Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle is one of the lone healthy players on the offense heading into Week 13. Despite Dallas' struggles running the ball behind a young offensive line, Dowdle grades as a flex option this week against a Washington defense that surrenders the sixth-most fantasy points per game to opposing running backs. Dowdle could see even more touches than usual if star receiver CeeDee Lamb (back, foot) misses Sunday's tilt, making him a high-end flex option. His ceiling is limited due to Dallas' offensive struggles, but Dowdle should be started in most formats with loads of byes across the league.

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After missing practice all week, Carolina Panthers running back Miles Sanders (ankle) has officially been ruled out for Week 12 against the Kansas City Chiefs. Sanders said he's dealing with a severely sprained ankle that he suffered in the Week 10 loss to the New York Giants in Germany, which means he may not be ready to return for Week 13 to face the division-rival Tampa Bay Buccaneers. His fantasy stock is taking another hit with rookie Jonathon Brooks (knee) fully expected to make his NFL debut this weekend against the Chiefs after recovering from an ACL tear that he suffered in 2023 in his final collegiate season at Texas. Brooks will serve as the change-of-pace back behind starter Chuba Hubbard on Sunday and most likely for the rest of the 2024 season, relegating Sanders to the RB3 role whenever he recovers from his ankle injury.

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Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jalen Tolbert has not had more than four receptions since Week 5 and has also only recorded one touchdown in that span, but the third-year receiver could be back on the fantasy radar on Sunday as the Cowboys take on the Washington Commanders. Wide receiver CeeDee Lamb (back, shoulder) is banged up and could miss the contest, while tight end Jake Ferguson (concussion) is unlikely to play. Brandin Cooks (knee) is trending towards returning, meaning he and Tolbert could be the top two pass catchers for quarterback Cooper Rush on Sunday. Even if Lamb is ruled out, Tolbert remains a deep league dart throw given that it is unclear how the passing volume would shake out.

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Dynasty | The New York Giants have released quarterback Daniel Jones. Dynasty Analysis: Well, that'll do it. Jones made a well-received statement yesterday about his time with the Giants, expressing gratitude for the opportunity. He also made it clear he was excited about the next chapter. The Giants were expected to release him in the off-season, but with a contract that nobody would trade for, they decided to just grant him his release now. He'll inevitably clear waivers this week, then be free to sign with any team. Expect him to do that to cover for a team having quarterback issues or needing a veteran backup for the rest of the season. The Raiders, Jaguars, and Cowboys could all have some level of interest if they truly have any desire to compete this season.

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Dallas Cowboys quarterback Cooper Rush has struggled to get the offense moving in his two starts, leaving the door open for quarterback Trey Lance to potentially get some playing time in the coming weeks. Rush did throw for 354 yards on 55 pass attempts last week given the nature of the game, but most of his fantasy production came in garbage time. If Dallas is blown out again like they are projected to be, Rush may cede those late-game snaps to Lance. Rush also may be without his top two pass-catchers, with CeeDee Lamb (back, foot) missing Thursday's practice and Jake Ferguson (concussion) trending towards missing. Dallas takes on Washington on Sunday and even though it is a solid matchup for opposing quarterbacks, Rush should be avoided.

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Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen (hamstring) and tight end Tommy Tremble (back) will play this weekend against the Kansas City Chiefs, according to Mike Kaye of The Observer. Thielen has been on the injured reserve since suffering a hamstring injury in Week 3 against the Las Vegas Raiders. Tremble has been held out of action for the past two weeks. Fantasy managers should expect Thielen to operate as a full-time option in a young Carolina receiving room. Tremble should be expected to split time with rookie tight end Ja'Tavion Sanders. Theilen could be worth a look as a low-end flex option in deeper formats, as the Panthers will likely be trailing against the Chiefs, while Tremble should be left out of all lineups given his uncertain playing time.UPDATE: Thielen is listed as questionable but is expected to play on Sunday.

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Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni said that quarterback Jalen Hurts (ankle) is "good to go" for the Week 12 game against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday night. Hurts received some extra treatment on his ankle on Wednesday and was listed as limited in practice, but he returned to a full practice session on Thursday and was never expected to be in danger of missing the Week 12 contest. Although he did score his 11th rushing touchdown of the year (leads all QBs) in last Thursday night's win over the division-rival Washington Commanders, Hurts was overshadowed by running back Saquon Barkley and will be looking to bounce back in a plus matchup against LA in primetime. The 26-year-old signal-caller is the QB3 in overall fantasy points through 11 weeks and is a must-start in all fantasy lineups. There's a good chance he'll score another TD on the ground this weekend.

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Carolina Panthers rookie running back Jonathon Brooks (knee) is set to make his NFL debut this weekend against the Kansas City Chiefs, according to David Newton of ESPN. The second-round selection in this year's NFL draft has been sidelined all season due to suffering a torn ACL last November during his final season at Texas. Brooks was able to log three consecutive full practice sessions this week, which suggests he may be given a solid workload in his NFL debut. However, the 21-year-old will likely split time with presumed No.1 option Chuba Hubbard during the remainder of the season, limiting each other's fantasy ceiling. For now, fantasy managers should still view Hubbard as a solid RB2, with Brooks projecting it as a low-end flex option, facing a tough Kansas City run defense.

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New York Giants rookie wide receiver Malik Nabers (groin) was not seen during Friday's practice, according to Dan Duggan of The Athletic. Duggan reported that the LSU standout is dealing with the same groin issue he had earlier in the season during Week 7. However, Nabers was able to suit up that week and did not miss any time due to it. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to his status throughout the weekend in case he faces another setback. The former first-round pick has shown elite upside throughout his rookie campaign, as he has averaged an impressive 17.4 PPR points per game while playing on a struggling offensive unit. If Nabers can suit up this weekend, fantasy managers should feel confident starting him in all formats as a low-end WR1.

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Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver DeVonta Smith (hamstring) was not seen at Friday's practice, according to Zach Berman of The Athletic. Smith has been unable to practice all week and is now in danger of missing this weekend's game against the Los Angeles Rams. Fantasy managers should continue to monitor his status over the weekend, as he will likely carry an injury designation. The former first-round pick has struggled to find consistency this season, as he has scored at least 15.0 PPR points on six occasions but fell under double-digits in the other three. If Smith cannot play, fantasy managers should expect A.J. Brown to see a heavy dose of targets, with tight end Dallas Goedert likely operating as the No.2 pass-catching open.

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Houston Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. (ankle) logged three practice sessions this week and is set to return this weekend to face the Tennessee Titans, according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC2. The former No.3 overall selection of the 2023 NFL Draft missed the past two games with this ankle injury but is expected to return in this divisional tilt. Before the injury, the sophomore edge rusher tallied 27 tackles (20 solo), 7.5 sacks and one pass deflection. Fantasy managers in IDP formats should view Anderson as a solid option for sacks this weekend. In addition, with Anderson set to return, the Texans are shaping up to be an elite streaming option facing an inconsistent Tennessee offense.

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Washington Commanders kicker Austin Seibert (hip) is "trending in the right way," according to head coach Dan Quinn. The 28-year-old has been sidelined over the past two weeks with a hip injury but is shaping up to have a good chance to return to action this weekend. This week, Seibert remained a limited participant during practice. Fantasy managers should pay close attention to his status during Friday's session as it may provide clarity on his availability. In his absence, Zane Gonzalez took over starting duties. Before this injury, Seibert was enjoying a nice breakout campaign as he went 25-for-27 on attempts and a perfect 27-for-27 on extra points. If he can return to action on Sunday, fantasy managers should view him as a high-end option in all formats, as he is facing a struggling Dallas defense.

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Arizona Cardinals running back James Conner has boom potential in their Week 12 road matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. The Cardinals are coming off a bye week, which afforded Conner much-needed rest after his heavy workload through the first ten games of the season. Conner is having one of his best seasons as a pro and is on pace for 1,185 yards and eight touchdowns. He'll look to maintain that pace against a familiar opponent in the Seahawks, against whom he has racked up over 300 total yards and four touchdowns in four games as a Cardinal. This should be a favorable matchup for the Cardinals' rushing attack, and Conner should be started in all leagues.

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Washington Commanders defensive back Marshon Lattimore (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's divisional tilt against the Dallas Cowboys, according to Nicki Jhabvala of the Washington Post. The star defensive back was acquired via a trade by the Washington Commanders in Week 10 but has yet to debut with his new club. This week, Lattimore could not return to practice as he is still recovering from the hamstring injury he sustained in Week 7. Fantasy managers in IDP formats should continue to monitor his status next week as he could have a chance to return to action to face the Tennessee Titans. As a result, Mike Sainristil will likely cover CeeDee Lamb this weekend, opening up more opportunities for Benjamin St-Juste and Noah Igbinoghene.

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Dynasty | Steelers quarterback Russell Wilson completed 21-of-28 passes for 270 yards with one touchdown and no interceptions in a loss to Cleveland. Dynasty Analysis: Wilson hasn't been spectacular for Pittsburgh, but he's been solid. Thursday's weather was a mess, but he was still able to find Calvin Austin for some chunk gains. The challenge for Pittsburgh has been a tendency to settle for field goals instead of touchdowns, something that has limited Wilson's fantasy appeal greatly. He's more QB2 than QB1 at the moment, but he's at least shown some solid signs of growth.

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Dynasty | Browns running back Nick Chubb rushed for 59 yards and two touchdowns in a win against Pittsburgh. Dynasty Analysis: Through five games, Chubb has 222 rushing yards and three touchdowns on just three yards per carry. It's clear he's not fully recovered from last season's gruesome injury and Cleveland has limited his touches as a result. Chubb may be better next season, but right now he's a touchdown-dependent player who has a pretty low weekly floor. His dynasty value is going to suffer until we see more, though this game was at least a step in the right direction.

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Dynasty | Browns wide receiver Cedric Tillman had two catches for 28 yards in a win against the Steelers. Dynasty Analysis: Uh oh. After three straight solid games, Tillman has now posted just five total catches for 75 scoreless yards the past two weeks. Even worse, it seems Jerry Jeudy is emerging as Jameis Winston's top target. The quick dynasty ascension for Tillman will stop for the moment until we see more moving forward. At this point, he's a tough start in dynasty leagues.

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Dynasty | Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy had six catches for 85 yards in a win against Pittsburgh. Dynasty Analysis: Jeudy has now posted 24 catches for 379 yards and a touchdown in his past four games, finally looking like the player most everyone thought he could be years ago. While this could just be a hot stretch, Jeudy is suddenly looking like a viable roster choice and a player for contending teams to target. His dynasty value seems to be on the upswing.

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Dynasty | Steelers wide receiver Mike Williams failed to catch a pass in a loss to Cleveland. Dynasty Analysis: Williams has had all of one target the past three games and looks like a complete non-factor at this point. After flaming out in New York and failing to reach consistent levels with the Chargers, his career honestly looks like it's running on fumes. With a dynasty ranking and value plunging, he's a player destined to be seen on waiver wires soon.

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The Pittsburgh Steelers recorded one sack, three forced fumbles, and an interception while surrendering 24 points to the Cleveland Browns in a Week 12 loss. It was a quiet night for DPOY candidate T.J. Watt, but linebacker Nick Herbig and defensive back Donte Jackson stepped up to make big plays in critical moments. Still, Pittsburgh's defense came up short in stopping the Browns from scoring a go-ahead touchdown with less than a minute remaining in the contest. The Steelers DST has nonetheless been consistent for fantasy purposes for much of the season and can remain in lineups against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 12.

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