DeVonta Smith

Smith did not practice on Wednesday because of the back issue, but the team also listed it as a rest day. Unsurprisingly, it was just a maintenance day for the veteran wideout. He is good to go for Week 16. Coming off an 11/109/1 day versus the Steelers, Smith is climbing up the WR2 ranks as the fantasy season nears an end.

The Philadelphia Eagles' DeVonta Smith is among the players to target in fantasy football Week 16, whereas the San Francisco 49ers' Deebo Samuel is one to avoid.

Smith's "rest" designation is likely the thing we should pay attention to but his "back" designation is worth monitoring, just to be safe. Fantasy managers should tentatively expect Smith to play this week. His Thursday status will clarify things though.

Smith recorded 11 receptions on 12 targets for 109 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 27-13 win over the Steelers.

With Saquon Barkley on the sideline for a significant portion of the first half, Gainwell found himself in a lead role against one of the premiere defenses in the league. Gainwell turned his first three rush attempts into 16 yards, and reeled in a 16-yard reception in the second quarter on a drive that ended with a DeVonta Smith touchdown. Gainwell averaged an impressive 6.0 yards per touch in the victory, but should remain in his backup role in Week 16 against the Commanders if Barkley -- who finished out the game -- is healthy.