Rico Dowdle's Upside Hindered by Timeshare in Week 18

Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle (toe) does not have an injury designation heading into the team's Week 18 matchup against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Dowdle appears to be in a 60-40 timeshare with fellow running back Chuba Hubbard, with the latter seeing the vast majority of third downs over the past three games. The […]

TreVeyon Henderson Looking to Bounce Back in Week 18

New England Patriots rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson (concussion) was unable to find the end zone in Week 17, which led to a disappointing fantasy day. Still, the young rookie should continue to see steady volume against the Miami Dolphins in Week 18. Henderson was able to clear the league's concussion protocol and suit up […]

Michael Wilson Primed for Top-Tier Finish in Week 18

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson should reassume his WR1 production against the Los Angeles Rams in Week 18, with fellow wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. (heel) placed on IR after Week 17. In the four games without Harrison Jr. in the latter half of the 2025 season, Wilson hauled in 41 of his 60 […]

Tyler Lockett Reaches End Zone in Week 17

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tyler Lockett tallied two receptions and nine yards off his three targets during Sunday's 34-10 loss to the New York Giants in Week 17. The veteran wide receiver's fantasy day was saved by his reception in the back of the end zone on a quarterback Geno Smith (ankle) scramble late […]

Tre Tucker Quiet Again in Week 17 Loss

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tre Tucker was primed to emerge as the Raiders' lead pass catcher in Week 17, but was held to five receptions for 49 yards off his six targets in a 34-10 loss to the New York Giants. Tight end Brock Bowers (knee) was placed on IR following Week 16, and […]

Michael Mayer Takes Advantage of New Opportunity in Week 17

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer hauled in nine of his 10 targets for 89 yards during Sunday's Week 17 loss against the New York Giants. The tight end was thrust into the spotlight after fellow tight end Brock Bowers (knee) was placed on Injured Reserve after Week 16. Mayer was quarterback Geno Smith's […]

Ashton Jeanty Contained in Week 17 Loss

Las Vegas Raiders rookie running back Ashton Jeanty was held to single-digit fantasy points in Sunday's 34-10 loss to the New York Giants in Week 17. Jeanty has been held to 10 or fewer fantasy points in three of his last four games, disappointing fantasy managers in the playoffs. Despite the great matchup, he had […]

Cleveland Browns Defense Serviceable in Low-Scoring Week 17 Win

The Cleveland Browns DST did not generate any turnovers, but managed to sack quarterback Aaron Rodgers twice and keep the Pittsburgh Steelers out of the end zone in a 13-6 win in Week 17. Even though the Browns gave up almost 300 yards to the Steelers, the defensive squad kept the Rodgers-led offense from converting […]

Dylan Sampson Ekes out Lead Running Back Role in Week 17 Win

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Dylan Sampson (hand) was largely inefficient against in the Browns' 13-6 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers, gaining just 27 yards from his 11 rushing attempts. The young ball carrier also had three receptions from three targets, but was unable to gain any air yards. Sampson did have three more rushing […]

Shedeur Sanders Improves Efficiency, Continues Development in Week 17 Victory

Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders completed 17 of his 23 pass attempts for 186 yards and one touchdown, but threw two interceptions in Sunday's 13-6 victory over AFC North rivals the Pittsburgh Steelers. Sanders completed 73.9% of his passes in Week 17, which is his best completion percentage of the season and his second […]

Jerry Jeudy Leads Browns Receiving Corps in Week 17 Win

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy caught five of his seven targets for 54 yards in a gritty 13-6 victory in Week 17 over the Pittsburgh Steelers. Jeudy stepped up after rookie tight end Harold Fannin Jr. (groin) left mid-way through the first quarter after reaggravating his groin injury. The veteran receiver has his most […]

Cedric Tillman on the Outside Looking In vs. the Steelers

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Cedric Tillman looks to be fighting for the team's WR2 position going into an AFC North battle against the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 17. The third-year wide out appears to be in a timeshare with rookie wide receiver Isaiah Bond, with Tillman playing 48% of the snaps, barely edging out Bond, […]

Raheem Mostert Questionable Ahead of Week 17, Reliant on Big Plays

Las Vegas Raiders running back Raheem Mostert (ankle, knee) was able to log a limited practice on Friday after missing two previous sessions ahead of the team's Week 17 matchup at home against the New York Giants. The veteran running back has been playing behind rookie Ashton Jeanty all season and has yet to score […]

Isaiah Bond is a Deep League Boom or Bust Option for Week 17

Cleveland Browns rookie wide receiver Isaiah Bond has taken over as the team's WR2, even though the Week 16 box score against the Buffalo Bills did not show it, and is likely to continue his ascension in Week 17 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Browns' passing attack struggled to get anything going against the Buffalo […]

Jerry Jeudy Likely to Have Another Muted Performance in Week 17

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy has had a quiet season and is unlikely to make an impact in Week 17 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Last week against the Buffalo Bills, Jeudy played just 72% of the offensive snaps, his lowest snap share since Week 12, yet still posted a 94% route participation rate. The […]

Tyler Lockett Off Injury Report, Could See Additional Looks in Week 17

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tyler Lockett (wrist) was a full participant in every practice this week and does not carry an injury designation heading into his Week 17 matchup against the New York Giants. After seeing a season-high 76% snap share in Week 15, the veteran pass catcher only played 26% of snaps and […]

Jack Bech Dealing with a New Injury, Unreliable Start in Week 17

Las Vegas Raiders rookie wide receiver Jack Bech (back) popped up on Friday's injury report with a back issue, logging a limited practice, heading into the team's Week 17 matchup at home against the New York Giants. The rookie saw a dip in his playtime and route participation in Week 16 against the stout Houston […]

Shedeur Sanders Remains a Fringe Superflex Starter in Week 17

Cleveland Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders was resilient in Week 16 against the Buffalo Bills and has an easier Week 17 matchup hosting the Pittsburgh Steelers. The rookie, who was dealing with a minor injury to his throwing hand, completed 20 of his 29 pass attempts for 157 yards and one touchdown, his highest completion […]

Cleveland Browns Defense is a Sneaky Start in Week 17

The Cleveland Browns DST has a chance to re-emerge as a viable starting option in Week 17 at home against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The game environment is shaping up to be a slow and gritty AFC North slugfest with the week's lowest over/under of just 34.5 points and rain in Sunday's game-time forecast. The Browns' […]

Raheim Sanders to See Additional Opportunities Amidst Injuries in Week 17

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Raheim Sanders should see his season-high usage in Week 17 against the Pittsburgh Steelers as the Browns' backfield manages injuries. Rookie running back Quinshon Judkins (ankle, leg), the team's featured ball-carrier since Week 3, underwent season-ending surgery after suffering a fractured fibula and a dislocated ankle in the team's Week […]

Dylan Sampson's Health Improving Ahead of a Tough Week 17 Matchup

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Dylan Sampson (hand) logged limited practices all week and has a questionable tag leading up to the Week 17 tilt against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Head coach Kevin Stefaniski commented on Sampson's progression this week, noting that Sampson, "feels good and looked good in practice, but we'll make a determination here […]

Harold Fannin Jr. has a Great Matchup, Uncertain Health Status in Week 17

Cleveland Browns rookie tight end Harold Fannin Jr. (groin) is questionable going into the team's Week 17 matchup at home against the Pittsburgh Steelers due to a groin injury suffered during Friday's practice. The rookie tight end told reporters Friday afternoon that he expects to play against the Steelers, and head coach Kevin Stefaniski remarked […]

Tre Tucker to Lead Raiders' Passing Attack in Week 17

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tre Tucker is shaping up to be the Raiders' primary downfield receiving option in Week 17. The 24-year-old wide-out managed to overcome a terrible road matchup in Week 16 against the Houston Texans to haul in four of his five targets for 43 yards. The Raiders placed their primary pass-catching […]

Geno Smith is Missing One of His Weapons, Risky Start in Week 17

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith takes on the New York Giants at home in Week 17, but he will be without his top target, tight end Brock Bowers (knee), who was placed on IR after Week 16. Smith managed to complete 16 of his 23 pass attempts for 201 yards for two touchdowns against […]

Michael Mayer to See Uptick in Usage, Volatile Start in Week 17

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer has an opportunity to lead the team's tight end room against the New York Giants in Week 17 after Brock Bowers (knee) was placed on IR earlier this week, ending his season. Bowers already missed three games earlier this season between Weeks 5 and 7, and Mayer was […]

Ashton Jeanty Set for Another Top-Tier Performance in Week 17

Las Vegas Raiders rookie running back Ashton Jeanty is riding high after his 188 scrimmage yards and two-touchdown performance against the robust Houston Texans in Week 16 and is primed to carry fantasy managers to victory against the New York Giants in Week 17. The rookie saw a season-high 24 rushing attempts in Week 16, […]

Should I Pickup Dylan Sampson or Raheim Sanders? Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 17

The Cleveland Browns' backfield is beset with injuries heading into their Week 17 AFC North clash against the Pittsburgh Steelers, and a clear starter has yet to emerge. On Monday, rookie running back Quinshon Judkins (ankle, leg) underwent season-ending surgery after suffering a fractured fibula and a dislocated ankle in the team’s Week 16 loss […]

Tre Tucker Leads Raiders Wideouts in Week 16 Loss to the Texans

Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tre Tucker tallied four receptions and 43 yards off his five targets during Sunday's 23-21 loss to the Houston Texans in Week 16. Interestingly, Tucker also logged two rushing attempts for 11 yards, demonstrating intent to get the third-year receiver more involved in the offense. Tucker still has not seen […]

Geno Smith Exceeds Expectations, Costly Turnover the Difference in Week 16 Loss

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Geno Smith (shoulder, back) returned to the field in Week 16, completing 16 of his 23 pass attempts for 201 yards for two touchdowns and one interception in a 23-21 loss to the Houston Texans. However, his interception early in the first quarter was costly, as the stalwart Texans defense returned […]

Brock Bowers Saved by Touchdown in Week 16 Loss to Houston

Las Vegas Raiders tight end Brock Bowers brought in all five of his targets for 33 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's Week 16 loss against the Houston Texans. The tight end started the afternoon off strong and had a touchdown early in the second quarter, but then mainly fell quiet for the rest of […]