The Indianapolis Colts will host the Jacksonville Jaguars 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 RB Jonathan Taylor.
Is Jonathan Taylor Playing in Week 17?
Taylor is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Colts’ 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 Taylor in Week 17?
Game script worked away from Jonathan Taylor with the 49ers cooking for the entire game, and an early special teams turnover putting the Colts behind the eight ball.
These are the games that separate the good from the great at the position.
It would have been easy for JT to fail, but instead, due to his versatile role on this team, he finishes the 21-point loss with 79 yards and a touchdown.
He probably didn’t give you the boost you were hoping for, but he salvaged his week and that’s sometimes just as important. Taylor now has 10 games with at least three receptions and has multiple red zone touches in 11 straight.
The limitations of this offense cap his ceiling projection, but the baseline remains that of a top 10 option at the position. His elite days go you to your championship: he can steady the ship this week, but you’ll likely need to get the game-breaking performance elsewhere.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Taylor’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 17
Taylor is projected to score 17.2 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Taylor to rush for 90 yards and 0.7 rushing touchdowns, while adding 2 receptions for 15 receiving yards and 0.1 receiving 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: Jaguars at Colts
Since the Colts play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 17 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
