The Carolina Panthers will visit the San Francisco 49ers in Week 12. Here’s the latest fantasy football news and advice to help you with your lineups this week and moving forward, specifically regarding WR Xavier Legette.
Is Xavier Legette Playing in Week 12?
Legette 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 Legette in Week 12?
Legette, posting two top 15 PPR finishes this season, will be among the random notes that we forget about, but it’s a real thing. He’s caught more than three passes twice this season, and he just so happened to clear 18 PPR points in both of them.
If you think Bryce Young will sustain the momentum from last week and be midseason Joe Flacco, then by all means, play Legette as a WR2.
If you’re a rational human who operates with a broad sense of logic, I think we can take a step back and admit that he simply ran hot. Gabe Davis used to do this once a month, and we were never willing to trust him, despite being attached to better offenses, right?
Carolina remains a run-centric offense that wants to put as much of their passing game in the hands of Tetairoa McMillan as possible. Let’s not overcomplicate things.
The 21-yard catch on fourth down during the first drive was nice, and the 36-yard TD to open the second half was even better. Perhaps there is something to be said about his scheming looks, but until we see sustained viability, I’m not tempted to put him in my top 40 at the position.
Are you looking for start/sit advice for other players in your lineup? Read our Fantasy Football Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em Cheat Sheet.
Legette’s Fantasy Points Projection in Week 12
Legette is projected to score 10.4 fantasy points in PPR formats.
We project Legette to have four receptions for 41 yards and 0.3 touchdowns. Legette could also add two rushing yards.
Check out the free PFSN Fantasy Start-Sit Optimizer for the latest projections and advice for your lineups this week.
Week 12 Weather Impact: Panthers at 49ers
The forecast for kickoff is 61 degrees Fahrenheit with 4 mph winds. These are ideal conditions for fantasy production.
