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Wide receiver Tee Higgins has been ruled out of the Thanksgiving game against the Ravens due to a concussion sustained in Week 12. Coach Zac Taylor confirmed Higgins will miss the matchup. Joe Burrow is expected to start, and Ja'Marr Chase returns from suspension.
Cowboys left tackle Tyler Guyton is likely to miss Thursday's game against the Chiefs due to a high-ankle sprain suffered in Sunday's win over the Eagles. He left the game and did not return. Nate Thomas is expected to fill in at left tackle.
Jacksonville Jaguars RB Travis Etienne led the backfield in Sunday's overtime win against Arizona, totaling 18 touches. He rushed for 86 yards on 15 attempts and added 3 catches for 30 yards. Notably, Etienne scored his first receiving touchdown since Week 2, contributing significantly to the Jaguars' victory. His performance highlighted his dual-threat ability in the team's offensive scheme.
Cincinnati Bengals TE Mike Gesicki is now considered a low-end fantasy option for Week 13. This opportunity arises because WR Tee Higgins (concussion) has been ruled out for Thursday night's game against the Ravens. With Higgins sidelined, and Ja'Marr Chase expected to command significant targets, Gesicki could potentially see an uptick in involvement, making him a speculative play in deeper fantasy formats.
Cincinnati Bengals WR Andrei Iosivas is now considered a low-end fantasy option for Week 13. This development comes as WR Tee Higgins (concussion) has been ruled out for Thursday night's game against the Ravens. With Higgins sidelined, and Ja'Marr Chase expected to dominate targets, Iosivas could see an increased role, making him a speculative play in deeper fantasy leagues.
Robert Griffin III joined Colin Cowherd to analyze Caleb Williams' performance and the Chicago Bears' strong 8-3 record. The discussion focused on the team's success under Williams, highlighting their current standing in the league. Griffin's insights provided context on the quarterback's role in the Bears' impressive season, as detailed in the interview on The Herd.
Robert Griffin III joined Colin Cowherd to analyze Jaxon Smith-Njigba’s record-breaking pace. The discussion on The Herd highlighted Smith-Njigba's impressive performance, emphasizing his current trajectory and the significance of his achievements. Griffin's analysis provided context on the wide receiver's standout season, noting his exceptional progress.
New England Patriots RB TreVeyon Henderson solidified his role as the clear lead back in Week 12, even with Rhamondre Stevenson's return. The rookie out-carried Stevenson 18-6 and also led in targets, 4-2. This performance underscores Henderson's increasing prominence in the Patriots' backfield, demonstrating his continued high usage and production.
Despite Rhamondre Stevenson's return in Week 12, TreVeyon Henderson remained the clear lead back for the New England Patriots. Henderson significantly out-carried Stevenson 18-6 and also received more targets, 4-2. This indicates a shift in the team's backfield dynamics, with the rookie taking on a more prominent role even with Stevenson back in action.
Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud continues to be in concussion protocol, having missed the last three games. Coach DeMeco Ryans stated Stroud will start once cleared. Davis Mills has started in Stroud's absence, leading the Texans to three consecutive wins.
Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott overcame a sluggish start and an early interception in Sunday's win over the Eagles, rallying from a 21-0 deficit. He finished the game with 354 passing yards, 2 passing touchdowns, and an additional rushing score. This performance marked his second-best fantasy score of the season and the third-best among quarterbacks for the week. Prescott now ranks among the top 5 per-game scorers at the position for the season, depending on league format.
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy has been placed in concussion protocol after reporting symptoms on the flight home from Green Bay. Head coach Kevin O'Connell announced the news Monday. McCarthy's status for Week 13 against the Seahawks is uncertain, potentially leading to Max Brosmer starting.
CeeDee Lamb has struggled with drops, tying for the league lead with eight this season. While still a must-start, his inconsistency has capped his fantasy ceiling, averaging 12-15 points per game. George Pickens appears to be the more reliable WR1 for the Cowboys currently.
Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson received a significant target load during the season-opening game against the Philadelphia Eagles. This indicates his early involvement in the team's passing scheme, alongside CeeDee Lamb, despite George Pickens' later impact.
Undrafted rookie quarterback Max Brosmer is in line to start for the Vikings in Week 13 if J.J. McCarthy remains in concussion protocol. McCarthy reported symptoms Monday, and Brosmer will take first-team reps. Brosmer has appeared in four games this season, completing 5-of-8 passes for 42 yards.
Browns quarterback Dillon Gabriel has cleared concussion protocol. However, coach Kevin Stefanski announced that Shedeur Sanders will retain his starting position for Week 13 against the 49ers, indicating the decision is performance-based rather than injury-related.
Rookie wide receiver Jayden Higgins has become a key target for the Texans, emerging as the clear No. 2 receiver. He has been a top-36 fantasy receiver in four of his last five games, seeing at least seven targets in each. With C.J. Stroud expected back, Higgins offers WR3/flex upside.
With Alvin Kamara sidelined by an MCL sprain, Devin Neal is set to take over as the Saints' primary running back. Neal played 74% of snaps and had 12 touches in Week 12, recording 61 scrimmage yards. He projects as a volume-based RB3 with RB2 upside against a favorable schedule.
New England Patriots starting left tackle Will Campbell, who suffered a right knee injury and was carted off the field Sunday, might still return this season. Coach Mike Vrabel expressed optimism regarding Campbell's potential return, indicating that despite the incident, the team believes he could be back on the field before the end of the 2025 season. This provides a hopeful outlook for the Patriots' offensive line.
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (shoulder/foot) is slated to participate in all practice activities throughout Week 13 and is expected to be cleared to play Sunday against the Cardinals, provided he avoids any setbacks. Head coach Todd Bowles confirmed the update on Monday. Irving has been a limited participant in the last five practices, but the team anticipates his return to action even if he doesn't upgrade to full reps this week. His status will be monitored closely.
