The Los Angeles Chargers will visit the Dallas Cowboys in Week 16. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding RB Kimani Vidal.
Is Vidal Playing in Week 16?
Vidal is not on the injury report and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Chargers’ 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 Vidal in Week 16?
Over the last two weeks, Kimani Vidal has turned his 26 carries into 77 yards with a long gain of eight yards.
He’s trying to fend off Omarion Hampton in what is labeled as a hot hand backfield, but his grip on the lead role is loose, if not already gone.
We did see Justin Herbert get him in space last week with a play-action scheme that saw him circle back for a screen that picked up 15 yards. He’s not a bad option for the Chargers, but he doesn’t offer nearly the same juice as Hampton and that has him ranked closer to the handcuffs than the Zach Charbonnet’s of the world.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Vidal’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 16
Vidal is projected to score 10.1 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Vidal to rush for 48 yards and 0.0 rushing touchdowns, while adding 2 receptions for 19 receiving yards and 0.3 receiving touchdowns.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 16 Weather Impact: Chargers at Cowboys
Since the Cowboys play in a dome, there is no weather impact for this Week 16 matchup. Temperatures will be a comfortable 72 degrees Fahrenheit with no wind.
