NFL Fantasy 2024: Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Quarterbacks for Week 13
As we approach the fantasy football playoffs, every win and loss becomes increasingly crucial. Making the right start/sit decisions at the quarterback position can be the difference between advancing to the next round or seeing your season end prematurely. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you make informed choices for Week 13:
Start ‘Em
1. Patrick Mahomes (Kansas City Chiefs) vs. Denver Broncos
Mahomes has been on a tear lately, throwing for 300+ yards and multiple touchdowns in each of his last four games. He faces a Broncos defense that ranks 29th in the NFL against opposing quarterbacks. Expect Mahomes to have another big day and be a safe start in all fantasy formats.
2. Josh Allen (Buffalo Bills) vs. New York Jets
Allen has been a bit inconsistent this season, but he’s still one of the most talented quarterbacks in the league. He’ll face a Jets defense that has allowed the most fantasy points to quarterbacks this season. Allen should be able to put up solid numbers and is a good start in most leagues.
3. Joe Burrow (Cincinnati Bengals) vs. Cleveland Browns
Burrow has been one of the most impressive young quarterbacks in the NFL this season. He’s thrown for 3,000+ yards and 25 touchdowns, and he’s also rushed for over 400 yards. He’ll face a Browns defense that has allowed the sixth-most fantasy points to quarterbacks this season. Burrow is a solid start and should be in your lineup in most leagues.
Sit ‘Em
1. Aaron Rodgers (Green Bay Packers) vs. Philadelphia Eagles
Rodgers has struggled this season, throwing for just 17 touchdowns and nine interceptions. He’ll face a tough Eagles defense that has allowed the third-fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks this season. Rodgers is a risky start in all fantasy formats.
2. Dak Prescott (Dallas Cowboys) vs. New Orleans Saints
Prescott has been a disappointment this season, failing to live up to his high draft status. He’ll face a Saints defense that has allowed the ninth-fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks this season. Prescott is a risky start in all fantasy formats.
3. Justin Fields (Chicago Bears) vs. Detroit Lions
Fields has been a bright spot for the Bears this season, but he’s still a rookie and has some growing pains to go through. He’ll face a Lions defense that has allowed the fifth-fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks this season. Fields is a risky start in all fantasy formats.
Sleeper Pick
1. Trevor Lawrence (Jacksonville Jaguars) vs. Tennessee Titans
Lawrence has shown flashes of his potential this season, and he’s coming off a strong performance against the Ravens in Week 12. He’ll face a Titans defense that has allowed the 12th-most fantasy points to quarterbacks this season. Lawrence is a good sleeper pick and could be a sneaky start in deeper leagues.
Injury Updates
* Tom Brady (Tampa Bay Buccaneers): Questionable with a rib injury. If Brady is unable to play, Blaine Gabbert would start.
* Matthew Stafford (Los Angeles Rams): Out with a concussion. John Wolford is expected to start.
* Lamar Jackson (Baltimore Ravens): Out with an ankle injury. Tyler Huntley is expected to start.
Remember, these are just projections, and actual results may vary. Always check the latest injury reports and weather forecasts before making your final start/sit decisions.