Jordan Todman Daily Fantasy News, Rankings, Projections
DeAngelo Williams officially OUT for this week
As expected, Williams will miss this weeks game joining WR Antonio Brown on the sidelines. Fitzgerald Toussaint will likely get the start and while it's not the best match up going against a tough Broncos defense, he's definitely in play on this playoff slate, especially on PPR sites like DraftKings where his value increases due to his usage in the passing game (especially with Big Ben banged up and likely having to dump off often). Jordan Todman should also continue to see some snaps but Toussaint is the preferred option.
DeAngelo Williams status remains uncertain, visiting foot specialist
DeAngelo Williams' status for this weekend is still up in the air, and it doesn't seem like he's any better than a 50-50 shot to suit up. Fitz Toussaint and Jordan Todman filled in admirably considering neither back had seen much work during the regular season, with Toussaint being the bigger factor overall. Toussaint would remain a viable punt play if he draws another start, but neither him or Todman would be viable if Williams returns. The Pittsburgh backfield does not have a good draw against a stout Denver defense, but Williams would be a viable GPP option if he returns. He'd still be a few tiers below David Johnson as far as potential RB plays go.
DeAngelo Williams misses another practice Thursday
He probably doesn't have to practice in order to play, but it's still looking like DeAngelo Williams is very doubtful to suit up against the Bengals. Fitzgerald Toussaint should draw the start with Jordan Todman helping out in relief, while the passing game will take on more of the burden against a Cincinnati defense that stifled them in two games earlier this season.
DeAngelo Williams still in a walking boot
DeAngelo Williams remains in a walking boot on Wednesday and there still isn't a definitive timetable for when it may come off. It's looking more and more likely that Williams won't be able to play this weekend, which will lead to Fitzgerald Touissaint drawing the start with Jordan Todman acting in a complementary role. Toussaint is the stronger play of the two, but the Steelers passing game is the unit to target despite them having two down performances against this defense earlier in the year. Ben Roethlisberger still has one of the highest floors/ceilings among all QBs taking the field, and Antonio Brown remains the premier play at WR. Martavis Bryant is a very nice bounce back candidate after a few down weeks.