Fantasy Football: Ten Players Who’ll Out/Underperform Projections in NFL Week 14
As we approach the fantasy football playoffs, every start and sit decision becomes crucial. Here are ten players who could either exceed or fall short of their projections in Week 14:
Overperformers
1. Justin Jefferson, WR, Minnesota Vikings
Jefferson has been on a tear lately, averaging over 100 receiving yards per game in his last three outings. The Vikings face the Detroit Lions in Week 14, who have allowed the most passing touchdowns in the NFL. Jefferson is a must-start and could easily post another big game.
2. Christian McCaffrey, RB, San Francisco 49ers
McCaffrey has been a workhorse since joining the 49ers, handling over 20 touches in each of his last four games. He faces the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 14, who have struggled against running backs this season. McCaffrey is a solid RB1 option with upside for a monster performance.
3. Trevor Lawrence, QB, Jacksonville Jaguars
Lawrence has made significant strides in his second season, averaging over 250 passing yards per game in his last five starts. The Jaguars face the Tennessee Titans in Week 14, who have been vulnerable to the pass this season. Lawrence could be a sneaky QB1 option with a high ceiling.
4. D’Andre Swift, RB, Detroit Lions
Swift has been a disappointment in fantasy this season, but he could be due for a breakout in Week 14. The Lions face the Vikings, who have allowed the most rushing touchdowns in the NFL. Swift has a chance to put up big numbers if he can get involved in the passing game.
5. Keenan Allen, WR, Los Angeles Chargers
Allen has been a consistent performer all season, but he’s projected for a modest Week 14 against the Miami Dolphins. However, the Dolphins have struggled to contain top receivers this season, and Allen could be in line for a big day if he can get open deep.
Underperformers
6. Tyreek Hill, WR, Miami Dolphins
Hill has been one of the most explosive receivers in the NFL this season, but he faces a tough matchup against the Chargers in Week 14. The Chargers have allowed the fewest passing touchdowns in the NFL, and Hill could struggle to find his usual big plays.
7. Aaron Jones, RB, Green Bay Packers
Jones has been a solid RB2 option this season, but he faces a difficult matchup against the Chicago Bears in Week 14. The Bears have been strong against the run this season, and Jones could be limited in his production.
8. Joe Burrow, QB, Cincinnati Bengals
Burrow has been a top fantasy QB this season, but he faces a tough matchup against the Cleveland Browns in Week 14. The Browns have allowed the fewest passing yards per game in the NFL, and Burrow could struggle to produce at his usual level.
9. Ja’Marr Chase, WR, Cincinnati Bengals
Chase has been a breakout star this season, but he faces a tough matchup against the Browns in Week 14. The Browns have allowed the fewest receiving touchdowns in the NFL, and Chase could struggle to find the end zone.
10. Ezekiel Elliott, RB, Dallas Cowboys
Elliott has been a workhorse for the Cowboys this season, but he faces a tough matchup against the Houston Texans in Week 14. The Texans have allowed the fewest rushing yards per game in the NFL, and Elliott could struggle to find running room.