Week 12 NFL Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet and Player Insights

As the 2024 NFL season continues, Week 12 presents a crucial juncture for fantasy football enthusiasts. ESPN has collated expert advice and insights to help players navigate the complex landscape of start/sit decisions, player injuries, and betting data. The week’s focuses have been aggregated into a convenient cheat sheet, featuring commentary from ESPN’s Matt Bowen, Mike Clay, Tristan H. Cockcroft, Eric Karabell, and Liz Loza.

The objective of this cheat sheet is to inform fantasy football managers of key considerations, helping them set their lineups with an understanding of who is likely to perform well. Locks for the week include predictions for Sunday matchups, with lines and over/under totals noted to aid betting decisions. According to ESPN Analytics, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, for example, are given a 70.1% chance to win outright against their opponents with a favored line of -6 and an over/under total of 41.5, placing it as the ninth highest in scoring potential for the week.

Injury reports continue to be an essential aspect of fantasy decisions, powered by data from RotoWire. For the Buccaneers, a notable injury watch includes several wide receivers (WR), while the New York Giants also list key players in a questionable state. Such updates are crucial for managers who need to adjust their teams accordingly.

The Kansas City Chiefs are another team of focus for fantasy managers, with their match against an unnamed opponent predicted to be favorable, having an 11-point advantage and a 76.5% chance of winning outright. The Chiefs’ game ranks as holding the eighth highest scoring potential with an over/under total of 42.5.

In Week 12, names like Anthony Richardson and Jameis Winston have emerged prominently, securing high ranks among quarterbacks. Wide receivers Jerry Jeudy, Nick Westbrook-Ikhine, and Christian Watson also shone, placing among the top-10 in their category. At the tight end position, standout performances from players like Taysom Hill, Jonnu Smith, and Brock Wright highlighted the depth of talent available to fantasy managers, as noted by the USA TODAY Sports Network.

Fantasy football rankings, which take into account standard, half-PPR, and full-PPR leagues, have been made available and will continue to be updated until kickoff on Sunday afternoon. Additionally, a host of resources are provided for the most current trade tips and rankings.