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FantasyPros – The Biggest Fantasy Football Questions For Each Team in Week 11 (Ep. 1843)

Date: November 16, 2025
Host: Ryan Wormley
Guests: Derrick Brown (DBRO), Pat Fitz Morris

Episode Overview

This episode of the FantasyPros Fantasy Football Podcast dives deep into the critical fantasy football questions for every NFL team ahead of Week 11. Ryan Wormley is joined by Derrick Brown and Pat Fitz Morris for an action-packed strategic preview, with position-by-position takes and matchup breakdowns. The crew debates risers and fallers in rankings, injury impacts, and expectations for emerging players amid notable returns, quarterback changes, and high-stakes fantasy matchups.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Week 11 Context & Bye Weeks

• Only the Colts and Saints are on bye, making it one of the least impactful bye weeks (01:00).
• The only "megastar" missing from most fantasy lineups is Jonathan Taylor.

Thursday Night Football Recap: Patriots Backfield Shakeup

Travion Henderson’s Breakout Game

• Travion Henderson: 19 carries, 62 yds, 2 rushing TDs; 5 catches, 31 yds, 1 TD (01:00).
• Pat Fitz Morris: “I do think the genie’s kind of out of the bottle here with Travion Henderson and he’s going to be a really solid like running back 2 the rest of the way.” [02:23]
• Debate: Is Henderson a mid-range RB2 or higher?
  • Pat: RB17-18 rest of season.
  • Derrick: "I'd be surprised if he's outside the top 13 to 15 running backs for people rest of season rankings" [03:27]

Ramondre Stevenson’s Role

• Both acknowledge Stevenson will retain red zone/goal-line work.
• Split could be 65/35 in favor of Henderson, but much depends on forthcoming games.
• "How do you put the toothpaste back in the tube at this point?" – Derrick (05:24)

QB/RB/WR Quick Hits from Thursday (Jets & Others)

• Fields has real-life struggles, but fantasy value remains due to rushing (05:39).
• Jets: Breece Hall only reliable fantasy asset; no actionable pass-catchers (06:01).
• AD Mitchell’s dynasty intrigue but was inefficient (07:01).

London Game Preview: Commanders vs Dolphins in Madrid

• Key DFS/fantasy picks (excluding Waddle/Achan):

  • Derrick: Zach Ertz as a sneaky TE1 play due to matchup ["Miami's allowed the fifth most receiving yards...to opposing tight ends." 08:03]
  • Chris Rodriguez, RB, is higher in his rankings than consensus due to usage uptick, with Brian Robinson declining (08:53).

• Pat is wary of Commanders run game; prefers QBs as streamers:

  • “I would be willing to play either of these quarterbacks in a pinch…I’ve got Mariota QB13, Tua QB15.” [10:01]
  • “Dolphins want to run the ball if they can, especially in wins.” (10:40)

• Derrick favors Mariota over Tua due to rushing upside; mentions Geno Smith & Davis Mills as interesting arms (12:08).

Panthers at Falcons

• Bijan Robinson’s bounce-back spot:
  • Pat: “Bijan Robinson is certainly due to snap out of this little mini funk.” (13:51).
  • Derrick: “Wheels up for him…wheels up for Drake London…Atlanta, I think they roll, man.” (15:03)
• Kyle Pitts: Nice matchup but history is shaky.
• Pennix (Atlanta QB): Both Pat and Derrick rank him as a backend QB2; not prioritizing in 1-QB leagues (16:18).
• Top RBs for the week: Both lock in McCaffrey as RB1 with Bijan RB2 (17:04).

Buccaneers at Bills ("Ranks Too Low/High")

• Pat: Baker Mayfield is ranked too low; sees shootout potential if Allen & Bills push. Khalil Shakir ranked too high, unclear ceiling (17:49).
• Derrick: Likes Baker, echoes confusion at Keon Coleman’s weekly ECR ranking.
  • Raises the question: Is Josh Allen being overvalued as a lock-in QB1 every week? (19:52, 21:26)
  • Pat counters: “The week you fade Josh Allen is the week he runs for 60 yards and three touchdowns.” (21:26)
• Allen’s stats: 70% completion, 8.1 YPA, but low pass attempt volume since early season (22:17).
• Consensus: Allen is still in the elite tier, but Jalen Hurts is (slightly) preferred this week by Derrick (23:20).
• Emeka Egbuka vs. Justin Jefferson as top WR: lively debate, with support for Egbuka in a plus matchup (23:39, 24:47).

Chargers at Jaguars: Kamani Vidal Volatility

• Vidal’s up-and-down finishes (RB8/33/7/44/8 last 5 weeks): Both Pat and Derrick expect a "median" RB2 outcome this week (RB18-20) due to volume, not efficiency, against a decent Jags run D (28:56, 32:39).
• “Volume wins the day...If the Chargers get up, they’ll just kind of feed him carries.” (31:04)

Bears at Vikings: Justin Jefferson & Jordan Addison Outlook

• J.J. McCarthy posts career-high passing yards but struggles with accuracy.
• Jefferson: Ranked as WR10 (Derrick), slightly higher (above Egbuka) for Pat.
  • “Tyrique Stevenson on Justin Jefferson…that screams 180 yard day to me if McCarthy can have a competent game.” – Pat (36:50)
• Addison: WR34 for Derrick, both caution he’s more usage- and coverage-dependent (33:30).
• General nerves around Minnesota’s pass game due to inconsistent QB play, but both agree this is a strong spot vs. Bears’ porous secondary.

Packers at Giants: Jameis Winston Under Center

• Jameis’ high volatility: "High ceiling, low floor for Jameis. Place your bets." – Pat (43:06)
• Expect more targets for Wandale Robinson; Theo Johnson at TE is a speculative play. Darius Slayton likely out.
• “The prop on Jameis’s passing yardage is something like 227.5. I already bet the over.” – Pat (43:06)
• Packers offense has a “get right” opportunity (41:42).

Bengals at Steelers: Rematch with Fantasy Fireworks?

• Both expect points and strong fantasy lines all around, except for DK Metcalf (shadowed by DJ Turner last matchup) (45:32).
• Steelers TEs: Trust none for consistency.
• Chase Brown: Both have at RB15, see spike-potential with Samaje Perine potentially sidelined (47:21).
• Joe Flacco: “QB1 in fantasy scoring since coming to Cincinnati…Volume dude. 43.8 pass attempts a game. It’s not going anywhere.” – Pat (48:07, 48:25).
• Both rank Flacco as a low-end QB1 for Week 11.

Texans at Titans: Nico Collins & Woody Marks

• Nico Collins: Both place him at WR11 ("bottom of the tier") – can’t be covered by Titans’ outside CBs, but worry about low pass volume if the game script favors Houston (49:28).
• Woody Marks: High RB2 (RB18-21) for both, with upside tied to Houston controlling the clock (51:29).

49ers at Cardinals: Marvin Harrison Jr. Out

• Only Trey McBride is a strong starter; Michael Wilson “flex-worthy” based on projected target bump but not talent (52:13).
• Derrick: No other pass-catchers he feels comfortable starting outside of McBride (52:50).

Seahawks at Rams: Game of the Week

• Both lean under on total (48.5 at recording) due to strong defenses and slow pace.
• Rams Minus 3: Slight edge to LA, though Pat likes the value getting points with Seattle (54:35).
• Personnel watch: LA’s heavy 13 personnel could limit usage for Puka Nacua; possible exploitation by tight ends like Terence Ferguson (56:57).
• Key quote: “25 to 2 TD/INT ratio speaks for itself [on Stafford].” – Pat (57:36)
• Stafford and McVay vs. Mike Macdonald’s defense a major chess match.

Ravens at Browns: Ranking the Tight Ends

• Andrews (TE13-14), Fannin Jr. (TE15), Njoku (TE18-20). Slightly favoring Andrews; all are uninspiring, with TDs required for value (58:33).
• “If [Andrews] doesn’t score a touchdown, he’s basically a nothing burger.” – Derrick (59:07)
• Derrick Henry as a sneaky bounce-back vs. a regressing Browns run D (60:25).

Chiefs at Broncos: Life After J.K. Dobbins

• RJ Harvey: Solid RB2 ranking for all (RB21-24). Both urge “don’t overreact,” as Sean Payton always deploys a committee. Receiving work will keep Harvey afloat (61:10).

Sunday Night: Lions at Eagles – WR Trends & Prop Bets

• Jameson Williams: Breakout game following Dan Campbell taking over play-calling seen as schematic shift, not just opponent-based. Now getting intermediate/crossing routes, not just go’s (63:38).
  • “Jameson Williams has seven targets on crossing routes this season. He has caught six of them for 164 yards. That works out to 23.4 yards per target.” – Pat (64:27)
• Props:
  • Over 48.5 yards on Jameson Williams receiving – Pat’s pick.
  • Over 4.5 receptions for Devonta Smith – Derrick’s pick.
• Both see tough matchups for WRs vs. these secondaries but opportunities in the slot emerge.

Monday Night: Cowboys at Raiders (RB Dilemma)

• Ashton Jeanty vs. Javonte Williams:
  • Pat: “Javonte. Largely because of the big disparity in quality between these two offensive lines.” (67:21)
  • Derrick: Echoes, “It’s offensive lines [and Dallas' red zone chances]. He’s a top seven back for me this week.” (68:22)
• ECR had Jeanty ranked two spots above Javonte as of Friday.

Notable Quotes (with Timestamps)

• “How do you put the toothpaste back in the tube at this point?” – Derrick Brown on Patriots’ RB shift [05:24]
• “The week you fade Josh Allen is the week he runs for 60 yards and three touchdowns.” – Pat Fitz Morris [21:26]
• “Bijan Robinson is certainly due to snap out of this little mini funk.” – Pat Fitz Morris [13:51]
• “QB1 in fantasy scoring since he came to Cincinnati... It’s volume, dude.” – Pat Fitz Morris on Joe Flacco [48:07, 48:25]
• “Jameson Williams has seven targets on crossing routes this season... 23.4 yards per target.” – Pat Fitz Morris [64:27]
• “High ceiling, low floor for Jameis. Place your bets.” – Pat Fitz Morris [43:06]
• “If [Mark Andrews] doesn’t score a touchdown, he’s basically a nothing burger.” – Derrick Brown [59:07]

Important Timestamps

• 01:00 – Week 11 Bye context, Patriots RB situation
• 08:03 – Commanders/Dolphins in London, Ertz & Rodriguez sleeper talk
• 13:51 – Bijan Robinson and Falcons fantasy outlook
• 17:49 – Baker Mayfield undervalued, Josh Allen debate
• 24:47 – Egbuka vs. Justin Jefferson
• 28:56 – Chargers backfield analysis
• 33:30 – Bears at Vikings, Jefferson/Addison rankings
• 41:42 – Giants’ new QB: Jameis Winston volatility
• 45:32 – Bengals/Steelers fireworks call
• 49:28 – Texans pass/carry splits, Nico Collins
• 52:13 – Cardinals passing game without MHJ
• 54:35 – Seahawks/Rams under call, Puka/Nacua concerns
• 58:33 – Ranking Andrews, Fannin Jr., Njoku
• 61:10 – RJ Harvey, Broncos RB analysis
• 63:38 – Lions/Eagles, Jameson Williams trends
• 67:21 – Monday Night RBs: Jeanty vs. Javonte

Overall Tone & Structure

The episode was lively and filled with detailed, actionable information aimed squarely at fantasy die-hards. The tone was analytical, with the hosts and guests pushing each other’s thinking, but interspersed with good-natured banter. They emphasized evidence, trends, and actionable takeaways, making the show highly useful for lineup decisions.

Summary Conclusion

This episode expertly preps listeners for every major fantasy conundrum in Week 11, from predicting RB workloads after injuries to separating real breakouts from noise, and navigating volatile QB and WR situations. It’s a must-listen for fantasy managers looking for a competitive edge and high-level insight into every key matchup across the NFL.

For in-depth advice on specific players and matchups, refer to the timestamps and sections above for the crew’s granular rankings and reasoning.