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When Jacksonville Jaguars (4-5) head coach Doug Marrone named quarterback Nick Foles the starter last week Calais Campbell Jersey , many assumed the quarterback’s leadership attributes were the key determining factors going into the decision. Gardner Minshew II by all accounts played as well as one would expect any rookie quarterback to play, let alone a sixth-round pick. However, when taking a deeper dive into what has made Foles a dependable starting quarterback in the NFL — and the limitations Minshew showed in his first eight starts — it becomes clear that leadership is not the only factor.As a Super Bowl-winning quarterback, Foles possesses all of the traits one would expect any franchise quarterback to have. As Jaguars linebacker Myles Jack said on Monday, Foles “has no problem stepping up in front of the team” when he addressed the players in the locker room before heading into their bye week.During his second stint with the Eagles, Foles experienced about as much success as one can have as a quarterback winning the title of Super Bowl MVP in 2017. In 2018, the Eagles were yet again in the hunt for a Super Bowl title thanks mostly due to the efficiency and decisiveness on offense with Foles at the helm.According to Pro Football Focus, Foles completed 44 out of 73 of his passes (60.3%) for 566 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions while under pressure. Against the blitz, Foles completed 37 out of 51 (72.5) passes for 457 yards and four touchdowns. The Eagles won all three games Foles started in the regular season which ultimately propelled Philadelphia to the playoffs as a wild card team.Although Minshew was had a terrific stretch of games as the Jaguars’ starting quarterback, there were clear deficiencies in his game, especially exacerbated in the face of pressure. According to Pro Football Focus Minshew completed just 40 out of 99 (40.4%) of his passes for 512 yards, six touchdowns https://www.jaguarsfanstore.com/Blake-Bortles-Jersey , and one interception when facing pressure. Minshew made up for this by moving around the line of scrimmage, creating more time, and typically throwing more off-script touchdowns or passes.Under Foles, the Jaguars might have less creative quarterbacking, however, drives will not stall nearly as often — especially in third-and-long situations. Minshew was slightly better when blitzed, completing 54 out of 105 (51.4%) of his passes for four touchdowns, and two interceptions, however, he still showed the same rookie-like tendencies which likely forced Marrone to go with the veteran.The Jaguars absolutely still believe in Minshew, however, as Marrone stated Monday, Minshew has a couple of things to work on, but “it’s not anything that is limited from a physical standpoint of what he can and cannot do A.J. Bouye Color Rush Jersey , so that’s what’s encouraging about that.”The majority of the team’s struggles have come in the red zone, and not the red zone that Marrone had a revelation about over the weekend. When the Jaguars get within 20 yards of the end zone, they — along with the field — shrink. Currently, the team ranks 30th in the NFL with a red zone efficiency of 34.48%. While the blame certainly shouldn’t be placed solely on Minshew, he has not been part of the solution.Minshew has completed 19 out of 41 (46.3%) of his passes for nine touchdowns in the red zone (20 to fewer yards to goal) in nine regular-season games, according to Pro Football Reference. In eight regular-season games between 2017 and 2018, Foles completed 30 out of 48 (62.5%) of his passes for 267 yards, nine touchdowns, and one interception.While Marrone stated last week the Jaguars red zone issues were not squarely on the quarterback, Foles has been a much more efficient passer, especially in critical situations such as third down and within striking distance. The Jaguars will hope the pieces around Foles will produce better than they did with Minshew at the helm.Minshew’s best trait during his time as a Jaguars’ quarterback was his ability to run and innovate. However, in the red zone — while he was innovative —, Minshew was not used as a runner very often rushing only three times for 13 yards.The team now has a leader on offense that nearly every Jaguars’ player has bought into, especially his receivers. Foles will attempt to lead the team to the playoffs as he has done with the Eagles for the past two seasons Justin Blackmon Jersey , and there is reason to believe he will — at least in the meantime — provide a spark for Jacksonville’s offense. His first test will come on Sunday when the Jaguars take on the Indianapolis Colts (5-4), a game with serious playoff implications. A look at some key fantasy football questions for Week 13:WHICH UNDER THE RADAR PLAYERS HAVE THE BEST CHANCE FOR A BIG GAME THIS WEEK?Broncos QB Case Keenum has a very favorable matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals this week. Cincinnati has yielded at least three passing TDs to QBs in four of their last five games, including four to Browns QB Baker Mayfield last week. Keenum threw for two TDs against the Steelers in Week 12 and last season against Cincinnati he threw two TD passes and completed 20 of 23 passes.Dolphins RB Kenyan Drake has been dealing with a shoulder injury for the past two weeks and it even forced him to the sidelines for part of his Week 12 matchup. If Drake plays this week he’s likely to be limited. His teammate Frank Gore has rushed for 5.81 yards per carry (YPC) over the past two weeks. He’s showing no signs of slowing down at age 35 and is averaging just under 16 carries in his last three games. He’s yet to score a TD this season but takes on the Bills in Week 13, and they’ve yielded seven TDs to RBs in their last five games.Redskins receiver Josh Doctson is finally healthy, and he caught six passes for 66 yards with Washington QB Colt McCoy under center in Week 12. McCoy targeted Doctson 10 times and this week he faces a bruised and battered Eagles secondary. If Jamison Crowder is forced to miss his eighth straight game look for Doctson to be heavily targeted once again this week.Panthers WR D.J. Moore has 15 receptions, 248 receiving yards and a TD in his last two games and takes on the Buccaneers in Week 13. They’re tied for giving up the third-most fantasy points per game (FPPG) to WRs and the second-most receiving TDs to the position. If Devin Funchess‘ cranky back forces him to miss a second consecutive game, Moore should have another productive week.An already thin fantasy TE position got even thinner with Jack Doyle of the Colts and Denver’s Jeff Heuerman placed on injured reserve this week. Jets TE Chris Herndon has provided fantasy owners with double digit fantasy points in four of his last six games in point-per-reception (PPR) scoring formats. Unfortunately, he has a tough matchup against the Titans who give up the least FPPG to the position. Matt LaCosse, who takes over for Heuerman in Denver, had three catches for 34 yards and a TD in Week 12. He takes on the Bengals in Week 13. They’ve given up the second most FPPG to TEs.WHAT STRATEGY IS BEST SUITED FOR LINEUP CONSTRUCTION THIS LATE IN THE SEASON JUST BEFORE THE FANTASY PLAYOFFS?In most cases, you should use the same strategy that has worked for you all season long. Start your fantasy studs. For instance, this isn’t the week to consider sitting Falcons WR Julio Jones just because the Ravens are extremely tough against WRs. Don’t overthink things.WHAT ABOUT ROSTER MOVES?Your team’s roster may contain marginal fantasy players you were forced to start in order to field a competitive team through previous bye weeks. If you no longer intend to use those players, replace them with players who could better help your team. The key words are “marginal fantasy players.” You never want to drop a player that your competitors can pick up off of the waiver wire and use against you. Be especially careful of dropping RBs who are one injury away from becoming their team’s primary back.WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO MANAGE TEAM DEFENSES GOING FORWARD?With just about every team defense having struggled at some point this season, streaming has been the way to go. The Bears have been the best fantasy defense of 2018 but even they gave up more than 30 points two weeks in a row. If you’re dropping a “marginal player” based on our advice in the previous section https://www.jaguarsfanstore.com/Barry-Church-Jersey , why not replace him with a second defense who has upcoming favorable matchups. For instance, the Bills have scored the ninth most fantasy points among defenses. Their next three opponents are top eight in FPPG allowed to opposing fantasy defenses. Consider adding the Broncos defense who take on the 49ers in Week 14 and the Raiders in Week 16 (championship week). Both opponents are top five in FPPG allowed to fantasy defenses.WITH MELVIN GORDON POTENTIALLY OUT FOR WEEKS AND AUSTIN EKELER ALREADY OWNED IN MOST LEAGUES DOES JUSTIN JACKSON HAVE ANY FANTASY VALUE THIS WEEK?Although Jackson should be rostered, unless you play in an extremely deep league you should avoid starting him. Expect Ekeler to out-touch Jackson in Week 13, but if Ekeler aggravates his neck injury or if Gordon misses more time than expected, Jackson’s fantasy value could skyrocket.WITH JAGUARS RB LEONARD FOURNETTE SERVING A ONE GAME SUSPENSION IS CARLOS HYDE A GOOD START IN WEEK 13?Hyde appears to have a good matchup against the Colts who’ve given up the 12th most FPPG to opposing RBs this season, but over their past four games they’ve limited RBs to just 3.78 YPC. In Hyde’s four games with the Jaguars he’s averaging just 3.44 YPC and he’ll also have fellow RB T.J. Yeldon potentially stealing a few carries from him as well. If you are in desperate need of a starting RB this week you can take a chance on Hyde, but he’s a risky play.IS VIKINGS RB DALVIN COOK STARTABLE GOING FORWARD?Cook has just 29 carries in his last three games, and is averaging just 2.16 YPC over the past two weeks. Cook’s lack of volume suggests that he may not be 100 percent healthy. Your fantasy season is probably on the line. If you have a more reliable option at RB, use it.