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Fantasy analyst Andy Behrens discusses the impact of six teams on bye in Week 12, creating a fantasy nightmare due to missing key players. Despite the chaos, the second-wave of pickups presents a great opportunity as notable players like Kirk Cousins, Keenan Allen, and Travis Etienne Jr. were dropped by over 3,000 managers. This week provides a prime opportunity for fantasy managers to dumpster dive and find valuable additions to their rosters. Full Article

Your donation to The Independent supports their investigative reporting on important issues like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech. They provide unbiased coverage and do not restrict access with paywalls, ensuring quality journalism for all. In the upcoming Davis Cup final, Italy will face the Netherlands, with world number one Jannik Sinner leading Italy's defense of their title against the surprise package of the Netherlands, who have defeated strong opponents to reach the final....

In a high-stakes Big Ten matchup, the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes face the undefeated No. 5 Indiana Hoosiers, with a spot in the conference title game and a higher College Football Playoff seed at stake. The Hoosiers, 10-0 for the first time in school history, are a surprise team but have yet to face a ranked opponent. Ohio State aims to secure a rematch with No. 1 Oregon by overcoming Indiana's high-scoring offense, setting...

Professional video game streamer Jordan Woodruff uses a backlit keyboard in his Gilbert home. Team Falcons and Crazy Raccoon both swept their opponents to advance to the upper bracket final of the Overwatch Champions Series 2024 Finals in Stockholm, with Toronto Defiant also moving on to the lower-bracket final after defeating Twisted Minds and NRG Shock. The tournament features a double-elimination format, with matches transitioning to best-of-five until the best-of-seven grand final on Sunday, which...

Scottie Barnes is set to return to the Raptors lineup after missing 11 games with a fractured orbital bone, impacting the fantasy production of RJ Barrett, Jakob Poeltl, and Gradey Dick. Barrett's usage and efficiency may decrease with Barnes back, but he remains a solid option in points leagues. Poeltl's scoring may regress, but his rebounding and defensive stats should remain steady, making him a valuable fantasy asset. Gradey Dick's scoring output may decrease with...

The Wales rugby team, led by coach Warren Gatland, is facing a record-breaking losing streak of 11 games as they prepare to take on reigning world champions South Africa. Despite being massive underdogs at home, Wales will strive to avoid a winless 2024 as they confront a formidable Springboks side. With Gatland's job security in question and Wales struggling with confidence, the young team faces a tough challenge against a dominant South Africa squad in...