Thanksgiving Football Picks: Who to Start and Who to Bench

Thinking about which players to start and sit this Thanksgiving? Let's dive into some picks and predictions for fantasy football! Cooper Rush, the Cowboys' backup quarterback, has been catching attention lately. Even though he's not a superstar, he's been given more chances to throw, racking up over 600 yards and three touchdowns in the last two games. The Cowboys are facing the struggling Giants, who also have a backup QB. With a high team total and the Cowboys as favorites, Rush could be a solid choice. On the other hand, Tua Tagovailoa from the Dolphins might face a tougher time. The Packers have a solid defense against quarterbacks, and the temperature in Miami could drop to freezing. Tua hasn't performed well in colder weather, so you might want to think twice before starting him. Moving to running backs, Rico Dowdle from the Cowboys seems promising. He's been getting more carries and looks good against the Giants' defense, which isn't great at stopping runners. D'Andre Swift from the Bears, however, might not do so well. He's better when the Bears win, but they're big underdogs this week. Plus, he's not getting as many chances near the goal line, making it harder to score. For wide receivers, Jameson Williams from the Lions could be a diamond in the rough. The Bears have a strong defense but struggle with big gains. Williams is good at long passes and has been targeted often. DeAndre Hopkins from the Chiefs, though, might not have the best game. The Chiefs' offense hasn't been targeting him much, and he's not the top choice for passes. At tight end, Jonnu Smith from the Dolphins looks like a safe bet. Even if Tua struggles, Smith has been targeted a lot and plays well against the Packers, who aren't great at stops tight ends. Lastly, Sam LaPorta from the Lions isn't a top choice. He hasn't been getting many targets and is just a backup. So, who are you starting and sitting this Thanksgiving?