All articles tagged with #nfl week 14
The article provides top fantasy football waiver wire pickups for NFL Week 14, highlighting quarterbacks like Trevor Lawrence and J.J. McCarthy, and discussing strategic considerations for fantasy leagues, including player matchups and schedule insights.
In NFL Week 14, several running backs, including Tank Bigsby, Sincere McCormick, Isaiah Davis, and Isaac Guerendo, played significant roles, impacting fantasy football leagues. The Las Vegas Raiders shifted to a 12 personnel strategy, giving tight ends Brock Bowers and Michael Mayer more playing time. Tank Bigsby notably led the Jaguars in carries, marking a career-high, as the team favored running plays with him on the field over Travis Etienne Jr. This analysis provides key insights for fantasy football enthusiasts.
In their Week 14 matchup, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 28-13, but not without some disappointing performances. The Bucs struggled in the second quarter, with quarterback Baker Mayfield throwing an interception and fumbling, allowing the Raiders to close the gap. The Bucs' run defense also faltered against the Raiders' fourth-string running back, Sincere McCormick, who gained 78 yards. Inside linebacker Vi Jones and the offensive line were also highlighted for their underwhelming performances, with penalties and missed opportunities contributing to the team's struggles.
In Week 14 of fantasy football, with six teams on bye, selecting a strong defense is crucial as playoffs approach. The article emphasizes relying on defenses with a solid track record rather than those with favorable matchups against weak offenses. The Pittsburgh Steelers, Minnesota Vikings, and Philadelphia Eagles are highlighted as top defenses due to their recent performances and metrics like turnover rate and pass rush productivity. The author also discusses adjustments in ranking methodology to account for recent performance trends and provides a tiered ranking system for defenses to consider this week.