Fantasy Football Week 11: What to watch for

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PHILADELPHIA EAGLES at KANSAS CITY CHIEFS

The two top teams in the league will clash following their bye week. This Super Bowl rematch promises an exciting matchup, with both teams undergoing key transition areas this season.

From a fantasy football perspective, significant changes have affected both the Kansas City and Philadelphia defenses.

Biggest Storyline:

Is the Eagles defense a real issue? Their pass rush remains a strength, ranking third in quarterback hits this season. However, their struggles in EPA per dropback allowed indicate issues in coverage. With Travis Kelce on the opposing team, this could pose a challenge for the Eagles.

Stat you need to know:

When the play is perfectly covered, how often do QBs either run for positive EPA or engineer a throw into an open window. The sum of these 2 is what we’ll call “create rate” (X axis) All the credit to @greerreNFL for this great idea pic.twitter.com/aNuUOcENFT

I love this chart because it shows how much Patrick Mahomes has had to create outside the structure of the offense this season.

Player in a smash spot:

Rashee Rice, the Chiefs rookie, has a great opportunity in this matchup based on the Eagles’ pass defense vulnerabilities. With an expanding role, Rice has the potential for a breakout game on Monday night.

ARIZONA CARDINALS at HOUSTON TEXANS

Despite previous expectations, the return of Kyler Murray and C.J. Stroud’s recent performance have made this an exciting matchup. Both teams have strong offensive players, making it a potentially high-scoring game.

Biggest Storyline:

Kyler Murray’s performance in his 2023 debut is a key storyline. His ability to elevate the offense will be crucial for the Cardinals.

Stat you need to know:

Trey McBride is second behind only Travis Kelce in yards per route run and targets per route run.

Player in a smash spot:

Arizona Cardinals’ defense vulnerabilities make this a perfect matchup to exploit for Houston Texans wide receivers.

NEW YORK JETS at BUFFALO BILLS

This critical AFC matchup has significant playoff implications for both teams. The pressure is on for the Bills to secure a playoff position.

Biggest Storyline:

The new Bills offensive coordinator is a key storyline, as it could impact the team’s performance moving forward.

Stat you need to know:

The New York Jets play Cover 1 on 26.4% of their defensive plays. Stefon Diggs is the only player on the team to average over two yards per route run against Cover 1.

Player in a smash spot:

Breece Hall has a favorable matchup against the Jets’ run defense, making him a player to watch in this game.

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TAMPA BAY BUCCANEERS at SAN FRANCISCO 49ERS

Biggest Storyline:

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ defensive volatility is a key storyline to watch in this game.

Stat you need to know:

Mike Evans is on pace for 1,400 yards and is 263 away from another 1,000-yard season.

Player in a smash spot:

Deebo Samuel has a favorable matchup against the Bucs’ zone coverage, making him a player to watch in this game.

PITTSBURGH STEELERS at CLEVELAND BROWNS

Biggest Storyline:

The post-Deshaun Watson world for Cleveland is a significant storyline, as the team navigates its offense without its starting quarterback.

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