DFS Alerts
He Continues To Do It All
I’m just not sure what else to write to describe how good he has been. His 29 point PPR outing last week was his third WORST total of the season, and he was a half yard away from making it 35 points on the final play of the game. He is obviously the top overall play on the board — but salary cap is a thing in DFS, and McCaffrey is finally approaching a point where some people want to fade him. I understand that logic. If you’re looking to do that, players like Brian Hill (for value), Dalvin Cook, and Josh Jacobs are elite point per dollar options at the RB position. Unfortunately, a matchup against the Falcons doesn’t feel like the time where we will get the “floor game” from McCaffrey. It’s risky to fade him completely if you are multi-entering in GPP contests.
A Sneaky Tight End Option
Last week, I wrote about how it is easy to forget about players when they have missed a few games due to injury. That was in the context of Patrick Mahomes, and he returned and went bonkers against the Titans. Now, I’m not trying to compare Jared Cook to Patrick Mahomes, but the point still stands. Almost nobody is talking about Cook, and he played on over 70% of the snaps last week in his return from injury. Everyone is going to try to jam in Michael Thomas against the “pass funnel” Tampa Bay defense, but that comes at a cost with Thomas priced at a whopping $9,900 on DK and $9,000 on FD. Don’t sleep on Cook as a GPP pivot in Week 11.
Elite Offensive Pairings in GPP Formats
In tournaments, I really like the Derek Carr to Tyrell Williams pairing this week. Williams does not have a high floor and has struggled since returning from injury, but a matchup against the pathetic Bengals defense should provide a nice elixir for his ailments. If you’re looking to play it safer, you could certainly pair Carr with Darren Waller instead, which is absolutely fine. Alternatively, you could go bananas and play Carr, Williams, AND Waller. The Bengals allow production to anybody and everybody these days, which is why Oakland has a massive 30 point implied team total.
Other tagged players: Darren Waller, Derek Carr Emmanuel Sanders (Ribs) Day-to-Day, Likely Game-Time Decision Sunday
Sanders is considered day-to-day at this point with a rib injury suffered Monday night. Deebo Samuel had a season-high 11 targets last night and would benefit the most if Sanders was out. Kendrick Bourne also saw a season-high 8 targets.
As reported by: Nick Wagoner Other tagged players: Deebo Samuel, Kendrick Bourne
Chris Herndon (Rib) Placed on Injured Reserve
As expected, Herndon has been placed on the injured reserve, ending the tight end’s season. Ryan Griffin will continue to work as the Jets’ top TE.
As reported by: New York Jets Other tagged players: Ryan Griffin James Conner (Shoulder) Full Participant; Benny Snell (Knee), Rosie Nix (Knee) Do Not Practice Tuesday
James Conner practiced fully Tuesday, meaning he will be playing Thursday night. Snell and Nix both missed their second straight practice and are likely out this week.
As reported by: Nate Ulrich Other tagged players: Benny Snell, Roosevelt Nix, Trey Edmunds, Jaylen Samuels Matt Breida (Sprained Ankle) Getting 2nd Opinion, Week 11 Status Unknown
Breida is getting a second opinion on an ankle sprain he aggravated Monday night. His status for this week is unknown.
As reported by: Tom Pelissero Parris Campbell (Hand) Hopes to Return in 3 Weeks
Campbell said on Tuesday that he hope to return for the Colts’ game vs the Titans, which is December 1st. It sounds like Campbell will miss at least two more games, giving players like Zach Pascal some additional run.
As reported by: Joel A. Erickson Other tagged players: Zach Pascal Tyler Lockett (Leg) Does Not Need Surgery
Lockett avoided the worst-case scenario with his leg injury, as he will not need surgery. His exact status is still not known, but he at least has a chance to play after the bye week.
As reported by: Tom Pelissero Drew Sample (High-Ankle Sprain) Out Indefinitely, Could go on IR
Drew Sample could end up on the injured reserve with a high-ankle sprain. He has not missed a game this season and has totaled 5 receptions for 30 yards.
As reported by: Ian Rapoport Giants Sign Scott Simonson
The Giants have signed Scott Simonson to supplement their TE depth. Simonson is primarily a blocking TE and should not be expected to produce significant fantasy stats.
As reported by: New York Giants Tyler Lockett (Leg) Spends Night in Hospital
Lockett ended up spending the night in a hospital due to a leg injury suffered Monday night. He is reportedly dealing with some swelling issues, and obviously a trip to the hospital for a leg is very concerning. The Seahawks are entering their bye week, giving Lockett extra time to rest.
As reported by: Adam Schefter Other tagged players: Josh Gordon, D.K. Metcalf, Russell Wilson Brandin Cooks (Concussion) Ruled Out for Sunday
Cooks will miss at least one more game with his most recent concussion, and it is not a good sign that he is ruled out this early in the week. He appears far away from returning to action.
As reported by: Adam Schefter Austin Hooper (MCL Sprain) Getting 2nd Opinion, Recovery Time Not Yet Known
Hooper has an MCL sprain, but his timetable to return is still unknown. He is getting a second opinion, so we should know his status later this week.
As reported by: Ian Rapoport Devonta Freeman (Foot Sprain) Could Miss 2 Weeks
Devonta Freeman has a foot sprain that could keep him out for a couple weeks. Freeman has been getting approximately 12 rush attempts and 5 targets per game, so his absence would open up plenty of RB touches. Brian Hill got 20 rush attempts last game, so he could be in line for a heavy workload while Freeman is out.
As reported by: Ian Rapoport Other tagged players: Brian Hill