Tue Nov 19 01:20:00 UTC 2024: ## Texans WR Tank Dell a Risky, Yet Rewarding, Fantasy Play Against Cowboys

**ARLINGTON, TX** – With the return of Nico Collins to the Houston Texans lineup, fantasy football owners are questioning the viability of starting wide receiver Tank Dell in Week 11’s Monday Night Football matchup against the Dallas Cowboys. DraftKings fantasy analyst Garion Thorne offers insight into Dell’s fantasy outlook.

While Dell has enjoyed a recent surge in targets, with nine in each of his last two games, Thorne cautions that Collins’ return will likely impact his volume. Collins’ high target share earlier in the season suggests Dell will see fewer opportunities. However, Thorne highlights Dell’s efficiency, noting his impressive 15.1 yards per reception and 2.80 PPR fantasy points per touch in 2023.

The matchup against Dallas offers a significant upside. The Cowboys’ secondary is struggling, ranking second-worst in the NFL in yards per pass attempt allowed (7.8) and surrendering an alarming 11.2 yards per pass attempt at home. Their vulnerability is further emphasized by eight opponent passing plays exceeding 40 yards, the third-most in the league.

Thorne recommends starting Dell as a WR3 or FLEX in season-long leagues, citing the favorable matchup as outweighing the reduced target volume. He expresses some reservations regarding Dell’s $9,400 price tag in Showdown formats, considering him the fifth-most expensive player, but also suggests this might keep his ownership low. Ultimately, Thorne concludes that Dell’s ceiling remains high, making him an intriguing, albeit risky, fantasy option.

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