Week 11 Byes
Atlanta Falcons, Cleveland Browns, Green Bay Packers, Los Angeles Rams, New England Patriots and Seattle Seahawks
Seth McGowan, Colts, RB (18%)
After Jonathan Taylor stayed in Indianapolis, plenty of fantasy managers dropped his backup, Seth McGowan. That move may be looking less appealing now. McGowan continues to get meaningful work, even as the Colts’ season has gone off track. The team has little to play for, and it makes sense to avoid overworking Taylor. McGowan could keep seeing double-digit touches.
McGowan had 12 carries for 77 yards and a touchdown this week. Taylor remained the lead back, finishing with 18 touches for 103 yards, but no score. McGowan has now found the end zone from short range in each of the past two weeks. His limited role as a receiver means he’ll probably need a touchdown to make a strong fantasy impact, but he’s shown he can be difficult to bring down. The Colts also have reason to see what he can do.
Gavin Bartholemew, Vikings, TE (0%)
With T.J. Hockenson sidelined, his backup Gavin Bartholemew caught three of four targets for 36 yards and a touchdown. He showed some ability after the catch, too, turning a reception into a score with a strong run. Kirk Cousins also gives the Minnesota offense a boost for fantasy purposes.
Hockenson missed the game after not practicing all week because of wrist and chest injuries. His status for next week’s matchup against the 49ers is uncertain.
Jordyn Tyson, Saints, WR (56%)
Tyson is already rostered in 56% of Yahoo leagues, so he may not be available everywhere. Still, some managers may be able to pick up the rookie. His role grew considerably in Week 10: he drew 13 targets and caught 11 for 80 yards. He didn’t score, but that volume, along with his speed and playmaking ability, could make him a useful option in Kellen Moore’s offense if he stays healthy.
Xavier Hutchinson, Texans, WR (49%)
Hutchinson has scored in three straight games and has received 20 targets over that stretch. Against the Browns this week, he caught four of nine passes for 58 yards and a touchdown. C.J. Stroud appears to trust him as an underneath option, and that work has led to red-zone opportunities.
His ceiling is limited with Nico Collins in the lineup and Stroud spreading the ball around, but the recent production is hard to ignore. With Woody Marks injured and David Montgomery still working toward a return, Stroud may continue to rely on his passing game.
