Calvin Johnson, Matthew Stafford, Golden Tate's Post-Week 12 Fantasy Reaction

Golden Tate has definitely found a home in Detroit. And he should have found a home in your fantasy starting lineup, too. 

For the sixth time in his last eight games, Tate reached double-digit fantasy points, establishing himself as a weekly WR2. Even with Calvin Johnson back in the fold, Tate has proven to be the Lions' most consistent offensive player.      

Player	Receptions	Receiving Yards	Targets	Rushes	Rush Yards	TD	Fantasy Points
Golden Tate	4	97	11	1	13	0	10
Calvin Johnson	4	58	10	0	0	0	5

Frankly, he's been the one player in Detroit's erratic passing attack you can really trust this season. While Calvin Johnson still has far more upside, his series of injuries this season has made him a riskier player to own than in years past. He'll remain a WR1 every time he steps on the field, but his owners have to be disappointed with the return they've gotten on their investment thus far.

Completions	Attempts	Yards	TD	INT	Fantasy Points
18	46	264	0	1	9

You can double the disappointment for Matt Stafford owners. He's scored 20 or more fantasy points just twice. He's scored 15 or more fantasy points just five times. Sure, Stafford was always a bit erratic for fantasy owners, but there were always far more highs than lows.

This season, that has been reversed. At this point, he's nothing more than a QB2 with QB1 upside. Until he starts reaching that upside, keep him on your bench. 

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