Brandon Allen

Brandon Allen to start for Bengals in Week 12

Brandon Allen was elevated from the practice squad this week and will start for the Bengals in Week 12 against the Giants.

Fantasy Impact

After Joe Burrow sustained a devastating, season-ending injury in Week 11, Ryan Finley finished out the game, but Finley's performance was obviously not what the coaching staff is looking for to close out the season. Instead, Zac Taylor will turn to Allen, who started three games for Denver last season, going 1-2 for the Broncos while throwing for 515 yards, three touchdowns, and two interceptions. Pass-catchers Tyler Boyd and Tee Higgins should be downgraded in this week's rankings, while New York Giants D/ST becomes a top-5 play.