The Philadelphia Eagles are set to square off against the Detroit Lions in primetime to close the Sunday slate, and the entertainment value is through the roof. Of course, fantasy managers want more than just to be entertained—they want to win their fantasy football match. As such, picking the right players is key. A big game on Sunday Night Football can mean the difference between a stressful Monday Night Football showdown and a relaxing victory lap.
Here’s a look at which players to buy stock in and who to avoid for Week 11.
## Eagles vs. Lions Fantasy Football Week 11 Start ‘Em Picks
The game is likely to be a playoff preview between these two NFC teams, so expect the biggest names to rise to the occasion.
### Philadelphia Eagles
Key players to start include:
– **Jalen Hurts**
– **Saquon Barkley**
– **Dallas Goedert**
– **DeVonta Smith**
With A.J. Brown in a precarious situation and DeVonta Smith’s emergence this season, going with the younger Smith is a solid strategy. Hurts has been the perfect choice for fantasy football this season thanks to his dual-threat ability, frequently earning “tush push” touchdowns that boost fantasy points.
### Detroit Lions
Lions stars worth starting this week are:
– **Jahmyr Gibbs**
– **David Montgomery**
– **Amon-Ra St. Brown**
Gibbs has been a consistent yardage machine, Montgomery remains relevant in the red zone, and St. Brown has been one of this season’s top fantasy receivers. Given the expected offensive fireworks, most starters on both sides should get a piece of the production.
### Must Starts
– DeVonta Smith
– Jalen Hurts
– Saquon Barkley
– Dallas Goedert
– Jahmyr Gibbs
– David Montgomery
– Amon-Ra St. Brown
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## Eagles vs. Lions Fantasy Football Week 11 Sit ‘Em Picks
While production from stars is expected, it also means fewer opportunities for other players. Both Philadelphia and Detroit have one big-name receiver to avoid this week.
### Players to Sit
– **A.J. Brown**
Brown has struggled this season, with only two games surpassing 100 yards so far in 2025. Last Sunday against Green Bay, he managed just two catches for 13 yards. It’s best to avoid him for this matchup.
– **Jameson Williams**
Williams has been the definition of boom or bust over the past month. He has had two games since October start with fewer than 10 yards and only two games with over 100 yards. Although he’s coming off a 100-yard performance, his past production is inconsistent—he tends to follow big games with low-output ones.
– **Isaac TeSlaa**
Despite flashes of potential this season and during the preseason, TeSlaa is generally a name to avoid. He has just two touchdowns but only four total receptions this year. Even with Sam LaPorta out, TeSlaa is dealing with an oblique injury according to the Lions’ official injury report, making him a risky play.
Other players also better left on the bench this week include:
– Kalif Raymond
– Craig Reynolds
– Brock Wright
– Ross Dwelley
– Grant Calcaterra
– Tank Bigsby
### Must Sits
– Isaac TeSlaa
– Jameson Williams
– Kalif Raymond
– Craig Reynolds
– Brock Wright
– Ross Dwelley
– Grant Calcaterra
– A.J. Brown
– Tank Bigsby
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This primetime matchup promises plenty of fantasy-relevant performances, but knowing who to start and sit can be the difference between victory and defeat. Lock in your lineups confidently and enjoy the action-packed Eagles vs. Lions showdown!
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