Unlock Fantasy Football Success in Week 16
Fantasy Football Start 'Em: Week 16 RBs
James Conner, Arizona Cardinals (at Carolina Panthers): Conner had an outstanding game against the Patriots in Week 9, racking up 138 total yards and two touchdowns. This week, the Panthers' weak run defense, allowing 191.8 yards per game at home, sets the stage for another big performance. He's likely to churn out yards and might even find the end zone.
Tony Pollard, Tennessee Titans (at Indianapolis Colts): Pollard had a solid game against the Bengals last week with 17 carries for 45 yards and a touchdown. Against the Colts, who have allowed 136 total yards per game to running backs over their last three games and four touchdowns, he could have another strong showing. He had 93 yards and a touchdown in their first meeting this season in Week 6.
Fantasy Football Sit 'Em: Week 16 RBs
Kenneth Walker III, Seattle Seahawks (vs. Minnesota Vikings): Walker III is dealing with a calf injury, making his health a concern. Even if he plays, the Vikings' strong run defense, allowing just 72.3 rushing yards per game on the road this season, makes it risky to start him. Their lone bad game against running backs recently was against the Falcons at home, but Atlanta's running game is in better shape.
Isiah Pacheco, Kansas City Chiefs (vs. Houston Texans): Pacheco had a low output last week with 47 total yards on 14 touches. Houston's defense, allowing 92.4 rushing yards per game on the road, is tough to face. Opposing running backs have scored only once in Houston's last four games.
Fantasy Football Insights Beyond RBs
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