5 best fantasy football matchups to exploit for Week 12

Nov 21, 2021; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars running back James Robinson (25) runs the ball around San Francisco 49ers defensive tackle Kentavius Street (95) during the first half at TIAA Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports /

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Nov 21, 2021; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Dallas Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott (21) runs the ball against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Denny Medley-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Ezekiel Elliot, Dallas Cowboys (vs. LV)

Many thought Ezekiel Elliot had a smash matchup last week against the Kansas City Chiefs, but their defense is suddenly no joke. Unfortunately for Zeke owners, he was held to 68 yards on 15 touches, and also ceded work to Tony Pollard like he does every week.

Zeke is in a solid bounce-back spot this week against the Raiders’ 29th-ranked run defense, who just recently saw Joe Mixon hang a 30-123-2 line on them. Zeke, and even Pollard, are poised for big days on Thanksgiving where the Cowboys will be looking to bounce back from a loss.

Zeke is poised for yet another 1,000 yard season, which is impressive because of the increased usage of Pollard in the backfield. Zeke is a rock-solid RB1 this week, and Pollard can be started as a flex as well. Both players will dominate the Raiders’ weak rushing defense.