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Jackson did not practice all week but will play against the Saints. Rams declared QB Stetson Bennett, RB Cody Schrader, OLB Brennan Jackson, OL Dylan McMahon, and OL Warren McClendon Jr. inactive for Week 13 against the Saints. The Rams are getting healthier on the offensive line and have more healthy scratches than injury issues this week.

Stafford and the Rams offense got off to a molasses-like slow start against the Saints. Having completed just 4-of-10 passes in the first half, Stafford had an improved second half, tossing both of his touchdowns with under 16 minutes left in the game. He connected with Demarcus Robinson and Puka Nacua for short-yardage scores and showed his usual, collected self as the Rams scored all of their 21 points in the second half to win. A tough Bills matchup is on the horizon for Week 14; Stafford will be in the QB2 ranks for fantasy.

Carr had an inefficient day, struggling to push the ball downfield in an increasingly banged-up Saints offense. He averaged five yards per attempt, with a flurry of short completions to Alvin Kamara and Taysom Hill. His sole touchdown pass was the longest completion of the day, connecting on a 28-yard score to Marquez Valdes-Scantling. The Saints had a chance to tie on 4th-and-3 late in the fourth quarter but Carr was hit on a throw and the ball fell incomplete to seal the game for the Rams. He’s not the most exciting fantasy play, but Carr will be a top-20 quarterback option Week 14 against the Giants.

Active for the first time since Week 8 after being sidelined with a groin injury, Fant posted his standard 2024 statline. Fant at least has a floor, but it has been accompanied by zero ceiling this season. He’s an “if you have to” option in the TE18-24 range.

Ray’s injury was not immediately apparent. He remained down after a run play for some time and his stride appeared labored as he exited the field. Ray is notably playing with a large, round cast encompassing his right hand.

Lockett has now been held to 20-or-fewer yards in four of his past five appearances. Long one of the league’s ageless wonders, Lockett has now fallen miles behind DK Metcalf and Jaxon Smith-Njigba for targets relevance. Lockett is waiver wire fodder for the season’s stretch run.

The 49ers remain shorthanded, most notably along the edges of both lines with Trent Williams and Nick Bosa out. The 49ers head to the east coast in desperate need of a win after the Seahawks secured a victory and with the Rams leading late in their Week 13 game.

Smith-Njigba got out-targeted 9-4 by DK Metcalf, though he out-gained his veteran teammate 74-66. Metcalf also re-tweaked his knee, though he remained in the game. The Seahawks still can’t quite figure out what they want from their second-year wideout, but he’s now posted at least 69 yards in five consecutive contests. Hopefully that elevated floor will be accompanied by more spiked weeks down the stretch. The Cardinals aren’t a bad Week 14 matchup. JSN went 6/77/1 in the sides’ first meeting in Week 12.

Coleman will miss his third straight game while Kincaid will miss his second straight against the reeling 49ers. The Bills are coasting towards another AFC East title but need a win to remain within striking distance of the Conference-leading Chiefs.

Hill took a helmet to the knee on a fourth quarter run and was unable to get up after the play. He was carted to the locker room and fantasy managers can assume he will be out for the rest of the game. At the time of his exit, Hill had caught 5-of-7 targets for 37 yards, adding five carries for 10 yards. If this turns out to be a long-term injury, it will be a big loss for the Saints offense, which was playing the all-round utilityman at tight end and in the backfield with several key injuries on offense already.

London’s nine catches were his second most of the season, though he was held below 100 yards for the 11th time in 12 appearances. The nine grabs were also something of a miracle with Kirk Cousins exuding “washed” vibes as he tossed four horrid picks. London’s floor and volume have been reasonable this season, but ceiling does not seem particularly likely for Week 14 against the Vikings.