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Travis Kelce caught five of six targets for 45 yards and a touchdown in Thursday's 31-28 loss to the Cowboys. He scored his fifth touchdown of the season, and 84th career, on a two-yard toss from Patrick Mahomes in the first quarter. Kelce has recorded at least four catches in five consecutive games, accumulating a 28-344-3 line on 38 targets during that period. He faces a tough matchup in Week 14 against the Texans.
Rashee Rice delivered a strong performance in the Chiefs' 31-28 loss to the Cowboys, catching eight of 12 targets for 92 yards and two touchdowns. He also added two rushing yards on one carry. This marks Rice's second two-touchdown game in six outings this season, securing both the first and last of Patrick Mahomes' four scoring passes. His 12 targets tied a season high. Rice now holds a 42-486-5 line on 59 targets heading into a challenging Week 14 matchup against the Texans.
Kareem Hunt handled lead duties for the Kansas City Chiefs in their 31-28 loss to the Cowboys, carrying the ball 14 times for 58 yards and catching one of two targets for 22 yards, totaling 80 scrimmage yards. Despite Isiah Pacheco's return, Hunt received 15 touches to Pacheco's five, out-gaining him 80-33. While his four-game touchdown streak ended, his 80 combined yards were his second-highest total this season. Hunt appears to have a firm hold on the No. 1 running back job heading into a tough Week 14 matchup against the Texans.
Eagles WR DeVonta Smith (shoulder, chest, illness) has been cleared to play in Friday's game against the Bears. He returned to a full practice on Thursday and is not listed on the final injury report. As of now, Smith is expected to play his usual role, providing a significant boost to the Eagles' offense.
Baltimore Ravens running back Keaton Mitchell is expected to see an increased workload following the placement of teammate Justice Hill on Injured Reserve due to a neck injury. Hill's extended absence, which will sideline him at least through Week 16, directly opens up opportunities in the Ravens' backfield. Mitchell is now in line for a larger share of carries and targets, making him a more relevant fantasy option. Rasheen Ali may also absorb some pass-catching duties, but Mitchell is the primary beneficiary of Hill's move to IR.
With Baltimore Ravens running back Justice Hill placed on Injured Reserve due to a neck injury, Rasheen Ali could see an expanded role in the team's offense. While Keaton Mitchell is expected to absorb a significant portion of Hill's workload, Ali previously handled some of Hill's pass-catching duties when Hill missed Week 11. This development suggests Ali may again be in line for additional pass-game opportunities during Hill's extended absence, which is set to last at least through Week 16.
The Baltimore Ravens have placed running back Justice Hill on Injured Reserve due to a neck injury. Hill, who was already ruled out for tonight's game against the Bengals, will now be sidelined for a minimum of four weeks, extending his absence at least through Week 16. This move makes him a clear drop candidate in all fantasy football leagues. His absence is expected to lead to increased opportunities for fellow running back Keaton Mitchell, with Rasheen Ali also potentially seeing more pass-catching work, a role he filled when Hill previously missed Week 11.
Detroit Lions Head Coach Dan Campbell has indicated that wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown's ankle injury is not considered long-term. However, Campbell did acknowledge that the injury could sideline St. Brown for 'a week or two.' Further updates on his status are anticipated on Friday, following additional testing. Despite the potential short-term absence, the outlook suggests St. Brown is expected to return to action before the conclusion of the fantasy football season, providing reassurance for his availability.
Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love showcased a dominant performance on Thanksgiving, throwing four touchdown passes in a decisive 31-24 victory over the Detroit Lions. Love's stellar outing led the Packers to a significant win, highlighting his impactful play in the holiday matchup.
Following the Green Bay Packers' Thanksgiving victory, star defender Micah Parsons confidently told Tom Brady that he has met the high standard he set for himself this season. Parsons asserted he has made a 'big jump' in his performance, now claiming the title of the NFL's 'best defensive player.' His declaration comes as he believes he is living up to the personal benchmark established to elevate his game significantly this year.
Tom Brady recognized Green Bay Packers' Micah Parsons as the LFG Player of the Game following his standout performance against the Detroit Lions on Thanksgiving. Brady presented the award after Parsons' significant contribution in Week 13, highlighting his impact on the field.
Detroit Lions' Isaac TeSlaa caught both targets for 35 yards and a 17-yard touchdown from Jared Goff in Thursday's 31-24 loss to the Packers, marking his third score of the season on only six receptions. This performance came after Amon-Ra St. Brown exited with an ankle injury. Coach Dan Campbell indicated St. Brown may miss a game or two, and with tight end Sam LaPorta (back) and veteran wideout Kalif Raymond (ankle) also sidelined, TeSlaa is expected to step into a WR2 role behind Jameson Williams for Week 14 against the Cowboys.
Williams caught 7 of 10 targets for a season-best 144 yards and a 22-yard touchdown in Thursday's 31-24 loss to the Packers, also losing 5 yards on one carry. Stepping into the WR1 role after Amon-Ra St. Brown's ankle injury, he set new season highs in catches and receiving yards, marking his fourth TD in five games. Coach Dan Campbell suggested St. Brown could miss 1-2 games, positioning Williams as the clear top downfield option for the Detroit Lions in Week 14 against the Cowboys. He has 38-706-6 on 61 targets this season.
Montgomery carried 8 times for 32 yards and a touchdown, adding 2 catches for 16 yards, in Thursday's 31-24 loss to the Packers. He also threw an incomplete pass. This second-quarter score was his sixth of the season but his first since Week 9, breaking a streak where Jahmyr Gibbs had accounted for the Detroit Lions' last four rushing touchdowns. As the No. 2 option, Montgomery has 543 rushing yards and a 20-151-0 receiving line through 12 games and aims for consecutive scores in Week 14 against the Cowboys.
J.J. McCarthy (concussion) was listed as limited on Thursday's practice report for the Minnesota Vikings, following concussion symptoms reported after Sunday's loss. He has been limited on both Week 13 injury reports and will likely need a full practice Friday to be available for Sunday's game at Seattle. Max Brosmer took first-team reps Wednesday and is in line for his first career start if McCarthy isn't cleared by an independent neurologist.
Kenneth Walker (glute) was limited in Thursday's practice for the Seattle Seahawks, following a capped session Wednesday. He has one more opportunity Friday to demonstrate his health before the team assigns a game designation for Sunday's contest against the Vikings. Over his last four games, Walker has accumulated 61 touches for 343 yards from scrimmage and one touchdown.
Jahmyr Gibbs carried 20 times for 68 yards and caught 3 of 4 targets for 18 yards in Thursday's 31-24 loss to the Packers, a disappointing output after three straight games with over 140 scrimmage yards. He watched David Montgomery score, ending his streak of Detroit's last four rushing touchdowns. Gibbs, however, did pass the 1,000-yard rushing milestone for the second straight season. Through 12 games, the Detroit Lions RB has amassed 1,019 rushing yards, 397 receiving yards, and 13 total TDs.
Dontayvion Wicks caught 6 of 7 targets for 94 yards and two touchdowns, adding 6 rushing yards, in Thursday's 31-24 win over the Lions. He scored a 22-yard TD in the second quarter and a 1-yard TD in the third, also making a game-sealing 16-yard fourth-down catch. Wicks, who hadn't scored a regular-season touchdown since Week 16 of 2024, edged Christian Watson for the team lead in receiving yards for the Green Bay Packers. He will look to build on this breakout performance against the Bears in Week 14.
Christian Watson caught 4 of 10 targets for 80 yards and a 51-yard touchdown, adding 3 rushing yards, in Thursday's 31-24 win over the Lions. This marked his third touchdown catch in the past three games. Despite his season debut not coming until Week 8, Watson has recorded at least 45 receiving yards in all six appearances, establishing himself as the top receiving option for the Green Bay Packers. He led the team with 10 targets Thursday and his fantasy stock continues to rise heading into a Week 14 matchup against the Bears.
Detroit Lions QB Jared Goff completed 20 of 26 passes for 256 yards and two touchdowns, adding 24 rushing yards, in Thursday's 31-24 loss to the Packers. Despite top target Amon-Ra St. Brown's early exit with an ankle injury, Goff found Jameson Williams for 144 yards and a score, and Isaac TeSlaa for another. This marks Goff's fourth multi-touchdown game in five outings since the Week 8 bye, boasting a 10:2 TD:INT ratio in that span.
