The San Francisco 49ers will host the Chicago Bears in Week 17. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Jauan Jennings.
Is Jauan Jennings Playing in Week 17?
Jennings is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the 49ers’ 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 Jennings in Week 17?
Jenngins has scored in four straight games and seven times in his past seven, but together a run of excellence that has rewarded you handsomely for what you invested.
With a target share under 18.5% in consecutive games, you could poke a hole in his target-earning abilities, but given the efficient nature of the Brock Purdy/Kyle Shanahan tandem, I’m less inclined to sweat it.
The trust factor simply cannot be overstated in this instance. Jennings has caught seven of eight third-down targets over his past three games and has scored on three of those receptions. Due to the usage that George Kittle and Christian McCaffrey absorb, there’s only so much of a ceiling to chase, but the floor has been solid all season long, and that’s enough to work him into your starting lineup with a good level of confidence.
For what it’s worth, my opinion of Jennings isn’t tied to the status of Ricky Pearsall (knee/ankle).
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Jennings’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 17
Jennings is projected to score 15.9 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Jennings to have six receptions for 73 yards and 0.5 touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 17 Weather Impact: Bears at 49ers
The forecast for kickoff is 60 degrees Fahrenheit with 13 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
