The Chicago Bears will visit the San Francisco 49ers 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 Luther Burden III.
Is Luther Burden III Playing in Week 17?
Burden (ankle) was listed as limited on Thursday’s practice estimate.
We’ll continue to monitor the Bears’ 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 Burden in Week 17?
After a week of missed practices, Burden was inactive on a short week against the Packers.
We were so close!
The rookie posted a 70.6% snap share in the Week 14 loss to Green Bay, easily his high-water mark for the season and a sign that this coaching staff was elevating him thanks to his elite 2.49 yards per route run this season.
But after a DNP last week and Rome Odunze’s status TBD, it’s pretty tough to consider going this direction in a fantasy Super Bowl setting. This season, Burden has produced 14.7% more than expected, despite not receiving an end zone target and never reaching 65 air yards.
There is a lot to like with the 13 data points that we have Burden this season. I mean A LOT. I’m happy to drive the hype train for next season, but even if he can work through this ankle injury in time for this contest, you’re taking on a lot of risk for a player who, despite the strong metrics, has reached 15 PPR points just once.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Burden’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 17
Burden is projected to score 12.2 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Burden to have four receptions for 44 yards and 0.4 touchdowns. Burden could also add seven rushing yards.
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.
