Who Should I Start? Jonnu Smith or Dallas Goedert

Saturday, November 23, 10:04 AM

Miami Dolphins tight end Jonnu Smith has been one of the most consistent fantasy options in this offense all year. He's garnered at least six targets in four out of the last five games and has three touchdowns in that span. Defenses have emphasized limiting big plays from Tyreek Hill (wrist) and Jaylen Waddle, giving Smith plenty of opportunities. He once again gets a solid matchup with a New England Patriots defense that ranks in the middle of the pack at defending tight ends. More specifically, according to Pro Football Focus, New England linebackers have struggled mightily in coverage, with an average coverage grade of 52.5. This looks like another prime spot for Smith to produce; start him with an expectation of TE1 production. He ranks as RotoBallers TE7 in this week's rankings.

Saturday, November 23, 7:32 AM

Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert will go on the road to take on the Los Angeles Rams in Week 12 on Sunday night. The 29-year-old has finished as a top 12 fantasy option the past two weeks since returning from injury and should see an increased target share with No. 2 wide receiver DeVonta Smith (hamstring) ruled out. The matchup with the Rams is great, as they allow the seventh-most fantasy points per game to tight ends and will have their hands full trying to slow down Saquon Barkley and the Eagles run game. Receivers Jahan Dotson and Johnny Wilson will see their roles increase as well, but they have not shown anything special in 2024 and Goedert is averaging six targets per game in ones he has not left early due to injury. Fire up the veteran with confidence in Week 12.