The Arizona Cardinals will host the Atlanta Falcons 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 WR Marvin Harrison Jr..
Is Harrison Playing in Week 16?
Harrison (heel) is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game against the Falcons, after telling reporters Friday that he expects to play, Bo Brack of GoPHNX.com reports.
We’ll continue to monitor the Cardinals’ 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 Harrison in Week 16?
Marvin Harrison Jr. missed Weeks 11-12, but we saw him return productively against the Bucs in Week 13 (69 yards on seven targets). He was much more efficient than the red-hot Michael Wilson in that game, getting the high-quality looks that their WR2 had thrived with when he was absent.
But he suffered a heel injury, and it’s been grabbing at him enough for him to miss each of the past two weeks. He didn’t practice at all last week and the status was the same as it was the week prior: show no real signs of optimism during the work week and get ruled out on Friday.
The Cards obviously have nothing left to play for, and while their QB situation is TBD moving forward, Harrison still has two years left on his rookie deal and is firmly a part of this team, trying to build a reputable offense.
We know that the WR1 in this Jacoby Brissett-led offense is a strong bet, but until we get glowing health reports, I’m operating under the assumption that Harrison is on my fantasy bench. This isn’t a bad matchup, but Atlanta does have an extended week in terms of prep time after playing on Thursday night.
I’m not putting my fantasy season in the hands of a player viewed as a building block for a team that lacks short-term motivation.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Harrison’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 16
Harrison is projected to score 8.0 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Harrison to have 3 receptions for 36 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 16 Weather Impact: Falcons at Cardinals
Since the Cardinals 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.
