The Los Angeles Rams will travel to face the Carolina Panthers in Week 13. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding QB Matthew Stafford.
Is Matthew Stafford Playing in Week 13?
Stafford is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Rams’ 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 Stafford in Week 13?
Stafford is the MVP favorite for a reason. He’s thrown multiple TD passes in five straight and in nine of his past 10. He has two receivers who can seemingly beat any coverage and has a running game that is respected enough for him to thrive in play-action situations (70.4% completion rate with 14 TDs and 0 INTs).
There’s one thread that can undo this profile, and that’s pressure. Of 34 qualifiers, Stafford ranks 26th in completion percentage when feeling the heat (behind J.J. McCarthy and Bryce Young). I think that’s a fundamental flaw to consider as we pick nits, but not this weekend against the worst pass rush in the sport.
The Seahawks on Thursday Night Football in Week 16 with a trip to your fantasy finals on the line? That’s going to be a tough conversation to have, but it’s not something you’re sweating this second.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Stafford’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 13
Stafford is projected to score 18.7 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Stafford to throw for 295 yards and 1.8 passing touchdowns with 0.9 interceptions. Stafford could also add 3 rushing yards on the ground.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 13 Weather Impact: Rams at Panthers
The forecast for kickoff is 46 degrees Fahrenheit with 10 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
