Exciting news for football fans: Justin Jefferson is finally making a comeback this Sunday for the Minnesota Vikings after being out since October 8. His return is not just good news for Vikings’ playoff hopes but also a relief for fantasy football players aiming for those crucial wins to secure a spot in the playoffs.
However, it’s not all good news for fantasy football in Week 14. Kansas City Chiefs’ running back, Isiah Pacheco, won’t be playing against the Buffalo Bills, leaving fantasy players in a bit of a pickle as they search for replacement options. Pacheco’s absence is a blow to the Chiefs’ offense, especially since he was on a roll with his second 100-yard performance in Week 13 and consistent carries in recent games.
The Chiefs’ head coach, Andy Reid, announced that Clyde Edwards-Helaire would step in as the starting running back against the Bills, but the team plans to involve Jerick McKinnon in the passing game. This means Edwards-Helaire might not completely replace Pacheco’s production.
For fantasy players looking for waiver-wire pickups, the Chiefs’ backup running backs become hot commodities, especially with other star players like Jonathan Taylor, Aaron Jones, Kenneth Walker III, and Zach Charbonnet dealing with injuries.
If you’re not confident about how the Chiefs will divide the workload, consider looking into other potential additions like Antonio Gibson from Washington, Tyjae Spears from Tennessee, Chase Brown from Cincinnati, or Roschon Johnson from Chicago. These players could be valuable additions to your fantasy lineup in Week 14.
