The Week 12 fantasy slate included massive performances and important accidents. Here’s a take a look at the highest surprises, disappointments, and waiver provides following NFL Week 12.
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Surprise: Jordan Akins, TE, Texans
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Akins hasn’t been a lot of an element for fantasy managers this season, however he carried out in rubbish time for the Texans on Sunday. He completed with 5 catches for 61 yards and one rating.
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Surprise: Jalen Hurts, QB, Eagles

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Hurts is a must-start each week, however even his greatest supporters needed to be thrilled along with his Sunday evening efficiency towards the Packers. He threw for under 153 yards and two touchdowns, although Hurts was spectacular on the bottom with 17 carries for 157 yards.
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Surprise: Josh Jacobs, RB, Raiders

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Jacobs is having a terrific fantasy season, however his efficiency at Seattle was historical past. He had 33 carries for 229 yards and two scores on the bottom, together with the game-winning run in extra time. He additionally tied for the workforce lead with 74 receiving yards on six carries.
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Surprise: Isaiah McKenzie, WR, Bills

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McKenzie isn’t the featured receiver within the Bills’ offense, however he was the best in Buffalo’s Thanksgiving tilt at Detroit. He had six catches for 96 yards and one landing.
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Surprise: Olamide Zaccheaus, WR, Falcons

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Finding fantasy worth from the Falcons’ passing sport is tough, however Zaccheaus turned out to be a fantastic spot begin towards Washington. He had 5 catches for 91 yards, simply his greatest efficiency of the season.
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Disappointment: Tyler Boyd, WR, Bengals

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Boyd seemed to be a stable begin once more with Ja’Marr Chase sidelined another week. He was held in examine by the Titans, ending with solely two catches for 16 yards.
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Disappointment: Alvin Kamara, RB, Saints

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Kamara continues to be a giant disappointment for fantasy groups. His efficiency towards the 49ers was considered one of his worst of the season, with seven carries for 13 yards and 6 catches for 37 yards. The Saints’ lack of offensive explosiveness makes the previous star an unreliable choice.
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Disappointment: Christian McCaffrey, RB, 49ers

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The dynamic McCaffrey didn’t get going towards the Saints’ protection. He had 11 carries for 32 yards and 4 catches for 17 yards. Fantasy managers should maintain an in depth eye on his standing getting into Week 13, as McCaffrey is taken into account day-to-day with knee irritation.
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Disappointment: Dameon Pierce, RB, Texans

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The magic that was Pierce earlier this season is now a distant reminiscence. The rookie was held in examine as Houston performed from behind at Miami, with 5 rushes for eight yards and three catches for an extra eight yards. He has a complete of 33 yards from scrimmage over Houston’s final two video games.
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Disappointment: JuJu Smith-Schuster, WR, Chiefs

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Returning from a concussion, it was obvious that Smith-Schuster was on a pitch depend towards the Rams. He noticed the sector for under 38% of snaps, ending with three catches for 38 yards. Look for Smith-Schuster to play extra often towards the Bengals in Week 13.
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Waiver Add: JaMycal Hasty, RB, Jaguars

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Hasty seemed like a fantastic stash when Jacksonville traded James Robinson. With Travis Etienne going out because of a foot damage on Sunday, Hasty got here up massive towards Baltimore with 12 carries for 28 yards and 5 catches for 67 yards, and a receiving rating. While Etienne is not anticipated to overlook important time, Hasty stays a must-add in fantasy leagues the place he’s nonetheless obtainable.
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Waiver Add: Zonovan Knight, RB, Jets

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It was a shock to see James Robinson turn out to be a wholesome scratch on Sunday, and Knight was there to select up the slack when Michael Carter injured his ankle. The rookie led the Jets with 14 carries for 69 yards and added three catches for 34 yards. If Carter misses time, Knight will see extra work together with Ty Johnson.
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Waiver Add: Jordan Love, QB, Packers

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Aaron Rodgers suffered an indirect damage within the second half of Sunday’s sport that might probably sideline him going ahead. Former first-round choose Jordan Love carried out nicely in his stead, finishing 6-of-9 passes for 113 yards and one landing. At the very least, he is a potential fantasy consideration with Green Bay’s forthcoming matchup at Chicago.
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Waiver Add: Jordan Mason, RB, 49ers

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The 49ers’ backfield is often a gold mine for working backs, and Mason is in the best place on the proper time. The rookie has moved up the depth chart with Elijah Mitchell struggling a significant knee damage and Christian McCaffrey battling knee irritation. Mason might be start-worthy in Week 13 if McCaffrey’s knee would not make progress.
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Waiver Add: Mike White, QB, Jets

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What a distinction White made as New York’s beginning quarterback in Week 12. Replacing Zach Wilson, he was 22-of-28 for 315 yards and three touchdowns. We must be conscious that the success was towards a mediocre Bears protection, however White ought to garner fantasy consideration.