Who Should I Start? Mark Andrews or Sam LaPorta

Saturday, November 22, 11:30 AM

Baltimore Ravens tight end Mark Andrews has been back to his old ways, finding the end zone and registering TE1 finishes in three straight weeks. Week 11, he actually scored on a 35-yard run out of a fake tush push which gave the Ravens the lead and eventually the win. In those last three weeks, Andrews has totalled 13 targets, eight catches, 68 receiving yards, three receiving touchdowns, and three carries for 39 yards and one score on the ground. In Week 12, he takes on the New York Jets, who have been around the middle of the pack in terms of defending opposing tight ends. They've allowed seven total touchdowns to the position, and give up 13.88 fantasy points per game. Andrews should remain heavily involved, especially with Rashod Bateman (ankle) ruled out, which gives him the boost to TE1 value.

Friday, November 21, 12:17 PM

According to Detroit Football Network's Justin Rogers, Detroit Lions tight end Sam LaPorta (back) is likely to miss the remainder of the season after successful surgery on his back. The 24-year-old was amid a rebound campaign, posting a 40/489/3 line before sustaining a back injury in their 44-22 win over the Commanders in Week 10. However, his status quickly deteriorated, and he's now facing a significant recovery. Fellow tight end Brock Wright (ankle) will operate as Detroit's TE1 in his teammate's stead, with Ross Dwelley working in behind him. Neither projects to be particularly useful for fantasy.