With the news that the Denver Broncos will be without starting quarterback Trevor Siemian this weekend because of a foot injury, the team will turn to rookie Paxton Lynch for the second time this season.
Fantasy football start/sit advice, Week 13: Paxton Lynch is not worth a start
Denver’s rookie quarterback gets an opportunity to start this weekend due to an injury to the team’s starter. We explore the fantasy implications.
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Lynch started under center for the Broncos in the team’s Week 5 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. Denver’s rookie quarterback finished that game with 223 passing yards, one touchdown, and one interception.
Fantasy Impact: For any fantasy owners thinking that Lynch has a chance for a big game this weekend, they should think again. The Broncos and their rookie quarterback will be facing the Jacksonville Jaguars and their impressive pass defense on Sunday.
In 2016, the Jaguars are giving up the ninth fewest fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks. Only one player from the position group has finished a game against Jacksonville this season with 300 or more passing yards.
Based on this matchup and his experience level in the NFL, starting Lynch would not be the greatest of decisions for fantasy owners this week.
