Fantasy owners shouldn't worry about Nick Foles
I hear it through my computer screen.
That's some weeping for fantasy football owners who made it to the postseason with Carson Wentz or some of his talented Philadelphia Eagles teammates.
If you're a Wentz owner, of course that's valid. The sleeper-turned-gem was probably a huge reason why you're in the playoffs. Hopefully, you have a solid backup on your team who can pick up the slack.
But what if you own Alshon Jeffery or Zach Ertz or Jay Ajayi? I'm here to tell you to not be so worried - don't go benching any of them in your must-win games. Here are a few reasons why:
1. Wentz and Nick Foles aren't that dissimilar
This Pro Football Focus chart proves some of that:
2. Ajayi might pick up more work now
At least that's what Malcolm Jenkins thinks:
What's funny is the Eagles already have the second-most rushing attempts in the NFL.
3. Foles looked pretty good filling in on Sunday
Check out this throw:
Or this one:
Part of this is that the scheme and the offensive line gave Wentz a boost. The same will go for Foles.
4. The Eagles have a sweet schedule coming up
They'll head to New Jersey to face the hapless Giants and then host a Raiders team that just gave up 26 points to the Chiefs. Those are two spots where Jeffery, Ertz and Nelson Agholor could thrive.
So don't lose faith if you own any of those guys. A fantasy championship is still possible.
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