The Cincinnati Bengals will visit the Baltimore Ravens 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 WR Ja’Marr Chase.
Is Ja’Marr Chase Playing in Week 13?
Chase is not on the injury report and, barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Bengals’ 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 Chase in Week 13?
Chase served his one-game suspension last week as a result of #SpitGate and will be back in the mix this week with Joe Burrow under center.
This is an era of short-term memory, so if last season is too long ago for you, here’s a friendly reminder that Chase won the triple crown last season (127-1708-17) with Burrow under center and that landed him as the consensus 1.01 in August.
Last season, Cincy’s WR1 had double-digit receptions in both games against Baltimore (totals: 21 catches for 457 yards and five scores). Sure, if you want to tell me that Baltimore’s defense is trending up, I’ll bite, but the level of improvement it would take to make me the least bit nervous on Thanksgiving night is nonexistent.
Chase is a Tier 1 receiver this week, and you shouldn’t be the least bit worried about either his week off or rust on the side of Burrow.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Chase’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 13
Chase is projected to score 22.3 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Chase to have seven receptions for 99 yards and 0.8 touchdowns. Chase could also add one rushing yard.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 13 Weather Impact: Bengals at Ravens
The forecast for kickoff is 72°F with 5 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.