Week 12 saw some surprising performances from wide receivers who had been struggling. Two names that stood out were Jakobi Meyers of the Jacksonville Jaguars and Darnell Mooney of the Atlanta Falcons. Both had solid outings, leaving fantasy football managers wondering who to start in Week 13.
Darnell Mooney's Resurgence
Darnell Mooney finally broke his streak of games with under 70 receiving yards, hauling in three receptions for 74 yards and a touchdown against the New Orleans Saints. With Drake London likely out again this week against the New York Jets, Mooney is poised to be the Falcons' WR1 for the second week in a row.
However, the Jets present a tough matchup. They boast a strong passing defense, ranking 10th fewest passing yards allowed per game in the NFL. They've generally limited opposing WR1s, although some have managed to exceed 75 receiving yards against them. In PPR formats, the Jets have conceded the 11th fewest fantasy points per game to the WR position this season.
Zac Robinson, the Falcons' offensive coordinator, has noted the better connection between Kirk Cousins and Mooney. This connection seemed evident in Week 12, where they connected on a beautiful 49-yard touchdown pass. The return of Cousins appears to have revitalized Mooney's fantasy potential.
Jakobi Meyers' Solid Performance
Jakobi Meyers had his best game as a Jaguar in Week 12, catching four passes for 50 yards and a touchdown against the Arizona Cardinals. While this is encouraging, his fantasy outlook for Week 13 is uncertain. (The original article cuts off here)
Considerations for Fantasy Managers
- Matchup: The Jets present a tougher matchup for Mooney than the Cardinals presented for Meyers.
- Quarterback Chemistry: The connection between Cousins and Mooney seems to be improving.
- Opportunity: With London likely out, Mooney should see a significant target share.