Who Should I Start? Alexander Mattison or Jaleel McLaughlin


Week 18 Projections

Fant. Pts. Rush. Yds. Rush TD Rec. Rec. Yds. Rec TD
8.5 31.4 0.3 1.7 12.4 0.1

Alexander Mattison News

Alexander Mattison Quiet In Backup Role Sunday

Sunday, December 29, 9:09 PM

Las Vegas Raiders running back Alexander Mattison rushed for just 32 yards on 10 carries during Sunday's Week 17 win over the New Orleans Saints. He also caught one of his three targets for six yards through the air. Mattison salvaged his fantasy showing last weekend with a touchdown, but he had no such luck during this week's battle with the Saints. Furthermore, he played second fiddle to Ameer Abdullah (foot), who was much more productive and efficient with 20 carries, 115 rushing yards, three catches, and 32 receiving yards. In fact, Mattison didn't see a steady workload until Abdullah exited with a foot injury early in the fourth quarter. Las Vegas' backfield has been very unpredictable this season, but if Sunday's game is any indication, Mattison won't be a reliable fantasy option against the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 18.


Week 18 Projections

Fant. Pts. Rush. Yds. Rush TD Rec. Rec. Yds. Rec TD
6.3 23.9 0.3 1.4 7.4 0.0

Jaleel McLaughlin News

Jaleel McLaughlin Leads Broncos In Rushing

Saturday, December 28, 10:03 PM

Denver Broncos running back Jaleel McLaughlin rushed for 69 yards on ten carries in Saturday's 30-24 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. He'd add seven yards on 2-of-2 receiving. The second-year back saw one more carry than rookie Audric Estime and handily out-gained him by 45 yards. However, with the game picking up pace in a wild fourth quarter, the Broncos' rushing attack fell by the wayside late. McLaughlin is the most dynamic RB on this squad, but Denver has favored leaning on the pass this year with rookie QB Bo Nix adjusting to the big leagues so well. The former undrafted free agent will get a much more challenging task in Week 18 when his team lines up against their division-rival Kansas City Chiefs.


Alexander Mattison vs. Jaleel McLaughlin

Still trying to decide between Mattison and McLaughlin? Check on the latest news to make sure both players are active and healthy. Our PPR projections show that Alexander Mattison is projected to score 8.5 points this week while Jaleel McLaughlin is projected to score 6.3 points.