The Minnesota Vikings are struggling mightily, especially on offense.
Fantasy football start/sit advice, Week 13: Adam Thielen a tricky call vs. Cowboys
Adam Thielen has become a solid receiver for the Vikings and fantasy owners.
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But amid their five losses in six games, Adam Thielen has become a bright spot for a Vikings receiver group that is a major concern.
In 11 games this season, Thielen has caught 45 passes for 571 yards and three scores. He has caught 16 balls for 139 yards and two scores over the last three games.
Thielen could be in for another solid outing when Minnesota hosts the Dallas Cowboys this week. Dallas may have the NFL’s best record, but they have allowed a lot of receivers to have big games at their expense.
Thielen is even more of an attractive fantasy play if Stefon Diggs (questionable with knee injury) does not play. That would make Thielen the No. 1 receiver vs. a Cowboys defense that struggles vs. receivers.
Fantasy Impact: Yahoo! ranks Thielen as the 51st-best receiver for Week 13. He faces a Cowboys defense allowing the eighth-most fantasy points to receivers this season.
If Diggs is active, kep Thielen on the bench this week. If Diggs is inactive, Thielen is worth a start.
