Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (calf, quadriceps) was listed as a limited practice participant on Wednesday due to two injuries. Jacobs played through his quad issue in the Week 11 win over the division-rival Chicago Bears, but the calf issue is a new one. The 26-year-old had another workhorse role last Sunday, seeing 22 touches for 134 scrimmage yards and a rushing score against a tough Bears defense. We'll keep a close eye on his practice status through the rest of the week, but as of right now, Jacobs should be expected to suit up this Sunday for a big NFC matchup against the visiting San Francisco 49ers. If active, Jacobs should remain a low-end RB1 choice for fantasy managers with little competition for touches in Green Bay's backfield. The former Raiders RB enters Week 12 averaging 14.4 half-PPR points, which has him tied for 15th among RBs with Jonathan Taylor.

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New England Patriots tight end Austin Hooper (neck) was listed as limited on the team's practice report on Wednesday. Hooper apparently picked up a neck injury in the Week 11 loss to the Los Angeles Rams, but the fact that he practiced at all on Wednesday means he has a good shot of playing this Sunday when the team takes on the division-rival Miami Dolphins. The 30-year-old has seen an uptick in production the last two weeks with rookie quarterback Drake Maye now leading the offense -- he's caught seven of eight targets for 99 yards -- although he's still nothing more than a low-end TE2 for fantasy purposes while ceding most of the tight end pass-catching work to Hunter Henry. In his first year in New England, Hooper has just one trip to paydirt and has 23 receptions (34 targets) for 236 yards in 11 games.

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Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth has done very little for fantasy over the past six weeks but will look to bounce back in a divisional bout with the Cleveland Browns in Week 12. The Browns look like a favorable matchup for tight ends on paper, but Taysom Hill's monstrous showing last week accounts for nearly 35% of the points Cleveland has allowed to the position this season. Only two other tight ends have managed top-10 finishes against the Browns in 2024. Freiermuth does not seem to have a reliable role in Pittsburgh's offense with quarterback Russell Wilson targeting fellow tight end Darnell Washington twice more than Freiermuth since taking over for Justin Fields in Week 7. Even with a few big names on bye this week, fantasy managers should not rely on Freiermuth as there are likely better replacement options available on waivers.

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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (hamstring) didn't take part in practice with the rest of the team on Wednesday. It's the third straight week that Smith has been listed on the injury report with a hamstring, but he played each of the last two games, albeit to the tune of just six receptions on nine targets for 43 yards and no touchdowns. As long as the 26-year-old is able to return to practice on Thursday or Friday, he stands a good chance of being available to play in Week 12 against the Los Angeles Rams. However, a questionable tag could make life difficult on fantasy managers with the Eagles playing on Sunday Night Football this week. We'd expect Smith to play this weekend as he looks to get back in the good graces of his fantasy managers. Treat him as a WR2 if he's active on Sunday.

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Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson was disappointing in last week's win over the Baltimore Ravens and gets another divisional opponent in the Cleveland Browns on Thursday Night Football. The Browns have been middle-of-the-road against the air attack and fantasy QBs this season. While Wilson averages over 235 passing yards per contest, touchdowns have come inconsistently for this Steelers offense, specifically in the red zone. Additionally, this showdown is projected for a meager point total with the over/under sitting at just 36.5. Because of this, Wilson is not a recommended option in most leagues this week, but he can be deployed as a middling QB2 in superflex or two-quarterback formats.

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Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris has been a consistent fantasy producer for most of the season and will hope to continue this success on the road against the Cleveland Browns. The Browns have been solid against the run this year, specifically in Cleveland where they allow just 98.6 rushing yards per game. Nonetheless, Harris is a dependable fantasy asset based on volume. The 26-year-old has been given at least 16 opportunities in every contest this season and usually earns a few looks in the passing game even with backfield mate Jaylen Warren healthy. Thursday night's divisional face-off isn't expected to be high-scoring, so while Harris' touchdown upside might be somewhat limited, he still offers a high floor and thus should be started in most formats as an RB2.

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Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens enters Week 12 with the fourth-most receiving yards in the NFL and will look to advance his breakout campaign against the Cleveland Browns. Although the Browns have been solid defensively this year, they have been exploited by opposing wideouts. Cleveland allows the fourth-most fantasy points per game to receivers despite surrendering the fourth-fewest receptions to the position. In other words, the Browns give up big plays and touchdowns, which is exactly how Pickens tends to make an impact. The third-year pro has only scored twice this season but is tied for the sixth-most red zone targets in the league and has had multiple touchdowns overturned or nullified by penalties. Fantasy managers should confidently deploy Pickens as a low-end WR1 on Thursday night.

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The Seattle Seahawks opened the 21-day practice window for safety Rayshawn Jenkins (hand) on Wednesday. Jenkins is in his first season with the Seahawks. He was forced onto injured reserve after the Seahawks' Week 6 loss to the San Francisco 49ers. However, he had been playing well prior to his injury. In six games played, Jenkins recorded 38 total tackles and recovered a fumble. It is unclear when Jenkins will return to game action, but this Seahawks defense is continuing to get healthier for the stretch run of the season. The unit seemed to find some success in Week 11 against the 49ers. They limited the 49ers to just 17 points. If the defense can continue to succeed, it will likely assist the offense. As such, the Seahawks' skill position players such as quarterback Geno Smith, running back Kenneth Walker III, and wide receivers DK Metcalf, Tyler Lockett, and Jaxon Smith-Njigba could enjoy a lot more success moving forward. Additionally, better play from the defensive unit could put the Seahawks D/ST in play for fantasy.

San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle (hamstring) was limited during practice Wednesday, Nov. 20.

Fantasy Spin: Kittle is optimistic about his availability for Week 12, but fantasy players will know more about his status over the next few days. He is a weekly starting option in all fantasy leagues when healthy.

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San Francisco 49ers RB Christian McCaffrey (non-injury) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 20.

Fantasy Spin: McCaffrey has received at least 19 touches in each of his first two games of the season and has over 100 total yards in both games. He will continue to be a significant part of the offense and is a must-start option in fantasy leagues.

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Green Bay Packers CB Jaire Alexander (knee) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 20. DT Kenny Clark (toe), LB Edgerrin Cooper (hamstring), OG Elgton Jenkins (non-injury), OG Josh Myers (wrist), OT Rasheed Walker (knee), S Evan Williams (hamstring) and DE Colby Wooden (shoulder) were limited during practice.

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Minnesota Vikings TE Josh Oliver (ankle, wrist) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 20. DE Jonathan Bullard (toe) was limited during practice. LB Gabriel Murphy (knee) and TE Nick Muse (hand) fully participated in practice.

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Denver Broncos WR Josh Reynolds (hand) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Nov. 20.

Fantasy Spin: Reynolds is still on the Reserve/Injured list but could be activated before the Week 12 game, so fantasy players should monitor the situation. Players may want to see Reynolds play in a game before considering him for their starting lineups.

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Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (ankle) was limited in practice on Wednesday. Anderson's return to practice is a welcome sight for fantasy managers who were planning on rolling out the Texans D/ST in Week 12 against the Tennessee Titans. The star second-year player is a key cog in a solid Texans defense. Anderson has racked up 7.5 sacks in nine games played in 2024. Should Anderson play this week, he is sure to sack Titans quarterback Will Levis at least once, if not multiple times. The Texans boast the No. 6 D/ST in fantasy in 2024. The Titans happen to be the best matchup for opposing D/STs in fantasy this season. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor this situation to ensure that Anderson will be active. However, with Anderson trending towards playing this week, the Texans should be 100% rostered and started throughout fantasy football leagues.

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Minnesota Vikings QB Sam Darnold (foot) was limited during practice Wednesday, Nov. 20.

Fantasy Spin: Darnold had a bounce back performance last week and has thrown at least two touchdowns in three of the last four games. He will be facing a good Chicago Bears defense this week but could be a possible starting option in some deeper leagues.

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Minnesota Vikings RB Aaron Jones (ribs) fully participated in practice Wednesday, Nov. 20.

Fantasy Spin: Jones was held to only 39 yards rushing last week but rushed for at least 50 yards in each of the previous four games. He will see a good amount of touches in Week 12 and can be at least a flex option in fantasy leagues.

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Washington Commanders cornerback Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) is still not practicing after being acquired at the trade deadline. Lattimore was acquired by the Commanders in a move that signaled they are all in on this season but he has not played since Week 8 when he was still a member of the New Orleans Saints. Lattimore would be a huge boost to a Commanders defensive secondary that has already limited opposing passing offenses to 184.4 yards per game in 2024. Lattimore's experience would be great for the less experienced corners in Washington. Lattimore's progress throughout the week should be monitored. However, if he has trouble getting on the practice field in any capacity on Thursday, it seems unlikely that he will play in Week 12 against the Dallas Cowboys. If Lattimore misses another week, it would be great news for Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush and wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (back/foot). Lamb seems poised to succeed against the Commanders no matter what. Not having Lattimore on the field would make life that much easier for Lamb who is not competing for targets with anyone else on the Cowboys.

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New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II (knee) opened up the Week 12 injury report as a limited participant. Lawrence is one of the best defensive tackles in the league. He anchors what is actually a solid New York Giants defense. The Giants host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 12. Lawrence and his nine sacks will definitely be needed with Baker Mayfield and company coming to town. Given that Lawrence is a veteran and has played in every game this season, his presence as a limited participant on the injury report this early in the week is of little concern. He is enjoying a career year and should give Mayfield and the skill players in Tampa Bay fits on Sunday provided he remains healthy enough to play.

Miami Dolphins OT Terron Armstead (knee), DT Calais Campbell (non-injury), CB Kendall Fuller (concussion) and S Jordan Poyer (non-injury) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 20. FB Alec Ingold (calf), DT Benito Jones (shoulder), OG Rob Jones (groin, knee), CB Jalen Ramsey (knee) and OT Isaiah Wynn (knee, quadriceps) were limited during practice. LB Tyus Bowser (calf, knee), C Aaron X. Brewer (calf, shoulder), LB Jordyn Brooks (wrist), TE Julian Hill (shoulder), S Jevon Holland (hand, knee) and S Patrick McMorris (calf) fully participated in practice.

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Houston Texans DE Denico Autry (knee, oblique), DT Folorunso Fatukasi (foot) and OT Blake Fisher (concussion) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Nov. 20. LB Azeez Al-Shaair (knee), DE Will Anderson Jr. (ankle) and CB Derek Stingley Jr. (hip) were limited during practice. CB Kamari Lassiter (concussion) fully participated in practice.

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