Who Should I Start? Drake London or Brian Thomas Jr.

Thursday, December 18, 8:10 PM

Atlanta Falcons wide receiver Drake London (knee) was limited for a second consecutive day on Thursday. The superstar receiver's status remains uncertain heading into Sunday's Week 16 contest against the Arizona Cardinals. London is working his way back from a multi-game absence and hasn't played since Week 11. He's getting closer to returning, offering managers a boost as the fantasy playoffs continue. If he can suit up this week, he'll benefit from a favorable matchup against the Cardinals, who allowed 85 yards and two touchdowns to Houston's Nico Collins last weekend. Managers should stay tuned to the Falcons' final injury report on Friday, which will provide more clarity on his status and a potential injury designation for Week 16. If he plays without any limitations, he'll be a high-end WR1.

Thursday, December 18, 9:18 AM

Though this has been an undoubtedly frustrating season for Brian Thomas Jr., the Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver is coming off back-to-back solid performances as his team has ascended to the top of the AFC South. The second-year player, ranked as the No. 44 overall PPR receiver, is certainly in the conversation for the biggest fantasy disappointment of the season relative to draft position. However, managers who weathered modest outputs and an injury may have a light at the end of the tunnel, as Thomas has looked more like his rookie self with 13 targets, 7 catches, 153 yards, and a touchdown during the past two weeks. The Jags have a tough Week 16 matchup against a Denver Broncos defense that ranks ninth against PPR receivers, but Jacksonville and quarterback Trevor Lawrence are on such a hot streak that Thomas should carry WR3/flex consideration for managers deep in the playoffs.