The Carolina Panthers will host the Los Angeles Rams 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 RB Rico Dowdle.
Is Rico Dowdle Playing in Week 13?
Dowdle is not on the injury report, and barring a surprise, he is expected to play.
We’ll continue to monitor the Panthers’ 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 Dowdle in Week 13?
Rico Dowdle relied on the pass game (four catches for 36 yards) for his production on Monday night to offset a low volume game on the ground (six carries) due to the game script.
He was able to save your bacon last week, but how sustainable is it?
Last week, Chuba Hubbard was used as the third down back and ran a route on 73.3% of his snaps. I don’t think he is much of a threat to Dowdle in the traditional sense, but the team made it clear last week that Hubbard is a threat to soak up usage in the passing game, something that we should see plenty of this week with the Panthers labeled as a double digit underdog.
This week, I view Dowdle as very similar to Quinshon Judkins and that’s a low-end RB2 that you’re playing for the floor more than the ceiling.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Dowdle’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 13
Dowdle is projected to score 14.7 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Dowdle to rush for 72 yards and 0.2 rushing touchdowns, while adding 3 receptions for 20 receiving yards and 0.3 receiving touchdowns.
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 47 degrees Fahrenheit with 5 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
