For fantasy football owners with an extra week to play in the championship round, it's crunch time.
A quality player in the flex spot could tilt the balance in your favor. Don't punt on the position, but feel free to roll the dice with a risky choice.
For managers trailing in their matchups, the flex position is an ideal spot to start a high-risk, high-reward asset to gain an edge. Typically, touchdown-dependent running backs fit the mold and rank higher than score-reliant wide receivers.
At the very least, a running back with high volume could rack up yards, it's much harder for pass-catchers sharing targets among three wide receivers and a tight end.