Marvin Jones thigh injury keeping him out of fantasy lineups for Week 13

Despite every attempt at being on the field Week 13, Detroit Lions wide receiver Marvin Jones will miss the game against the New Orleans Saints, according to ESPN Staff Writer Michael Rothstein, Jones’ injured thigh just is not up to par leading to his inactive status. His absence will cause the Lions to change their offensive game plan a bit. Missing the reliable production of Jones will require receivers like Golden Tate and Andre Roberts to step up for Matthew Stafford and the Detroit Lions offense. To keep up with the big play abilities of the New Orleans Saints, the Lions will need all hands on deck to keep their playoff hopes alive.

Fantasy Implications: Jones missing Week 13 has forced his fantasy owners to seek out alternatives for his consistent production. Waiver wire or bench options will have to be a stop gap before Jones returns for owners heading into the playoffs.