WHAT WE LEARNED THIS WEEK
The Atlanta defense came to play in a home drubbing of the Las Vegas Raiders. Throughout the game, the Falcons defenders were terrific, creating five turnovers, registering five sacks, and scoring a touchdown in the victory. Deion Jones, Jacob Tuioti-Mariner, and Steven Means lead the way for the Atlanta IDP producers.
The Panthers defenders just put together back-to-back solid games against NFC North opponents. Last week, they shut out the Lions, and this week they scored two touchdowns in a close loss to the Vikings. Jeremy Chinn scored both touchdowns, on consecutive snaps, to become the first defensive player to ever do that. Other IDP stars for Carolina were Zach Kerr and Jermaine Carter.
On the road in Philadelphia, the Seattle Seahawks defenders were able to handle the Eagles offensive line with ease on Monday Night Football. In the game, the Seahawks managed to sack Carson Wentz six times while also intercepting him once. Players with big statistical games include Jamal Adams and K.J. Wright.
TOP PLAYER PERFORMANCES
Joey Bosa – DE –LOS ANGELES CHARGERS
Bosa had the game of the year so far at defensive end. In his effort against Buffalo, Bosa accrued nine total tackles, six TFLs, recovered a fumble, defended a pass, and sacked Josh Allen three times. Bosa is in prime shape to contribute in a big way in the IDP playoffs.
Tyrell Adams – LB – HOUSTON TEXANS
Adams, a 28-year old fifth-year player out of West Georgia had a monster day on Thanksgiving. He has been on fire in his last six games, but in week 12, his 17 total tackles, two forced fumbles, and pass defended were a major difference for the Texans. Adams could be a nice low-cost option for your IDP championship run.
Quinnen Williams – DE– NEW YORK JETS
The third pick in the 2019 NFL draft, Williams made an impact in multiple ways against Miami. His statistics include seven total tackles, a TFL, a forced fumble, 1.5 sacks, and two defended passes in the game. At 22-years old, Williams is starting to show signs of a starting IDP defensive lineman. Now could be a sneaky time to lure his services from another owner if your trade deadline has not passed.
NOTABLE INJURIES
Ronnie Harrison – S – CLEVELAND BROWNS
Harrison, the third-year stud safety for the Browns, will be out for the remainder of the fantasy season due to a shoulder injury suffered on Sunday against the Jaguars. Karl Joseph should benefit the most from the injury, so check the waivers for his availability down the stretch.
Bud Dupree – LB – PITTSBURGH STEELERS
The Pittsburgh Steelers lost another stalwart of their linebacker core on Wednesday afternoon when Bud Dupree went down with a torn ACL. The 27-year old pass rusher was on pace for a 45 tackle and 12 sack season. Alex Highsmith will see more snaps in Dupree’s absence.
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