In this week's column, Liz Loza emphasizes the importance of balancing data-driven decisions with emotional instincts in fantasy football. As the season progresses, managers face various pressures, but finding excitement in the game can lead to better outcomes. The article highlights several players who are poised for success in Week 12, encouraging managers to embrace both facts and feelings when making lineup decisions.
- Emotional decisions can cloud judgment in fantasy football; data should guide choices.
- Several players are highlighted as potential breakout stars in Week 12.
Bo Nix | QB
Breakout
Week 12
30 rush yards
1 rush TDs
280 pass yards
2 pass TDs
- Nix has been a top performer since Week 5, averaging 21.5 fantasy points.
- He ranks high in both passing and rushing stats, making him a dual-threat QB.
David Montgomery | RB
Breakout
Week 12
20 carries
100 rush yards
2 rush TDs
- Montgomery has been highly effective in the red zone, scoring 10 rushing TDs this season.
- He is a key player in a strong Lions offense, making him a top-15 RB option.
Aaron Jones | RB
Injury
Week 12
30 rec yards
16 carries
50 rush yards
- Jones has struggled with efficiency but remains involved in the passing game.
- His role may diminish due to the emergence of Cam Akers.
Puka Nacua | WR
Breakout
Week 12
7 receptions
10 targets
123 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Nacua is emerging as the Rams' No. 1 WR with high target volume.
- He has shown great efficiency and is a strong WR1 option for Week 12.
Tee Higgins | WR
Breakout
Week 12
9 receptions
12 targets
148 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Higgins has been a consistent performer when healthy, averaging 18.5 fantasy points.
- He is a high-ceiling WR and a key player for the Bengals' offense.
Kendrick Bourne | WR
Pickup
Week 12
5 receptions
5 targets
70 rec yards
1 rec TDs
- Bourne is finding his stride after recovering from an ACL injury.
- He could be a sleeper pick with increasing targets in a struggling offense.
Theo Johnson | TE
Pickup
Week 12
6 receptions
6 targets
50 rec yards
- Johnson has become the TE1 for the Giants and is seeing increased usage.
- He has potential for top-15 TE appeal against a weak Tampa Bay defense.
Denver Broncos
- Nix's performance has elevated the Broncos' offense, making them a team to watch.
Detroit Lions
- The Lions' offense is thriving, with both Montgomery and Gibbs contributing significantly.
Minnesota Vikings
- The Vikings' offense has shown signs of decline, impacting Jones' fantasy value.
Los Angeles Rams
- Nacua's emergence as a top target has revitalized the Rams' passing game.
Cincinnati Bengals
- Higgins' ability to perform alongside Chase makes the Bengals' offense potent.
New England Patriots
- Bourne's resurgence could provide a much-needed boost to the struggling Patriots' offense.
New York Giants
- Johnson's increased role could help stabilize the Giants' passing attack.