The Pittsburgh Steelers will visit the Baltimore Ravens in Week 14. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR DK Metcalf.
Is DK Metcalf Playing in Week 14?
Metcalf is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Steelers’ 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 Metcalf in Week 14?
We are heading into Week 14, and Metcalf has had one top 30 performance since the strong showing in Week 8 (WR12).
You can blame him, Aaron Rodgers, or Arthur Smith. I don’t really care because none of it is going to be fixed right now, and that’s why I’m looking for reasons not to start him if at all possible.
The Ravens defense isn’t elite, but they profile well for this matchup by ranking top-10 against short passes in terms of completion percentage, YPA, and touchdown rate. Metcalf hasn’t reached 15 expected PPR points in a game this season and has just seven end zone looks (six seasons in Seattle: 17.3 end zone targets per season).
I have him hovering around WR30 this week, a damning statement given the injuries and the fact that four teams are on a bye. Would I rather have a handful of short targets to him or a few deep shots to Alec Pierce (at JAX)? Chris Godwin looked spry in his return from injury, and that’s a receiver with a similar route tree that I’d prefer (vs. NO) this week.
I’m not benching him for Tre Tucker or Devaugh Vele types, but if you have someone in the same general range, try not to be a slave to the resume.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Metcalf’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 14
Metcalf is projected to score 13.4 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Metcalf to have five receptions for 62 yards and 0.5 touchdowns. Metcalf could also add zero rushing yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 14 Weather Impact: Steelers at Ravens
The forecast for kickoff is 42 degrees Fahrenheit with 4 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
