The Atlanta Falcons will host the Los Angeles Rams 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 TE Kyle Pitts Sr.
Is Kyle Pitts Sr. Playing in Week 17?
Pitts is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Falcons’ 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 Pitts in Week 17?
In the first six quarters of this fantasy postseason, Kyle Pitts scored four times, matching his most for a season prior to this spurt.
Sunday was the Drake London, Bijan Robinson, and Pitts (Cousins missed him on an open end zone target in the fourth quarter) show from the jump (that trio accounted for 20 of 21 first-half targets), and that’s all we can ask for: we want a featured tight end in an open offense that largely plays weatherproof games.
The Rams’ defense has strong season-long numbers, but they have allowed over 30 points in three of their past four games, and while I wouldn’t paint them as vulnerable, they aren’t an autofade like they were for the first two months.
We could waste time arguing if Pitts is Mr. Right when it comes to filling out a pass-catching nucleus in a developing offense, but he’s certainly Mr. Right Now for fantasy managers, and I see no reason to pivot off of this red-hot profile.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Pitts’ Fantasy Points Projection in Week 17
Pitts is projected to score 13.1 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Pitts to have 5 receptions for 66 yards and 0.3 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: Rams at Falcons
Since the Falcons 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.
