Fantasy News

Dede Westbrook catches three passes in Week 17.

Westbrook gained ten yards on his three receptions against the Texans, as he couldn’t take advantage of a good matchup in a game the Jaguars put up just three points. He also lost a fumble in the loss. Westbrook’s 2018 campaign ends with 66 receptions for 717 yards and five touchdowns along with nine carries for 98 yards. We’ll see what happens this offseason, but Westbrook is the early favorite to be Jacksonville’s No. 1 receiver in 2019. The Oklahoma product could offer 1,000-yard upside if he takes another step forward and the offense improves next season.

12/31/18 - 09:01 AM ET

James Conner (ankle) is officially active against the Bengals.

Conner was a full participant in practice all week, but the Steelers wanted to test him pregame to ensure he’s ready to go for their must-win Week 17 matchup. Jaylen Samuels has probably earned more work after performing well while Conner was out the last three games, but Conner could immediately be a workhorse-type runner for the Steelers in his return. Conner is a clear RB1 in fantasy championships.

12/30/18 - 03:00 PM ET

Garrett Gilbert comes in relief of Kyle Allen (shoulder) in Week 17 win.

Gilbert was two-of-three for 40 yards. The former sixth-round pick had never completed an NFL pass, so it was good to see him get some action in a victory. Gilbert was brought in after injuries to Cam Newton (shoulder) and Taylor Heinicke (elbow).

12/31/18 - 10:53 AM ET

Antonio Brown (knee) is officially inactive for Week 17.

Brown didn’t practice all week, and there were media reports that emerged stating it didn’t look like the star receiver would play against the Bengals; it turns out he really isn’t able to go in this must-win game for the Steelers, which is a bit of a surprise and indicates the knee issue could keep him out into the playoffs if Pittsburgh makes it. Brown’s regular season ends with 104 receptions for 1,297 yards and 15 touchdowns. He broke his own franchise record for touchdown receptions in a season, and his 100 receptions made him the first player in NFL history to hit the century-mark in catches for six consecutive seasons. AB might be down to more of a second-round pick after the emergence of JuJu Smith-Schuster, but he should remain as safe as it gets in 2019 fantasy drafts.

12/30/18 - 02:58 PM ET

Donte Moncrief catches two passes against the Texans.

Moncrief gained 21 yards on his two Week 17 receptions. Moncrief’s season ends with 48 receptions for 668 yards and three touchdowns, and the good news is that he was able to stay healthy for a full 16 games. However, he probably didn’t build a ton of value with his one-year deal, and it’ll be interesting to see which teams are interested in the big receiver. The Jags will likely be interested in bringing him back, but he ultimately might have more fantasy value elsewhere.

12/31/18 - 08:58 AM ET

Allen Robinson (ribs) is officially out against the Vikings.

Robinson was listed as doubtful for Chicago’s Week 17 matchup, but this might be more of a precaution with the Bears likely locked into the No. 3 seed in the NFC. Robinson’s first regular season with the Bears ends with 55 receptions for 754 yards and four touchdowns in 13 games. He didn’t quite live up to his early-round draft slot in fantasy leagues, but Robinson will look to make a big impact for the Bears in the postseason.

12/30/18 - 02:55 PM ET

Zach Zenner scores in Week 17.

Zenner carried 21 times for 93 yards and a touchdown along with one reception for 30 yards in the Lions’ victory over the Packers. Zenner had a touchdown in three of his last four games this season, and he ran the ball well when given opportunities, which could make him the favorite to backup Kerryon Johnson in 2019. Zenner’s season ends with 55 carries for 265 yards and three touchdowns along with seven receptions for 56 yards.

12/31/18 - 10:51 AM ET