DFS Alerts
Ladarius Green limited in practice Wednesday
Green was listed with a knee injury, which is new, but ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler is reporting that it doesn’t seem serious. Green played his first game with the Steelers this past weekend, and despite only getting 12 snaps, he caught three passes for 30 yards. He should get on the field more this weekend in a beautiful matchup against the Browns. He’s certainly a player worth tracking; if we get positive reports the rest of the week, he could become a sneaky tournament option in Week 11.
As reported by: Jeremy Fowler
Both Andy Dalton and Tyler Eifert limited in practice Wednesday
Both players appeared on the injury report with new ailments. Dalton has a sore throwing shoulder, while Eifert was listed with a knee issue. As of now, both players appear like they’ll be good to go on Sunday when they host the Bills. While Buffalo ranks 23rd in pass DVOA, they’re in the top ten in passing yards allowed per game (242) and total passing touchdowns (10). Fortunately for this duo, Buffalo seems to struggle defending elite tight ends. Jimmy Graham piled up 103 yards and two touchdowns on them last game, and Gronk had 109 yards and a score the week prior. It’ll definitely be a nice spot to target Eifert.
As reported by: Paul Dehner Jr. Other tagged players: Tyler Eifert Ty Montgomery doesn't practice Wednesday
Montgomery (illness) has been limited to ten or fewer touches the past two games. Due to his ongoing health issues and James Starks returning to the team, he’ll probably continue to have a small role. Starks picked up 44 yards and a touchdown on ten touches against the Titans last weekend. He should see a bigger workload in Week 11, his second game since recovering from knee surgery, especially if Montgomery can’t play (or remains limited). Although he’s struggled on the ground this season, he should be able to find running room against the Redskins on Sunday. Washington ranks 30th in rush DVOA. They’ve also allowed 13 rushing touchdowns, the second-most in the league.
As reported by: ESPN Other tagged players: James Starks Will Fuller practices on Wednesday
Fuller missed the Texans last game but looks in line to return to action this week against a Raiders team that is 25th in Pass DVOA. Fuller started the season off hot but struggles from his QB Brock Osweiler make him a very high risk option.
As reported by: Aaron Wilson on Twitter
Rob Gronkowski does not practice on Wednesday
Gronk isn’t expected to play this week as he is dealing with a chest/lung issue and that seems to be confirmed by him not practicing today. Martellus Bennett could be in line for a big game against the 49ers although they do play the TE position moderately well (8th in TE DvP).
As reported by: Mike Reiss on Twitte Other tagged players: Martellus Bennett DeSean Jackson returns to practice
The veteran Redskins WR hasn’t played since Week 8 with a shoulder injury but has returned to practice just in time to face a Packers defense that has been getting torched all season long. The Packers are bottom 8 in the league in WR1 and WR2 DvP and Jackson could be an under the radar (albeit very high risk) DFS option this week.
As reported by: JP Finlay on Twitter Jeremy Maclin continues to not practice
Maclin missed last weeks game for the Chiefs and is not headed in the right direction to play this week after missing practice today. Tyreek Hill was Alex Smith’s go to option last week and would be in play again against Tampa Bay if Maclin can’t suit up this week.
As reported by: BJ Kissel on Twitter Other tagged players: Tyreek Hill Jared Cook appears likely to return to action this week
The veteran TE has missed most of the season for the Packers with a severe ankle injury but looks as if he will finally be able to return to action this week when the Packers face the Redskins on Sunday Night Football. It should be a big help for the struggling Packers who have lacked the ability to create separation – something Cook might be able to do against a Washington team that is 21st in TE DVOA. Cook is an option as a value TE if he is able to go.
As reported by: Rob Demovsky on espn.com Cardinals plan on shadowing Stefon Diggs with Patrick Peterson
With 29 targets and 26 receptions in his last two games, Stefon Diggs has become the focal point of the Vikings offense. Cardinals Head Coach Bruce Arians has noticed and told local media today that he plans on putting his Pro Bowl CB Patrick Peterson on him. It’s a definite hit to the value of Diggs as Peterson is elite in his coverage abilities. He’ll likely still see plenty of looks come his way but temper your expectations with this news. It does make Cordarelle Patterson and Adam Thielen intriguing options as they will have better match ups.
As reported by: Chris Tomasson on Twitter Doug Martin could be a sneaky GPP option in Week 11
Martin played his first game since Week 2 this past Sunday, accumulating 17 touches, 46 yards, and a touchdown against the Bears. If Tampa Bay is willing to let him jump in and be that involved his first week back, it’s a good sign for the coming games. He has a more favorable matchup in Week 11 when the Bucs visit the Chiefs. While Chicago is only allowing 98.4 rushing yards per game, Kansas City is allowing 121.7. Tampa Bay enters the game as 7.5-point underdogs, which will likely lead to a lot of passing. This can actually be good for Martin; without Charles Sims, he’ll remain in the game for passing situations. Last year, the pair combined for 5.25 receptions per game, and Martin figures to get the bulk of that receiving work going forward. Rostering Martin definitely comes with some risk as he only averaged 2.1 yards per carry this past weekend, but he is priced at a discount. Fortunately, he’s going to be their goal-line back as well (he came in for a one-yard touchdown against the Bears). Assuming everything goes well in practice this week, he should see an increased workload against the Chiefs, and be more effective with his opportunities. With expected game flow, he’s definitely an intriguing low-ownership tournament option on full PPR sites.
Christine Michael released by Seahawks
In a surprising turn of events, Seattle has waived Christine Michael. The running back had 565 total yards and seven touchdowns this season, but only had one game with more than 66 rushing yards. C.J. Prosise out-touched him this past weekend 24 to 6, and out-gained him 153 to 26. Not only are they very high on the rookie, but they’re getting Thomas Rawls back this week, which left little room for Michael in their offense. It’s unclear at this point if Rawls will be the lead back in his first game since fracturing his fibula, but he must be close to full health if they’re willing to release Michael. Seattle plays Philadelphia this weekend. Philly’s defensive line ranks fifth in adjusted line yards per carry, according to Football Outsiders, so it will be a tough matchup for Rawls and Prosise.
As reported by: Field Yates Other tagged players: Thomas Rawls, C.J. Prosise Saints CB Delvin Breaux misses practice Tuesday
Breaux fractured his fibula in Week 1 against the Raiders. He’s been able to play the past two games, but may have suffered a setback on Sunday against the Broncos. The Saints have a short week, they play the Panthers on Thursday, so there’s a real chance he’ll miss the game. He would mostly line up against Kelvin Benjamin, so if he’s unable to go, or is playing at less than 100%, it’s a boost to Benjamin’s fantasy potential. It’s an exciting game to target this week, the total is set at 52 points, and the Panthers are only favored by 3.5-points at home. Even though it isn’t in the Superdome, it could easily turn into a shootout. Benjamin hasn’t scored since Week 4, but he’s averaged 9.4 targets and had at least 70 yards in each game since then. He’ll certainly have a good chance to find the end zone against the Saints.
As reported by: Pro Football Talk Sammie Coates has second broken finger
Coates only played two snaps in Week 10 after breaking another finger on his left hand. There was speculation heading into the game that Coates had been demoted, which turned out to be true, although that was partially due to his injuries. Cobi Hamilton will be the third receiver while Darrius Heyward-Bey is out. He only had one target against the Cowboys though, so he won’t be relevant in fantasy. Antonio Brown and Le’Veon Bell will continue to get all the work they can handle, while Eli Rogers should see an uptick in production (he had a 4/42/1 line against Dallas). Tight end Ladarius Green had three receptions for 30 yards in his first game with the Steelers, and he could be a sneaky option next week against the terrible Browns’ pass defense.
As reported by: Jeremy Fowler Other tagged players: Ladarius Green, Eli Rogers, Cobi Hamilton Vikings sign Kai Forbath to replace Blair Walsh
Minnesota let Blair Walsh go this morning and will sign Kai Forbath to take over the place kicking duties.
As reported by: Andrew Krammer on Twitter It's Jared Goff time in Los Angeles - will start at QB this week against Dolphins
After failing to score a touchdown yet again (but still coming out with a win despite that), the Rams have decided the future is now for their #1 overall draft pick Jared Goff as he will start for them this week against the Dolphins. It’s hard to tell what to expect from the Rams offense this week as the last time we saw Goff was in preseason and he was average at best then. The Los Angeles skill position players are a fade for sure and the Dolphins DST becomes an interesting play, even on the road, as they have shown the ability to get to the QB of late.
As reported by: Chris Mortensen on Twitter Other tagged players: Case Keenum