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Ezekiel Elliott Disappears Against 'Skins
10/21:Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott wasn't able to do much in the 20-17 loss to the Washington Redskins on Sunday. Zeke was targeted six times by quarterback Dak Prescott but was only able to haul in two receptions for an underwhelming nine yards in addition to 15 rushing attempts for 33 yards. With only two touchdowns under his belt this season, Zeke and the boys will get a week off before meeting with the Titans on Monday Night Football, a team that ranks in the top five in fantasy points allowed to opposing backs.Source: ESPN
Isaiah Crowell Can't Get It Done On Sunday
10/21:New York Jets running back Isaiah Crowell ran for a subpar 29 yards off of 11 carries in the loss to the Vikings on Sunday. Despite coming in with an injury designation as a result of a bum ankle, the 25-year-old was able to go, even though he wasn't able to get much done nor was he able to capitalize on the premature departure of running back Bilal Powell (neck). Crowell will likely practice sparingly throughout the week with him potentially seeing an increase in touches against the Bears next Sunday if Powell isn't in the lineup.Source: ESPN
Sam Darnold Struggles Against Minnesota
10/21:New York Jets quarterback Sam Darnold had a tough afternoon as his team fell to the Vikings in a lopsided loss on Sunday. The rookie connected on only 17 of his 42 pass attempts, ending the day with only one touchdown and a miserable three interceptions. The Jets were missing wide receiver Quincy Enunwa (ankle) and the recently released Terrelle Pryor, and as a result, it was apparent the 21-year-old had too much on his plate in this one. Darnold and company will look to get things on track when they play the Bears next Sunday.Source: ESPN
Michael Thomas' Touchdown Keys Comeback Win
10/21:New Orleans Saints wide receiver Michael Thomas caught seven passes for 69 yards, including a crucial touchdown catch, in the Saints comeback win over the Ravens. Thomas had been quiet on offense the past few weeks but quarterback Drew Brees found the standout wide receiver when it mattered most. Thomas will continue to be an excellent WR1 choice heading into Week 8.Source: New Orleans Saints
Alvin Kamara Totals 74 Yards, One Touchdown
10/21:New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara carried the ball 17 times for 64 yards with 11 receiving yards and one touchdown in the Saints 24-23 win over the Ravens. Kamara punched in a 2-yard run for a score to bring the Saints within three at the time. One week after teammate Mark Ingram stole touches from Kamara, the second-year stud was back in the driver seat in the backfield. Kamara is a solid RB1 choice moving forward.Source: New Orleans Saints
Drew Brees Tosses 500th Touchdown In Win
10/21:New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees completed 22 of 30 passes for 212 yards and two touchdowns in the Saints 24-23 win over the Ravens. Brees threw his 500th career touchdown in the game as the Saints barely escaped with the victory. The veteran quarterback typically struggles on the road but was able to make enough plays in the second half. Brees will continue to be a QB1 moving forward.Source: New Orleans Saints
Maurice Harris Making Little Of Opportunities
10/21:Washington Redskins wide receiver Maurice Harris has seen a considerable increase in playing time in the absences of Paul Richardson and Jamison Crowder in recent weeks, but he's been unable to capitalize on it. His three catches for 22 yards in Sunday's victory over Dallas bring his season totals in those categories to nine and 82. This shouldn't come as any surprise considering the unimpressive numbers collectively put up by Redskins wideouts in 2018, but if there was any chance for Harris to permanently earn more playing time, he hasn't exactly taken it by the horns. He remains on a long list of Washington pass-catchers not worth fantasy consideration.Source: ESPN.com
Redskins Defense Emerging In Fantasy Conversation
10/21:The Washington Redskins defense has not been flashy, nor do they possess the marquee names of some of the league's most vaunted units. After a Week 7 victory over the Cowboys, however, they have limited four of their six opponents to 17 points or fewer. They've also forced 11 turnovers, and converted one of those into what turned out to be a game-deciding touchdown against Dallas. Even more intriguing from a fantasy perspective, they've gotten some of the more dangerous offenses on their schedule out of the way already (Packers, Saints, Panthers). Keep an eye on the Redskins D/ST going forward, and don't be afraid to pick them up off the waiver wire for Week 8 against the struggling Giants.Source: ESPN.com
Brandin Cooks Scores Touchdown In Week 7
10/21:Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Brandin Cooks didn't have the biggest yardage total on the day, but he salvaged it thanks to a touchdown. He finished the day with four catches for 64 yards and the touchdown. While Cooks doesn't have the same volume share of fellow wideout Robert Woods, he is more likely to catch the long ball on a weekly basis. Cooks can disappear at times, but he has been pretty consistent in this high-powered offense. That should continue after this week.Source: ESPN
Josh Doctson Unproductive Against Cowboys
10/21:Washington Redskins wide receiver Josh Doctson continued what has been an incredibly underwhelming season in Sunday's win over the Cowboys. Doctson hauled in three catches on six targets for 42 yards, finally breaking the 100-yard mark on the season. With how forgettable 2018 has been for Redskins wide receivers, one would think that the team would actively try to find a go-to guy among them. Unfortunately for fantasy owners seeking out value among Redskins pass-catchers, Washington's formula for success includes much larger quantities of rushing than passing. There just isn't enough volume to go around, and Doctson remains well beyond the outskirts of the fantasy conversation as a result.Source: ESPN.com
Robert Woods Leads Team In Week 7 Targets
10/21:Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Robert Woods continues to lead the team in targets, which helps maintain his value every week. In Week 7, he finished with five catches for 78 yards on seven targets. Woods doesn't have the big-play ability of fellow wideout Brandin Cooks, but his volume helps win out. While wide receiver Cooper Kupp (knee) is out, Woods will continue to have an increased workload. Moving forward, Woods remains firmly in the WR2 conversation with WR1 upside, depending on the matchup.Source: ESPN
Dede Westbrook Records Four Catches In Week 7
10/21:Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Dede Westbrook caught four passes for 17 yards in Sunday's loss to the Texans. Westbrook was targeted just four times in this game, ranking just fifth on the team. In a crowded receiving group, Westbrook isn't doing much to stand out aside from a pair of touchdown passes this season. He's starting to fall out of the flex conversation and is becoming a touchdown-or-bust option who's more likely to do the latter.Source: ESPN
Todd Gurley Scores Three Touchdowns In Week 7
10/21:Los Angeles Rams running back Todd Gurley didn't have his biggest yardage total of the season in Week 7, but he had a big day overall. He finished the day with 15 carries for 63 yards and two touchdowns to go along with four catches and 23 yards with one touchdown. Gurley remains a locked-in RB1 in all formats. Last season, he finished second in MVP voting and he has been the most consistent performer this season, which could help his case this year. Games like Sunday are almost a guarantee for Gurley every week, so he should continue this torrid pace moving forward.Source: ESPN
Kapri Bibbs Catches Touchdown Against Cowboys
10/21:Washington Redskins running back Kapri Bibbs found himself slightly more involved in the offense on Sunday than he was last week. He saw five targets in the passing game, converting those into four catches for 43 yards and a touchdown. Bibbs has temporarily taken over the Chris Thompson role in Washington's offense, as he's clearly utilized only in the passing game and leaves a large majority of the rushing work to Adrian Peterson. If Thompson continues to be hampered by injury going forward, Bibbs could carve out more of a role for himself. He's at least worth a bench spot in deep PPR leagues for the time being.Source: ESPN.com
Keelan Cole Has Forgettable Week 7
10/21:Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Keelan Cole caught two passes for 21 yards in Sunday's loss to the Houston Texans. Cole was targeted seven times, but he's now hauled in 41 yards or fewer in four of the last five weeks and appears to be falling down the ladder in terms of utilization in the Jacksonville offense.Source: ESPN
