The San Francisco 49ers will host the Chicago Bears in Week 17. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Christian McCaffrey.
Is Christian McCaffrey Playing in Week 17?
McCaffrey is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the 49ers’ injury report leading up to kickoff for any changes. You can also visit and bookmark our Fantasy News Tracker for the latest updates.
Should You Start or Sit McCaffrey in Week 17?
We saw Christian McCaffrey post a +90% gain rate on the ground against the Colts on Monday night, just his third such performance in what has been a tough year on the ground.
But in those instances where he is effective in the running game, it’s over. He had a pair of easy red zone touchdowns by way of getting a linebacker in space and running a crisp route that the defender simply had zero shot at stopping.
He’s up to 16 touchdowns, 92 catches, and 1,039 rushing yards. At this point, nothing he does is all that surprising. He’s stayed on the field and, in doing so, he’s one of the best fantasy options of all time.
It really is that simple.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
McCaffrey’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 17
McCaffrey is projected to score 25.4 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project McCaffrey to rush for 91 yards and 0.5 rushing touchdowns, while adding 6 receptions for 55 receiving yards and 0.3 receiving touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 17 Weather Impact: Bears at 49ers
The forecast for kickoff is 58 degrees Fahrenheit with 14 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
