NFL Player News
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Courtland Sutton WR | DEN
Broncos' Courtland Sutton: Strong production in loss
Sutton recorded six receptions on 12 targets for 86 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 34-20 loss to the Jaguars.
Sutton was unsurprisingly Bo Nix's favorite target, which allowed him to reach double-digit opportunities for the third straight week. He got involved early in the game, logging long receptions of 17 and 14 yards on Denver's second possession before catching a 15-yard touchdown early in the second quarter. While Sutton was quiet for most of the game thereafter, he has a touchdown or 100 receiving yards in four straight contests.
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Tre Tucker WR | LV
Raiders' Tre Tucker: Garners six touches in loss
Tucker brought in four of five targets for 43 yards and took two carries for 11 yards in Sunday's 23-21 loss to Houston.
Tucker bounced back nicely from last week's zero-catch effort with modest contributions as both a runner and receiver against the Texans. The Raiders welcomed back QB Geno Smith (shoulder/back) from a one-game absence, which turned out to be great news for Tucker, who has proven to be one of the veteran quarterback's favorite targets this season. The third-year wideout may have also benefited from Tyler Lockett's (wrist) early departure from Sunday's contest. If the latter is forced to miss Week 17 action, then fantasy managers can expect Tucker to continue leading a young, inexperienced receiving corps against the Giants next Sunday.
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Wil Lutz K | DEN
Broncos' Wil Lutz: Misses one FGA in Week 16 loss
Lutz made two of three field-goal attempts and both of his PATs in Denver's 34-20 loss to Jacksonville on Sunday.
Lutz was good from 54 and 21 yards but missed a 44-yard kick in the first quarter, banging it off the right upright. On the season, Lutz has made 22 of 26 field-goal tries and all 36 of his extra-point attempts. Lutz and the Broncos will travel to Arrowhead this week to face the Chiefs on Thursday night.
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Tyler Allgeier RB | ARI
Falcons' Tyler Allgeier: Ties season high in carries Sunday
Allgeier rushed 16 times for 79 yards while losing six yards on his only reception in Sunday's 26-19 win over Arizona.
Allgeier surprisingly tied starter Bijan Robinson in carries a week after being limited to two touches against the Buccaneers. That's where the comparisons end, as the latter went off for 92 yards and a score as a receiver out of the backfield compared to the backup's negative production in that area Sunday. Allgeier's 16 carries tied his personal high this season, a total he reached twice back in Weeks 2 and 4. Allgeier's 126-475-8 rushing line across 15 games highlights his touchdown dependency while serving as Atlanta's change-of-pace back. The talented backup provides just enough upside to warrant flex consideration against the Rams next Monday.
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Riley Patterson K | MIA
Dolphins' Riley Patterson: Makes three PATs in loss
Patterson converted all three of his extra-point attempts in Miami's 45-21 loss to the Bengals on Sunday.
Patterson has kicked in all 15 games for Miami this season, making 24 of 26 field-goal attempts and 31 of 32 PATs. It's been a career year for the 26-year-old after he spent the previous four seasons bouncing around the league with five different teams.
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Lamar Jackson QB | BAL
Ravens' Lamar Jackson: Will have tests on back Monday
Jackson (back) said after Sunday's 28-24 loss to the Patriots that his goal is to play Saturday against the Packers, but he will undergo further testing Monday on the back injury that knocked him out of the loss to New England, Jamison Hensley of ESPN.com reports.
Jackson was injured in the second quarter of Sunday night's loss and was ruled out in the third quarter after initially being deemed questionable to return. The Ravens need to win their last two games and have the Steelers lose their last two games in order to make the playoffs, and Baltimore will face Pittsburgh in Week 18. The results of Monday's tests could go a long way in determining Jackson's potential availability against Green Bay, with Tyler Huntley waiting in the wings if Jackson can't play.
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Mack Hollins WR | NE
Patriots' Mack Hollins: Strong PPR outing Sunday
Hollins had seven receptions on nine targets for 69 yards in Sunday's 28-24 win over Baltimore.
Hollins turned in a fine PPR performance on Sunday Night Football while tying his previous season high of seven receptions. The enigmatic wideout has carved out a solid role with the Patriots of late, averaging 50.8 receiving yards per game over his last 10 appearances. Hollins has recorded zero touchdown receptions over that span, effectively limiting his utility to deep and PPR fantasy leagues. The 31-year-old should continue offering managers in those formats a high floor in Week 17, when the Patriots visit the Jets.
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Jake Bates K | DET
Lions' Jake Bates: Makes all four kicks in loss
Bates made his lone field-goal attempt and all three PATs in Sunday's 29-24 loss to the Steelers.
Bates' lone field goal was good from 36 yards. The second-year kicker has struggled a bit this season, making just 79 percent of his field-goal attempts after converting 90 percent as a rookie. However, he's remained strong in the PAT department, with NFL-highs in extra-point attempts (54) and conversions (52) through 15 contests. Bates will again be kicking in a dome this upcoming Thursday against the Vikings in Minnesota.
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Hunter Henry TE | NE
Patriots' Hunter Henry: Hits pay dirt on SNF
Henry hauled in six of seven targets for 35 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 28-24 win over the Ravens.
Henry made his mark on Sunday Night Football in the fourth quarter when he slipped behind the coverage for a short touchdown grab in the back corner of the end zone. The veteran tight end was held to one catch when the Patriots came out of the bye in Week 15, so fantasy managers were pleased to see a return to form against Baltimore. Henry currently sits 11 yards shy of the career-high mark of 674 receiving yards he posted in 2024. Next Sunday's matchup versus the Jets presents a golden opportunity for Henry to reach that personal milestone in Week 17.
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Brandon Aubrey K | DAL
Cowboys' Brandon Aubrey: Makes all three kicks in loss
Aubrey made his lone field-goal attempt and both extra-point tries in Sunday's 34-17 loss to the Chargers.
After missing a pair of field goals in last Sunday night's loss to the Vikings, Aubrey bounced back to make all three of his kicks against the Chargers. On the season, Aubrey has made 32 of 36 field-goal attempts and 42 of 43 PATs across 15 contests.