Russell Gage

Week 17 at Tampa Bay Buccaneers
In Week 16, Gage played 51% of snaps, finished with five receptions on six targets for 49 scoreless yards, 49 air yards, 13% of the team targets, and 13% of the team air yards.

The Falcons are out of the playoff picture but they were essentially out of the picture after a 1-7 start to their season. Monitor Week 17 news closely, but the Falcons are planning on playing their starters at the time of writing this blurb. It is unknown how long the starters will play but the starters could play the majority of the game if it stays competitive. This matchup has one of the highest over/unders (48) of the week.

Tampa Bay’s defense is third-worst against wide receivers, per our signature schedule-adjusted fantasy points allowed metric. 4for4’s rankings expert, John Paulsen, has Gage ranked as a half PPR WR4. Gage is a risky start but does have a plus matchup in the final week of the season.

Week 15 at San Francisco 49ers
In Week 14, Gage played 51% of snaps, finished with two receptions on four targets for 17 scoreless yards, 19 air yards, 12% of the team targets, and 6% of the team air yards.

Gage should see his usage increase since Calvin Ridley has been ruled out for the rest of the season. However, Gage is in a difficult road matchup against the 49ers who are seventh-best against wide receivers, per our signature schedule-adjusted fantasy points allowed metric. 4for4’s rankings expert, John Paulsen, has Gage ranked as the half PPR WR59. Better streaming options should be available for semifinal matchups.

Week 13 vs. New Orleans Saints
In Week 12, Gage played 74% of snaps, finished with eight receptions on ten targets for 76 scoreless yards, 76 air yards, 18% of the team targets, and 14% of the team air yards.

The Saints are third-best against wide receivers, per our signature schedule-adjusted fantasy points allowed metric. 4for4’s rankings expert, John Paulsen, has Gage ranked as a low-end half PPR WR4. Austin Hooper will remain sidelined with a knee injury and Julio Jones missed practice on Monday and Tuesday. Monitor Julio’s injury status closely because Gage’s usage would increase if Julio is ruled out.