Showboat

Or maybe it's just the fact that Gus is successful scoring short yardage TDs. It's actually refreshing to see a coach continue to go with what works instead of getting too cute.

The Panthers are one of the worst rush Ds in the league. If he doesn't make any noise this week, it's time to put a fork in him.

I'd say yes. Though in dynasty or deep keeper, Spears is potentially a better hold. I'm still skeptical that Keaton will ever be more that a COP back that will see more than 10 touches per game on a regular basis. Sure, he's demonstrated that he can do some damage with that workload, but I'm not convinced he will hold up physically (and there is a reason he went undrafted).

Nobody on that list has the upside that Mitchell has, except maybe JSN if Lockett is out (didn't practice Wed), but probably won't have any clarity on that until after the game tonight, so I think you've got to go with Mitchell.

Philly has been tough on opposing runners, so I don't see KC trying to lean on Pecheco. Mitchell may not get as many touches, but he is definitely a home-run threat. I think I'd gamble that he will hit one out of the park - go with Mitchell.

A tough one. I'd be hesitant to start Fields, but Love is an uninspiring option. I think the Packers will try to slow down the game with Jones and Dillon rather than get into a shootout against Herbert. So, I guess I'd go with Fields.

The Ravens could continue to lean on the running game in the red zone which could limit fantasy points from LJax, but as soon as you bench him, he'll go off for 4+ TDs and you'll feel foolish. Stick with Lamar.

I think I'd ride the hot hand on a better team rather than go with a QB on on worse team in his first game back from IR: Dobbs.

Unless your name is Joshua Dobbs.

But isn't the backup's (only) job to be ready to go in at any time?

Stevenson - a couple decent runs on the first drive and then garbage. Time to get your hotel out of your alpha.

He has certainly made a bunch of highlight reel catches this season.

I have a feeling the Broncos will regret not being a bit more aggressive on that last drive after the INT.

And FU to McLaurin. Maybe you can wake up and realize your team actually had a game scheduled today.

FU LaPorta (or the Lions play caller): no targets after the first play of the game?

I'll second this - including stupid Thursday games. The only Thursday games should be on Thanksgiving day and maybe the reigning champ hosting the season kickoff game.

I'd be surprised if he is fired during the season (but it wouldn't be the first time I was surprised by an NFL move). I just don't understand why coaches don't give their best player an opportunity when they get in the red zone - it's like they want to show how smart they are with special packages.

It will be interesting to see if the Bears keep both Herbert and Foreman active on game days - if so, that will probably be an indication of full blown RBBC that will reduce fantasy value for either one. I suspect Foreman was inactive at the beginning of the season because he doesn't contribute on special teams (and I figure Herbert doesn't either) so the Bears might not want to have both active.

That's a tough one. I think you go with Hunt and Ford. Of course, the risk is that the Browns get stomped by the Ravens and neither of them do anything. Hunt seems to be getting the TDs now, so going with Ford/Allgeier may just lead to frustrating Sunday.

Standard scoring: Herbert v CAR (Thurs) {assuming he is active - I'd probably not start if Foreman is also active} Stevenson v IND (Germany) {The O stinks, but last week showed he can still take it to the house and Indy has not been great against RBs} McLaurin @ SEA {doesn't seem to get many endzone looks, so his ceiling seems to be 8-80} Allgeier @ ARI {seems to be a game where he is likely to get significant carries and maybe a TD or 2}

If you want a higher floor go with Diontae, if you want a higher ceiling go with Gabe.

Playing matchups is like timing the market - it's great when you are right. Studs are studs because they give you the best chance no matter the matchup (though even the best players have an off-week or two). There is nothing worse than starting the JAG with a great matchup who plays like a JAG while your stud with a tough matchup is tearing it up on the bench. The challenge is figuring out who your studs are.

I think you stick with Stroud in a tough matchup with the Bengals. Levis is tempting against a Bucs D that just got torched, but that would be a bold move (and you would be going all-in on that turning out well since you already have Hopkins). If this is a redraft league, you need a Walker injury for Charbonnet to have any value. If you never expect to be starting Davis or Moss, it's probably a reasonable move to make.

I'm not sure I trust any Jaguars against the 49ers who have had the bye week to get healthy and stew over two straight losses. There is some uncertainty with what role Monty will have coming back from injury. I'd go with both Moore and Hopkins over those two. The Bucs just got torched by the Texans, so Hopkins should be a decent play. Moore hasn't done much lately, so I could see sticking with Monty over him, but I just think that at some point Bagent is going to figure out how to get the ball to his best receiver.

IMO you should just start the better QB: Lamar & Herbert.