Fantasy Football Tips: How to Handle Adonai Mitchell, Brian Thomas Jr., and Other Players in Week 14

Managing your fantasy football roster during bye weeks can be tricky. Heres a guide to help you make informed Week 14 lineup decisions.

Green Light

• TE Brenton Strange vs. Colts: After returning from injured reserve in Week 12, Strange has been productive. The Colts allow the fourth-most points to tight ends, making him a strong option.
• WR Michael Wilson vs. Rams: Wilson received seven targets last week even with Marvin Harrison Jr. active, and now Harrison is out with an injury. Arizonas high passing volume makes Wilson a solid choice.
• TE Kyle Pitts Sr. vs. Seahawks: With Kirk Cousins starting and Drake London likely sidelined, Pitts sees more opportunities. Seattle struggles against tight ends, adding to his upside.
• WR Devaughn Vele at Buccaneers: Vele has been heavily involved in New Orleans passing attack for two weeks. Tampa Bays defense tends to funnel plays to receivers, enhancing his potential.

Yellow Light

• WR Adonai Mitchell vs. Dolphins: Mitchell is New Yorks favored target and consistently runs deep routes, making him a high-variance option. He likely sees around eight targets regardless of matchup.
• RB Jordan Mason vs. Commanders: Typically the secondary back, Mason could see extra carries if Aaron Jones Sr. is limited. Washington allows significant fantasy points to running backs, creating opportunity.
• WR Zay Flowers vs. Steelers: Flowers continues to gain yards but has not scored since Week 1. Injury concerns for quarterback Lamar Jackson keep him in the WR3 range.
• TE Darren Waller at Jets: Waller remains a key target in the passing game, especially near the end zone. Hes also valuable for future matchups against Pittsburgh and Cincinnati.

Red Light

• RB Bam Knight vs. Rams: The Rams are strong against the run, allowing only 3.9 yards per attempt. Knight would need touchdowns to deliver fantasy value.
• WR Justin Jefferson vs. Commanders: With rookie QB J.J. McCarthy struggling, Jeffersons production has dipped. He has only been in the WR25 once in the last seven games.
• TE Oronde Gadsden II vs. Eagles: Gadsdens recent production has declined, and the Eagles limit tight end success. Uncertainty in the Chargers passing game further lowers his value.
• WR Brian Thomas Jr. vs. Colts: Thomas has struggled since returning, with minimal production. The Jaguars have shifted targets to other options, limiting his upside.

Author: Ethan Caldwell