It's the last week of the 2020 NFL season, and the fantasy football playoffs are in full swing. With the championship on the line, fantasy players need to make the right decisions when it comes to who to start in their lineups.
Fortunately, fantasy experts Matthew Berry and Jay Croucher have come together to review their top RB plays and fades for this crucial week 17 fantasy slate.
The duo went over some of the most talked-about RBs of the week, including James Conner, Cam Akers, and even some lesser-known players.
Berry and Croucher discussed the impact of injuries on the RB position, and how injuries to certain players can open up opportunities for others. They also discussed how the matchup of the week can affect the value of a player, and the importance of considering the opponent when making decisions about who to start.
When it comes to Conner, the experts agreed that he has a good matchup this week and is likely to have a good game. They both agreed that he is a safe play and should be in most fantasy lineups.
For Akers, the experts were split on what to expect from the rookie RB. Some thought that he is a boom or bust player who could have a big game, while others thought that he could be too risky to trust in fantasy lineups.
The duo also talked about some of the lesser-known RBs that could have a big impact this week, including Ronald Jones and Wayne Gallman. They discussed the strengths and weaknesses of these players and how they could be used in fantasy lineups.
Berry and Croucher also discussed the impact of the weather on certain matchups, and how the weather can affect the performance of certain players. They discussed the importance of monitoring the weather when making decisions about who to start.
Finally, the duo went over their top RB plays and fades for the week, giving fantasy players a good idea of who to trust and who to avoid.
