Blaine Gabbert

Week 15 at Washington

Blaine Gabbert and the rest of the Cardinals offense struggled heavily last week against the Titans. Gabbert finished the game with only 178 yards on 26 passing attempts, and he was sacked 8 times. While Washington just gave up 319 yards and a pair of touchdowns to Philip Rivers and the Chargers last week, there should be better options available than Gabbert in most fantasy leagues. In a good matchup, he has some low-end QB2 potential, but in most leagues, he should be left on waivers.

Week 13 vs. Los Angeles Rams

Blaine Gabbert has played pretty well the past couple of weeks as the starter in Arizona. After throwing 3 touchdown passes against the Texans in his first start as a Cardinal, Gabbert threw two more last week in an upset victory over the Jaguars. Gabbert has thrown 3 picks in his two starts, but is moving the ball effectively and has shown some upside for the rest of the season.

This may not be the best week to rely on Gabbert, however, as he’ll face a tough divisional opponent in the Rams. Los Angeles has allowed the fifth-fewest fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks this year. Gabbert has some upside with how he’s been playing and the weapons he has in the Arizona offense, but fantasy owners should look elsewhere this week if possible.

Week 11 at Houston Texans

Blaine Gabbert hasn’t done much during his career, and there isn’t any reason to assume he’s going to turn things around in his first start with the Cardinals. However, there is some reason for hope. Gabbert is on easily the most talented team he’s ever been on, with several excellent options in the passing game. Additionally, he’s facing a Texans defense that has been decimated by injuries this year and has allowed more points per game to opposing teams than anyone outside of Indianapolis.

I’m not saying to trust Gabbert. But if you’re feeling a little crazy, and you are desperately in need of a streaming option, Gabbert has some very risky boom/bust upside.