The Buffalo Bills will host the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 11. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB James Cook.
Is James Cook Playing in Week 11?
Cook is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Bills’ 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 Cook in Week 11?
James Cook fought an ankle issue for much of last week but wasn’t on the final injury report and it didn’t seem to be an issue with him catching five balls against the Dolphins (one reception in the month prior).
He did, however, lose a fumble inside the 30-yard line and posted a game without a 20-yard gain for the fifth time in six contests.
I’m not at all sounding the alarm in terms of worry because there’s no real competition for work. A bet on Cook is essentially a bet on Buffalo, and recent history has taught us that we make that bet.
Cook Scoring Splits, Last 17 Games
- Wins: 21.5 PPR points per game, 46% over expectations
- Losses: 7.6 PPR points per game, 26.4% below expectations
Compared to last season, Cook’s gain rate (88.6%) and chunk rush rate (13.9%) are both pacing favorably, trends that have been viewing him as an easy top 10 option at the position the rest of the way.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Cook’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 11
Cook is projected to score 18.8 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Cook to rush for 81 yards and 0.6 rushing touchdowns, while adding 3 receptions for 27 receiving yards and 0.2 receiving touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 11 Weather Impact: Buccaneers at Bills
The forecast for kickoff is 50 degrees Fahrenheit with 13 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.