Fantasy News

Julio Jones (hip) will be a game-time decision for Week 16.

Julio didn’t practice the last two days, but he was able to get out there today on a limited basis, indicating he has a pretty good chance of playing this Sunday. The fact that he was able to finish last week’s game while dealing with the injury should also be a good sign, and we expect he’ll suit up against the Panthers. However, be sure to check on his status at 11:30 AM ET on Sunday to ensure that he’s active for fantasy championships.

12/21/18 - 01:25 PM ET

Marcell Atman catches two passes in Week 15.

Atman gained 20 yards on his two receptions versus Cincinnati. The rookie receiver remains more of a good dynasty-league hold, but he’ll look to do some damage against the Broncos on Christmas Eve. It’ll likely take a touchdown for him to deliver fantasy value in title matchups.

12/17/18 - 10:51 AM ET

Quincy Enunwa (ankle) has officially been ruled out for Week 16.

Enunwa remains week-to-week while dealing with the ankle injury that’s affected him for a good portion of the season. Robby Anderson is locked in as the No. 1 target for Sam Darnold this Sunday against the Packers. Hopefully Enunwa is able to suit up for Week 17, but he’s looking questionable at best.

12/21/18 - 12:31 PM ET

Jared Cook catches two passes in Week 15.

Cooks gained 23 yards on his two receptions (five targets) against the Bengals. He was targeted in the end zone a couple of times for potential touchdowns—one was a deep ball that was out of his reach, and the other was a high pass between a few defenders that he couldn’t come down with while taking a hit (a better throw might’ve been a touchdown). This was a disappointing performance for fantasy owners in a good matchup in the semifinals, but Cook will look to bounce back on Christmas Eve against a Broncos team that’s also struggled to contain opposing tight ends. At a weak position, Cook is a must-start as a strong option in fantasy championships.

12/17/18 - 10:50 AM ET

Tyler Boyd (knee) is officially out for Week 16.

This was fully expected after Boyd suffered an MCL injury last Sunday against the Raiders. Fantasy owners will be without the breakout receiver in fantasy finals this week, but perhaps he can make a push to play in the season finale next weekend.

12/21/18 - 12:23 PM ET

Jordy Nelson plays well against the Bengals.

Nelson caught six passes (on eight targets) for 88 yards in the Raiders’ Week 15 loss. It could’ve been a really big game for Jordy, as he had a 44-yard reception that should’ve been a touchdown after he got wide-open behind the defense, but the pass was well underthrown by Derek Carr. It also appeared that Nelson was open on another potential deep ball on a wheel type of route, but Carr didn’t look his way. Overall, this was another solid showing for the veteran receiver, who is now healthy after battling a knee injury in middle of the season. He has 22 receptions for 233 yards in the last three games since returning from the injury, and the only thing missing is a score, which could come next week against the Broncos. Nelson is a FLEX option on Christmas Eve for the first week of fantasy title matchups.

12/17/18 - 10:47 AM ET

Frank Gore does not need foot surgery, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.

This is good news for the veteran running back, as he should be 100% well ahead of the offseason if he plans to continue his playing career, which he is expected to do. Dolphins head coach Adam Gase says he hasn’t talked to Gore about next season, but he’s obviously really high on him. Don’t be surprised if Gore leads Miami’s backfield next season.

Via: Ian Rapoport 12/21/18 - 12:03 PM ET