Who Should I Start? Alec Pierce or Tre Tucker

Thursday, November 20, 10:54 AM

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce has become a trustworthy option for fantasy managers this season. In eight games, Pierce has hauled in 28 of 52 targets for 585 yards and a touchdown, averaging 9.8 half-PPR points per game. As of late, Pierce has been dominant, leading the NFL in receiving yards (366) from Week 7 to Week 10. His connection with Daniel Jones has been on point this season, and the Colts' offensive performance has opened more big-play opportunities for the deep threat receiver. However, he faces a very tough matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs, who have allowed the fewest receiving yards to wide receivers in 2025. While a tough matchup causes a lot more risk, Pierce is worth starting as a WR3/FLEX play in Week 12.

Thursday, November 20, 11:43 AM

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tre Tucker is on the WR3/flex radar for Week 12's home outing with the Cleveland Browns this Sunday. The University of Cincinnati product posted his first touchdown since Week 3 in Monday night's 33-16 loss to the Cowboys, reeling in 4-of-8 targets for 47 yards, while quarterback Geno Smith struggled against the Dallas defense. Smith's inconsistencies have hindered Las Vegas' attack, although Tucker has remained involved as the clear-cut second option behind tight end Brock Bowers in the passing game. Cleveland's defense isn't the most favorable of matchups, but Tucker's floor has risen modestly since the departure of ex-teammate Jakobi Meyers. Additionally, he's always just one big play away from a viable fantasy performance. Tucker is RotoBaller's PPR WR33 ahead of Sunday's clash.