Minnesota Vikings running back Aaron Jones has a middle-of-the-road matchup on tap this weekend when he lines up against the Arizona Cardinals. The eighth-year veteran rebounded nicely in last week's thrilling victory over the Chicago Bears after a sub-par effort in which he put up his lowest fantasy output of 2024. The Cards' defense has been a chore for their opposition recently. However, they're vulnerable to running backs -; especially ones that operate effectively through the air, allowing 53 receptions to the position (ninth-most). While Arizona has been staunch of late, Jones still garners some appeal due to his involvement in the passing game. Additionally, Minnesota's offense has played well in difficult matchups on back-to-back weeks (Chicago, Tennessee). The 29-year-old is RotoBaller's PPR RB18 for this week's slate of action.

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Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears (concussion) is listed as questionable for the Week 13 game against the Washington Commanders despite putting in full practices on Thursday and Friday. Spears is trending in the right direction after missing last week's upset win over the division-rival Houston Texans due to a concussion, but apparently he hasn't been cleared by an independent neurologist and is up in the air to return this weekend. The 23-year-old hasn't been a very reliable flex option for fantasy managers in 2024, but his status will mean quite a bit to teammate Tony Pollard's fantasy value for Week 13. Pollard is in play as an RB3/flex in fantasy regardless of Spears' status, but if Spears misses a second straight game, the former Dallas Cowboys RB certainly will see more volume in the backfield, giving him RB2 upside. Julius Chestnut will operate as the RB2 again if Spears misses another contest.

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Tennessee Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley (ankle) practiced in full on Thursday and Friday and has been cleared to play in Week 13 on Sunday against the Washington Commanders. Ridley was held out of practice on Wednesday. The 29-year-old will remain the favorite target for quarterback Will Levis yet again after catching five of his six targets for 93 yards in last week's upset win over the division-rival Houston Texans. In his first year in Tennessee, Ridley has a 41-634-3 line on 80 targets. He leads the Titans in catches, targets and receiving yards through 12 weeks and could be busy yet again in D.C. this weekend. The Commanders defense has been around middle of the pack in terms of fantasy points allowed to opposing receivers, although their secondary has been a point of weakness for much of the year. Ridley should be considered a solid WR2 for fantasy managers.

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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers comes out of his bye to face off against the Seattle Seahawks at home in Week 13. The Jets had been sputtering on offense heading into the bye as they scored just 33 total points in their two previous games before the week off. The Seahawks represent a middle-of-the-road matchup for Rodgers as they are allowing the 18th-most fantasy points per game to opposing signal-callers this season. Rodgers has just 335 passing yards and two touchdowns over his past two games and should be treated as a mid-range QB3 in fantasy in Week 13 against Seattle.

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback Sam Darnold will line up against the visiting Arizona Cardinals this Sunday. The former third-overall pick of the 2018 NFL Draft has rebounded nicely over his last two contests from a two-week slump in which he bolstered a 3:6 touchdown-turnover ratio. He'll get a Cardinals defense in Week 13 that's been stingy of late, letting up one TD over their last three matchups. Arizona's defensive numbers look solid overall, but they're susceptible to effective offenses and give up an average of 340.5 yards per game -; the fifteenth-most in the league. The 27-year-old has already set a career-high with his 21 TD passes (fifth-most in the league) and should continue to provide viable fantasy numbers over the season's final stretch. Particularly in a matchup with a 45-point over/under -; one of the higher combined point total projections of the weekend. Darnold is RotoBaller's QB14 in this week's rankings.

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Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix (back) logged a full practice session on Friday, which puts him on track to start on Monday evening against the Cleveland Browns. Nix was a limited participant on Thursday, but seeing him already return to full participation suggests this injury was quite minor. However, fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status throughout the weekend in case he faces a setback. Since Week 8, the Oregon product has begun to turn the corner in his rookie season, averaging 260.4 passing yards in each game and holding an 11:1 TD:INT ratio in this span. Fantasy managers should view Nix as a solid QB1 in all formats on Monday despite facing a tough Cleveland defense that has allowed the tenth-fewest PPR points to opposing QBs this season.

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Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is coming off a Week 12 performance in which he completed less than 40 percent of his passes and has just a 47.1% completion rate on the year. Not only that, with just a 5:7 TD:INT in seven starts and missing Josh Downs, the 22-year-old won't instill managers with much confidence to use him in their lineups in Week 13. On the other hand, the second-year pro has had double-digit rush attempts in three of the last four games he's played and scored twice on the ground during that time. His rushing ability, combined with facing the Patriots this week, does offer a glimmer of hope that the former first-round draft pick could make for a viable streaming option if needed. The Patriots have allowed the 12th-most fantasy points to quarterbacks this season, but have yielded four touchdown passes in back-to-back weeks now and 16 in their last seven games, compared to just three pass TDs in the first five weeks. Add it up, and Richardson has the makings of a high-end QB2 this week, with QB1 upside given his penchant for finding the end zone via the rush.

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Cleveland Browns wide receiver Cedric Tillman (concussion) remained sidelined during Friday's practice, according to Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN. The 24-year-old wideout suffered this concussion during their Week 12 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Seeing Tillman remain sidelined during practice does not put him in a good position to suit up on Monday evening. However, fantasy managers should continue to monitor him in case he turns the corner over the weekend. Since Jameis Winston took over starting duties, Tillman has averaged a solid 66.0 yards per game with 15.4 PPR points per game. If Tillman cannot play, fantasy managers should expect Jerry Jeudy, Elijah Moore, and David Njoku to lead the Cleveland passing attack on Monday evening.

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Los Angeles Rams tight end Tyler Higbee (knee) will not play this weekend, according to Stu Jackson of Rams.com. While Higbee was already expected to sit out this weekend, Jackson noted that the tight end is "probably" ready and that the coaching staff will be "smart with him." Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status next week, but the veteran could be on the verge of making his season debut against the Buffalo Bills next week. While he has been sidelined, Colby Parkinson has seen most of the starting opportunities. When Higbee does return, he could be worth a look in deeper formats but will likely face stiff target competition playing alongside Puka Nacua, Cooper Kupp, Demarcus Robinson, and Kyren Williams.

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San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa (hip) and offensive tackle Trent Williams (ankle) will not suit up in Week 13 to face the Buffalo Bills, according to Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle. Both Bosa and Williams will now miss their second-straight contest. Through ten games, Bosa has tallied 36 tackles (24 solos), seven tackles with one pass deflection, while Williams has been a mainstay on the San Francisco offensive line. As a result, fantasy managers should expect Jaylon Moore to get the nod at left tackle, while Sam Okuayinou, Yetur Gross-Matos, and Leonard Floyd will see an uptick in playing time on the defensive line. Without Williams, the San Francisco offense could be in trouble, especially if they do not have their starting QB, Brock Purdy (shoulder), who is also listed as questionable.

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game, according to Eric Branch of the San Francisco Chronicle. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to his status during the weekend, as he could be a game-time decision. Last weekend, Brandon Allen got the starting nod and went 17-for-29 with 199 yards, a score, and an interception. Purdy has enjoyed another strong fantasy campaign, averaging 23.4 PPR points through ten games. If Purdy can play, fantasy managers should view him as a low-end QB1, as he will face a tough Buffalo defense in a potentially unfavorable weather setting. If Allen gets the nod for the second-straight week, he would be viewed as a low-end QB2.UPDATE: Purdy practiced in full on Friday, and head coach Kyle Shanahan expects him to play on Sunday. "Lots of things can happen between now and then," but as of now, the Niners expect him to be active against Buffalo.

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New York Jets running back Breece Hall (knee) is listed as questionable but should be "good to go" according to Rich Cimini of ESPN. The star running back was able to log a full practice for the first time this week, which puts him in a great position heading into the weekend. Hall opened the week as a non-participant but was updated to a limited participant on Thursday. Despite New York's offensive struggles, Hall has still continued to produce solid RB1 production as he has averaged 16.8 PPR points per game with 57.5 rushing and 36.5 receiving yards per game. If he can suit up on Sunday, fantasy managers should lock him into all lineups despite him facing the Seattle Seahawks, who have allowed the 12th-fewest PPR points this season to opposing RBs.

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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Tyler Lockett (knee) does not carry an injury designation into Sunday's match against the New York Jets. The veteran wideout was unable to practice on Wednesday and Thursday but was able to turn in a full session on Friday. The 32-year-old has taken a step back this season, as he has only averaged 45.0 yards per game and is on pace to have one of the lowest yardage totals of his career. Over the past two weeks, he has tallied just 49 combined yards and caught just two passes in each game. Facing a tough Jets secondary that has allowed the fewest PPR points, fantasy managers should only view Lockett as a desperation flex play in PPR formats.

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Seattle Seahawks wide receiver DK Metcalf (shoulder) is off the injury report and good to go for Sunday's matchup against the New York Jets. Metcalf was unable to participate in practice on Wednesday and Thursday with a shoulder injury but was able to log a full session on Friday. As a result, fantasy managers should feel comfortable locking him into all lineups this weekend, as he should see his typical snap count operating as the lead wideout in the Seattle passing attack. Through nine games this season, Metcalf has averaged a solid 14.9 PPR points per game with 77.4 yards per contest. Despite facing a tough New York secondary that has allowed the fewest PPR points to opposing wideouts, Metcalf should still be viewed as a solid WR2 in all formats.

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Washington Commanders defensive back Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans, according to Mike Garafolo of the NFL Network. Lattimore has yet to make his Washington debut as he remains sidelined with this hamstring injury. However, Lattimore was able to log three consecutive limited practice sessions this week, which suggests that he could be on his way to returning following their Week 14 bye. Earlier this season, Lattimore tallied 30 tackles (22 solo), eight assists, and two pass deflections through seven games with New Orleans. As a result, Mike Sainristil and Benjamin St-Juste will see most of the snaps on Sunday if Lattimore cannot suit up.

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Washington Commanders running back Brian Robinson Jr. (ankle) logged a full practice on Friday and does not carry an injury designation for this Sunday's game against the Tennessee Titans, according to John Keim of ESPN. Robinson sustained this ankle injury last weekend during their loss to the Dallas Cowboys. The Alabama product was only able to log five carries before exiting early. Even though Robinson missed time earlier this season, fantasy managers should feel confident locking him in as a solid RB2 as he has found the end zone seven times through eight games. In addition, No. 2 running back Austin Ekeler (concussion) will not suit up, which will open up even more opportunities for Robinson, which could make him a low-end RB1 despite facing a tough Tennessee rushing defense.

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Washington Commanders running back Austin Ekeler (concussion) will not suit up this weekend when the Washington Commanders host the Tennessee Titans. Ekeler suffered this concussion (his second of the season) during last weekend's loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Before exiting the game tallied 22 yards on nine rushing attempts. Ekeler has enjoyed a solid debut campaign in the DMV, as he has averaged 11.6 PPR points per game, operating primarily as a third-down option. As a result, fantasy managers should expect Brian Robinson Jr. to see the majority of snaps, while Jeremy McNichols could mix in as a change-of-pace option. Even though the Titans have allowed the 11th-fewest PPR points to opposing RBs, Robinson could have top-12 upside, given the increased workload.

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New England Patriots safety Kyle Dugger (ankle) is listed as questionable to play against the visiting Indianapolis Colts on Sunday in Week 13. In addition to Dugger, safety Jabrill Peppers (knee), linebackers Christian Elliss (knee), Anfernee Jennings (knee) and Sione Takitaki (knee), and defensive tackle Jaquelin Roy (neck) are questionable for the Pats defense. The 28-year-old Dugger has played through limited tags each of the last two weeks, so barring a setback on Saturday, he should be active on Sunday for New England's secondary. Dugger has only played in eight games so far in 2024 due to injury and has compiled 44 tackles (30 solo), one sack, five tackles for loss, three pass breakups and a forced fumble. At best, he'll be a low-end starting option at defensive back for those in IDP fantasy formats.

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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (hamstring) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Baltimore Ravens, according to Jonathan Jones of CBS. Fantasy managers should continue to pay close attention to his status throughout the weekend, as he could be a game-time decision. Smith sat out last weekend with this injury and opened the week as a non-participant in practice. He was then able to upgrade to a limited participant on Thursday and Friday. Throughout the season, Smith has shown flashes of his elite upside but has struggled to produce consistently. If he can play this weekend, fantasy managers should view him as a WR2 with upside facing a weak Baltimore secondary that has allowed the most PPR points to opposing wideouts this season. If he cannot play, A.J. Brown and Dallas Goedert could see a significant uptick in targets.

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New England Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas (ankle) has been listed as questionable to play this Sunday against the visiting Indianapolis Colts in Week 13. Douglas was limited in practice this week and is now up in the air to play this weekend. If the 23-year-old is ruled out, it would be a serious downgrade for New England's offense, as he's been one of quarterback Drake Maye's favorite target through the air. Douglas entered Week 13 leading the team's receiving corps in receptions (48), receiving yards (477) and targets (66) while scoring one touchdown in 12 games in his second season in the NFL. Because of his injury, Douglas becomes more of a shaky WR4/5 option for fantasy managers this weekend. If he's unable to get the green light to play on Sunday morning, Kendrick Bourne and Kayshon Boutte will likely be the top receivers, with tight ends Hunter Henry and Austin Hooper also seeing more work.

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