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Every Tuesday throughout the season, our NFL Nation reporters answer fantasy-football questions. Here is what they had to share after Week 11.
This offense requires a receiver to step in and take the lead. Demarcus Robinson That was 9 catches and 128 yards against the Panthers. Are these fantasy managers required to take action or is this a one-week anomaly?
This is why it’s an outlier Lamar Jackson‘s history. Jackson has completed 449 passes wide receivers in 2019, ranking 22nd among the NFL. Jackson prefers tight ends to throw to. This is why Jackson prefers to throw to tight ends. Mark Andrews This is the safest fantasy play in the passing games. Robinson could still produce consistently if his openness continues. According to Next Gen Stats, Robinson was open on Sunday (3-plus yards of separation for five of his nine targets). Ravens will also be looking to acquire wide receivers Devin Duvernay Robinson could have to do more, which could reduce his productivity. — Jamison Hensley
Did James Cook 11 carries, 86.2 yards) are enough to warrant an extended role. Does it make a difference? Devin SingletaryWhat is the bottom line?
Consistently? No, we aren’t there yet. This is something to be aware of as the Bills’ running game improves. Singletary remains the lead back, however, this offense is still in development. Soon, eventually Nyheim Hines Cook has the chance to be more involved in the offense. Cook set a record for yardage and the Bills continue to ease him in. However, it’s unclear if his success will change from week to week. Singletary will still have many opportunities, and Cook could develop a more consistent role as the season progresses. — Alaina Getzenberg
Is it the right time to give in? D’Andre Swift Are you able to get to a 15 touch role at any stage in the stretch?
This is the end. Jamaal Williams He’s Detroit’s leading back, and that’s largely because he’s always available. He has fought through the pain from ankle and shoulder injuries that kept Swift out of action for three games. He could be rewarded by the coaching staff with a 15-touch match, but that is not likely to be his role as he continues to find his way. Williams leads the NFL with 12 total rushing touchdowns and just came off a three-touchdown performance during Detroit’s win over the Detroit Lions. New York Giants Their third consecutive. Duce Staley, Lions running backs coach is well-known to be the hot hand at the backfield. — Eric Woodyard
There were 75 catches, 997 yards and 12 touchdowns. Davante AdamsHis first season as a featured target for Green Bay. Let’s get bold: Christian Watson These thresholds will be over/under-recognized in 2023.
Adams was in his third year with the NFL. Watson was more experienced than Adams, so let us look at the catch count. Watson has a bit more speed and Adams doesn’t have the extra game Adams had in 2016, so there is a good chance of Watson running with more yardage. Watson has only five touchdowns in the last two games. It seems that Watson will need to surpass 12 next season. It’s also under there. (And what if Aaron Rodgers (If he’s not the quarterback in the following season, then I reserve all rights to change to the over on all three. — Rob Demovsky
Parris Campbell Continues to be a popular choice for many looks Matt Ryan under center. Is he or Michael Pittman close in terms the yards and targets they will reach?
Although it’s difficult to predict what the playcaller will do, Parks Frazier to Frank Reich has changed. However, Campbell has been playing 80% of offensive snaps since Frazier took control. He’s at about the same level as he was all season so it indicates that he is still a key part of the team’s plans. Ryan can also throw the crossers Campbell loves to run so it is a natural fit. Their chemistry was evident as early as training camp, and I expect it will continue that way throughout the season. — Stephen Holder
Fantasy managers should read everything into Damien Harris More carry than Rhamondre Stevenson (1-5) in the first half? Stevenson is an option in the passing, but does he risk losing ground work?
The Jets may consider this a changeup in order to give them something different. After all, the Jets had played three weeks before and Stevenson was the top back then. The change, while unexpected this week was in keeping with Bill Belichick’s game plan-specific approach. Stevenson was able to play 49 snaps against the Jets while Harris only played 15. This is a sign of team confidence in Stevenson. — Mike Reiss
Fantasy managers should be investing in this scoring outburst Juwan Johnson?
To a point. Johnson, who was a convert receiver, is clearly showing his potential as a second-year quarterback. The Saints see Johnson before any other TEs in short situations and in red zone. He will be used as much as possible. Johnson will still be used. It is not clear if the Saints offense can trust him to continue getting him into the end zone. But, if they are in situations where they must throw often to catch them up, Johnson will be one heavy target. — Katherine Terrell
Is it possible to count on this volume? Darius Slayton?
The Giants are short of trustworthy receivers. Slayton, who has at least six targets in the past three games, is the only constant in this group. He is Daniel JonesThe Giants’ safety blanket and their clear-cut WR1 Slayton is the only player you can count upon to catch multiple balls every week. The Giants might be playing catch up against more quality competition, so Slayton makes a good fantasy WR2 player. — Jordan Raanan
False or true: Not one Jet fantasy manager should start.
False. False. Michael Carter This week’s Bears matchup merits serious consideration. The Bears are 29th in rush defense and will be relying heavily on their ground game. — Rich Cimini
Has Najee Harris He has turned the corner for his loyal fantasy manager?
That’s my cautious optimism. Harris has shown great improvement since the bye week, running back-to-back games at least 90 yards. These are his two best performances of the season. Harris runs with conviction and looks more like the 2021 version. He also enjoys hard, downhill runs. Harris is producing steadily, despite Steelers’ inconsistency from quarter to quarter. — Brooke Pryor
Treylon Burks On Thursday night, he led the team in catches (7), targets (8), and yards (111). Are these a quick fix or a late-season difference-maker?
Burks’ success is a sign that there are more to come. However, his target share might be inconsistent. The Titans have been trying to figure out ways to get him to the game all season. Because the Titans are so focused on the run game, there aren’t always many opportunities. Burk is expected to make big plays through the play-action pass game. Burks’ 51-yard touchdown reception to seal the Packers win is a great example of how quarterback and Burks can work together. Ryan Tannehill When teams concentrate on stopping, they can benefit from one-on-1 opportunities Derrick Henry. — Turron Davenport