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Week 11 is ending tonight after a MNF matchup between the New York Giants and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Tom Brady and the Bucs are heavy favorites in this one. The line is currently in favor of the Bucs by 11 points and the over/under is 50. This season has been hard to predict on a weekly basis but it’s hard to go against Brady in primetime especially against a 3-6 Giants team that has plenty of injuries to go around. Brady will want to show out on MNF after consecutive losses to the Saints and the WFT. Saquon Barkley is looking to play, but can he make a positive impact against a stout Bucs rushing defense? My bold prediction in this game is a 38-21 win for the Bucs. Brady throws for 3 TDs and Leonard Fournette scores 2 total TDs.
Make sure you are aware of your leagues trade deadline and plan/act accordingly. Some leagues deadline has passed, some leagues are early December, and other leagues don’t have a deadline. It’s time to get strategic and use your persuasion and negotiation skills out in the fantasy football trade market. Here are some players to buy and sell before week 12 begins. Like I always say, one trade could be the difference in winning or losing your fantasy football league.
Dak Prescott – Dallas Cowboys
Dak and the Cowboys failed to score a TD on Sunday in KC when they had scored at least 2 in every game through the first 10 weeks. It’s also the first time they didn’t get double-digit points on the score board. Dak threw 2 INTs and was without Amari Cooper at WR. Lamb left the game early and the KC defense came to play. Dak should bounce back on Thanksgiving at home against a struggling Las Vegas team. Dak has weapons and performances like yesterdays are not going to become a trend. Prescott should be a top 10 fantasy QB for the remainder of the season so buy low.
PLAYERS TO BUY
CeeDee Lamb – Dallas Cowboys
CeeDee left Sundays game against the Chiefs when his head hit the ground on a deep pass play. Lamb didn’t return to the game leaving Dak without him and Amari Cooper. The Cowboys have a short week as they plan for their game on Thanksgiving against the Las Vegas Raiders. It is unclear at this time if Lamb has a concussion or if he will be available for Thursday. This is a great time to acquire Lamb for as low as you can. Lamb only had 3 receptions for 14 yards on 4 targets before he left the game. Lamb has a favorable remaining fantasy schedule in a usually electric offense. If he was to play Thursday, he could be in for a big game with Cooper already ruled OUT.
Dak Prescott – Dallas Cowboys
Dak and the Cowboys failed to score a TD on Sunday in KC when they had scored at least 2 in every game through the first 10 weeks. It’s also the first time they didn’t get double-digit points on the score board. Dak threw 2 INTs and was without Amari Cooper at WR. Lamb left the game early and the KC defense came to play. Dak should bounce back on Thanksgiving at home against a struggling Las Vegas team. Dak has weapons and performances like yesterdays are not going to become a trend. Prescott should be a top 10 fantasy QB for the remainder of the season so buy low.
Russell Wilson – Seattle Seahawks
Russell Wilson had another terrible day for the Seahawks this time against the Cardinals. He returned to action last week and has not looked like the Russell Wilson we are all accustom to. After being shut out at home to the Packers in week 10, the Seahawks scored just 13 points at home to the Cardinals. Wilson has averaged 184 passing yards since his return and has thrown 2 total INTs. Russell has the weapons to put up big numbers and we will see if he can turn it around. If you are optimistic that Wilson will go back to cooking defenses, now is a great time to buy low on him.
Michael Pittman – Indianapolis Colts
Michael Pittman was held in check yesterday against the Bills defense despite the Colts offense putting up 41 points. Jonathan Taylor stole the show. Pittman finished with just 2 receptions for 23 yards on 5 targets. Pittman hasn’t scored in his past 2 games and is averaging 47 receiving yards in those same 2 games. Pittman is still Carson Wentz’s favorite target and Wentz is playing the best he has since his Super Bowl season with the Eagles. Taylor will get a lot of work moving forward but you can’t run the ball every play, right? Buy Pittman as low as you can and roster a WR that is a threat at all times.
PLAYERS TO SELL
Zach Ertz – Arizona Cardinals
Zach Ertz finished Sunday with 2 receiving TDs. He caught 8 of his 9 targets for 88 receiving yards. Colt McCoy has started at QB for Arizona the past 3 games and Ertz has benefited with at least 5 targets in each of those games. Ertz should still be a decent TE option with Kyle Murray at QB even though Murray runs a lot more. I think you could sell Ertz higher than expected. For what it’s worth, Ertz scored 1 of his 2 TDs yesterday on a broken run play. Ertz is a top 10 TE to this point in the season if you need a good sales pitch.
AJ Dillon – Green Bay Packers
AJ Dillon and the Packers lost a close one to the Vikings yesterday in Minnesota. Dillon was RB1 while Aaron Jones was out injured which led to 53 rushing yards on 11 carries. He also contributed 6 receptions for 44 yards on 6 targets. Dillon failed to score in this game. Aaron Jones could return as soon as next week when they host the LA Rams. Dillon could return to being RB2 next week and then has a BYE in week 13. Dillon has plenty of value in this Green Bay offense, but I would try to trade him before the BYE and before a healthy Aaron Jones returns.
Mark Ingram – New Orleans Saints
Mark Ingram has had 2 good games in a row. His production has been a lot better since he returned to the Saints. Ingram ran for 88 yards on 16 carries and caught 6 of his 8 targets for 25 additional yards. He has filled in for Alvin Kamara to the best of his ability but is sure to be RB2 when Kamara is able to play. The Saints play the Bills on Thanksgiving which might not be great for Ingram (if the Bills defense shows up). I would try to trade him now while you can.
Rondale Moore – Arizona Cardinals
Rondale Moore had 11 targets yesterday in a win against the Seahawks. He caught all 11 of those targets but only finished with 51 yards. Moore has had a weird season with a higher percentage of bad games compared to good games. DeAndre Hopkins has been banged up and hasn’t played since week 7. You would think Rondale would benefit from his absence, but the Cardinals do not use him enough. Moore played just 32 snaps out of 83 total snaps and ran routes on 23 of those snaps. Hopkins is hopeful for a return to playing after their week 12 BYE. If you can find a market, sell Moore based off his 11-reception day.