At 36-years-old, not much was expected of San Diego Chargers tight end Antonio Gates heading into the 2016 season. But even at his age, one of the game’s best tight ends ever is still finding ways to produce for his team this year.
Fantasy football start/sit advice, Week 12: Antonio Gates may cool down this weekend
San Diego’s veteran tight end is facing a tough Texans defense on Sunday. We explore the fantasy implications.
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During the last four weeks, Gates has 18 catches for 209 yards and three touchdowns on 37 targets.
Fantasy Impact: On Sunday, the Chargers’ tight end will be matching up against a Houston Texans defense that has performed well against his position group this season.
The Texans are giving up the fourth fewest fantasy points per game to opposing tight ends in 2016. No player from the position group has gained over 80 receiving yards during a game this season against Houston’s defense.
Yahoo! is actually projecting Gates to finish his day on Sunday with four catches for 44 yards and one touchdown. He could still end up being a solid option for fantasy owners this week, but starting a tight end with a better matchup may actually be a better idea.
