I’ve typically stated that working again is the lifeblood of fantasy soccer. It’s what gamers covet on draft day. They’re hoarded on benches. It’s practically inconceivable to pry elite ones from their managers in trades. So as soon as we hit the semi-finals of the fantasy soccer playoffs, we should be certain the RBs in our lineups are the precise ones.
I’ve been of the opinion that I need to journey my studs in these weeks. I’d moderately go down swinging with my large canine than attempt to get cute. That stated, not everyone seems to be that fortunate. There are groups who’re choosing up and taking part in backs off of the waiver wire. Some groups are taking part in the matchups to get by. My Week 16 RB begin/sit focuses on these gamers you is likely to be debating on your remaining beginning spot or flex. Let’s make an knowledgeable resolution and be ok with it.
Fantasy Soccer Week 16 Begin’Em RBs
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1] Jonathan Taylor, Indianapolis Colts
We’ve solely seen JT for components of seven contests, owing to accidents. This week, I’m anticipating classic Taylor, as he ought to have the backfield to himself (Zack Moss injured his arm). The Colts aren’t afraid to feed Taylor, and I’d guess on over twenty touches. Taylor has produced three top-10 fantasy performances in his final 5 video games. Atlanta, on the season, has been powerful on opposing runners, however the final two backs to get 20 carries or extra towards them put over 85 yards.
Our Begin/Sit Optimizer tasks a 14-point return for Taylor this week.
2] D’Onta Foreman, Chicago Bears
It wasn’t fairly for Foreman final week. He solely had six complete touches, and he completed with detrimental fantasy factors. That’s not good by anybody’s math. However he’s going through a Cardinals crew that’s lifeless on arrival. Foreman will run the ball with authority because the Bears run the clock with a second-half lead. In video games the Bears have gained, Foreman completed with 89, 80, and 50 dashing yards. It’s dangerous, however I feel he can discover the endzone for us and get 12 factors.
3] Devin Singletary, Houston Texans
With out query, Singletary has left the opposite Texans again within the mud. Final week, he recorded 26 carries and 4 receptions en path to a top-seven PPR end. Now, Cleveland is not any slouch. However anybody getting this type of quantity needs to be put into your lineup. The Texans offense ought to welcome again C.J. Stroud and Nico Collins after harm scares. These upgrades imply extra drives and higher alternatives at getting goal-line carries. I’d pencil him in for 18 carries and three catches simply.
Fantasy Soccer Week 16 Sit’Em RBs
1] Austin Ekeler, LA Chargers
Yup, it’s over on your first-round choose. This Chargers crew is completed. First, they’re taking part in a Payments crew that’s scorching scorching proper now. The Payments ought to play with a lead from the opening kick. Ekeler appears to be like previous, sluggish, and is working behind a foul line. 4 of Ekeler’s final 5 finishes have been outdoors of the highest 30 PPR working backs. I’m not risking my title hopes on a participant who noticed 5 carries final week. Easton Stick underneath heart is torpedoing an already underwhelming Chargers assault. It’s a tough capsule to swallow, however Ekeler isn’t it anymore.
2] Najee Harris, Pittsburgh Steelers
One other offense that’s run by a horrible backup quarterback. I’m unsure if the Steelers have give up, however I’ve give up them. This offense is putrid. Harris turned 12 carries into 1.Three fantasy factors final week. It’s virtually an act of God for him to prime 10 fantasy factors of late. I’m not placing Harris anyplace close to my beginning lineup with the playoffs on the road.
3] Antonio Gibson, Washington Commanders
Final week, all of us fell for the “he’ll catch passes and be good in PPR” gag. Gibson performed on lower than half of the Commanders’ snaps and solely dealt with 25% of their dashing makes an attempt. Basically, Gibson is a glorified hurry-up again on a foul crew. I’m not getting fooled once more this week, neither do you have to. The Jets’ protection will swallow up Gibson. In actual fact, simply drop him and pray your opponent provides him and begins him towards you.