The Buffalo Bills will visit the New England Patriots in Week 15. 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 15?
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 15?
James Cook has put the ball on the ground four times over the past two weeks (two lost), and while it hasn’t dented his volume, it needs to be noted for an offense that already lacks confidence when anyone not named Josh Allen is handling the ball.
The lost fumble came on the doorstep as he was trying to score his ninth rushing TD of the season. Allen is going to handle such a high percentage of those valuable looks that Cook can’t really afford to not only fail to convert but also put the game in jeopardy with a turnover.
At the end of the day, your opponents would love to be complaining about Cook. He’s cleared 15 carries in four straight and seven of eight) and has multiple receptions in five consecutive games after a bizarre month-long stretch where he totaled one reception.
That versatility figures to come into play this week against an elite Patriots defense that is fresh off their bye, and it’s why I think he still returns top 10 production at the position.
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 15
Cook is projected to score 17.9 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Cook to rush for 77 yards and 0.6 rushing touchdowns, while adding three receptions for 26 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 15 Weather Impact: Bills at Patriots
The forecast for kickoff is 40 degrees Fahrenheit with 10 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
