Luther Bearden III (ankle) will play in Week 17 at San Francisco after missing Week 16 against Green Bay, and I like him as a borderline starter in all leagues. He has a chance to make a big play against the 49ers.
Reem Odunze (leg) is out again and Burden will play a larger role alongside DJ Moore. The last time we saw Bearden before he missed the Packers game, he had an outstanding performance against Cleveland in Week 15, making six catches for 84 yards on seven targets in just over half.
Bearden also played well in Week 14 in Green Bay, making four catches for 67 yards on six targets in what should be a high-scoring game against the 49ers. San Francisco has allowed 19 receivers to score at least 11.2 PPR points this season, including Alec Pierce and Josh Downs in Week 16.
I still like DJ Moore, Chicago's best receiver, and he's scored at least 21.9 PPR points in two straight games and three of his last five. Moore should be trusted as the No. 2 fantasy wide receiver in all leagues.
But Burden will be right behind Moore and I expect Burden to play well in this game. He has a chance to help a lot of Fantasy managers in Week 17.
Week 17 Sleepers
Defense/Special Teams
- Chargers (vs. HOU)
- Jaguars (in IND)
- Saints (in TEN)
Kicker
- Eddie Pineiro (vs. CHI)
- Cam Little (in IND)
- Borregals (in New York)
