Week 16 at Washington Redskins
Eli Manning had 283 yards and a pair of touchdowns in a win over the Dolphins last week, but he also threw three interceptions. Manning has always been inconsistent throughout his career, and old age has certainly not made his play any less erratic. Washington hasn’t been terrible on defense this season despite a dismal record, and they actually rank 11th in aFPA to opposing quarterbacks this season, making Eli a bad start in even deep leagues. He should be left on waivers in most formats.
Update: Daniel Jones is set to start. Eli shouldn't have been in your lineup anyway, but if he was, be sure to swap him out.
Week 15 vs. Miami Dolphins
Eli Manning came back to the starting lineup last week against the Eagles to fill in for the injured Daniel Jones and threw for 203 yards and a pair of touchdowns in a close defeat. Manning completed just 50% of his passes but he didn’t throw an interception and connected well with rookie Darius Slayton. This week, Manning has a great matchup against the Dolphins, but he’s always been so erratic it’s hard to trust him. He should be considered a last-resort option in all leagues, even those that allow two quarterbacks in your lineup.
Week 14 at Philadelphia Eagles
Eli Manning will get the start with Daniel Jones ailing, but he's still not a worthwhile fantasy option, even in most 2QB leagues. He's facing an Eagles defense that ranks 13th in aFPA to opposing quarterbacks this year and has always been pretty erratic, especially in recent years. Eli has the ability to put up volume, but expecting it is a lot to ask and fantasy owners should look elsewhere if possible.
Week 17 vs. Dallas Cowboys
Eli Manning had 309 yards, a touchdown and a pick last week against the Colts. It was only his fourth game over 300 yards this season, and while he added a rushing touchdown, it was his 10th game this year with one or fewer passing touchdowns. Manning has been disappointing as a fantasy option all season, and there’s no reason to think he’ll finish strong against the Cowboys this week. Dallas has allowed the ninth-fewest fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks this year. Manning should remain on waivers in all league formats during what could be his final game as a Giant.
Week 16 at Indianapolis Colts
Eli Manning struggled against the Titans last week, throwing for 229 yards and an interception in a shutout loss. Manning hasn’t put up good fantasy numbers all year, and there’s no reason to expect that to change over the final two games of the season, regardless of matchup. Fantasy owners in all league formats should leave Manning on waivers for the rest of the year.
Week 15 vs. Tennessee Titans
Eli Manning has helped the Giants to wins in four of the last five games, but his fantasy value remains limited. The Giants are playing good defense and ball-control offense, with Manning averaging only 216.6 yards and two touchdown passes during the last five games. There’s no reason to think that will change this week against the Titans, making Manning a risky option in all league formats, with limited fantasy value outside of very deep, two-quarterback leagues.
Week 14 at Washington Redskins
Eli Manning got the win against the Bears last week, but he only managed 170 yards, a touchdown and a pick as the Giants leaned on a defensive touchdown and gadget plays to outscore Chicago. Manning has been a terrible fantasy option all season and there’s no reason to expect a good performance in any given week, regardless of matchup. Washington has some talent on the defensive side of the ball, and Manning should remain on waivers in all league formats.
Week 13 vs. Chicago Bears
Eli Manning threw for 297 yards, a touchdown and a pick in a nail-biting loss to the Eagles last week. Manning has only eclipsed 300 yards passing once this season, and he’s averaging only 1.3 touchdown passes per game. While he’s only thrown seven interceptions, his lack of production overshadows any efficiency he’s shown. Regardless of matchup, Manning is hard to trust in most fantasy leagues, and that goes double against the Bears this week. He should stay on waivers.
Week 12 at Philadelphia Eagles
Eli Manning threw for 231 yards and a pair of touchdowns against the Buccaneers last week, a fine outing but far less than the matchup suggested. Manning has thrown five touchdowns and zero interceptions in back-to-back wins against lower-tier opponents, providing some optimism for fantasy owners needing help at the position to close out the season.
This week, Manning will face a Jekyll and Hyde Eagles defense that has shown the ability to dominate at times this season, but was absolutely torched by the Saints last week. A tough defensive line may be too much for the Giants to handle, making Eli a risky option this week. Outside of 2QB leagues, Manning should probably remain on waivers.
Week 11 vs. Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Eli Manning got his second win of the season Monday night against the 49ers, throwing for three touchdowns and no interceptions. While he only had 188 yards, it was good to see him connecting with star receiver Odell Beckham Jr. for a pair of touchdowns after only two such connections over the first eight games of the year.
This week, Manning has some upside against the Buccaneers. Only the Saints and the Bengals are allowing more fantasy points per game to opposing quarterbacks this season, and while they held Alex Smith in check last week, expect better things from Manning and his weapons. Manning is too risky to bank on in traditional leagues, but for fantasy owners with bye week issues or in two-quarterback or superflex leagues, he’s worth considering.
