Fantasy Football News

Cincinnati Bengals RB Chase Brown is dealing with an ankle sprain, says head coach Zac Taylor. he exited early during Week 17's win over the Denver Broncos. (Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Brown left the game late in the fourth quarter after attempting to fall short of the end zone in order to waste more clock. However, the Bengals scored on the next play, and Brown was unable to return. Ultimately, Cincinnati won, but Brown's day ended, though not before he totaled 91 yards and four receptions. His status will need to be monitored, as his Week 18 is likely in jeopardy while the Bengals' playoff hopes are backed against a wall. Khalil Herbert played in Brown's stead.

James Conner (knee) is officially active for Week 17 for the Arizona Cardinals against the Los Angeles Rams according to Tom Pelissero. (Source: Tom Pelissero on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Conner is good to go after clearing through pregame testing on his knee without any issues and should receive all of the backfield touches he can handle against the Rams Saturday night.

The Patriots D/ST allowed 40 points, 281 passing yards, and 147 rushing yards in the 40-7 loss to the Chargers.

Fantasy Impact: The Patriots' defense struggled to do anything against a strong Chargers' offense. They failed to record a sack or a turnover and will face a tough Bills' offense in Week 18.

Joey Slye made 1-of-1 extra point attempts in the Patriots 40-7 loss to the Chargers.

Fantasy Impact: With the Patriots' offense struggling against the Chargers, Slye was limited and did not attempt a field goal in the loss. Slye and the Patriots will take on the Bills in Week 18.

Hunter Henry did not record a reception on two targets in the Patriots 40-7 loss to the Chargers.

Fantasy Impact: Henry was held without a reception for the first time this season, at the worst possible time for fantasy managers. The veteran tight end will look to bounce back against Buffalo in Week 18. Henry posted 39 receiving yards and a touchdown on four receptions against Buffalo in Week 18.

Kendrick Bourne caught 2-of-4 targets for 22 yards in the Patriots 40-7 loss to the Chargers.

Fantasy Impact: Bourne continues to see limited targets in the Patriots' offense, falling behind DeMario Douglas and Kayshon Boutte. Fantasy managers can leave Bourne off the fantasy radar ahead of a Week 18 matchup with Buffalo.

Kayshon Boutte caught 4-of-5 targets for 28 yards in the Patriots 40-7 loss to the Chargers.

Fantasy Impact: Boutte had a down week after logging 95 yards and a touchdown in the loss to the Bills last week. The second-year wide receiver will look to bounce back against the Bills in a Week 18 matchup to close out the season.

DeMario Douglas caught 4-of-5 targets for 46 yards and a touchdown in the Patriots 40-7 loss to the Chargers.

Fantasy Impact: Dogulas scored the lone touchdown for the Patriots Saturday, finding the end zone on a 36-yard touchdown reception in the second quarter. The Patriots' offense continues to struggle, leaving Douglas' fantasy upside in doubt in a Week 18 matchup with the Bills.

Antonio Gibson rushed for 63 yards on 12 carries in the Patriots 40-7 loss to the Chargers. He did not record a reception on his lone target.

Fantasy Impact: Rhamondre Stevenson started the game for the Patriots, but ceded the bulk of the work to Gibson. Gibson will likely see the start against the Bills in Week 18, but it will be tough for fantasy managers to trust either running back.

Rhamondre Stevenson rushed for one yard on two carries in the Patriots 40-7 loss to the Chargers. He did not record a reception on his lone target.

Fantasy Impact: Stevenson was effectively benched against the Chargers, with Antonio Gibson seeing 12 carries in the loss. Fantasy managers should avoid using Stevenson in Week 18 against the Bills.

Drake Maye completed 12-of-22 passes for 117 yards and a touchdown in the Patriots 40-7 loss to the Chargers.

Fantasy Impact: Maye also rushed for 32 yards on six rushes in the loss. The rookie quarterback did miss one series to be evaluated for a concussion, but was cleared and finished the game. Maye will look to rebound against the Bills in Week 18.

Tony Pollard (illness/ankle) has been ruled out for Week 17 for the Tennessee Titans against the Jacksonville Jaguars according to Ian Rapoport. (Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter)

Fantasy Impact: Pollard had begun experiencing flu-like symptoms and was not traveling with the Titans prior to being ruled out, with Tyjae Spears set to receive a sizeable workload against a questionable Jacksonville defense in Week 17.

The Chargers D/ST allowed seven points, 85 passing yards, and 96 rushing yards in the Chargers 40-7 win over the Patriots.

Fantasy Impact: The Chargers' defense tallied four sacks and one fumble recovery in a decisive win over the Patriots. The Chargers will have a plus matchup against a weak Raiders' offense in Week 18.

Cameron Dicker made 4-of-4 field goals and 4-of-4 extra points in the Chargers 40-7 win over the Patriots.

Fantasy Impact: Dicker made field goals from 27, 35, 38, and 41 yards away in a route in New England. Dicker remains an excellent option against the Raiders in Week 18.

Stone Smartt caught 2-of-2 targets for 23 yards in the Chargers 40-7 win over the Patriots.

Fantasy Impact: Smartt continues to split time with Will Dissly, limiting both of their upside. Fantasy managers should expect both to continue to see playing time against the Raiders in Week 18.

Derius Davis caught both of his targets for 29 yards and a touchdown in the Chargers 40-7 win over the Patriots.

Fantasy Impact: Davis opened the scoring for the Chargers with a 23-yard touchdown reception in the first quarter. This marks Davis' second touchdown of the season and his second straight game with two receptions. Davis and the Chargers will take on the Raiders in Week 18.

Joshua Palmer caught 4-of-6 targets for 41 yards in the Chargers 40-7 win over the Patriots.

Fantasy Impact: Palmer was forced out of the game in the third quarter with a heel injury. Fantasy managers will want to monitor his status ahead of a Week 18 matchup with the Raiders.

Quentin Johnston caught 5-of-8 targets for 48 yards in the Chargers 40-7 win over the Patriots.

Fantasy Impact: Johnston was second on the team in targets, but yet had another drop which continues to bring his reliability into question. He will continue to serve as the second best wide receiver option behind rookie Ladd McConkey.

Ladd McConkey caught 8-of-10 targets for 94 yards and two touchdowns in the Chargers 40-7 win over the Patriots.

Fantasy Impact: McConkey continues to serve as Justin Herbert's most reliable target, logging six or more targets in six straight games. The rookie wide receiver found the end zone on passes of six and 40-yards in the win in New England, giving the 23-year-old seven touchdowns this season. McConkey and the Chargers will take on the Raiders in the season finale in Week 18.

J.K. Dobbins rushed for 76 yards and a touchdown on 19 carries in the Chargers 40-7 win over the Patriots. He caught his lone target for seven yards.

Fantasy Impact: Dobbins was able to find the end zone on a two-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter. This was his first game back from a knee injury that landed him on injured reserve for the four-week minimum. Dobbins and the Chargers will take on the Raiders in Week 18.