Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle will look to deliver flex value in fantasy in Week 13. The Cowboys will host the New York Giants in a Thanksgiving Day tilt. The Giants have been much better against the pass than the run in 2024 and the Cowboys may look to exploit that weakness. Dowdle has come alive as the Cowboys' feature back in recent weeks. His production is not anything spectacular, but he is certainly worthy of a flex spot if you are dealing with injuries. Dowdle has scored double-digit PPR fantasy points in five of his seven games played. He is very involved in the passing game which will help offset any lack of rushing output in Dallas' middling offense. Dowdle also has a chance to find the end zone for the first time on the ground this season. With New York's offense not faring much better than Dallas' over the last few weeks, the Cowboys should be in a neutral to positive game script all day. You do not need to force Dowdle into your lineup this week, but he should provide a solid fantasy floor as he has for most of the season since he took over as the starting running back.

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (back/foot) is off the injury report and ready to go for Thanksgiving Day. He has received 12 targets in each of his last two games. His reception baseline is keeping him afloat in fantasy football because he has not scored a touchdown since Week 8. With quarterback Cooper Rush behind center in place of Dak Prescott (hamstring), Lamb has yet to have a signature boom game. The Giants are the No. 14 defense against opposing wide receivers in fantasy this season. This is a neutral matchup for Lamb, but his target volume alone is going to ensure that he remains at least a high-end WR2. Although Rush has played well over the last two weeks, he does not seem able to lead the Cowboys' offense to high point totals. That will continue to limit Lamb's fantasy output. This game could be a gritty intra-divisional matchup. The Giants are in turmoil as a team, but the Cowboys have severely underperformed this season. Even so, there is no benching Lamb in this matchup. Given that it is a high-profile Thanksgiving game, Lamb could go off at any minute. Fire him up with confidence this week.

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Baltimore Ravens tight end Charlie Kolar (forearm) is expected to miss at least four weeks after breaking his arm on Monday night. Kolar has been an important depth piece in a talented Ravens tight end room. He has recorded nine receptions for 131 yards and a touchdown for the Ravens this season while playing behind Isaiah Likely and Mark Andrews. This injury puts more pressure on Likely and Andrews as the team's top two tight ends. The Ravens signed tight end Scotty Washington to their practice squad in a depth move. Kolar's injury does not have a lot of fantasy implications. However, he is one less target for Likely and Andrews to compete within this offense.

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Los Angeles Chargers tight end Will Dissly (knee) did not practice on Wednesday with a knee injury. The tight end did not show any sign of this injury on Monday evening as he was deployed as the clear TE1 in the Los Angeles offense. In this game, Dissly brought in all four of his targets for 47 yards. Since Week 7, Dissly has begun to see a drastic increase in targets as he has averaged 6.2 per game during this span which is an increase compared to the 3.0 he saw per game during the first six games of the season. Over his past three games, Dissly has caught at least four passes in each game and averaged 11.6 PPR points per game. If Dissly can suit up this weekend, fantasy managers should view him as a low-end TE1 facing the Atlanta Falcons.

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David Montgomery will aim to contribute as a key part of Detroit's backfield in a Week 13 divisional clash against the Chicago Bears. During the Lions' 24-6 victory over Indianapolis, Montgomery managed eight carries for 37 yards and a touchdown before exiting in the third quarter with a shoulder injury. While he intends to play through the issue, his workload may be reduced in favor of Jahmyr Gibbs, who impressed with 21 carries for 90 yards and two touchdowns. The Bears' defense has been more vulnerable against the run, allowing the eighth-most rushing yards and the tenth-most rushing touchdowns to running backs this season. If Montgomery suits up, his red zone usage and touchdown potential make him a viable RB2 option, even if his snap count is limited.

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Detroit Lions wide receiver Jameson Williams aims to build on his recent performance as the Lions host the Chicago Bears in Week 13. In the Lions' 24-6 victory over the Indianapolis Colts, Williams led the team with 64 receiving yards on five catches, surpassing Amon-Ra St. Brown's six receptions for 62 yards. Notably, Williams has recorded a reception of 20 or more yards in eight of nine games this season, highlighting his big-play capability. The Bears' defense has been susceptible to deep passes, allowing the fifth-most receptions of 40+ yards per game. This vulnerability aligns well with Williams' skill set, making him a potential breakout candidate in this matchup. Fantasy managers should consider Williams a high-upside flex option for Week 13.

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Detroit Lions kicker Jake Bates will aim to stay consistent as the Lions take on the Chicago Bears in Week 13. Bates connected on his lone field-goal attempt, a booming 56-yarder, and converted all three of his extra points in the Lions' 24-6 victory over Indianapolis. He continues to deliver, maintaining a perfect 16-for-16 record on field goals this season and leading the league with 40 successful PATs, a testament to Detroit's dynamic offense. Bates has scored eight or more fantasy points in eight of 11 games this year, proving to be one of the most dependable fantasy kickers. With the Lions once again boasting the highest projected team total this week, Bates remains a safe option for fantasy managers looking to capitalize on his steady production.

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Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta will look to step up as the Lions host the Chicago Bears in Week 13. In his first game back from a shoulder injury, LaPorta was targeted six timesthird most on the teambut managed just three receptions for 19 yards. It marked the fourth time this season he's been held under 30 receiving yards, continuing a season where he's reached double-digit fantasy points only three times. The Bears defense has been vulnerable to tight ends, allowing the 10th-most receiving yards per game to the position. With another week to recover, LaPorta has a favorable matchup to improve his production and return to form as a key part of Detroit's passing attack. In Week 13, he remains a low-end TE option for fantasy managers.

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Dallas Cowboys tight end Jake Ferguson (concussion) will not play on Thursday due to a concussion, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN. Ferguson will now miss his second straight contest after sustaining the injury during their Week 11 loss to the Houston Texans. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his progress ahead of their Week 14 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. As a result, Luke Schoonmaker will get the starting nod once again. Last weekend, Schoonmaker was productive and brought in three of his four targets for 55 yards and a score against the Washington Commanders. Schnoonmaker has a tough matchup against the Giants, though, who have allowed the second-fewest PPR points to opposing tight ends this season.

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Detroit Lions running back Jahmyr Gibbs takes on the Chicago Bears in a Thanksgiving Day NFC North showdown. Gibbs has been a consistent fantasy force, scoring seven rushing touchdowns in his last six games and 10 total on the season. Coming off a strong 21-carry, 90-yard, two-touchdown effort against the Colts, Gibbs has now surpassed 16 PPR fantasy points in eight of 11 games this season. The Bears' defense has been vulnerable against the run, allowing the eighth-most rushing yards and 10th-most rushing touchdowns per game to running backs. Gibbs' explosiveness and involvement in the Lions' offense solidify him as a must-start RB1 in Week 13. Look for another productive outing from the young star on Thanksgiving.

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Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Demarcus Robinson will not a face team suspension, according to Sarah Barshop of ESPN. Robinson was arrested on Monday on suspicion of DUI but should be expected to suit up this weekend against the New Orleans Saints. However, Barshop noted that the team will let the league's disciplinary process play out, which could result in a suspension at a later date. As a result, fantasy managers should expect Robinson to continue to operate as the No. 3 wideout behind Puka Nacua and Cooper Kupp. Over his past three contests, Robinson has averaged just 4.0 targets per game with 19.0 yards per game. Fantasy managers should view him as a low-end WR4/flex and a high-risk, high-reward option in DFS facing a weak New Orleans secondary that has allowed the sixth-most PPR points to opposing wideouts this season.

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Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Josh Downs (shoulder) was listed as a non-participant during Wednesday's estimated practice report as the team only held a walkthrough. Downs was initially deemed "week-to-week" after sustaining this shoulder injury during their loss to the Detroit Lions last weekend. However, the team has yet to rule Downs out, so fantasy managers should continue to closely monitor his status throughout the week. However, seeing him open the week as a non-participant is not a positive sign. Before Week 12, Downs was enjoying a nice stretch of performances as he averaged a strong 17.0 PPR points per game during Weeks 8 through 11. If Downs is unable to suit up, Michael Pittman Jr., Alec Pierce (foot), and rookie Adonai Mitchell would lead the passing attack.

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Chicago Bears rookie wide receiver Rome Odunze will look to be more productive after a quiet performance in Week 12 as he faces a tough Detroit Lions defense in Week 13. While the Lions' defense ranks second in points allowed, they've been vulnerable to the pass, ranking 25th in pass yards allowed. This could enable Odunze to see some deep shots, especially in a Bears offense that seems to be trending upward. Odunze had a quiet outing in Week 12, finishing with five receptions for 39 yards against the Minnesota Vikings. He must improve his game if the Bears hope to keep pace with the high-powered Lions offense. While he remains a risky play, Odunze has high upside as a desperation flex option this week, particularly if the Bears are forced to air it out in a potential shootout on Thanksgiving.

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Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Darnell Mooney (Achilles) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice session, according to Daniel Flick of Sports Illustrated. Fantasy managers should continue to closely monitor his status, as he was dealing with this same injury prior to their Week 11 match and even left that game early with an additional hamstring injury. However, head coach Raheem Morris said Mooney is "looking good and feeling better." After catching only one pass in the season opener, Mooney has gone on to average a strong 15.8 PPR points during Weeks 2 through 10. During this span, Mooney saw 8.2 targets and brought in 74.3 yards per game. If Mooney is able to suit up, fantasy managers should view him a solid flex option facing the Los Angeles Chargers, who have allowed the 13th-fewest PPR points to opposing wideouts this season.

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Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet is a risky fantasy start in Week 13 as he faces a solid Detroit Lions defense. Despite the Lions ranking second in points allowed, they have struggled against the pass, ranking 25th in pass yards allowed. However, Kmet continues to be a secondary option in the Bears' offense, which has been inconsistent all season. With three solid wide receivers in the mix, Kmet has competition for targets, but his usage has started to pick up again. After a quiet middle of the season, Kmet had a promising Week 12, finishing with seven receptions for 64 yards. While the matchup is tough, he remains an intriguing fantasy play with touchdown upside, especially if the Bears are forced to throw in a potential high-scoring game. Kmet can be started as a risky option, but with the potential for a solid return if he finds the end zone.

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The Chicago Bears defense and special teams will look to bounce back in Week 13 as they face the talented Detroit Lions in a division-rivalry game. After a mixed performance in Week 12, where the Bears' defense allowed several big plays to the Minnesota Vikings, they now turn their attention to Jared Goff and the Lions' explosive offense. Detroit's offense has been one of the best in the league, ranking second in scoring, fourth in rushing yards, and sixth in passing yards. The Lions' two-headed rushing attack, featuring Jahmyr Gibbs and former Bear David Montgomery, has been nearly unstoppable this season. With the Bears' 20th-ranked rush defense, they may struggle to contain it. Adding to the challenge is star wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown and deep threat Jameson Williams, who will test the Bears' secondary. Given the Lions' potent offense, the Bears' defense will likely be overwhelmed this week. It's advisable to bench the Bears' defense in favor of another unit with a more favorable matchup.

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Chicago Bears kicker Cairo Santos is a solid, somewhat unexciting fantasy option in Week 13 as he faces the Detroit Lions. Santos' most recent performance was a mixed bag, as he had his first field goal blocked but bounced back to make the next two attempts. While the Lions' defense ranks second in points allowed, they're not necessarily the most favorable matchup for kickers, given their ability to limit scoring opportunities. However, if the game turns into a high-scoring affair, Santos could see plenty of kicking chances, boosting his fantasy potential. Santos remains a reliable play in Week 13, particularly in leagues where kicker performance is crucial. He may have a lower upside, but he should provide solid, consistent points in a game that could offer multiple field goal attempts.

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New England Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas (ankle) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice with an ankle injury, according to Evan Lazar of Patriots.com. Douglas is coming off another productive showing where he tallied 62 yards off five receptions in their loss to the Miami Dolphins last weekend. Over his past three games, Douglas has averaged a solid 57.0 yards per game and seen 6.0 targets per contest. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status throughout the week, as he has two more opportunities to upgrade to full participation before the weekend. If he can suit up, he would face a weak Indianapolis Colts defense that has allowed the 14th-most PPR points to opposing WRs this season.

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Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff faces the Chicago Bears in a Thanksgiving Day divisional matchup. Goff is coming off a quiet fantasy performance in Week 12, completing 26 of 36 passes for 269 yards but failing to find the end zone. Over his last four games, Goff has exceeded 11 fantasy points just once, with the Lions relying heavily on their run game. The Bears' defense has been stingy against opposing quarterbacks, allowing the sixth-fewest completions and the third-fewest passing touchdowns per game. While Goff has proven capable of delivering strong performances, this matchup and the Lions' run-first tendencies could limit his upside. Fantasy managers should approach Goff as a fringe QB2 this week, with Detroit likely leaning on Jahmyr Gibbs and David Montgomery to exploit Chicago's vulnerable run defense.

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Tennessee Titans wide receiver Calvin Ridley (ankle) did not participate in Wednesday's practice due to an ankle injury according to Turron Davenport of ESPN. Ridley did not show any signs of an injury during last weekend's victory over the Houston Texans but fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status throughout the week in case he continues to sit out. Last weekend Ridley continued his impressive stretch as he eclipsed 80+ receiving yards for the third time in his past five games. During this stretch, the veteran wideout has averaged a strong 90.2 receiving yards per game which is a significant increase compared to the 30.5 yards he averaged per game during the first seven weeks of the season. Fantasy managers should continue to view Ridley as a solid WR2 heading into a Week 13 tilt against the Washington Commanders.

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