Maurice Jones-Drew, Jacksonville Jaguars RB, Hurt In Fantasy NFL Week 17 Fallers

For most fantasy players, the season is over.

For some others, there is still a finale week to be played to determine the league championship. With only a few teams left in the playoff hunt, which players will be sitting for the finale?

Which players should fantasy owners avoid heading into Week 17?

Maurice Jones-Drew and Calvin Johnson, two of the top fantasy players this season, are battling injuries. Will they suit up or sit down?

Greg Olsen, Chicago Bears TE

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CHICAGO - DECEMBER 12: Greg Olsen #82 of the Chicago Bears waits on the sidelines for the final seconds of a game against the New England Patriots at Soldier Field on December 12, 2010 in Chicago, Illinois. The Patriots defeated the Bears 36-7. (Photo by

Olsen is actually one of the most gifted receiving tight ends in the league. Most wouldn’t know, though.

Olsen has five touchdowns on the season, but Jay Cutler has shown improved chemistry with his wide receivers in recent weeks.

As the Bears head into the postseason, it is more important for Cutler to continue improving the rapport with his receivers than force-feeding Olsen the ball.

Last Week’s Falling TE in Week 16

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NEW ORLEANS, LA - OCTOBER 31: Jeremy Shockey #88 of the New Orleans Saints is tackled by Troy Polamalu #43 of the Pittsburgh Steelers at the Louisiana Superdome on October 31, 2010 in New Orleans, Louisiana. (Photo by Matthew Sharpe/Getty Images)

Jeremy Shockey, NO: 1 reception, 12 yards.

Other Notable Performances and Notes

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EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - NOVEMBER 28: Marcedes Lewis #89 of the Jacksonville Jaguars tries to break out of a tackle against the New York Giants at New Meadowlands Stadium on November 28, 2010 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Ima

Benjamin Watson, CLE: 3 receptions, 22 yards.

John Carlson, SEA: 3 receptions, 27 yards.

Anthony Fasano, MIA: 2 receptions, 31 yards.

Marcedes Lewis, JAX: 3 receptions, 37 yards.

Joel Dreessen, HOU: 3 receptions, 33 yards.

Jon Kitna, Dallas Cowboys QB

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GLENDALE, AZ - DECEMBER 25: Quarterback Jon Kitna #3 of the Dallas Cowboys calls a play during the NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium on December 25, 2010 in Glendale, Arizona. The Cardinals defeated the Cowboys 2

Kitna had a nice stretch under Jason Garrett.

However, a player’s true colors will always shine through at some point. Kitna was pulled against Arizona after he threw two pick-sixes in the first half.

Expect Stephen McGee to start against the Philadelphia Eagles Week 17.

Last Week’s Falling QB in Week 16

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GLENDALE, AZ - DECEMBER 12: Quarterback Kyle Orton #8 of the Denver Broncos stands on the sideline during the NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals at the University of Phoenix Stadium on December 12, 2010 in Glendale, Arizona. The Cardinals defeated the

Kyle Orton, DEN: Did not play (shoulder).

Other Notable Performances and Notes

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GREEN BAY, WI - DECEMBER 26: Eli Manning #10 of the New York Giants throws against the Green Bay Packers at Lambeau Field on December 26, 2010 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Matthew Stockman/Getty Images)

Ryan Fitzpatrick, BUF: 18-for-37 (48.6 completion percentage), 251 yards, 3 INT.

Eli Manning, NYG: 17-for-33 (51.5 completion percentage), 301 yards, 2 TD, 4 INT.

Jimmy Clausen, CAR: 10-for-23 (43.5 completion percentage), 72 yards, INT.

Colt McCoy, CLE: 15-for-29 (51.7 completion percentage), 149 yards, 3 INT.

Troy Smith, SF: 7-for-19 (36.8 completion percentage), 153 yards, TD, INT.

Calvin Johnson, Detroit Lions WR

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TAMPA, FL - DECEMBER 19: Receiver Calvin Johnson #81 of the Detroit Lions runs through the tackle of defensive back E.J. Biggers #31 of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers during the game at Raymond James Stadium on December 19, 2010 in Tampa, Florida. (Photo by J

Calvin Johnson had one of the best fantasy seasons of any receiver in the game.

He has been rather mum the past two games though. He was bothered Week 16 by an ankle injury. Head coach Jim Schwartz is being coy regarding Johnson’s status for Week 17.

Keep your eye on Megatron.

Last Week’s Falling WR in Week 16

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CINCINNATI, OH - DECEMBER 05: Terrell Owens #81 of the Cincinnati Bengals runs with the ball during the NFL game against the New Orleans Saints at Paul Brown Stadium on December 5, 2010 in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Saints won 34-30. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Ge

Terrell Owens, CIN: Did not play, on injured reserve (knee).

Other Notable Performances and Notes

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GLENDALE, AZ - NOVEMBER 14: Wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald #11 of the Arizona Cardinals walks off the field after the game with the Seattle Seahawks at University of Phoenix Stadium on November 14, 2010 in Glendale, Arizona. Seattle won 36-18. (Photo by

Larry Fitzgerald, ARZ: 1 reception, 26 yards.

Mike Sims-Walker, JAX: 1 reception, 31 yards.

Anquan Boldin, BAL: 2 receptions, 15 yards.

Reggie Wayne, IND: 3 receptions, 40 yards.

Hines Ward, PIT: 3 receptions, 38 yards.

Maurice Jones-Drew, Jacksonville Jaguars RB

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JACKSONVILLE, FL - DECEMBER 26: Maurice Jones-Drew #32 of the Jacksonville Jaguars watches the action during the game against the Washington Redskins at EverBank Field on December 26, 2010 in Jacksonville, Florida. (Photo by Sam Greenwood/Getty Images)

Jones-Drew picked up the pace over the past month, which was a pleasant surprise since he wore down late last year.

He was forced to miss the Week 16 contest against the Washington Redskins despite playoff hopes still in sight. The Jaguars enter Week 17 with the same opportunity, as they need to beat Houston and hope for Tennessee to beat Indianapolis.

It remains to be seen, though, if Jones-Drew will participate in the game.

Last Week’s Falling RB in Week 16

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DENVER - DECEMBER 26: Running back Knowshon Moreno #27 of the Denver Broncos warms up prior to facing the Houston Texas at INVESCO Field at Mile High on December 26, 2010 in Denver, Colorado. The Broncos defeated the Texans 24-23. (Photo by Doug Pensing

Knowshon Moreno, DEN: 7 carries, 19 yards, 1 reception, 22 yards.

Other Notable Performances and Notes

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CLEVELAND - DECEMBER 26: Tailback Peyton Hillis #40 of the Cleveland Browns runs the ball by linebacker Terrell Suggs #55 of the Baltimore Ravens at Cleveland Browns Stadium on December 26, 2010 in Cleveland, Ohio. (Photo by Matt Sullivan/Getty Images)

Peyton Hillis, CLE: 12 carries, 35 yards, 1 reception, 5 yards.

Beanie Wells, ARI: 11 carries, 47 yards.

Chris Johnson, TEN: 14 carries, 58 yards.

Marshawn Lynch, SEA: 14 carries, 53 yards.

Brian Westbrook, SF: 10 carries, 40 yards, 2 receptions, 3 yards.