The Carolina Panthers will host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 16. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Chuba Hubbard.
Is Hubbard Playing in Week 16?
Hubbard is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Panthers’ 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 Hubbard in Week 16?
The Panthers committed to Rico Dowdle early last week (14-6 snap edge over Chuba Hubbard in the first quarter) and with neither running back impressing against the Saints, I’m operating under the assumption that we see a similar approach in this critical game against a stable run defense in the Buccaneers.
Week 15 RB Participation Date
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Dowdle: 58.9% snaps, 17 touches, 12.4 PPR points
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Hubbard: 42.9% snaps, 9 touches, 4.8 PPR points
In a DFS setting, you could argue that Hubbard is the more savvy route runner and if we want to dismiss the idea of this run game being efficient, that leaves him open to some cheap PPR production.
For me, that’s overthinking things a bit and even if it’s accurate, I’m not sure you hit at a high enough level to justify taking this risk.
Personally, I like the Bucs to control this game and that has me passing on Carolina players across the board where I have the luxury in doing so.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Hubbard’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 16
Hubbard is projected to score 11.2 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Hubbard to rush for 54 yards and 0.4 rushing touchdowns, while adding 2 receptions for 13 receiving yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 16 Weather Impact: Buccaneers at Panthers
The forecast for kickoff is 58 degrees Fahrenheit with 4 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
