RB

Sit9

Tyjae Spears is active and will take a lot of the catching work, and with Seattle’s tough run defense and Tennessee likely losing big, Pollard probably does very little unless he scores a touchdown. Sit him this week unless you get late news that he’ll get goal-line chances or you’re okay taking a risky play. Want 4 more details?

RB

Rachaad White

Sit4

He's been playing poorly and losing work to teammates, so sit White this week against the Rams. If your league is small or Bucky Irving is active, consider dropping him; in deeper leagues keep him on your bench but watch who gets the carries. Want 4 more details?

WR

Ja'Marr Chase

Sit6

He's expected to miss Week 12 because of a one-game suspension, so don't play him. Pick someone else this week — Bengals targets should shift to other receivers until it's officially announced he's back. Want 9 more details?

WR

Jameson Williams

Start9

Start Williams — he's been getting more targets and touchdowns recently, and with LaPorta out and a friendly matchup against the Giants in the dome he should see plenty of chances. He can still be boom-or-bust since he often needs a long play to pop, but the recent streak makes him worth starting this week. Want 21 more details?

Strong consensus from highly credible sources. Overall confidence 74% in 21 sources updated about 2 months ago

Consensus from multiple outlets: Williams is on a clear upward trajectory under new play-calling and with Sam LaPorta on IR. Recent evidence: multi-week TD streak (3–4 games noted across sources), at least 65 receiving yards + a TD in three straight games, 6+ targets per game in that span, and ~20 fantasy PPG in the hottest stretch. Matchup is favorable — vs. the Giants, who rank among the worst teams vs. outside WRs and have allowed top-6 WR fantasy outputs; the game has a high projected total (~50.5) and is at Ford Field (dome), which benefits Detroit’s passing attack. Usage profile supports start: Williams runs ~77% of routes out wide, is a true deep threat (18.1 YPR) and is being targeted more in open space. Risk: some volatility remains because much of his upside comes from big plays, and sample size is still relatively small, but the expert agreement, strong matchup, and volume make him a start in most formats. Recommend starting Williams this week and treating him as a high-upside WR1/WR2 depending on your roster construction (tournament upside for boom weeks; safe start in PPR/standard given matchup).

11/23 Start (100%) Giants secondary is porous (29th in points allowed, 28th vs outside WRs, passer rating allowed 138.3). Williams is a deep threat (18.1 YPR), 10 catches for 207 yards and 2 TDs in his last two games—projects multiple explosive plays and to exceed 60 receiving yards.
11/23 Start Projected to bounce back alongside Lions offense vs weak Giants defense — start in most formats.
11/23 Start (77%) Hot stretch with 10 catches for 207 yards and 2 TDs over last two games and faces Giants who are permissive to WR fantasy production; should continue to produce.
11/23 Start (69%) Has 65+ yards and a TD in three straight games; back at home vs. Giants who allow the 6th-most fantasy points to WRs.
11/21 Start (100%) Hot streak with three touchdowns in three games since bye; Giants secondary allows chunk plays and Detroit benefits from indoor home games.
11/21 Start (100%) Strong YPRR against man coverage (2.53) and benefits from Goff thriving vs man; recommended to 'fire him up' given the matchup.
11/21 Start (100%) Hot three-game stretch with top-10 finishes; playing at Ford Field in a dome (favorable passing environment) against the Giants, who are the sixth-easiest matchup for WRs and a game with a high projected total (50.5). Expect continued volume and scoring opportunities.
11/21 Start In form with a 3-game TD streak and regular big-play production; expected to continue making impact against the Giants.
11/21 Start Increased role after Dan Campbell took over playcalling — three straight games of 6+ targets and a TD; faces a defense that allows significant fantasy production to WRs.
11/21 Start (100%) Trend is positive with new playcalling and increased role with Sam LaPorta on IR; favorable matchup vs Giants who have given up a lot to receivers this season.
11/21 Start (100%) Elevation under Dan Campbell/play-caller change (WR1 in recent games) and an easier matchup vs. the Giants make Williams a startable option this week.
11/21 Start (100%) Hot three-game streak with two recent top-6 finishes; returning to Ford Field (dome) where Detroit passing excels; Giants are the 6th-easiest matchup for WRs and the game has a high projected total (50.5).
11/21 Start Article says Jameson Williams’ breakout has arrived, indicating he’s live for fantasy and should be started if rostered.
11/21 Start (100%) Hot stretch: 20.1 fantasy PPG over past 3 games, a touchdown in each, and 6+ targets each game. Matchup vs. New York Giants who have allowed heavy production to out-wide receivers and deep targets; Williams runs 77% of routes out wide.
11/21 Start (56%) Author 'loves' Williams this week vs. the Giants; New York has allowed the fourth-most receiving yards to WRs and the sixth-most fantasy PPG to the position.
11/21 Trade Recommended late-season buy — has 14+ fantasy points in 4 of his last 5 games since Dan Campbell took over and is trending up.
11/21 Start Analyst placed him in 'feels good' — upside and usage under Dan Campbell's scheme makes him startable.
11/21 Start Described as a must-start following Sam LaPorta's injury and new playcalling that showcases his speed — high upside and clear role.
11/21 Start (100%) Has at least 65 yards and a touchdown in three straight games and returns home versus a Giants defense giving up the sixth-most fantasy points to wide receivers.
11/21 Start Named a lineup lock for Detroit with strong upside when involved; projected to be part of Lions' passing attack.
11/21 Start (100%) Hot streak: touchdowns in 4 of 5 games and strong recent fantasy production (~19.7 FP in those games); Lions are targeting him more in open space — article says 'good time to start' him and ranks him top-20 for rest of season.

RB

D'Andre Swift

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He's the Bears' main running back, healthy, and has been getting a lot of touches lately, so start him this week for steady points against Pittsburgh. Just know the team sometimes splits short-yardage and goal-line plays, so his scoring upside is limited and you could trade him if someone offers a big return for the playoffs. Want 10 more details?

Strong consensus from highly credible sources. Overall confidence 45% in 10 sources updated about 2 months ago

Consensus from multiple analysts: Swift is the Bears' lead back (removed from injury report, others ruled out) with heavy recent usage (18+ touches in 3 of 4 games, 21 carries and 90 yards in Week 11) and a steady pass-catching role. Most experts list him as a low-end RB2/RB12 this week given projected volume and a favorable matchup vs Pittsburgh/expectation Bears will lean on him. Counterpoints: he operates in a split backfield (goal-line work shared with Khalil Herbert/Kyle Monangai), has inconsistent red-zone usage which limits ceiling, and one analyst recommends selling high ahead of a tougher remaining schedule. Overall the evidence supports starting him this week for floor and reliable touches; consider a trade if you can get strong upside return for playoff weeks.

11/23 Start Averaging 13.76 half-PPR ppg, getting majority of touches and targets despite increased usage for backup (recently hotter teammate) — reliable RB2/flex floor and should be started for consistency.
11/23 Start Safer start vs Steelers — heavy recent touch counts, good pass-catching role and steady efficiency.
11/23 Start (51%) Removed from Chicago's injury report and called out as the starter after Roschon Johnson and Travis Homer were ruled out; should receive lead work.
11/21 Start Has rushed for 80 and 90 yards in recent weeks since returning from injury — a nice RB2 option despite Pittsburgh generally limiting RBs.
11/21 Start (100%) Recommended as a No. 2 fantasy RB for Week 12; should bounce back vs Pittsburgh after 21 carries and 90 yards in Week 11, has 18+ touches in three of past four games and Bears likely to lean on him; top-15 upside despite Monangai scoring recently.
11/21 Trade Recommended to sell/trade high — despite solid recent usage and a strong target floor, he’s in a split backfield with Khalil Herbert/Kyle Manangai sharing goal-line work, Bears have a tough remaining schedule, and his red-zone usage is inconsistent, making his upside limited for playoff weeks.
11/21 Start Leads the Bears backfield in volume (21 carries last week) and should be a low-end RB2; start if rostered.
11/21 Start Author places Swift in the 'feels good' category — strong volume, good matchup vs Pittsburgh, consistent involvement in both run & pass.
11/21 Sit Very consistent this season but this week draws a tough matchup vs Pittsburgh, which has been playing better — expect a suppressed workload/output.
11/21 Start Listed as a Week 12 lineup lock for the Bears; projected as RB12 with solid usage and favorable matchup in projected Bears win.

TE

Kyle Pitts

Start6

If Drake London sits, start Kyle Pitts — he should see a lot of throws with Cousins and the Falcons thin at receiver, and he caught nine passes last time London missed. If London and Mooney both play, consider benching Pitts because the passing game can be messy. Want 10 more details?

Moderate consensus from highly credible sources. Overall confidence 51% in 10 sources updated about 2 months ago

Strong expert consensus to start: multiple analysts (Yahoo/Justin Boone, RotoPat, Adam Koffler, Scott Pianowski/Yahoo, FantasyPros, and others) expect Pitts to be the Falcons’ primary target with Drake London sidelined and Kirk Cousins under center. Clear supporting evidence: when London missed previously Pitts saw 9 targets/9 catches from Cousins, showing a real ceiling and role expansion in that scenario. Matchup vs. the Saints is frequently called favorable and the Falcons’ receiving depth is thin (Mooney struggling), which should funnel target share to Pitts. Counterpoints noted by a minority (thefantasyheadliners) highlight Cousins’ inconsistency and Atlanta’s “broken” offense, which creates floor risk; the start recommendation assumes London is inactive or limited. Overall risk/reward favors starting Pitts in TE slots this week for upside and target volume—start confidently if he’s active and London remains out; if London and Mooney both play, downgrade to matchup-dependent/bench consideration.

11/23 Start (69%) Absence of Drake London should increase Pitts' volume; previous game without London produced 9 catches (Week 8).
11/21 Start (100%) High target share expected with Kirk Cousins starting and Drake London (knee) out; caught all nine targets last time Cousins started, likely to lead Falcons in targets again.
11/21 Start (44%) Projected top pass-catcher for Falcons with Drake London unlikely to play and Darnell Mooney struggling; had team-high nine targets when London missed previously and matchup vs. Saints is favorable.
11/21 Start With Michael Penix Jr. and Drake London sidelined, Kirk Cousins has heavily targeted Pitts (9 targets in the previous similar scenario). He's effectively the Falcons' primary weapon, boosting target share and upside.
11/21 Monitor Should be in the conversation for starts if Drake London and Darnell Mooney are out/inactive — expected to pick up targets in a broken Atlanta offense; otherwise usage is uncertain.
11/21 Sit Drake London’s injury could create opportunity, but Kirk Cousins as QB reduces confidence in sustained volume and ceiling — not a trustworthy start right now.
11/21 Add Analyst explicitly recommended picking up Kyle Pitts if available; expected to see high target volume with Drake London sidelined.
11/21 Start Hosts were bullish on Pitts due to expected volume with Kirk Cousins starting; noted a prior 9-for-9 target game from Cousins and that Falcons' WR depth (without Drake London) should funnel targets to Pitts.
11/21 Start (100%) Drake London absence should increase Pitts' targets/volume; Pitts has ceiling despite underwhelming season; last time London missed Pitts had 9 catches — good upside versus Saints.
11/21 Start (100%) Described as the Falcons’ only weapon — implies high target share and TE fantasy value. Start him in TE slots this week if rostered.

WR

Michael Pittman Jr.

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The Chiefs’ defense makes big passing plays and touchdowns hard, so Pittman is a steady option who should get catches but probably won’t have a huge game — use him if you want reliable points or don’t have someone clearly better. Check who’s starting at quarterback and any injury news before kickoff. Want 14 more details?

Mixed consensus from highly credible sources. Overall confidence 41% in 14 sources updated about 2 months ago

Weighted synthesis: Chiefs present a tough matchup (top defense vs. WRs—fewest deep pass yards, few receiving TDs allowed). Multiple analysts recommend sitting because of matchup and Daniel Jones’ road/regression issues. However, several credible sources (NBC/Rotoworld, Adam Koffler, bdgefantasyfootball, TheFantasyHeadliners) argue Pittman maintains a high floor due to strong target volume/primary role in Indy’s offense, favorable game total (ceiling opportunity), and historical boost after byes. In PPR formats his consistent targets and projected receptions make him a viable high-floor FLEX/start; in standard scoring his upside is dampened by the Chiefs’ secondary and Jones’ turnover/pressure concerns, so he’s more of a borderline start. Overall the risk/reward favors starting him as a reliable volume-based option unless you have a clearly higher-upside WR to play. Monitor game-day QB and injury news.

11/23 Start Averaging 12.3 half-PPR ppg with seven games between 10–20 and tied a career-high with six TDs — ideal WR3/3-WR leagues flex who provides consistent double-digit floors and TD upside.
11/23 Start Picked over other WR options (Addison/Johnston) in full PPR — hosts preferred Pittman as the reliable PPR start among those choices.
11/23 Sit (69%) Often held under 60 yards; Chiefs are a top-7 toughest matchup for WRs and tied for fewest receiving TDs allowed; better to consider alternatives.
11/21 Start (44%) Historically targeted heavily after byes (averaging ~12 targets in similar situations) coming off a bye and in a game with a big total vs. Chiefs where Colts should need to throw.
11/21 Start Safest Indy option with volume and TD potential in a matchup that should force them to throw; expected to be the primary target.
11/21 Sit Lost volume to Alec Pierce recently and faces Kansas City, which allows one of the fewest fantasy points to WRs — recommend sitting this week.
11/21 Sit Tough matchup vs. the Kansas City Chiefs, who have given up the second-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers and are at home with motivation — lowers WR production upside.
11/21 Start (100%) Provides a reliable floor and the Colts-Chiefs game total is high, creating ceiling potential. The write-up explicitly recommends playing Pittman this week despite QB/matchup concerns.
11/21 Sit (100%) Tough matchup vs. Kansas City Chiefs who have allowed the fourth-fewest WR yards and touchdowns and second-fewest yards on deep passes; Chiefs limit out-wide receiver production — downgrade Pittman despite recent WR1 stretch.
11/21 Start Deserves a spot in lineups as a high-end flex/start; consistent target volume and Vegas projects solid receptions (4.5).
11/21 Add Hosts explicitly said 'Pittman's on waivers. Pick him up.' Strong recommendation to add Pittman in shallow leagues; suggested dropping Pierce or Booty to make room.
11/21 Sit (100%) Daniel Jones has regressed away from home with high turnover/pressure issues; Chiefs' pass rush pressures QBs and limit opposing WR production. Chiefs rank top in limiting WR yardage and touchdowns.
11/21 Sit (100%) Held under 60 yards in 5 of last 7 games; Chiefs are the 7th-hardest matchup for WRs and tied for fewest receiving TDs allowed — consider other options over Pittman this week.
11/21 Sit (100%) Article labels Pittman a 'matchup to avoid' at Kansas City: low recent target share and production, competing with Alec Pierce and Tyler Warren for volume, and Chiefs' secondary (McDuffie, Watson) has limited WR big games.

WR

DJ Moore

Sit5

He’s barely getting the ball and has one catch for 18 yards in the last two games, so don’t put him in your lineup this week. A rookie is taking his snaps and the Steelers are playing well, so in small leagues you can replace him and just watch injury and snap reports in case things change. Want 4 more details?

RB

Zach Charbonnet

Start6

Tennessee’s run defense is weak and Charbonnet has been getting steady carries, so he’s a good start who could find the end zone. If you also have Kenneth Walker, start Walker instead, and in smaller leagues or when you want a safer option, sit Charbonnet. Want 13 more details?

Moderate consensus from highly credible sources. Overall confidence 42% in 13 sources updated about 2 months ago

Consensus view: favorable matchup vs Tennessee’s weak run defense (high rushing-TD and fantasy points allowed to RBs) + Charbonnet’s steady involvement (around a ~40% role, 10+ carries in recent games) creates clear touchdown upside and usable flex floor. Counterpoints: split-backfield with Kenneth Walker limits ceiling and Charbonnet’s YPC is lower — he’s touchdown-dependent and inferior to Walker if you roster both. Recommendation: Start Charbonnet as an RB/FLEX in most formats (particularly 12+ team or TD-heavy formats and DFS), but bench him if you own both Seattle RBs and can start Walker instead or if you prefer safer floor plays in shallower leagues.

11/23 Start (100%) Steady work in a run-heavy Seattle offense and facing a Titans defense that has allowed the second-most rushing scores — a matchup that increases touchdown upside. He is touchdown-dependent and risky, but has upside this week.
11/23 Start Named as the third component of a risky anytime-TD ticket vs. Tennessee Titans — recommended only as a touchdown-prop/targeted gamble rather than guaranteed start if rostered.
11/23 Start Also a viable start vs Titans given matchup and expected workload split.
11/23 Monitor (65%) Likely to be used as the red-zone specialist in Seattle’s split backfield; high TD upside but uncertain overall snaps — monitor usage and consider in TD-dependent formats.
11/23 Start (100%) Text suggests Charbonnet should pick up a bigger share of production with Kenneth Walker's role in flux and calls the Titans a favorable matchup (27th-ranked vs RBs).
11/21 Start Has seen double-digit carries in 4 of past 5 games and benefits from Titans allowing the second-most rushing TDs — usable in 12+ team leagues.
11/21 Monitor (100%) Kenneth Walker III has been outplaying him and Charbonnet's YPC is lower; matchup vs Titans could yield red-zone volume but Charbonnet likely needs a TD to be fantasy-productive.
11/21 Sit Charbonnet lost work to Kenneth Walker III and should be downgraded/sat as Walker has the sizable usage advantage.
11/21 Start (52%) Has settled into a ~40% role but still sees 10+ carries recently; Kenneth Walker is being managed and the matchup vs Tennessee lends to Charbonnet getting meaningful touches and TD upside.
11/21 Sit If you own both Seattle RBs, play only one — Charbonnet is the inferior choice to Walker; play him only if he is your sole RB option.
11/21 Start Placed in 'dub flex' — positive matchup and expected to see meaningful carries though likely behind Walker in usage; reasonable flex play.
11/21 Start Despite inconsistent Seattle backfield usage, he draws a favorable matchup vs Cleveland (7th-most fantasy points allowed to RBs) and should be started if you need RB/ FLEX production.
11/21 Start Favorable matchup vs Tennessee (one of the worst run-Ds vs RBs); expected to earn consistent touches even with Kenneth Walker's presence — better percentage play than opponent option.

WR

Jauan Jennings

Sit4

Sit him — he’s lost targets with Brock Purdy back and the Panthers are tough on receivers. Only play Jennings in very deep leagues or if Brandon Aiyuk is out and you have no better options. Want 3 more details?

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