The Las Vegas Raiders will visit the Los Angeles Chargers in Week 13. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding QB Geno Smith.
Is Geno Smith Playing in Week 13?
Smith is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Raiders’ 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 Smith in Week 13?
Smith left a few plays on the field last week, but that’s what happens when you’re sacked 10 times and, as a result, a little quick on the trigger. There was a potential 65-yard Tre Tucker touchdown that could have been, and if that had happened, maybe he would be more on the two-QB radar, but it didn’t, and I’d rather not look in this direction in any sense.
Pressured dropbacks aren’t an occurrence as much as they are a lifestyle for Smith these days. Of the 40 qualified QBs through 12 weeks, he ranks 32nd in pressured pass TD% and 33rd in pressured INT%.
We are asking a lot of Smith to support Brock Bowers as a top 5 tight end; let’s not push the envelope and ask for anything more.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Smith’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 13
Smith is projected to score 5.6 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Smith to throw for 79 yards and 0.5 passing touchdowns with 0.2 interceptions. Smith could also add five rushing yards on the ground.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 13 Weather Impact: Raiders at Chargers
The forecast for kickoff is 69 degrees Fahrenheit with 3 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
