Who Should I Start? Chuba Hubbard or Kenneth Walker III

Saturday, December 27, 2:12 PM

Chuba Hubbard trudged through another underwhelming performance in Week 16 against the Buccaneers. The Carolina RB had six carries for 27 yards. He also added one reception for seven yards and finished the game with 4.4 PPR points. It was Hubbard's second consecutive game with five or fewer PPR points. In Week 17, the Panthers will face the Seahawks. Seattle ranks seventh in Fantasy Points Per Game allowed to RBs this year. Hubbard does not offer much fantasy appeal this week with a tough matchup, and he has not seen enough consistent volume overall this season. Outside of Week 13, Hubbard has not logged more than 10 carries in a game since Week 8. He is fully off the fantasy radar for Week 17.

Friday, December 26, 7:42 PM

Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III is in a great position to exploit a weak Carolina Panthers' rushing defense in Week 17. Carolina's defense has improved overall this year, but the rushing defense remains a problem. The Panthers are 25th against opposing running backs in fantasy. Additionally, Carolina is allowing 4.76 yards per carry to opposing running backs. This matchup is the remedy needed for a struggling Seahawks' rushing game. It could allow Walker to build on his best performance of the season in Week 16 when he scored 25.40 fantasy points against a tough Rams defense. Walker's volume is going to remain in the 12 to 15-touch range, but his potential for a big play will be high in Week 17. He is still a flex consideration considering his low floor, but Walker has RB1 upside this week. If you are a heavy underdog in your matchup, Walker could provide the upside you need to balance the playing field.