December 23, 2025
Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback
Trevor Lawrence is on a heater as the Jaguars push to the playoffs, and he makes a good start in almost all formats this week. He's still available in about one-third of leagues despite his recent success, and he has a favorable matchup in Week 17 against the Colts, who were just carved up by
Brock Purdy on Monday Night Football. Lawrence led the Jags to a huge win in Denver by throwing for 279 passing yards, three touchdowns, and running for a fourth score. Lawrence has thrown multiple touchdowns in five straight weeks and added a rushing score in each of the last two weeks as well. He finishes the season with division matchups against the Colts and Titans, and will be an elite play as long as he isn't rested before the playoffs.
--Zach ThompsonSource: ESPN
December 23, 2025
San Jose Sharks defenseman Timothy Liljegren (upper body) won't play on Tuesday against the Vegas Golden Knights, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports. The Swedish blue-liner suffered an upper-body injury during the morning skate ahead of Saturday's matchup against the Seattle Kraken. San Jose plans to re-evaluate Liljegren after Christmas. Liljegren is an important piece in the backline for the Sharks, averaging over 20 minutes of ice time. However, his fantasy stock is at an all-time low, as Liljegren has managed only four assists in 28 games and has no goals. Defensively, the 26-year-old has contributed 63 blocks and 25 hits.
--Taavi PailkSource: Sheng Peng
December 23, 2025
Kansas City Chiefs running back
Isiah Pacheco took back over as the lead back for the Chiefs this week, stepping in ahead of veteran
Kareem Hunt and taking eight carries for 34 yards while adding six catches for 41 yards in the team's loss to the Titans last week. Pacheco could be in for a heavy workload moving forward, since the team could phase out Hunt now that the playoffs are no longer a possibility. The team could take the next two weeks to evaluate Pacheco and rookie
Brashard Smith for their future roles, but Pacheco is in a brutal matchup this week against the Broncos, who have been elite against the run. Pacheco does have touchdown-dependent upside and should get a good workload, but he's still a long-shot flex play to add off the waiver wire this week due to the matchup.
--Zach ThompsonSource: ESPN.com
December 23, 2025
San Jose Sharks forward Will Smith (upper body) is week-to-week, Sheng Peng of San Jose Hockey Now reports. "We're gonna re-evaluate him in the New Year," Sharks head coach Ryan Warsofsky said. "He's making steps daily to getting better. So that's the big positive." San Jose has four games to go until the calendar flips. Smith has had a highly productive sophomore campaign, posting 29 points (12 goals, 17 assists) in 33 appearances. He has already missed the last three games. The Sharks are also missing Philipp Kurashev (upper body) and could be without Collin Graf (face) after he was struck by a puck at Monday's practice. The injury issues have allowed Graf and Igor Chernyshov to move up to the first line. Should Graf also be unavailable, Jeff Skinner may have a rare chance to play in the top six on Tuesday night against the Vegas Golden Knights.
--Taavi PailkSource: Sheng Peng
December 23, 2025
Arizona Cardinals quarterback
Jacoby Brissett had a rough week against the Falcons in Week 16, but he should be poised to bounce back in a big way against the Bengals in Week 17. Brissett has thrown multiple touchdowns in eight of his previous nine games, but he only threw for one score and a season-low 203 passing yards last week against Atlanta. The Bengals have allowed the fifth-most fantasy points to quarterbacks this season, allowing 30 QB touchdowns (passing and rushing) in 15 games, along with an average of 256 passing yards per week. In what should be a much better matchup, Brissett can be a great addition and streaming play in Week 17 if you need help at the position.
--Zach ThompsonSource: ESPN
December 23, 2025
Carolina Hurricanes defenseman Jaccob Slavin (upper body) has landed on Injured Reserve and is considered week-to-week. He will be absent for a second straight contest on Tuesday against the Florida Panthers. Slavin has been really unlucky with injuries this campaign, as he had just returned from a lower-body problem. Overall, the 31-year-old has made only five appearances in 2025-26, going scoreless with four shots and eight blocks. Due to Slavin's injury issues, K'Andre Miller has enjoyed increased usage on the blue line. Miller ranks third on the team with 30 blocks and has notched 13 points (two goals, 11 assists) in 28 appearances.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 23, 2025
Carolina Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis (upper body) has been labeled as week-to-week. He will miss a second consecutive game on Tuesday night against the Florida Panthers, and a few more absences look to be on the horizon for Jarvis due to an upper-body injury. On Saturday, Carolina placed its top goal-scorer on Injured Reserve. Jarvis has potted 19 goals in 34 games, adding 10 assists. He is also a physical presence in the lineup, registering 43 hits this campaign. With Jarvis on the shelf, Jackson Blake has an opportunity to skate on the first line. After a rough few weeks, Blake has averaged a point per game over his last four outings. He has tallied 10 goals and 22 points in 35 games during the season.
--Taavi PailkSource: NHL.com
December 23, 2025
Tampa Bay Lightning defenseman Darren Raddysh notched a game-high three points in Monday's 4-1 triumph over the St. Louis Blues. His power-play goal in the first period proved to be the game-winning marker, and Raddysh completed his three-point night with two assists. The 29-year-old has been one of the major surprises in fantasy hockey this season, averaging nearly a point per game. Through 30 outings, Raddysh has contributed eight goals and 19 assists. He is well on course to surpass his career high of 37 points from last season. With Victor Hedman (elbow) out until February, Raddysh will play a prominent role on Tampa's blue line for several more weeks.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
December 23, 2025
Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Mason Marchment lit the lamp twice in Monday's 3-1 road win over the Los Angeles Kings. Both tallies came on the power play during the first period. This was Marchment's second outing with his new crew, and he already has three goals to his name. Marchment has quickly adapted to his new surroundings and is well-positioned to maintain his strong offensive form, having secured a spot on the first line and the second power-play unit. For the entire campaign, Marchment has registered seven goals and 16 points in 31 appearances.
--Taavi PailkSource: ESPN
December 23, 2025
Seattle Kraken defenseman Vince Dunn (undisclosed) was injured during the third period of Monday's 3-1 win over the Anaheim Ducks. He left the contest after taking a big hit from Ducks forward Ross Johnston. The Kraken may now be without their top two defensemen on Tuesday against the Los Angeles Kings. Prior to Monday's game, the team announced that Brandon Montour (hand) will be out for four weeks. The two lead Seattle in ice time and have combined for over 30 points. Dunn has recorded 19 points (five goals, 14 assists), 81 shots, and 38 blocks in 34 contests.
--Taavi PailkSource: Sportsnet
December 23, 2025
Phoenix Suns guard/forward
Grayson Allen (knee) is listed as doubtful for Tuesday's meeting with the Los Angeles Lakers. He is managing a right knee injury, and the doubtful designation indicates that Allen is likely to remain out for a third consecutive game. This means Royce O'Neale will have another opportunity to start, with
Collin Gillespie and
Jordan Goodwin logging more minutes in the backcourt. O'Neale and Goodwin have both struggled for consistency in recent games and are risky fantasy options, though it's a good matchup against the eighth-worst defense in the Association.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 23, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers forward
Rui Hachimura (groin) has been listed as out for Tuesday's game against the Phoenix Suns. He has a sore right groin and is considered day-to-day. It's possible Hachimura can return to the lineup on Christmas Day against the Houston Rockets. In Tuesday's matchup,
Jake LaRavia and
Jarred Vanderbilt will cover for Hachimura. LaRavia is the better fantasy option, but Vanderbilt has recently impressed with his rebounding, averaging 7.7 boards per game over the last three contests. It could be another busy night on the glass for him against the Suns, who are ranked 20th in rebounding rate.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 23, 2025
Minnesota Timberwolves forward
Jaden McDaniels (oblique) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's tilt against the New York Knicks. He sustained a left oblique contusion in Sunday's win over the Milwaukee Bucks, exiting the contest after logging just nine minutes of playing time. Due to the injury, McDaniels may now have to sit out his second game of the season.
Mike Conley started the second half in McDaniels' place on Sunday and may keep the spot for Tuesday's matchup. However, the veteran floor general just returned from injury and could see limited minutes.
Jaylen Clark and
Terrence Shannon Jr. might also benefit from McDaniels' absence, but neither is a reliable fantasy option.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 23, 2025
Toronto Raptors center
Jakob Poeltl (back) won't play on Tuesday night against the Miami Heat. He aggravated a back problem on Sunday against the Brooklyn Nets, playing only seven minutes. Poeltl had missed the previous two games. The Raptors are having a great campaign, but it's a worrying situation with Poeltl, who has been dealing with the back injury since the preseason.
Sandro Mamukelashvili is likely to jump back into the starting five on Tuesday. He has notched 16.8 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game in four previous starts this campaign. On Tuesday, Mamukelashvili will have a decent fantasy matchup, as the Heat give up the third-most rebounds to opposing centers.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 23, 2025
Washington Wizards forward
Khris Middleton (knee) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Tuesday's matchup against the Charlotte Hornets. The veteran is managing a right knee injury and didn't play in Sunday's loss to the San Antonio Spurs as Washington wrapped up a back-to-back. Middleton has done a decent job in limited minutes this season, posting 10.2 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game. However, he had a very poor performance in his last outing, finishing with only six points on 1-for-9 shooting in 22 minutes against the Memphis Grizzlies. Relying on Middleton to deliver a bounce-back performance on Tuesday carries significant risk.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 23, 2025
Washington Wizards guard/forward
Corey Kispert (thumb) has been cleared to return to action on Tuesday against the Charlotte Hornets. He has missed nearly a month due to a fractured right shoulder. Kispert has been used as a bench contributor this season, averaging 8.8 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.7 assists in 19.9 minutes. He is among Washington's best three-point shooters, nailing 40.3 percent of his attempts from deep. On Tuesday, it likely won't be raining threes in this matchup, as Charlotte allows the fourth-fewest three-point attempts in the league.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 23, 2025
Washington Wizards guard/forward
Bilal Coulibaly (ankle) is considered questionable for Tuesday's matchup against the Charlotte Hornets. The seventh pick of the 2023 draft recently returned from a quadriceps injury, but he managed to play only one game before picking up an ankle issue. The new injury may now sideline him for a third consecutive game.
Justin Champagnie and
Tre Johnson have had opportunities to play more whenever Coulibaly has missed time. On Tuesday, Kris Middleton (knee) and
Corey Kispert (thumb) will be back in the fold, complicating the situation.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 23, 2025
Sacramento Kings guard/forward
Zach LaVine (ankle) will miss a fourth consecutive game on Tuesday against the Detroit Pistons. The team announced last Tuesday that LaVine had been diagnosed with a moderate left ankle sprain and would be re-evaluated in one week, but he has already been officially ruled out for the meeting with Detroit. LaVine's next opportunity to return will come during a back-to-back set this weekend against the Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers. In LaVine's absence,
Precious Achiuwa has joined the starting lineup, but his fantasy production has been modest.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 22, 2025
New Orleans Saints tight end
Juwan Johnson has been a steady producer for most of the 2025 season, recording 70 receptions for 733 yards and three touchdowns on 93 targets across 15 games. Johnson posted one of his better performances in Week 16 against the New York Jets, hauling in eight catches for 89 yards on nine targets. The Saints placed wideout
Devaughn Vele (shoulder) on Injured Reserve leading into the game, which cements Johnson's status as the number two pass-catcher in New Orleans behind star wideout
Chris Olave. While Johnson may not have major upside, he's recorded just one game with fewer than four receptions since Week 6. Behind rookie quarterback
Tyler Shough, the Saints are playing some of their best football of the season in recent weeks and face another favorable matchup in Week 17 against the Tennessee Titans. Fantasy managers should feel comfortable viewing Johnson as a high-floor streamer option off the waiver wire at the tight end position.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
December 22, 2025
Across 14 games this season, Chicago Bears rookie tight end
Colston Loveland has recorded 42 receptions for 528 yards and four touchdowns on 58 targets. The 21-year-old has provided remarkably consistent production in the second half of the year. Loveland has recorded no fewer than three and no more than four receptions in each of his last seven games. In that stretch, he's also logged between four and six targets and between 29 and 63 receiving yards in every outing. With Bears wideouts
Rome Odunze (foot) and
Luther Burden III (ankle) potentially set to miss the team's Week 17 matchup against the San Francisco 49ers, Loveland could finally see a production spike. Even if his role remains the same, he's a good bet to continue to provide around 10 PPR fantasy points. In leagues where he remains available, Loveland should be viewed as a low-end TE1 option for fantasy managers to target on the waiver wire.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
December 22, 2025
Across 10 games in 2025, Jacksonville Jaguars tight end
Brenton Strange has hauled in 37 catches for 434 yards and two touchdowns on 49 targets. The 24-year-old had his season interrupted by a hip injury that sidelined him from Week 6 through Week 11, but he's stayed healthy since then, and his production appears to be trending in the right direction. Strange tied his season high with seven targets in Week 16 against the Denver Broncos, recording five catches for 39 yards and a touchdown. Between wide receivers
Jakobi Meyers,
Brian Thomas Jr., and
Parker Washington, the Jaguars have other capable pass-catchers who could steal opportunities away from Strange. However, Jaguars quarterback
Trevor Lawrence has thrown for 609 yards and eight touchdowns over the last two weeks and appears to be leading the Jacksonville offense to new heights. Strange carries streamer appeal in deeper leagues heading into his Week 17 matchup against the Indianapolis Colts.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
December 22, 2025
Houston Texans tight end
Dalton Schultz has been a steady contributor throughout the 2025 season, recording 75 catches for 685 yards and three touchdowns on 98 targets across 15 games. While he may not be the most explosive player at the tight end position, Schultz provides a relatively stable production floor. Entering his Week 17 matchup against the Los Angeles Chargers, the 29-year-old has earned at least five targets and recorded at least 10 PPR fantasy points in six out of his last eight games. Outside of star Texans wideout
Nico Collins, Schultz may be the most trusted pass-catching option for Houston quarterback
C.J. Stroud. In leagues where he remains available, Schultz can be viewed as a viable streamer at the tight end position for fantasy managers to target on the waiver wire heading into Week 17.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
December 22, 2025
Detroit Lions rookie wide receiver
Isaac TeSlaa had the best game of his young career in Week 16, recording four catches for 52 yards and a touchdown on seven targets against the Pittsburgh Steelers. While TeSlaa has hauled in just 12 receptions on the season, the 23-year-old has turned five of those catches into touchdowns. Most encouragingly, TeSlaa's playing time has spiked in recent weeks. After failing to play more than 28 offensive snaps in any game from Week 1 through Week 12, TeSlaa has now played at least 41 offensive snaps in each of Detroit's last four contests. He's been a favorite end-zone target of Lions quarterback
Jared Goff in that stretch, recording three touchdown catches. Additionally, top Lions wideout
Amon-Ra St. Brown (knee) was listed as a non-participant on Monday's injury report ahead of the team's Week 17 matchup against the Minnesota Vikings on Christmas Day. Based on his touchdown potential and emerging role in Detroit, TeSlaa could be worth targeting on the waiver wire for deep-league fantasy managers.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
December 22, 2025
Across 15 games this season, Chicago Bears wide receiver
Olamide Zaccheaus has hauled in 39 receptions for 313 yards and two touchdowns on 65 targets. While his numbers don't jump off the page, Zaccheaus has moved into a more prominent role in the Chicago offense in recent weeks, thanks to injuries to Bears wideouts
Rome Odunze (foot) and
Luther Burden III (ankle). With both Odunze and Burden III sidelined in Week 16, Zaccheaus played 86% of his team's offensive snaps and was targeted five times. Odunze is dealing with a stress fracture in his foot that has held him out since Week 13 and may keep him on the shelf through the end of the regular season. Since Odunze went out, Zaccheaus has played at least 79% of Chicago's offensive snaps in every game. While it has not led to big production yet, Zaccheaus may be in line for another game of significant playing time in Week 17 against the San Francisco 49ers. He could be a viable injury replacement for deep-league fantasy managers off the waiver wire.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
December 22, 2025
Orlando Magic small forward
Tristan da Silva (shoulder) has been ruled out for Monday's contest against the Golden State Warriors. da Silva was listed as questionable heading into Monday night, but with the Magic on the first night of a back-to-back, they are resting him for Tuesday night. The 24-year-old forward has averaged 9.7 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 1.2 assists in over 23 minutes per game. With da Silva inactive and starter
Franz Wagner (knee/ankle) already out, look for
Jett Howard and
Noah Penda to see more minutes against the Warriors. da Silva will miss his third straight game, but look for him to return Tuesday night against the Portland Trail Blazers.
--Nathan HarveySource: Jason Beede
December 22, 2025
Orlando Magic guard
Jalen Suggs (hip) has been ruled out for Monday's contest against the Golden State Warriors. Suggs is set to miss his third straight game with a left hip contusion as the Magic play the first night of a back-to-back. The fifth-year guard has started in all 21 games this season, averaging 15.4 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 4.8 assists per game. With Suggs inactive for their game against the Warriors, look for
Tre Jones to see more minutes, while
Paolo Banchero will be a primary ball handler as well. In the last two games, Banchero has averaged 25/12/10 on over 40 minutes on the floor. With the Magic traveling to face the Trail Blazers on Tuesday, look for Suggs to be questionable again.
--Nathan HarveySource: Jason Beede
December 22, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers guard/forward
Quentin Grimes (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's game against Brooklyn. Grimes got the start in Saturday's win over the Dallas Mavericks, finishing with six points, seven assists, and two steals. He still has a chance to start on Tuesday if
Dominick Barlow (illness) isn't available. However, if both players are cleared to suit up, Grimes will likely head back to the bench, decreasing his fantasy upside for the favorable meeting with the Nets.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
December 22, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder forward
Aaron Wiggins (adductor) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Wiggins is set to miss his second straight game due to right adductor soreness. The fifth-year forward has been a vital part of the Thunder rotation this season, averaging 11.9 points, 3.1 rebounds, and 1.8 assists in 24 minutes per game. With Wiggins and multiple other key pieces out for the game against the Grizzlies, expect the Thunder to play a lot of "small-ball," with center
Branden Carlson and power forward
Kenrich Williams seeing more minutes. The Thunder travel to face the San Antonio Spurs on Tuesday, where Wiggins should be considered questionable to play.
--Nathan HarveySource: Clemente Almanza
December 22, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers forward
Dominick Barlow (illness) is questionable for Tuesday's matchup against Brooklyn. Like many players around the NBA, he's not feeling well, so fantasy managers will need to wait and see how things play out. Barlow is easily having the best season of his career, averaging 9.1 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 1.8 assists. His three-point percentage isn't great, although he's certainly still exceeded expectations. If Barlow can't suit up,
Jabari Walker, averaging 2.0 points and 3.2 rebounds in five starts this season, might find his way back into the starting lineup. However, his upside is limited as long as
Tyrese Maxey,
Paul George, and
Joel Embiid (knee), who is probable, are on the floor.
--Dennis ClausenSource: NBA Injury Report
December 22, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers center
Deandre Ayton (elbow) has come off the injury report ahead of Tuesday's clash against his former team, the Phoenix Suns. An elbow injury kept Ayton sidelined for two games, allowing
Jaxson Hayes to work as a starter.
Jarred Vanderbilt also had a larger workload in the frontcourt. He may still see additional action on Tuesday due to
Rui Hachimura's (groin) absence. Ayton's last appearance was against the Suns, and he did a good job showing what they are missing. In 30 minutes, the 27-year-old big man had 20 points, 13 rebounds, one block, and two steals in a 116-114 win on Dec. 14.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
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