Dallas Cowboys

New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott rushed 13 times for 54 yards during Sunday's loss to the New York Jets. He also caught five of seven targets for an additional 27 yards through the air. The veteran running back logged yet another start with Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) sidelined and maintained a key role as unfavorable weather conditions interrupted the passing attack. He was particularly impactful in PPR leagues where he added extra points for his five catches. He's headed for free agency where he'll likely earn a spot in a committee or split backfield.

New England Patriots running back Ezekiel Elliott will continue to operate as the lead running back for Week 18 against the New York Jets with Rhamondre Stevenson (ankle) sidelined. Elliott has produced inconsistent results on the ground this year, but his impressive pass-catching role and red-zone usage allow him to sneak into the RB2 tier for fantasy purposes. He remains a solid option this Sunday, especially with a strong Jets secondary and poor weather conditions likely prompting the Patriots to run more than pass. Fantasy managers should feel comfortable starting Elliott in most formats.

Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle (ankle) was a full participant during Friday's practice session and will be active in Week 18 against the Washington Commanders after he missed the Week 17 win over the Detroit Lions. Dowdle began the week with a limited practice session but was able to practice in full on Thursday and Friday. He figures to operate as the primary backup to Tony Pollard in the backfield in a game the Cowboys need to win to secure the NFC East title. There won't be a ton of streaming appeal here, so fantasy managers should look elsewhere for help.

Dallas Cowboys running back Rico Dowdle (ankle) was upgraded to a full practice on Thursday. Dowdle has been dealing with an ankle bruise for several weeks now, and he needed to miss his first game of the season in last Saturday's Week 17 win over the Detroit Lions. Thursday's full session should allow the 25-year-old to return to his change-of-pace role behind Tony Pollard out of Dallas' backfield, however, for Sunday's regular-season finale against the Washington Commanders without an injury designation on Friday's report. Dowdle has tallied four total touchdowns this season, collecting 80 carries for 315 yards and 14 catches for 90 yards in 15 games, and Deuce Vaughn (ankle) is on injured reserve. The Cowboys are nearly two-touchdown favorites in Week 18, so more work could head Dowdle's way if they form a substantial lead while on the prowl for the NFC East crown.

Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey is a solid kicker in a Week 18 matchup against the Washington Commanders. Aubrey has been outstanding all season and has been exceptionally consistent of late, scoring at least eight points without missing a kick in four of his last five games. He should be a top-five option for the final week of the regular season.