Harrison Butker Outside Top 12 Kickers For Week 14
Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker will face the Houston Texans in Week 14. Butker made all nine of his field goal attempts from Weeks 10 -12, but did not get an opportunity to extend that streak in Week 13 against the Dallas Cowboys. Butker did not record a single field goal attempt on Thanksgiving, but he was perfect on his four extra-point attempts. The Chiefs kicker has improved his accuracy over the past few weeks, and he will need it if called upon against a tough Houston defense. If Kansas City has drives halted by the Texans, there could be field goal opportunities for Butker. That said, if the Chiefs do not drive into field goal range, kicking duties could be handed over to the punter. Butker is ranked K15 in our RotoBaller rankings, making him a lower-end option this week.
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Travis Kelce Remains Top TE Option Despite Difficult Matchup In Week 14
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce will have his hands full against the Houston Texans in Week 14. Kelce caught five passes for 45 yards and a touchdown in last week's loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Despite the loss, the veteran tight end put forth an excellent fantasy performance, and he should be relied upon to do the same against Houston this week. The Texans defense has allowed the fifth-fewest fantasy points to opposing tight ends this season, but Kelce is no average tight end, and his usage in the Kansas City offense sets him apart. Kelce has at least six targets in four of his last five games, with three touchdowns in that span. Kelce is ranked TE4 in our RotoBaller Half-PPR rankings this week, making him a top-end option at the position once again.
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Marquise Brown Needs A Touchdown To Be Viable In Week 14
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Marquise Brown caught two passes for 20 yards and a touchdown in last week's 28-31 loss to the Dallas Cowboys. Despite his modest stat line, Brown found the endzone to salvage his fantasy day. The veteran receiver has found pay dirt five times this season, meaning that Patrick Mahomes can trust him when the field shrinks. Brown will likely have to find the endzone again to be viable against Houston in Week 14. The Texans have allowed the third-fewest fantasy points to opposing wide receivers this season, meaning they are among the toughest matchups for the position. Brown is ranked WR60 in our RotoBaller Half-PPR rankings, making him a desperation flex play in Week 14.
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Xavier Worthy Tough To Trust With Difficult Matchup In Week 14
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy has often taken a backseat to Rashee Rice and Travis Kelce this season, but this week, he will also have to contend with one of the toughest defenses in the league. Worthy caught four passes for 61 yards and rushed twice for 13 yards in last week's Thanksgiving loss to the Dallas Cowboys. The speedy wideout finished second on the team in receiving yardage, but it should be tougher sledding this week against Houston. The Texans defense has allowed the third-fewest fantasy points to opposing wide receivers this season, which does not bode well for Worthy, given his lower target share. Worthy is ranked WR40 in our RotoBaller Half-PPR rankings, making him a deeper league flex option in Week 14.
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Rashee Rice Should Be Leaned On In Tough Week 14 Matchup
Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice caught eight passes for 92 yards and two touchdowns in the 28-31 loss to Dallas on Thanksgiving. Rice has been the focal point of Kansas City's offense since his return from suspension and has been virtually matchup-proof outside of a down game against Denver, where he caught six passes for 38 yards. The Broncos made it a point to slow down Rice, and the same treatment could be coming his way in Week 14 against a tough Houston defense. The Texans have allowed the third-fewest fantasy points to opposing wide receivers this season. Despite the matchup, Rice should still be given a heavy dose of targets in what could be a must-win game for Kansas City. Rice was also dealing with a hamstring injury this week, but practiced in full Wednesday through Friday, so he has no injury designation for this week's matchup. Rice is ranked WR4 in our RotoBaller Half-PPR rankings, making him a must-start option despite facing one of the strongest defenses in the NFL.
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Isiah Pacheco Should Increase Workload Against Texans
Kansas City Chiefs running back Isiah Pacheco only handled three carries for 16 yards in last week's loss to the Dallas Cowboys, but he should handle more work this week. The 26-year-old returned from his knee injury in Week 13, which explains his light workload, but his playing time should increase against the tough Houston defense in Week 14. The Texans defense has allowed the 10th-fewest fantasy points to opposing running backs this season, making it a tough spot for Pacheco amid a split backfield. Pacheco also popped up on the injury report with a knee injury, but was a full participant in practice all week and is good to go for the weekend. The second-year back was pulling away with the lead role before his injury, so the split could lean in his direction eventually, but it is difficult to say when that might be. Pacheco is ranked RB46 in our RotoBaller Half-PPR rankings, making him a tough player to start this week.
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Kareem Hunt Likely To Lead Backfield Again In Tough Matchup
Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt should once again lead the backfield as the Chiefs face the Houston Texans on Sunday night. Hunt led the way with 14 carries for 58 yards and one catch for 22 yards in the 28-31 loss to Dallas on Thanksgiving. Last week's contest was Isiah Pacheco's first game back from injury, so his workload was light, but Hunt should continue getting the majority of work even with Pacheco healthy. The Chiefs have leaned on Hunt as their most trusted runner, and he will need to prove worthy of the role if Kansas City wants to beat the tough Houston defense. The Texans defense has allowed the 10th-fewest fantasy points to opposing running backs this season, making them one of the toughest matchups at the position. Hunt is ranked RB21 in our RotoBaller Half-PPR rankings, making him a viable RB2 option this week.
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Patrick Mahomes Ready For Must-Win Game Against Houston
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes diced up the Dallas Cowboys on Thanksgiving, but ended up taking the loss. Mahomes completed 23 of 34 pass attempts (68%) for 261 yards and four touchdowns in the 28-31 loss to Dallas in Week 13. The Chiefs defense has now given up at least 20 points in four straight games, making it difficult to win no matter how well Mahomes plays. With the team sitting at 6-6 and third in the division, Mahomes and the Chiefs essentially need to win out to secure a spot in the playoffs. That task will be tough to accomplish when they have the stout Houston defense staring them down in Week 14. The Texans defense has allowed the fewest fantasy points to opposing quarterbacks this season, making this the toughest matchup there is. With their season hanging in the balance, Mahomes will have to will them to victory if they want to see the postseason. The Chiefs superstar was also listed on this week's injury report with a knee injury, but practiced all week fully and does not have an injury designation heading into the weekend. Mahomes is ranked QB7 in our RotoBaller rankings, meaning he's still a locked-in QB1 despite facing arguably the best defense in football.
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Can Jacoby Brissett Continue to be a QB1 in a Difficult Week 14 Matchup vs. the Rams?
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett is leading the second-heaviest passing offense into a crucial Week 14 for fantasy managers. Brissett is averaging 43 passing attempts per game with a 13:4 touchdown-interception ratio since Week 5. The 32-year-old has been finding the end zone while minimizing turnovers over this stretch, throwing just over three touchdowns to one interception. Brissett enters Week 14 as RotoBaller's ninth-ranked quarterback despite a difficult matchup at division rival Los Angeles Rams. The Rams' defense has forced the fourth-most interceptions and ranks 10th in sacks this season. Brissett will also lead the Cardinals' passing attack without two of his top three receivers, Marvin Harrison Jr. (heel) and Greg Dortch (chest). However, Brissett has been a QB1 each week since taking over as the starting quarterback and again can be comfortably inserted into starting lineups for Week 14. It is also worth noting that Kyler Murray (foot) will not return this season, and Brissett will be the starting quarterback for the rest of the season.
Source: Zach Gershman
Source: Zach Gershman
Will Bam Knight be Able to Find the End Zone in a Difficult Week 14 Matchup?
Arizona Cardinals running back Bam Knight is coming off his best performance of his 2025 campaign. Knight produced season highs in rushing yards (62) and receiving yards (36) on 14 touches in Week 13's game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The 24-year-old will once again lead the Cardinals' backfield with Trey Benson (knee) and Emari Demercado (ankle) being ruled out for Sunday. Entering Week 14, Knight is RotoBaller's 28th-ranked running back in Half-PPR leagues in a difficult matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. The Rams' rushing defense has allowed the fewest running touchdowns this season. Knight has lived on his touchdown production this year and has yet to produce over eight fantasy points in a game without scoring a touchdown in Half-PPR formats. Knight will be a risky flex option for managers entering the final week of most fantasy football regular seasons.
Source: Zach Gershman
Source: Zach Gershman
Michael Carter Set for Expanded Role vs. the Rams in Week 14
Arizona Cardinals running back Michael Carter has made his hay as a productive pass-catcher out of the backfield this season. Cater has seen at least five targets in four of his last seven games this year. The 26-year-old will remain the RB2 in the Cardinals offense with Trey Benson (knee) and Emari Demercado (ankle) being ruled out for Sunday's game against the Los Angeles Rams. Heading into Week 14, the Rams' defense has allowed the fewest rushing touchdowns and the second-fewest carries over 20 yards this season. Despite a tough matchup on the ground, there is a path for Carter to stay fantasy viable through the passing game. The Cardinals will be without wide receivers Marvin Harrison Jr. (heel) and Greg Dortch (chest) on Sunday, and this could lead to more targets out of the backfield for the sure-handed veteran. Cater will remain a risky flex option in deeper leagues going into a vital Week 14 for fantasy managers.
Source: Zach Gershman
Source: Zach Gershman
Michael Wilson Set to Bounce Back in Week 14
Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson fell back to earth, only hauling in three catches in Week 13 against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Despite a low fantasy output, Wilson tied for the most targets amongst Cardinals wide receivers with seven targets in last Sunday's game. Wilson has established a real connection with quarterback Jacoby Brissett and has become his go-to wide receiver in crunch time. In Weeks 11 and 12, Wilson averaged 16.5 targets per game and tallied 27.6 PPR points per game. Entering Week 14, Wilson is RotoBaller's 16th-ranked wide receiver in a manageable Week 14 matchup against the Los Angeles Rams in Half-PPR leagues. The Rams defense has seen the eighth-most passing attempts this season, but has allowed the 10-fewest passing touchdowns per game. The Rams' strong run defense and high-scoring offense have forced teams to adjust to pass-heavy game scripts to keep up on the scoreboard. Wilson has the potential to see double-digit targets again with Marvin Harrison Jr. (heel) and Greg Dortch (chest) ruled out for Sunday. Wilson is a WR2 with high upside that can comfortably be inserted into all lineups in Week 14.
Source: Zach Gershman
Source: Zach Gershman
Trey McBride Poised for Another Massive Performance Against Rams
Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride has been a target hog all season in the Cardinals' offense. McBride has seen at least seven targets in every game this season, with just under half of his games seeing double-digit targets. Entering Week 14, McBride is RotoBaller's No. 1 tight end in all formats in an opportunistic matchup against the Los Angeles Rams. The Los Angeles Rams' defense has given up the fewest rushing touchdowns this season. When the Cardinals' offense enters the red zone, they will be looking McBride's way early and often. The Cardinals' passing attack will also be without Marvin Harrison Jr. (heel) and Greg Dortch (chest) in Sunday's matchup, opening up even more opportunities for the star tight end. McBride could explode this week in a high-volume role and as the team's focal point in the red zone. McBride is a set-it-and-forget-it TE1 heading into Week 14.
Source: Zach Gershman
Source: Zach Gershman
Nick Folk Holds Steady as a Reliable Streaming Option
New York Jets placekicker Nick Folk should continue to be a reliable option in Week 14's home matchup with the Miami Dolphins. Folk has been superb when called upon in 2025, missing all but one of his field goal tries (22-of-23) and connecting on each of his 18 extra-point attempts. Even at the age of 41, the veteran's leg is no worse for wear, drilling six kicks of 50-plus yards, including last weekend's 56-yard game-winner. Unfortunately, New York's (lack of) scoring offense has held him back from being amongst the league leaders in points. Still, he'll get an opportunity to be a viable fantasy asset in Sunday's outing with the visiting Dolphins. The Jets have moved the ball better with quarterback Tyrod Taylor at the helm, and Miami's defense has softened in recent weeks. If New York can continue trending positively, Folk may see a modest uptick in scoring down the stretch. He'll land as RotoBaller's K19 in this week's ranks.
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New York Jets' D/ST a Spot Start Against Fins
The New York Jets' defense/special teams has another favorable spot on tap in Week 14 when they line up with the visiting Miami Dolphins. Despite a lack of fantasy production on the year, the unit is shaping up to be a decent stream this Sunday when they host their division rivals. Miami's offense has been one of the worst units on a points- and yards-per-game basis, ranking ninth (20.6) and eighth-lowest (300.2) in the respective metrics. Furthermore, the team is tied for fourth with 18 total giveaways on the campaign. While New York's defense is still searching for its first interception of 2025, quarterback Tua Tagovailoa presents an excellent chance at notching one, as he's tied for the league lead with 14 picks. The Jets' unit still presents some risk, but appears to catch Tagovailoa amid a slump, with just six TD tosses in his last six appearances, and none in four of them. New York ranks as RotoBaller's D/ST15 for their clash with Miami.
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