Who Should I Start? DK Metcalf or Garrett Wilson

Tuesday, November 11, 9:44 PM

Over the past two weeks combined, Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf has scored just 6.6 half-PPR fantasy points. While there are reasons to be optimistic about the Steelers' offense against the Cincinnati Bengals in Week 11, this matchup doesn't project to be a great one for Metcalf specifically. Cincinnati has surrendered six receiving touchdowns to opposing wideouts, and only one of them went to a clear WR1. In Metcalf's Week 7 meeting with the Bengals, he managed just three receptions for 50 yards. Because Metcalf has not exceeded five receptions in any contest this season, fantasy managers can't rely on volume when deciding whether to start him. The 27-year-old will probably need to hit pay dirt to provide value as a low-end WR2 or flex option this week.

Thursday, November 13, 11:30 AM

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports that the New York Jets have not ruled out placing wide receiver Garrett Wilson (knee) on injured reserve. The 25-year-old initially injured his knee back in Week 6, and proceeded to sit for the ensuing two contests before the team's bye week. It appeared he had fully healed, but he reaggravated the injury in the Jets' win over the Cleveland Browns, potentially jeopardizing his availability for the next month of play. If Wilson is out for at least the next four games, it makes sense for the team to act accordingly, particularly given their season is out of reach. Fantasy managers can expect teammates Tyler Johnson, Adonai Mitchell, and Arian Smith to operate the team's corps in the Ohio State product's stead.