Fantasy football Week 16: Start, sit and sleepers

Here's a look back at Week 15's action and fantasy advice for the week ahead:

WEEK 15 RECAP

Falcons 29, Buccaneers 28: Kyle Pitts exploded for 166 yards and three touchdowns on 11 receptions in Atlanta’s come-from-behind victory at Tampa Bay. Pitts is currently playing the best football of his five-year career. He’s the overall TE1 across most fantasy formats since Week 13 with 24 receptions for 338 yards and three TDs in the last three games.

Bears 31, Browns 3: Harold Fannin Jr. played a career-high 96.5% of Cleveland’s offensive snaps and received a career-high 14 targets. He caught seven of those targets for 48 yards. Fannin has 15 receptions for 162 yards and a TD on 25 targets the last two weeks.

Ravens 24, Bengals 0: Cincinnati has been annihilated by tight ends this season, but Mark Andrews disappointed with only two receptions for 18 yards on three targets in Baltimore’s win. Isaiah Likely wasn’t targeted after producing five receptions for 95 yards on six targets on Thanksgiving night against the Bengals.

Chargers 16, Chiefs 13: Patrick Mahomes had successful surgery Monday night in Dallas to repair tears in his left ACL and LCL. The three-time Super Bowl MVP will likely miss Kansas City’s offseason program, and his availability for the start of next season is up in the air.

Bills 35, Patriots 31: TreVeyon Henderson had 148 yards on 14 carries in the loss, including TD runs of 52 and 65 yards. Jahmyr Gibbs and De’Von Achane are the only two running backs averaging more fantasy points than Henderson since Week 10.

Commanders 29, Giants 21: “Bill” took advantage of a premium matchup with Chris Rodriguez Jr. sidelined with a groin injury. Jacory Croskey-Merritt finished with 96 yards and a TD on 18 carries in a victory over the Giants. Washington’s next two matchups are against the Eagles and Cowboys at home, two of the bottom 12 teams in the league at preventing fantasy points to running backs.

Eagles 31, Raiders 0: Saquon Barkley finished with 78 yards and a TD on 22 carries in the shutout for Philadelphia. It’s been a somewhat disappointing season for Barkley, but some regression was expected after such a historic season a year ago. Still, he has at least 90 total yards or a TD in nine of his 14 games this season.

Jaguars 48, Jets 20: Trevor Lawrence went off in the first round of the fantasy playoffs. Lawrence threw for 330 yards and five TD passes with no interceptions, and ran for another 51 yards and a TD against the hapless Jets. He is the overall QB2 since Week 5 with multiple TDs in eight of the last 10 games. Lawrence also has at least 25 rushing yards or a rushing TD in six of the last seven games.

Texans 40, Cardinals 20: C.J. Stroud completed 22 of 29 passes for 260 yards and three TDs in the blowout victory, finishing as the weekly QB8. It was only the third time this season Stroud topped 250 passing yards, and the second time since Week 5 he threw multiple TD passes.

Broncos 34, Packers 26: Bo Nix completed 23 of 34 passes for 302 yards and four TDs against Green Bay. Trevor Lawrence was the only QB who outscored him in fantasy for the week. It was Nix’s second 300-yard passing effort in the last three games, and his first game with multiple TD passes since Week 9.

Rams 41, Lions 34: Puka Nacua finished with a career-high 181 yards on nine receptions in the victory over Detroit. Nacua only needs four receptions, 120 yards and a TD to set career highs for a season in all three categories. He’s currently the NFL’s all-time leader in reception yards per game with 93.7. The Vikings’ Justin Jefferson is second with 90.8.

Saints 20, Panthers 17: Jalen Coker has at least four receptions, 60 yards and a TD in two straight games with weekly finishes of WR14 and WR24 in Week’s 13 and 15, respectively.

49ers 37, Titans 24: George Kittle had eight receptions for 88 yards and a TD on nine targets against Tennessee. Only Trey McBride and Brock Bowers have more fantasy points than Kittle since Week 8. The five-time All-Pro has at least 67 yards or a TD in six of his last seven games.

Seahawks 18, Colts 16: Alec Pierce’s fantasy value evaporates with Philip Rivers under center for Indianapolis. Pierce has averaged 21.2 yards per reception over the last two seasons, but eight of Rivers’ 18 completions were dump offs to running backs. Pierce wasn’t even targeted until the second-to-last drive, where he caught his only pass of the game for 16 yards to convert a clutch third-and-7.

Vikings 34, Cowboys 26: Coach Kevin O’Connell finally simplified the offense against the Commanders in Week 14, and as a result, J.J. McCarthy has played looser. McCarthy has completed 66% of his passes for 413 yards, and five TD passes against one interception in his last two games. Minnesota’s next two matchups are against the Giants and Lions, two of the bottom five teams in the league at preventing fantasy points to quarterbacks. There’s still a long ways to go in his development, but you could do worse if you just lost Patrick Mahomes, and are in a pinch. Especially when you consider his rushing upside.

Steelers 28, Dolphins 15: Darren Waller caught seven passes for 66 yards and two touchdowns, nearly all of which came in the last 10 minutes of the game for Miami. In Waller’s six full games this season, he’s finished as a top-5 tight end in standard formats three times. In PPR, Waller also has three finishes in the top six.

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Here are my best bets for Week 16:

L.A. RAMS AT SEATTLE

Obvious starters: Puka Nacua (LAR), Kyren Williams (LAR), Matthew Stafford (LAR), Jaxon Smith-Njigba (SEA).

Who to start: Colby Parkinson (LAR) is the overall TE4 across most fantasy formats since Week 10 with at least one TD in five of the last six games. It’s hard to sit either the Rams D/ST or Seahawks D/ST (both elite) despite matchups against two hyper-efficient offenses — these type of games usually turn on a big defensive play or plays. Sam Darnold (SEA) deserves streaming consideration against a defense that has allowed eight TD passes in the last three games. Rashid Shaheed (SEA) has flex appeal with at least 67 receiving yards in two straight games against a defense allowing the 10th-most fantasy points to wide receivers.

Who to sit: Blake Corum (LAR) is TD-dependent against a defense allowing the sixth-fewest fantasy points to running backs. Tutu Atwell (LAR) remains a boom-or-bust candidate against a defense allowing the fourth-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers. I’m fading Kenneth Walker III (SEA) and Zach Charbonnet (SEA) against a defense allowing the fewest fantasy points to running backs. A.J. Barner (SEA) is TD-dependent with three-or-fewer receptions in five of his last seven games.

Sleeper(s): Someone will have to step up with Davante Adams likely out (hamstring), and big-play rookie Terrance Ferguson (LAR) faces a defense allowing the sixth-most fantasy points to tight ends. Cooper Kupp (SEA) has flex appeal in deeper leagues against a defense that has allowed eight TD receptions to wide receivers in the last four games.

PHILADELPHIA AT WASHINGTON

Obvious starters: Jalen Hurts (PHI), Saquon Barkley (PHI), A.J. Brown (PHI), Dallas Goedert (PHI).

Who to start: DeVonta Smith (PHI) maintains WR3/flex upside as the overall WR22 in standard formats (WR21 in PPR) through 15 weeks. The Eagles D/ST is the fourth-highest scoring defense in fantasy since Week 10 with double-digit points in three of the last six games. Terry McLaurin (WAS) is the overall WR12 in standard formats (WR14 in PPR) since Week 13 with 13 receptions for 206 yards and two TDs on 24 targets the last three games.

Who to sit: Tank Bigsby (PHI) remains TD-dependent with only one game with double-digit carries this season. Marcus Mariota (WAS) faces a defense that has allowed multiple TD passes only once since Week 4. Deebo Samuel (WAS) is the overall WR50 in standard formats (WR41 in PPR) since Week 13 when McLaurin returned from injury.

Sleeper(s): Both Jacory Croskey-Merritt (WAS) and Chris Rodriguez Jr. (WAS) have flex appeal against a defense that has allowed 394 rushing yards and two TDs to running backs in the last three games.

GREEN BAY AT CHICAGO

Obvious starters: Josh Jacobs (GB).

Who to start: Jordan Love (GB) faces a defense allowing the ninth-most fantasy points to quarterbacks, including 27 TD passes in 14 games. Christian Watson (GB) maintains WR3/flex upside if he’s active (chest/shoulder). Jayden Reed (GB) has flex appeal against a defense allowing the fourth-most fantasy points to wide receivers. D’Andre Swift (CHI) remains an obvious starter if he’s active (groin). Caleb Williams (CHI) is the overall QB5 since Week 9, and faces a defense that has allowed eight TD passes in the last three games. D.J. Moore (CHI) is the overall WR13 in standard formats (WR18 in PPR) since Week 12 with four TD receptions in the last four games. Colston Loveland (CHI) is the overall TE5 across most fantasy formats since Week 9.

Who to sit: Romeo Doubs (GB) is TD-dependent with three-or-fewer targets in three of the last four games. Matthew Golden (GB) remains a boom-or-bust candidate with three-or-fewer targets in four of his last five games. The Packers D/ST just lost Micah Parsons (knee) and faces an offense allowing the seventh-fewest fantasy points to opposing defenses. Emanuel Wilson (GB) remains TD-dependent if Jacobs is active (knee/ankle). Rome Odunze (CHI) will miss a third straight game with a foot injury. Kyle Monangai (CHI) is TD-dependent against a defense allowing the eighth-fewest fantasy points to running backs. Luther Burden III (CHI) is out with an ankle injury he suffered against the Browns. The Bears D/ST faces an offense allowing the fourth-fewest fantasy points to opposing defenses.

Sleeper: Olamide Zaccheaus (CHI) faces a defense that has allowed seven TD receptions to wide receivers in the last three games, and could see a bump in usage with Odunze out (and Burden out).

BUFFALO AT CLEVELAND

Obvious starters: Josh Allen (BUF), James Cook III (BUF).

Who to start: Khalil Shakir (BUF) maintains flex appeal as the overall WR40 in standard formats (WR32 in PPR) through 15 weeks. The Bills D/ST faces an offense allowing the second-most fantasy points to opposing defenses, including multiple turnovers in four straight games. Quinshon Judkins (CLE) faces a defense allowing the fourth-most fantasy points to running backs.

Who to sit: Dalton Kincaid (BUF) is TD-dependent if he’s active (knee). Keon Coleman (BUF) hasn’t topped three receptions since Week 5 and hasn’t topped 46 yards since Week 1. Harold Fannin Jr. (CLE) faces a defense allowing the fewest fantasy points to tight ends. I’m fading the Browns D/ST against an offense allowing the eighth-fewest fantasy points to opposing defenses. Shedeur Sanders (CLE) faces a defense allowing the sixth-fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks.

Sleeper: Jerry Jeudy (CLE) has flex appeal as the overall WR29 in standard formats (WR31 in PPR) since Week 10.

L.A. CHARGERS AT DALLAS

Obvious starters: Justin Herbert (LAC), Ladd McConkey (LAC), CeeDee Lamb (DAL), George Pickens (DAL).

Who to start: Omarion Hampton (LAC) faces a defense allowing the eighth-most fantasy points to running backs. Keenan Allen (LAC) has WR3/flex upside against a defense allowing the most fantasy points to wide receivers, including 24 TD receptions in 14 games this season. Javonte Williams (DAL) remains an obvious starter if he’s active (neck) despite the tough matchup.

Who to sit: Oronde Gadsden II (LAC) is TD-dependent with three-or-fewer receptions in four of his last five games. Quentin Johnston (LAC) remains TD-dependent if he’s active (groin). I’m fading the Chargers D/ST against an offense allowing the fifth-fewest fantasy points to opposing defenses. I’m fading Dak Prescott (DAL) against a defense allowing the second-fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks,and Jake Ferguson (DAL) against a defense allowing the eighth-fewest fantasy points to tight ends.

Sleeper(s): Kimani Vidal (LAC) has flex appeal against a defense that has allowed five rushing TDs to running backs in the last two games. The Cowboys D/ST faces an offense that has allowed 28 sacks in the last six games.

KANSAS CITY AT TENNESSEE

Obvious starters: None.

Who to start: Rashee Rice (KC) remains an obvious starter if he’s active (concussion). Travis Kelce (KC) faces a defense that has allowed 21 receptions for 262 yards and four TDs to tight ends in the last three games. Gardner Minshew (KC) deserves streaming consideration against a defense allowing the seventh-most fantasy points to quarterbacks, including multiple TD passes in seven of the last eight games. Tony Pollard (TEN) maintains RB2/flex upside as the overall RB22 in standard formats (RB23 in PPR) through 15 weeks. Chimere Dike (TEN) has flex appeal as the overall WR32 in standard formats (WR34 in PPR) since Week 7.

Who to sit: Xavier Worthy (KC) remains a boom-or-bust candidate with three-or-fewer receptions in six of his last nine games — Worthy has flex appeal if Rice is out. Both Kareem Hunt (KC) and Isiah Pacheco (KC) are TD-dependent. Cam Ward (TEN) faces a defense that has allowed multiple TD passes only twice since Week 6. Tyjae Spears (TEN) remains TD-dependent against a defense allowing the seventh-fewest fantasy points to running backs. Elic Ayomanor (TEN) remains TD-dependent with only five receptions in his last four games. I’m fading both Chig Okonkwo (TEN) and Gunnar Helm (TEN) against a defense allowing the fifth-fewest fantasy points to tight ends.

Sleeper(s): The Chiefs D/ST faces an offense allowing the fourth-most fantasy points to opposing defenses. Marquise Brown (KC) would also have flex appeal if Rice is out against a defense allowing the sixth-most fantasy points to wide receivers, including seven TD receptions in the last five games.

CINCINNATI AT MIAMI

Obvious starters: Joe Burrow (CIN), Ja’Marr Chase (CIN), Chase Brown (CIN), De’Von Achane (MIA).

Who to start: Darren Waller (MIA) faces a defense allowing the most fantasy points to tight ends (by far). Only the Seahawks and Jaguars are averaging more fantasy points than the Dolphins D/ST since Week 10.

Who to sit: It’s hard to trust Tee Higgins (CIN) with multiple concussions in the last month. Andrei Iosivas (CIN) is TD-dependent against a defense allowing the eighth-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers. Samaje Perine (CIN) is TD-dependent against a defense that hasn’t allowed a rushing TD to a running back since Week 8. I’m fading Jaylen Waddle (MIA) against a defense allowing the fifth-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers. Malik Washington (MIA) remains TD-dependent with three-or-fewer receptions in five of his last six games.

Sleeper(s): Mike Gesicki (CIN) faces a defense allowing the second-most fantasy points to tight ends. Quinn Ewers (MIA) deserves streaming consideration in deeper leagues against a defense allowing the second-most fantasy points to quarterbacks, including 28 TD passes in 14 games this season.

N.Y. JETS AT NEW ORLEANS

Obvious starters: Breece Hall (NYJ), Chris Olave (NO).

Who to start: Adonai Mitchell (NYJ) is the overall WR13 in standard formats (WR15 in PPR) since Week 13. John Metchie III (NYJ) maintains WR3/flex upside as the overall WR28 in standard formats (WR24 in PPR) since Week 10. Alvin Kamara (NO) maintains RB2/flex upside if he’s active (knee/ankle). Tyler Shough (NO) is the overall QB12 since Week 10. Juwan Johnson (NO) deserves streaming consideration as the overall TE14 in standard formats (TE10 in PPR) through 15 weeks, especially with Devaughn Vele out (shoulder). The Saints D/ST deserves streaming consideration at home against an offense that has produced six interceptions and allowed nine sacks in the last two games.

Who to sit: Taysom Hill (NO) remains the ultimate boom-or-bust candidate.

Sleeper(s): The Jets D/ST faces an offense allowing the sixth-most fantasy points to opposing defenses. With Devin Neal already ruled out (hamstring), both Audric Estime (NO) and Evan Hull (NO) have flex appeal (if Kamara remains out) against a defense that has allowed multiple rushing TDs to running backs in five of the last seven games.

MINNESOTA AT N.Y. GIANTS

Obvious starters: Justin Jefferson (MIN),

Who to start: Aaron Jones (MIN) faces a defense allowing the third-most fantasy points to running backs. Jordan Addison (MIN) is the overall WR30 in standard formats (WR31 in PPR) since Week 4, and faces a defense allowing the third-most fantasy points to wide receivers. Wan’Dale Robinson (NYG) is the overall WR20 in standard formats (WR9 in PPR) through 15 weeks. Theo Johnson (NYG) is the overall TE10 in standard formats (TE8 in PPR) since Week 4. Tyrone Tracy (NYG) is the overall RB18 in standard formats (RB16 in PPR) since Week 11. Devin Singletary (NYG) has flex appeal in deeper leagues with at least 12 carries in three of his last four games.

Who to sit: Jordan Mason (MIN) remains TD-dependent despite the premium matchup. T.J. Hockenson (MIN) faces a defense allowing the seventh-fewest fantasy points to tight ends. Jaxson Dart (NYG) faces a defense that hasn’t allowed a TD pass since Week 10. Darius Slayton (NYG) faces a defense allowing the second-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers.

Sleeper: J.J. McCarthy (MIN) has finished as QB9 and QB6 the last two weeks, and faces a defense allowing the fourth-most fantasy points to quarterbacks.

TAMPA BAY AT CAROLINA

Obvious starters: Bucky Irving (TB), Mike Evans (TB), Tetairoa McMillan (CAR).

Who to start: Chris Godwin (TB) is the overall WR26 in standard formats (WR22 in PPR) since Week 13. Rico Dowdle (CAR) maintains RB2/flex upside with at least 17 touches in five of his last six games. Bryce Young (CAR) faces a defense allowing the third-most fantasy points to quarterbacks, including 13 TD passes in the last six games. Jalen Coker (CAR) has flex appeal with at least 52 yards or a TD in three of his last four games.

Who to sit: Emeka Egbuka (TB) is the overall WR56 in standard formats (WR43 in PPR) since Week 11. Baker Mayfield (TB) faces a defense allowing the eighth-fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks. Rachaad White (TB) has double-digit touches only once since Week 11. Cade Otton (TB) is TD-dependent against a defense that hasn’t allowed a TD to tight ends since Week 10. Tez Johnson (TB) had three targets in his last three games. Chuba Hubbard (CAR) remains TD-dependent with double-digit touches only once in his last six games. Xavier Legette (CAR) has three-or-fewer receptions in six of his last seven games. Ja’Tavion Sanders (CAR) only had three receptions for 11 yards on three targets in his last three games.

Sleeper: Sean Tucker (TB) has flex appeal against a defense that has allowed seven rushing TDs to running backs in the last four games.

JACKSONVILLE AT DENVER

Obvious starters: Courtland Sutton (DEN), Broncos D/ST.

Who to start: Travis Etienne (JAC) is the overall RB3 in standard formats (RB5 in PPR) since Week 9. Bo Nix (DEN) is the overall QB5 since Week 7 with at least 295 passing yards in three of the last four games. Troy Franklin (DEN) has flex appeal with 84 receiving yards or a TD in three of his last five games.

Who to sit: Trevor Lawrence (JAC) faces a defense allowing the fifth-fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks. I’m fading Brian Thomas Jr. (JAC) and Jakobi Meyers (JAC) against a defense allowing the sixth-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers. Brenton Strange (JAC) is TD-dependent with three-or-fewer receptions in four of his last five games. The Jaguars D/ST faces an offense allowing the sixth-fewest fantasy points to opposing defenses. R.J. Harvey (DEN) faces a defense allowing the second-fewest fantasy points to running backs. Pat Bryant (DEN) is TD-dependent with inconsistent target share. Marvin Mims Jr. (DEN) remains a boom-or-bust candidate with only seven receptions in his last five games.

Sleeper: Evan Engram (DEN) faces a defense allowing the eighth-most fantasy points to tight ends.

ATLANTA AT ARIZONA

Obvious starters: Bijan Robinson (ATL), Trey McBride (ARI).

Who to start: Drake London (ATL) remains an obvious starter if he’s active (knee). Kyle Pitts (ATL) faces a defense allowing the seventh-most fantasy points to tight ends — Pitts is an obvious starter if London remains out. Kirk Cousins (ATL) deserves streaming consideration against a defense that has allowed three TD passes in four of the last five games. Jacoby Brissett (ARI) is the overall QB3 since Week 6. Marvin Harrison Jr. (ARI) has WR3/flex upside if he’s active (heel) against a defense allowing the eighth-most fantasy points to wide receivers. Michael Wilson (ARI) has flex appeal against a defense that has allowed 13 TD receptions to wide receivers in the last eight games. Michael Carter (ARI) has flex appeal with a potential for 15-plus touches against an inconsistent run defense.

Who to sit: Darnell Mooney (ATL) hasn’t topped three receptions since Week 3. Emari Demercado (ARI) remains TD-dependent with only one game over seven touches this season.

Sleeper: Tyler Allgeier (ATL) has flex appeal against a defense that has allowed eight rushing TDs to running backs in the last six games.

PITTSBURGH AT DETROIT

Obvious starters: DK Metcalf (PIT), Jahmyr Gibbs (DET), Amon-Ra St. Brown (DET), Jameson Williams (DET).

Who to start: Jaylen Warren (PIT) maintains RB2/flex upside as the overall RB20 across most fantasy formats through 15 weeks. Kenneth Gainwell (PIT) is the overall RB10 in standard formats (RB6 in PPR) since Week 11 with at least 105 total yards or a TD in four of the last five games. Pat Freiermuth (PIT) deserves streaming consideration against a defense that has allowed at least 77 yards or a TD to tight ends in five of the last seven games — Darnell Washington (PIT) deserves streaming consideration in deeper leagues. Jared Goff (DET) is the overall QB6 since Week 9.

Who to sit: Calvin Austin III (PIT) remains a boom-or-bust candidate despite the premium matchup. Jonnu Smith (PIT) remains TD-dependent (Smith hasn’t topped three receptions since Week 2). I’m fading the Steelers D/ST against an offense allowing the fewest fantasy points to opposing defenses. David Montgomery (DET) remains TD-dependent (Montgomery hasn’t had double-digit carries since Week 10).

Sleeper: Aaron Rodgers (PIT) faces a defense allowing the fifth-most fantasy points to quarterbacks this season.

LAS VEGAS AT HOUSTON

Obvious starters: Brock Bowers (LV), Ashton Jeanty (LV), Nico Collins (HOU), Texans D/ST.

Who to start: Jayden Higgins (HOU) has flex appeal against a defense allowing the seventh-most fantasy points to wide receivers.

Who to sit: Geno Smith (LV) faces a defense allowing the fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks. Tre Tucker (LV) faces a defense allowing the third-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers. C.J. Stroud (HOU) has only topped 20 fantasy points three times this season. It seems likely Woody Marks (HOU) won’t play with an ankle injury he suffered against the Cardinals. Dalton Schultz (HOU) faces a defense allowing the fourth-fewest fantasy points to tight ends. Nick Chubb (HOU) hasn’t handled double-digit carries since Week 9, and was inactive last week with a rib injury.

Sleeper: Jawhar Jordan (HOU) faces a defense allowing the seventh-most fantasy points to running backs — Jordan had 101 yards on 15 carries after Marks went down last week and could be the last man standing in the Texans’ backfield this week.

NEW ENGLAND AT BALTIMORE

Obvious starters: Drake Maye (NE), TreVeyon Henderson (NE), Lamar Jackson (BAL), Derrick Henry (BAL), Zay Flowers (BAL).

Who to start: Mark Andrews (BAL) deserves streaming consideration against a defense allowing the eighth-most fantasy points to tight ends. The Ravens D/ST is the third-highest scoring defense in fantasy since Week 9.

Who to sit: Stefon Diggs (NE) is TD-dependent with three-or-fewer receptions in six of his last nine games. Hunter Henry (NE) is TD-dependent against a defense allowing the sixth-fewest fantasy points to tight ends. Rhamondre Stevenson (NE) is TD-dependent with Henderson finally taking over the Patriots’ backfield. Mack Hollins (NE) remains TD-dependent with only nine receptions for 94 yards in his last three games. DeMario Douglas (NE) hasn’t topped three receptions or scored since Week 9. I’m fading the Patriots D/ST on the road against Jackson. Isaiah Likely (BAL) is TD-dependent despite the matchup.

Sleeper: Kayshon Boutte (NE) faces a defense allowing the seventh-most deep passing yards per game, and the 10th-highest deep ball completion rate.

SAN FRANCISCO AT INDIANAPOLIS

Obvious starters: Christian McCaffrey (SF), George Kittle (SF), Jonathan Taylor (IND), Tyler Warren (IND).

Who to start: Jauan Jennings (SF) maintains WR3/flex upside against a defense allowing the fifth-most fantasy points to wide receivers. Ricky Pearsall (SF) has flex appeal if he’s active (knee/ankle).

Who to sit: Brock Purdy (SF) faces a defense that has allowed multiple TD passes only once since Week 7. Philip Rivers (IND) is a great story in real life, but not in fantasy. It’s hard to trust Michael Pittman Jr. (IND), Alec Pierce (IND) or Josh Downs (IND) with such a limited downfield pass attack. The Colts D/ST hasn’t had double-digit fantasy points since Week 5.

Sleeper: Ameer Abdullah (IND) was a big part of the Colts’ passing game in Rivers’ first start.