Who Should I Start? Mike Evans or Tee Higgins

Sunday, December 7, 8:32 AM

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (collarbone) appears to be on the verge of returning to game action. Evans has been sidelined since breaking his collarbone in Week 7. Before that, Evans missed three games due to a hamstring injury. The veteran wideout hasn't really made an impact on the field since Week 3. He returned to practice this week but was already ruled out for Sunday's matchup against the New Orleans Saints. Evans is pushing to suit up for next week's Thursday Night matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. His return would be a significant boost for Tampa Bay's offense down the stretch of the season. If he's not able to play on Thursday, Evans would more than likely return versus the Carolina Panthers in Week 16. Fantasy managers should continue to stash Evans as he's expected to return for the fantasy playoffs. Emeka Egbuka, Chris Godwin Jr., and Tez Johnson will continue to see an increase in targets while Evans remains out.

Sunday, December 7, 6:20 PM

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins made his return to the field during Sunday's game against the Buffalo Bills. Higgins was forced to sit out the Week 13 Thanksgiving victory due to a concussion. He returned this weekend and made a huge splash on the field despite snowy conditions in Buffalo. Higgins hauled in six of his 11 targets for a team-high 92 yards and two touchdowns during the 39-34 loss on Sunday. This marked the first time that Higgins had seen double-digit targets since Week 7. It also marked the first time that Higgins and quarterback Joe Burrow have played together since Week 2. Clearly, the chemistry is still there, as the two hooked up on 21- and 25-yard scores on Sunday. The duo will look to keep the good times rolling in a rematch against the Ravens next weekend.