The Arizona Cardinals will visit the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 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 WR Michael Wilson.
Is Michael Wilson Playing in Week 13?
Wilson is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
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 Wilson in Week 13?
Trey McBride is what we wanted Brock Bowers to be.
Jacoby Brissett is what we wanted Kyler Murray to be.
Wilson is what we wanted Marvin Harrison to be.
I’m not exactly sure what is in the water in Arizona, but they are developing skill position players at a high level. If Trey Benson can bring this team some balance, opponents will be hard-pressed to slow down this momentum.
Over the past two seasons, only three receivers have logged consecutive 10+ catch games: Ja’Marr Chase, Puka Nacua, and yes, Wilson.
He’s obviously not in that class, but maybe the Cards just misread him as a player?
In each of these two breakout games, Wilson has been in the slot for under 17% of his routes, a rate that was north of 43% in the three games prior. This could either be very interesting or very damning, depending on how the team wants to use Harrison: if they shift some of his usage to the slot, he suffers and Wilson gains (Harrison’s YPRR from the slot is down 41.6% this year from last), and the inverse is true should Wilson return to the role he once filled.
I think that might be more of a Week 14-17 question. For now, I’m assuming that Wilson is going to be on the outside, and we just saw the Rams carve up these Bucs with 12 completions, 146 yards, and a pair of touchdowns going that direction on 17 throws.
Wilson, in a week where all 32 teams are in action, and the position is reasonably healthy, is a top 20 play for me this week.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Wilson’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 13
Wilson is projected to score 14.6 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Wilson to have five receptions for 69 yards and 0.4 touchdowns. Wilson could also add zero rushing yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 13 Weather Impact: Cardinals at Buccaneers
The forecast for kickoff is 74 degrees Fahrenheit with 16 mph winds. Moderate winds may affect deep passes and field goal attempts.