Who Should I Start? Jonnu Smith or Cade Otton

Friday, November 21, 8:41 PM

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Jonnu Smith failed to catch a single pass in Week 11, marking his first game without a reception since Week 4 of last season. Though the matchup against the Chicago Bears is favorable, there is little reason to expect Smith to bounce back to fantasy relevance in Week 12. The Steelers remain unpredictable in how they deploy their tight ends, with Smith, Pat Freiermuth, and Darnell Washington all playing significant snaps. It is clear, however, that Smith's fantasy value is entirely touchdown-dependent, as he has topped 20 receiving yards just four times this year. As the TE29 in RotoBaller's Week 12 rankings, fantasy managers should look elsewhere for a streaming option.

Friday, November 21, 5:53 PM

Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton is looking to bounce back after posting a dud during last week's game against the Buffalo Bills. Otton hauled in two of his five targets for 28 yards in the loss. Prior to that, Otton had finished with 40 receiving yards or more in five straight games. His role in the offensive game plan could be reduced if Chris Godwin (leg) is able to suit up in Week 12. Regardless, Otton has proven himself capable enough to make plays that the ball should still be coming his way. The 26-year-old has seen five or more targets in six straight games. Fantasy managers should be able to trust Otton as a TE2 for this upcoming matchup against the Los Angeles Rams.