DFS Alerts
Texans TE Darren Fells is Active Against the Chiefs
Fells, who was questionable with a hip injury, is active against the Chiefs. The Texans will be limited at tight end with Jordan Akins sidelined. Fells logged a season-high 96% of the snaps last week with Akins out of the lineup, and we should expect similar playing time for him on Sunday. Fells is going under the radar because of the strong tight end options this weekend and makes for a nice pivot off of the George Kittles and Travis Kelces of the world.
As reported by: Aaron Wilson
Texans WR Kenny Stills is Active Against the Chiefs Today
Stills was listed as questionable on the injury report but his presence for today’s playoff game was never in serious doubt. With Will Fuller back in the lineup and Keke Coutee active, Stills will likely be the third option in the passing game. His ownership will plummet with the potentially slate-breaking Fuller on the field, however, Fuller is very injury-prone and has reaggravated injuries several times this season mid-game. Stills is an intriguing tournament play because of Fuller’s questionable health and a nice pivot off of him. Stills has actually had his best games in 2019 with Fuller in the lineup and hasn’t been able to take advantage when Fuller has been out, but nonetheless Stills is a speedy deep-threat who can pay off his salary when given opportunity.
As reported by: Aaron Wilson Chiefs DL Chris Jones (Knee, Calf) is Inactive Against the Texans Today
The Chiefs star defensive lineman is unable to play today because of calf and knee ailments. The team was optimistic he would be able to go, but he was spotted wearing a knee brace on his right knee during warmups and is inactive. The Chiefs won’t be able to pressure Deshaun Watson as easily and Carlos Hyde will likely have some bigger holes to run through without Jones on the field.
As reported by: Ian Rappaport Texans WR Will Fuller (Groin) is Officially Active Today Vs. the Chiefs
Arguably the biggest injury news of the weekend has been clarified – Will Fuller is active today against the Chiefs. Fuller is seventh in the NFL with nine catches of 30+ yards, despite playing only 11 games this season. He will be chalky across the industry because of his cheap price tag and slate-breaking ability that we saw earlier in 2019 vs. the Falcons. We have Fuller projected for a 20% target share, while Kenny Stills, who will be relegated to the WR3 role, is projected for a 14% target share. It is notable that Keke Coutee is active, likely because of Fuller’s risk of re-injury and the absence of the Texans’ TE2, Jordan Akins. Fuller’s performance vs. the Chiefs, who allowed the second-fewest points to receivers and were sixth in DVOA against the pass in 2019, could shape this weekend’s divisional slate.
As reported by: James Palmer Ravens TE Mark Andrews is Active Tonight Against the Titans
Mark Andrews was frequently questionable during the regular season like he was this week, and he will take the field tonight likely without any limitations. He is a sneaky tournament play, priced below stud tight ends George Kittle and Travis Kelce. Projected as our TE3 with a 21% target share, Andrews is a solid option vs. a Titans team that allowed the fourth-most fantasy points to tight ends in 2019.
As reported by: Baltimore Ravens Ravems RB Mark Ingram (Calf) is Officially Active Tonight Vs. the Titans
As ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported yesterday, Ingram will be active tonight against the Titans. The veteran will be attacking a defense that ranked 10th in DVOA vs. the run in 2019. Despite Mike Vrabel’s squad being tough against the run this season, opportunities should be plentiful for the Ravens, who are 10-point favorites at home in a game where weather could impact the passing game.
The question is who will get the carries. If Ingram is 100% healthy, he could pay off in a big way as he is cheaper than Derrick Henry, Aaron Jones, and Dalvin Cook across the industry, and close in price to the chalky Damien Wlliams. However, if Ingram’s calf injury limits him, backups Gus Edwards and Justice Hill could see increased opportunity. These cheap backups make for interesting GPP targets at very low ownership on this short slate.
As reported by: Baltimore Ravens Texans TE Jordan Akins Ruled Out Vs. Chiefs, TE Darren Fells (Hip) is Expected to Play
With Akins out and Fells, who is questionable with a hip injury, expected to play tomorrow against the Chiefs, the Texans will be limited at tight end. Fells logged a season-high 96% of the snaps last week with Akins out of the lineup, and we should expect similar playing time for him on Sunday. If Will Fuller (hamstring) also ends up out, Fells could be the third or fourth option for Deshaun Watson in a game where the Texans are expected to be down big. Fells is going under the radar because of the strong tight end options this weekend and makes for a nice pivot off of the George Kittle and Travis Kelces of the world.
As reported by: Aaron Wilson Adam Thielen, Dee Ford both active for MIN-SF; Alexander Hollins inactive
Adam Thielen is officially active for the Divisional Round after dealing with a cut and some subsequent stitches during the week, and the Vikings played it safe by keeping him off his feet. He shouldn’t be limited much if at all here and is a fine GPP target given that the field may have some hesitancy to roster a guy with a perceived ailment. The Vikings offense might not be too popular, since its ITT is just 18.75 and the 49ers were second in DVOA against the pass during the regular season. The 49ers defense is also back to full health as it was earlier in the season, with three starting defenders returning, including star pass rusher Dee Ford.
As reported by: Matt Maiocco
Dexter Williams (Illness), Dan Vitale (Knee, Illness) Questionable for Sunday
Dexter Williams and Dan Vitale are questionable for Sunday. Neither are likely to have a significant role in the offense if healthy, as they both mainly contribute on special teams.
As reported by: Tom Silverstein Other tagged players: Dan Vitale
Kenny Stills (Knee), Will Fuller (Groin), Darren Fells (Hip), Jordan Akins (Hamstring) Questionable for Sunday
The Texans had an extensive injury report Friday, including two WRs and two TEs. Fuller in particular should be watched: there have been reports he is expected to play, but he has also frequently dealt with injuries in his career and was held out of the Texans’ Wild Card win last weekend. Fells was a new addition to the report, appearing after being limited in practice Friday. The extent of his injury is not immediately clear.
As reported by: Texans PR Other tagged players: Will Fuller, Darren Fells, Jordan Akins Travis Kelce (Knee) Listed as Questionable for Sunday
Kelce is officially listed as questionable, but the elite TE is fully expected to play Sunday. He should be a top option as usual.
As reported by: Kansas City Chiefs Will Fuller (Groin) Game-Time Decision for Sunday
Fuller is considered a game-time decision for Sunday. His official status for Sunday will be released later today, and his availability may not be known until inactives are released.
As reported by: Aaron Wilson Jaron Brown (Knee), Malik Turner (Concussion) Practice Fully Thursday
Brown and Turner both practiced fully Thursday, meaning both are likely to play Sunday.
As reported by: Bob Condotta Other tagged players: Malik Turner Jimmy Graham (Wrist, Rest) Limited in Practice Thursday
Graham was limited Thursday after not practicing Wednesday, another indication that the TE will play Sunday for the Packers.
As reported by: Green Bay Packers Cody Hollister (Ankle) Questionable for Saturday
Hollister is officially listed as questionable for Saturday. He typically works in special teams, catching just 2 passes for 13 yards this season.
As reported by: Jeff Zrebiec