina WR caught one of his two targets for one yard. This is the second time in the last four weeks that Legette finished a game with fewer than 10 yards. The Panthers will be up against New Orleans for the second time this season in Week 15 after a bye. In the last four weeks leading up to Week 13, the Saints ranked 20th in Fantasy Points Per Game Allowed to WRs. Legette registered no fantasy points vs. the Saints in Week 10 and was targeted only once. The second-year wide receiver has finished with less than 5.0 PPR points over four of the last six weeks. It is apparent that Legette has no statistical floor, and he should not be rostered heading into the fantasy football playoffs.
--Sean Engel - RotoBallerSource: RotoBaller
December 1, 2025
The UCLA Bruins are expected to bring in James Madison head coach Bob Chesney as their new head coach, according to On3Sports. The 48-year-old has an excellent 131-51 career record between his time with the Dukes, Holy Cross, Assumption, and Salve Regina. His two-year stint with James Madison was the first time he coached at the FBS level, so the step-up to the Big Ten is a big one. Chesney took over for now-Indiana head coach Curt Cigentti in Harrisonburg and tallied a 20-5 record over 25 games. The Dukes are in line to face Troy in the Sun Belt Conference Championship Game on Friday. Part of Chesney's task at UCLA could be continuing the development of quarterback Nico Iamaleava, but it remains to be seen if he'll stay in Los Angeles under the new regime. UCLA is 8-16 over the last two seasons following three consecutive bowl game berths under Chip Kelly.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: On3 on X
December 1, 2025
Carolina Panthers rookie first-round wide receiver
Tetairoa McMillan wasn't very busy in Week 13 but still made a notable impact in the Panthers' stunning 31-28 victory over the Los Angeles Rams. The rookie WR was targeted just twice, his lowest target count of the season. However, McMillan caught a 43-yard touchdown pass in the fourth quarter that proved to be the game-clinching score. McMillan has now caught TD passes in three consecutive games, and he finished Week 13 with 11.3 PPR points. In Week 15, after a bye, Carolina will face the New Orleans Saints in a Week 10 rematch. In the first meeting against the Saints, McMillan finished with 60 yards on five receptions. New Orleans ranked 20th in Fantasy Points Per Game allowed to WRs in the four weeks leading up to Week 13. Although he did not see much volume in Week 13, McMillan has a favorable matchup in Week 15, where he is likely to see more targets. Due to his solid fantasy floor this season, McMillan is worth considering as a WR3 or flex start.
--Sean Engel - RotoBallerSource: RotoBaller
December 1, 2025
Carolina Panthers running back
Rico Dowdle rushed for only 58 yards on 18 carries during Week 13's 31-28 upset win over the Los Angeles Rams. The Carolina RB also added 21 receiving yards on two receptions, totaling 9.9 PPR points. It was the first time since Weeks 7-8 that Dowdle ended back-to-back games with less than 12 PPR points. For the first time since being named the starting RB in Week 9, Dowdle was outplayed by
Chuba Hubbard, who registered 20.4 PPR points on 124 scrimmage yards and a receiving touchdown. The workload between the two RBs was split, and Hubbard took the most snaps (59%). In Week 15, Dowdle and the Panthers face the New Orleans Saints for the second time this season after a bye. In the last four weeks leading up to Week 13, the Saints ranked 13th in Fantasy Points Per Game allowed to RBs. During the Panthers' prior game against New Orleans in Week 10, Dowdle finished with 63 scrimmage yards and a rushing TD. With the possibility of Dowdle now being in a timeshare with Hubbard, he cannot be regarded as a must-start player regardless of matchup anymore. But he should still be a good start against the Saints, because the surprising Panthers may totally control the flow of the matchup. If Carolina rolls to a big win, you should see Dowdle get into the end zone at least once.
--Sean Engel - RotoBallerSource: RotoBaller
December 1, 2025
New Orleans Saints rookie running back
Devin Neal made the first start of his NFL career in Sunday's 21-17 loss to the hosting Miami Dolphins in Week 13. Neal handled a team-high 14 carries for 47 yards (3.4 yards per tote) while also adding three catches on three targets for an additional 22 yards through the air. The 22-year-old got the opportunity after veteran
Alvin Kamara (knee) suffered an MCL sprain in last week's loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Neal played a season-high 82% of the offensive snaps, with
Evan Hull seeing five rushing attempts as his backup. Although his production wasn't exactly head-turning on Sunday, Neal deserves more attention on the waiver wire this week (he's rostered in 57% of Yahoo leagues) since there's a good chance Kamara will miss more time. Neal will be at least an RB3/flex in fantasy in Week 14 against the division-rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers if Kamara is out again.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com
December 1, 2025
Green Bay Packers wide receiver
Jayden Reed (foot, shoulder) has been out since breaking his collarbone way back in Week 2, but he's been practicing in recent weeks and figures to be activated from Injured Reserve to make his return for a crucial Week 14 divisional clash against the Chicago Bears this weekend. The Packers will most likely ease Reed back onto the field after his long layoff due to a broken collarbone and after having surgery for a broken foot, but the 25-year-old is definitely deserving of being stashed in fantasy leagues for managers who have a shot at competing in the playoffs. Reed is widely available in Yahoo leagues, as he's only rostered in 38% of leagues heading into Week 14. Green Bay has a vast array of wideouts that they rotate on game days, but Reed has scored 18 total touchdowns in 35 career games and should have a key role once he's back up to speed following his injuries.
--Keith HernandezSource: Pro Football Reference
December 1, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver
Mike Evans (collarbone) has not played since breaking his collarbone in Week 7 and is on Injured Reserve, but he could be a factor for fantasy managers in the fantasy playoffs, which typically run from Weeks 15-17. The Buccaneers originally were optimistic that the 32-year-old veteran and future Hall of Famer would be able to return before the end of the regular season because of the fact that he suffered a clean break of his collarbone. Reports over the weekend suggested that Evans could even return as early as the team's Week 14 game on Sunday, Dec. 7, against the division-rival New Orleans Saints. Evans is currently rostered in only 58% of fantasy leagues, so if your team has a shot at playing beyond Week 14, he's someone to seriously consider picking up and stashing for the stretch run.
--Keith HernandezSource: Pro Football Reference
December 1, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver
Chris Godwin Jr. saw a steady increase in workload during Week 13's 20-17 win over the visiting Arizona Cardinals, reeling in 3-of-5 passes for 78 yards. The veteran saw a decent uptick in snap share this past weekend, eclipsing 50% of plays, and notching a team- and season-high with his yardage total. It's an encouraging outing for Godwin Jr., who has spent most of the season battling ankle and fibula injuries. He should continue to see his involvement rise over the coming weeks as he's further removed from the latter, and may hold some fantasy value yet down the stretch. The Penn State product's roster percentage is at one of its lowest rates in years, so now is a good time for fantasy managers to buy back in, particularly with a solid matchup in the New Orleans Saints slated for Week 14.
--Alex CiullaSource: ESPN
December 1, 2025
Indianapolis Colts wide receiver
Alec Pierce posted a nice bounce-back effort in Sunday's 20-16 home loss to the Houston Texans, corralling four of five looks for 78 yards and a touchdown. The former Cincinnati Bearcat was a letdown in a tough Week 12 meeting with the Chiefs, but he rewarded fantasy managers who stuck with him this past weekend and remains a critical piece of the Colts' attack. Pierce's TD -- his second of the campaign -- was another impressive downfield contested catch. While it may be difficult for him to surpass his career-high in touchdowns (seven) with only five games remaining, the 25-year-old is well on his way to smashing the rest of his personal bests. Currently, Pierce is still available in over 40% of leagues, and is a top waiver-wire target for fantasy managers in need of aid at the WR position.
--Alex CiullaSource: ESPN
December 1, 2025
Indianapolis Colts defensive back Sauce Gardner (calf) is considered week-to-week after injuring his calf in Sunday's 20-16 loss to their division-rival Houston Texans, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. Gardner was forced out of Week 13's home clash early due to a non-contact injury, so the fact that it's just a sprain is excellent news for the team. However, the issue is considered "mild," and the "hope" is that the fourth-year pro will be able to return by the end of the regular season, Rapoport notes. For now, teammates Mekhi Blackmon and Jaylon Jones figure to see increased playing time in Gardner's stead. While he'll miss some time, it's fortunate that the 25-year-old avoided a significant injury.
--Alex CiullaSource: Ian Rapoport
December 1, 2025
Carolina Panthers wide receiver
Jalen Coker was a bright spot for the team in their rain-soaked 31-28 win against the visiting Los Angeles Rams, compiling a 4/74/1 line on six targets. The second-year pro was a key contributor in the upset victory, posting team-highs across the board, while snagging his first touchdown of the campaign. Since returning from a quad injury seven games ago, Coker has racked up 18 receptions and 224 yards (25 targets). The numbers are modest at best, although he's just 63 receiving yards behind teammate
Xavier Legette, who is only ten catches ahead of him despite making four more appearances. Quarterback
Bryce Young has been up and down, but he looked good on Sunday in a tough matchup with less-than-ideal conditions, and Coker has displayed explosiveness getting off the line. He's firmly on the fantasy radar.
--Alex CiullaSource: ESPN
December 1, 2025
Denver Broncos rookie running back RJ Harvey scored twice in Sunday's 27-26 overtime win over the Washington Commanders. Harvey had 13 carries for 35 yards and two touchdowns, while adding three catches for 27 yards on four targets. While Harvey out-touched backup running back Jaleel McLaughin 16 to seven, the most encouraging part about that was seeing him get the goal-line touchdowns. Down the stretch, Harvey will likely be forced into a key contributor role in the Broncos' offense as he now has eight touchdowns in his rookie year. After having only six touches for 18 total yards when Harvey faced the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 10, he will be poised for more work during their Week 14 rematch. Despite the rough outing in the previous matchup against the Raiders, Harvey is a must-start and a borderline RB1 heading into Week 14. --Luke DeMarcusSource: ESPN
December 1, 2025
Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram flashes vintage form in a 27-26 overtime win against the Washington Commanders. Engram led the team in targets with nine, catching six of those for 79 yards and no touchdowns. With a long 41-yard catch and run in overtime, Engram nearly matched his season high in yardage for a game with that catch alone. It will still be tough to trust Engram going forward despite his breakout game. The Broncos are set to face the Las Vegas Raiders for a second time this season in Week 14. Engram caught two passes for 12 yards in the previous game against Las Vegas in Week 10. Despite Engram's solid performance on Sunday night, Engram is difficult to trust and is mainly an option in deep leagues in a division rematch vs. the Raiders. --Luke DeMarcusSource: ESPN
December 1, 2025
Denver Broncos wide receiver Troy Franklin took a step backward in the offense on a night when quarterback Bo Nix attempted 45 passes in their 27-26 overtime win against the Washington Commanders. Franklin averaged nine targets per game in the five games before the bye week, but regressed to having just three in Week 13, catching two of them for 21 yards and no touchdowns. Perhaps the resurgence of tight end Evan Engram (nine targets) stifled Franklin's production for what could've been a one-off dud, but this will be something to watch as the team is coming off their bye week. Franklin had five catches for 40 yards and a touchdown while facing the Las Vegas Raiders in Week 10, so he will look to replicate that at least for Week 14.--Luke DeMarcusSource: ESPN
December 1, 2025
Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton found the end zone and scored for the first time since Week 9 in a close 27-26 overtime win against the Washington Commanders. Coming off the bye week, Sutton rewarded those who started him with five catches on six targets for 62 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's OT victory. Even more surprisingly, Sutton did this while being third on the team in targets. The 30-year-old was behind tight end Evan Engram (nine) and Pat Bryant (seven), and ahead of the supposed new alpha receiver of the group, Troy Franklin, who had just three targets. With the Las Vegas Raiders on tap again for the upcoming week, Sutton will look to redeem himself after having only three catches for 24 yards against them in Week 10. Fantasy managers can start Sutton with confidence as he's a low-end WR2 in a plus matchup vs. Las Vegas entering Week 14. --Luke DeMarcusSource: ESPN
December 1, 2025
Denver Broncos quarterback
Bo Nix had another hard-fought game while leading his team to a ninth straight win after defeating the Washington Commanders 27-26 on Sunday Night Football. In the overtime win, Nix completed 29 of his 45 pass attempts for 321 yards, one touchdown, and one interception while adding two carries for 16 yards. In perhaps Nix's flashiest play of the season so far, he found wider receiver
Courtland Sutton in the end zone as his knee was inches from the ground for the Broncos' first score of the game. While Nix has flashed greatness at times in 2025, fantasy managers are still aiming for his late 2024 form, when he threw 12 touchdowns over his final four games. Nix will try to lead the Broncos to their 10th straight win over the Las Vegas Raiders and is a borderline low-end QB1 in a plus matchup heading into Week 14.
--Luke DeMarcusSource: ESPN
December 1, 2025
New LSU head coach Lane Kiffin will make $13 million annually with his new contract in Baton Rouge, tying him with Georgia head coach Kirby Smart for the highest-paid coach in college football. LSU would owe him 80% of his remaining contract if he is fired without cause. The 50-year-old officially accepted the Tigers' coaching gig on Sunday after leading Ole Miss to a program-record 11 regular-season wins in 2025. Overall, Kiffin tallied a 55-19 record in Oxford, including four seasons of at least 10 wins and three bowl-game victories. The son of the late Monte Kiffin is known for his explosive offenses and strong personality, and he'll have no shortage of resources and in-state talent to chase a College Football Playoff National Championship in his fifth head-coaching position in college football.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: Chris Low - On3Sports
December 1, 2025
New York Jets wide receiver
John Metchie III may have been a disappointment for fantasy in Week 13, but he's still trending positively with the team's offensive attack finally gaining some traction in the campaign. The 25-year-old continued his heavy utilization in New York's 27-24 home win over the Atlanta Falcons, nabbing 4-of-8 passes for 19 yards. It isn't what managers expected, particularly after Metchie III strung together two double-digit fantasy-point outings. Even with the down game, though, the usage was there, and veteran quarterback
Tyrod Taylor has been a decent boost for the Jets' offense, making the former Houston Texan a decent prospective waiver claim. Teammate
Garrett Wilson (knee) may return in two weeks, but Metchie III looks to be carving out a solid role with his new team. He'll get the Dolphins at home in Week 14.
--Alex CiullaSource: ESPN
December 1, 2025
Minnesota Vikings running back
Jordan Mason has recorded single-digit touches in each of his last four games. However, the 26-year-old may step into a much more prominent role going forward after fellow Vikings back
Aaron Jones Sr. (shoulder) suffered a shoulder injury during the team's Week 13 loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Across the four games that Jones Sr. missed earlier this season with a hamstring injury, Mason recorded 301 scrimmage yards and four touchdowns on 66 touches. Minnesota's offense as a whole has spiraled downwards in recent weeks, recording six points combined over its last two games. However, Minnesota could get quarterback
J.J. McCarthy (concussion) back in Week 14, and the Vikings have a far more favorable matchup against the Washington Commanders. If Jones Sr. is forced to miss time, Mason would have starting fantasy appeal in Week 14. He's worth targeting on the waiver wire even if more clarity around Jones Sr.'s status does not come until later in the week.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
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