Green Bay Packers running back James Starks will not play against the Chicago Bears on Sunday due to a knee injury. Starks missed practice all week and did not play last week against the Detroit Lions.
James Starks injury update: RB out, Alex Green gets slight fantasy boost
Green Bay Packers running back James Starks will not play against the Bears on Sunday. We break down the fantasy implications.
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With Starks out, Alex Green will get the start at running back. Starks has only appeared in six games this season, with 255 yards and one touchdown.
Fantasy Impact: Starks is not a strong fantasy option even when healthy. The Packers running game is too unreliable to depend on anyone involved as a starter. Green had 13 carries for 69 yards against the Lions last week.
The Bears will pose a tough matchup for Green, who wouldn’t be a solid starter against a weaker team. In a pinch he can serve as a flex option.
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