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The Yahoo Sports Fantasy Football Week 15 RB Rankings for full-PPR scoring formats highlight Dallas Cowboys RB Rico Dowdle as a solid option due to his consistent performance and favorable matchup against the Carolina Panthers, who have struggled against opposing RBs this season. Despite playing on a struggling Dallas offense, Dowdle has managed to average 4.7 yards per rush attempt and could find success in Week 15 with the Panthers allowing a league-high 1,802 yards...

Arsenal missed a chance to close the gap on Liverpool in the Premier League after a goalless draw with Everton, with Arteta expressing disappointment in the lack of goals from open play. Odegaard missed a key opportunity, and Arteta defended his decision to substitute him. Despite dominating play, Arsenal struggled to find the net, leaving them six points behind Liverpool. Full Article

Liverpool twice came from behind to draw 2-2 with Fulham at Anfield, with goals from Cody Gakpo and Diogo Jota cancelling out strikes from Andreas Pereira and Rodrigo Muniz. Despite Andrew Robertson's early red card, Liverpool showed determination and control, with manager Arne Slot impressing with a solid game plan and player performances, notably Dominik Szoboszlai's standout display in midfield. Full Article

The San Francisco 49ers' 2024 season collapsed under the weight of postseason heartbreak, injuries, and poor performances, ultimately leading to their elimination from playoff contention with a 12-6 loss to the Los Angeles Rams. Head coach Kyle Shanahan took responsibility for the team's shortcomings, including a lackluster offensive effort, special teams errors, and a shocking refusal by linebacker De'Vondre Campbell Sr. to enter the game. The defeat highlighted the team's struggles throughout the season, marking...

In Week 15, fantasy football managers can exploit favorable RB matchups with Brian Robinson Jr. returning well-rested to face the Saints, Chuba Hubbard taking on the Cowboys in a strong matchup, Isiah Pacheco expected to see increased usage against the Browns, and Rico Dowdle set for a productive game against the Panthers with the Cowboys as one-point underdogs, making him a must-start option. Full Article

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