Joe Flacco Fantasy Football Week 13 Scouting Report

Joe Flacco
QB
, Indianapolis Colts

Age: 39
Weight: 230 lbs
Height: 6' 6"
College: Delaware

ADP: 299
Depth Chart Ranking: 2

Pts	PaYds	PaTD	Int	RuYds
69.2	1167	9	5	25

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by Brandon Niles

· Jul 19, 2017 · 4:14 AM EDT

BAL QB Joe Flacco - 2017 Fantasy Football Outlook

Fantasy Upside

Joe Flacco posted career-highs in completions, attempts, completion percentage, and yards last season in his first year with Marty Mornhinweg as offensive coordinator. The Ravens should continue to throw the ball under Mornhinweg, and Flacco should benefit from the additions of Jeremy Maclin at wide receiver and the versatile Danny Woodhead in the backfield. The Ravens’ offensive line is a work in progress, but second-year starter Ronnie Stanley should be an anchor at left tackle, and Flacco shouldn’t have a hard time staying upright.

Fantasy Downside

Flacco has never been particularly consistent. His 20 touchdowns and 15 interceptions a year ago placed him 20th in the NFL in fantasy points among quarterbacks. While Stanley and guard Marshall Yanda are entrenched up front, the Ravens will have competition at center and at right tackle, which may affect the stability of his protection. Furthermore, the running game in Baltimore is a question mark. While Woodhead will help in the passing game, defenses won’t be loading the box or biting on play-action with Terrance West in the backfield. Flacco also suffered a back injury that may hobble him during the first couple games of the season.

2017 Bottom Line

Now entering his 10th season in the league, Flacco doesn’t hold a lot of surprises for fantasy owners. While his supporting cast is stronger than it’s been in recent years, there’s no reason to think he’ll suddenly catapult into QB1 status after so long in the league. Flacco will get some deep touchdowns that will help in quick-strike leagues, but overall, he’ll remain a middle-tier QB2 and should be drafted late or remain on waivers as a streaming option in most leagues.

by Brandon Niles

· Dec 29, 2016 · 7:04 PM EST

BAL QB Joe Flacco - Week 17, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 17 vs. Cincinnati

Joe Flacco had only 262 yards, a touchdown and a pick against the Steelers last week as the Ravens fell out of the playoff race. Baltimore had a rocky, up-and-down season, and Flacco still hasn’t developed into a consistent fantasy option, despite throwing for over 4,000 yard s for the first time in his career.

This week, Flacco will face an above average Cincinnati pass defense. While it’s always possible he could put up numbers for you, and he’s at least in little danger of getting benched during the game, there should be better options available to you on waivers.

by Brandon Niles

· Dec 22, 2016 · 12:42 PM EST

BAL QB Joe Flacco - Week 16, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 16 vs. Pittsburgh

Joe Flacco had two touchdowns and a pick to go with 206 yards in a narrow victory over the Eagles last week. Flacco continues to be an unreliable fantasy option. While he has the Ravens in playoff contention, his fantasy numbers have been largely underwhelming throughout most of the season.

This week, he’ll face a Steeler defense that is tied for sixth in the league in passing touchdowns allowed, and these Baltimore vs. Pittsburgh games tend to be pretty ugly, making it unlikely that Flacco puts up good numbers. Fantasy owners should look elsewhere for a streaming option this week.

by Brandon Niles

· Dec 14, 2016 · 7:44 PM EST

BAL QB Joe Flacco - Week 15, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 15 vs. Philadelphia

Joe Flacco had 324 yards and a pair of touchdowns against the Patriots on Monday night. He now has two consecutive 300+ yard games after having only two all season leading up to Week 13. Flacco has been underwhelming this season, but he’s someone you can plug into your lineup in most weeks and expect at least a couple hundred yards and a touchdown or two.

This week, Flacco faces a very average Philadelphia pass defense that ranks 13th in passing yards allowed but has been susceptible to big plays this year, giving up 7.7 yards per pass attempt this year, 28th in the league. Flacco has a strong arm and some speedy targets to throw to, giving him some upside. He’s too risky to count on in most leagues, but as a low-end streaming option in larger leagues or in 2QB formats, he’s worth considering.

by Brandon Niles

· Dec 07, 2016 · 7:21 PM EST

BAL QB Joe Flacco - Week 14, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 14 vs. New England

Joe Flacco had a huge game against the Dolphins last week, putting up 381 yards and four touchdowns to only one interception as the Ravens mopped the floor with the Dolphin defense. Baltimore is trying to stay in front in the AFC North division, and they’ll need Flacco to be productive in order to ensure a post-season berth.

This week, Flacco may struggle against a Patriot defense that ranks in the top-15 in passing yards and touchdowns allowed. While Flacco has had some success against New England in the past, it’s hard to bank on a guy that has been unreliable as a fantasy option this year, despite a nice outing a week ago. He should be considered a low-end QB2 at best and is probably better off on waivers.

by Brandon Niles

· Nov 30, 2016 · 6:43 PM EST

BAL QB Joe Flacco - Week 13, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 13 vs. Miami

Joe Flacco had only 234 yards, a touchdown and a pick against the Bengals last week despite facing a vulnerable pass defense. Flacco has the Ravens jockeying for a playoff spot, but that hasn’t translated into fantasy success as he ranks 13th in passing yards and a woeful tied for 23rd in passing touchdowns this season.

This week, Flacco faces a Dolphins defense that has looked better over the second half of the season but gave up three touchdowns to Colin Kaepernick last week. Miami’s season numbers are average to above-average across the board in pass defense, but Flacco wouldn’t be a very good option even if the matchup were better. Unless you’re in a 2QB league, Flacco should probably stay on waivers this week.

by Brandon Niles

· Nov 23, 2016 · 2:19 PM EST

BAL QB Joe Flacco - Week 12, 2016 Fantasy Football Outlook

Week 12 vs. Cincinnati

Joe Flacco had 269 yards and a touchdown against the Cowboys last week, not great numbers, but no turnovers. Flacco has not been a very steady fantasy producer this season, and while he’s always been inconsistent, he’s not even had the occasional big game in 2016.

This week, Flacco will face a Bengals pass defense that has allowed 19 touchdown passes this season, but it’s hard to trust him regardless of the matchup. In large 2QB leagues, he has some upside, but in most cases, owners should look elsewhere for QB help.