Who Should I Start? Juwan Johnson or Harold Fannin Jr.

Thursday, November 6, 11:44 AM

New Orleans Saints tight end Juwan Johnson has gained more appeal as a starting option this weekend when he lines up with the hosting Carolina Panthers. The University of Oregon product had a rough three-game stretch from Weeks 4-6 in which he hauled in seven receptions for 50 yards, although he's bounced back over the previous three outings (13/163), and even got back into the end zone for the second time this season -- and first since Week 2. With ex-teammate Rashid Shaheed gone for Seattle, Johnson should assume the role of the No. 2 pass-catcher behind wide receiver Chris Olave. Production could be inconsistent with rookie QB Tyler Shough manning the helm. However, the opportunity will be there in a Saints offense bereft of weaponry.

Friday, November 7, 8:36 PM

Cleveland Browns tight end Harold Fannin Jr. (hamstring) missed practice on Thursday and was limited in Friday's session ahead of a Week 10 road matchup against the New York Jets. Fannin was on bye in Week 9, so it is unclear when exactly the rookie picked up the ailment. Officially listed as questionable for Sunday's game, Fannin would go up against a Jets defense that is allowing the 15th-most fantasy points per game to tight ends if he ultimately ends up playing. If Fannin is unable to give it a go, David Njoku would see an increased workload and could be treated as a solid mid-range TE1 in fantasy leagues. Fantasy managers counting on Fannin will want to monitor the news leading up to kickoff at 1:00 PM EST on Sunda,y as he could end up as a game-time decision. If Fannin plays, he will be on the fantasy radar as a solid TE2.