The Thursday Night Football showdown between the New York Jets and New England Patriots brings plenty of intrigue for fantasy managers in Week 11. The Patriots are tied for first in the conference behind Drake Maye’s MVP-caliber play this year. Meanwhile, the Jets are jumping right into their rebuild after trading their star players, but they beat the Browns last week. There are also multiple injuries to note heading into this matchup, including Garrett Wilson, Rhamondre Stevenson, and Kayshon Boutte. Below, I’ll explain who you can trust in your lineups, who should stay on the bench, and which players fall into that tricky gray area for Thursday night.
Lock Them into Your Lineup
- Drake Maye QB (NE)
Strong Starts
TreVeyon Henderson RB (NE)
TreVeyon Henderson has quickly established himself as a must-start option for fantasy football managers, thriving in Rhamondre Stevenson’s absence. After turning 15 touches into 150 yards and two touchdowns last week, Henderson’s 28-point breakout showed just how explosive the rookie can be. He dominated Tampa Bay with an 83% snap share and 147 rushing yards, the most the Buccaneers have allowed to a running back this year. His 55-yard touchdown run clocked the fifth-fastest speed among all ball carriers this season, per Next Gen Stats, proving his elite burst. With New England facing a Jets defense that has surrendered the ninth-most fantasy points to running backs over the last month, Henderson should continue his hot streak in Week 11.
Fantasy managers should confidently start Henderson in all formats as a clear RB1 this week. The Patriots are likely to control the game script, giving Henderson plenty of opportunities to rack up yardage and scoring chances. His combination of home-run speed and consistent workload gives him both a high floor and ceiling. The Jets have allowed seven different running backs to score at least 13.9 PPR points this season, making this an ideal matchup for his skill set. Henderson’s ability to produce both on the ground and through the air makes him one of the safest fantasy starts for Week 11.
Stefon Diggs WR (NE)
Stefon Diggs should be locked into fantasy football lineups as a start this week, given his consistent production and growing chemistry with Drake Maye in the red zone. Diggs leads the Patriots in targets by a significant margin and has scored in three straight games, showing he remains the focal point of New England’s passing attack. He’s seen strong red-zone usage, with five targets inside the 20 since Week 6, and now faces a Jets secondary that has struggled against perimeter receivers. With over 50 receptions and 400 yards on the year, Diggs’ steady involvement makes him one of the most dependable WR2s heading into Week 11.
In a matchup against the Jets’ inconsistent coverage unit, Diggs projects as a top-20 wide receiver in all scoring formats. The biggest concerns for the veteran wide receiver are the lack of yards heading into the matchup. He has failed to top 70 yards in five straight weeks, but this is the matchup he should excel in. Analytically, he ranks 20th in fantasy points per target and 5th in EPA, which should excel against the 8th-worst pass defense EPA. Fantasy managers should confidently start Diggs, as his recent scoring streak and good matchup point towards another strong performance.
Players to Sit
Justin Fields QB (NYJ)
Justin Fields has been one of the more frustrating fantasy football quarterbacks this season, and he remains a firm sit for Week 11. Over his last four games, Fields has posted fewer than eight fantasy points in three of them, a sign of how limited the Jets’ offensive ceiling has become. He’s failed to reach even 60 passing yards in multiple contests and remains overly dependent on his rushing ability for fantasy success. Unfortunately, the Patriots have allowed the sixth-fewest rushing yards to quarterbacks this season and only one rushing touchdown, capping his upside. With Garrett Wilson sidelined due to a knee injury, Fields’ already depleted receiving corps offers little help in turning things around.
Fantasy managers should bench Fields in all single-quarterback leagues and consider him only as a desperation play in Superflex formats. The Patriots’ top-ranked run defense will likely force him to win from the pocket, an area where he’s struggled significantly this year. His inconsistent passing and declining designed rush attempts make him an unreliable fantasy option. With New York’s offense failing to generate consistent scoring drives, Fields’ floor is dangerously low. He’s better left on the bench until the Jets’ offense shows some sign of life.
Hunter Henry TE (NE)
Hunter Henry has fallen out of fantasy relevance after a hot start to the season, making him a clear sit in Week 11. Since Week 3, he has reached double-digit fantasy points just once and has scored a single-digit total in six consecutive games. He’s seen six or more targets in a game only once since September, as the Patriots’ offense has shifted its focus toward Stefon Diggs, Kayshon Boutte, and Mack Hollins. His usage has plummeted, with multiple games featuring just one reception, and his red-zone involvement has nearly disappeared. Facing a Jets defense that has held tight ends to the 13th-fewest PPR points, Henry lacks both opportunity and matchup advantage.
Fantasy managers should sit Henry this week unless they’re desperate for a touchdown-dependent option. Although the Jets have allowed two multi-touchdown tight end performances in recent weeks, Henry’s role in the offense has been too inconsistent to trust. His chemistry with Drake Maye has faded since early in the season, and his snap share continues to decline. Henry’s ceiling appears limited to 25–30 yards unless he finds the end zone, which is far from guaranteed. In a week where reliable tight end production is scarce, Henry is better left on the bench.
Mason Taylor TE (NYJ)
Mason Taylor has shown flashes of upside, but his inconsistency makes him a risky start in Week 11. The Jets’ tight end has recorded one reception or fewer in four of his nine games this year, and last week’s four-yard outing against the Browns was another disappointment. Although he produced a strong stretch in Weeks 3–5 with 18 receptions and 150 yards, that momentum has completely stalled in recent weeks. Facing a Patriots defense that has allowed the 21st-fewest fantasy points to tight ends, Taylor’s outlook is bleak. Even though the Patriots did give up a big game to Cade Otton last week, Taylor’s limited role and the Jets’ offensive struggles make it hard to trust him.
Fantasy managers should sit Taylor across all formats this week. The Jets’ passing attack has been one of the least efficient in the NFL, and Taylor’s usage trends don’t suggest a breakout is coming. His target volume has fallen sharply, and the offense doesn’t create enough scoring opportunities for him to capitalize. Unless the Jets unexpectedly fall behind early and lean on short passing, Taylor’s fantasy output will likely remain near the bottom of the tight end ranks. His floor is too low to warrant starting consideration.
Demario Douglas WR (NE)
Demario Douglas enters Week 11 as a recommended sit, having struggled to maintain consistency in New England’s evolving offense. Through ten games, Douglas has just 20 receptions for 296 yards and three touchdowns, and his role continues to diminish. His snap share has declined recently, and he has seen his target share dip to 12% while Stefon Diggs and Mack Hollins dominate the passing workload. With 76% of his snaps coming from the slot, Douglas faces an unfavorable matchup against a Jets defense that ranks among the best at limiting production from slot receivers. His projected output of roughly four fantasy points makes him a risky play even in deeper leagues.
Fantasy managers should sit Douglas this week, especially given his volatile production. While his yards per reception remain strong and his speed offers big-play potential, the lack of consistent volume severely caps his upside. The Patriots’ offensive balance and Maye’s growing chemistry with other receivers have pushed Douglas into a complementary role. Even in PPR formats, he’s failed to provide a reliable floor, recording under four points in half his games this season. Until he reclaims a larger target share, Douglas should remain on fantasy benches.
Other options to consider sitting:
- Kyle Williams WR (NE)
- Isaiah Davis RB (NYJ)
- Every Jets receiver
On the Fence
Breece Hall RB (NYJ)
Breece Hall continues to be a difficult evaluation for fantasy football managers heading into Week 11. The Jets’ offense has been chaotic, yet Hall remains a bright spot with three touchdowns over the past two games and consistent volume exceeding 20 touches in most weeks. He ranks RB16 in fantasy points per game despite the inefficiency of the Jets’ offensive line. However, a matchup against the Patriots’ elite run defense could limit his rushing output. New England allows the fewest fantasy points per game to running backs and ranks among the top three in yards per carry allowed, creating a tough road ahead for Hall.
Fantasy managers face a true start/sit dilemma with Hall this week. His receiving usage, ranking top five among running backs in targets and routes run, gives him PPR value even in negative game scripts. If the Jets fall behind, Hall could still salvage a double-digit performance through check-downs and short receptions. However, touchdown dependency and offensive stagnation against a tough run defense make him risky. Hall should be viewed as a low-end RB2 or flex play this week, with volume keeping him relevant but matchup concerns capping his ceiling.
Mack Hollins WR (NE)
Mack Hollins is an intriguing fantasy football option in Week 11 and falls firmly into the “on the fence” category. With Kayshon Boutte sidelined, Hollins stepped up last week, posting six receptions for 106 yards on ten targets, his best performance of the season. Over the last three games, he’s totaled 15 catches for 204 yards, emerging as a steady secondary option behind Stefon Diggs. The Jets’ defense ranks near the bottom of the league in passing DVOA and has given up plenty of big plays, aligning well with Hollins’ deep-threat role. However, his boom-or-bust history, including six games with two or fewer receptions, keeps his floor low.
Fantasy managers should view Hollins as a risky flex play with legitimate upside in Week 11. His 78% catch rate and growing chemistry with Drake Maye make him an intriguing sleeper in deeper formats. Since Boutte remains out, Hollins could see enough volume to crack the WR3 conversation. Still, his reliance on chunk plays rather than consistent targets introduces volatility. Managers in need of upside can take the risk, but those preferring safety should consider sitting him until his role stabilizes.
