December 27, 2025

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins only has 49 catches for 720 yards in 13 games this season. On the other hand, he's certainly made up for it by amassing 10 touchdowns, tying him with Jaxon Smith-Njigba for the third-highest mark at the position. Granted, fantasy managers would love to see more volume for the former Clemson Tiger. Still, not many (if any) can say that they have scored at least once in six of their last seven appearances. With a favorable matchup with the injury-plagued Cardinals defense on tap for Week 17, Higgins' ceiling is as high as ever. Keep him starting in all fantasy formats.--Dennis Clausen
Source: ESPN

December 27, 2025

Buffalo Bills running back Ray Davis (knee) has logged a week of full practice participation and was viewed as a valuable handcuff coming into Week 17. Fortunately for most fantasy managers, that handcuff is no longer required, as starting running back James Cook is at full health heading into a Week 17 matchup with the Eagles. Davis has put up 120 rushing yards on the year, an additional 51 receiving yards, and one touchdown through the air. With Cook currently leading the race for this year's rushing crown, it seems unlikely that Davis will see much run against an uncharacteristically beatable Eagles front, and he can be dropped wherever roster flexibility is needed for Championship weekend.--Patrick McGrath
Source: RotoBaller

December 27, 2025

Buffalo Bills tight end Dawson Knox (knee) is listed as questionable for Week 17 against the Philadelphia Eagles. Knox was unable to practice on Wednesday and Thursday but returned on a limited basis on Friday, opening the door for him to play this week. Knox cooled off last week, hauling in just one pass for 10 yards against the Cleveland Browns, which ended his two-game production surge. The matchup is almost as tough as they come, as the Eagles have given up the second-fewest fantasy points to tight ends this season. With Dalton Kincaid (knee) also questionable entering Week 17, Knox could be more of a focal point against the Eagles, but he's still a risky TE2 given his injury and the tough matchup.--Nathan Harvey
Source: Pro Football Reference

December 27, 2025

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Ja'Marr Chase hasn't scored a touchdown since the Week 7 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers. However, the wideout continues to produce at an exceptional level and has benefited from his league-leading 166 targets. The Bengals aren't going to the playoffs. Still, the team will look for a strong finish to the season in hopes that the momentum will carry over into the 2026 campaign. Without question, Tee Higgins has been the go-to end zone target for Joe Burrow, although there should be plenty of opportunities for Chase to have another productive performance in an advantageous matchup with the Arizona Cardinals. Not only that, but the former LSU Tiger has a real chance to be the week's highest-scoring option at the position, considering the Bengals are projected to put up the most points in Week 17.--Dennis Clausen
Source: ESPN

December 27, 2025

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Joshua Palmer struggled in Week 16, catching his only target for two yards in the Bills' victory over the Cleveland Browns. Despite both Gabe Davis and Keon Coleman being healthy inactive last week, Palmer failed to capitalize on his opportunities. Palmer has dealt with injuries in his first season in Buffalo, suffering a high-ankle sprain that cost him four weeks earlier in the season. The Bills face the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 17, who have allowed the second-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers this season. Star cornerback Quinyon Mitchell is likely to shadow the top receiver in Buffalo, and that assignment could be Palmer. With him already struggling entering this brutal matchup, Palmer is in a tough spot this week.--Nathan Harvey
Source: Pro Football Reference

December 27, 2025

Buffalo Bills tight end Dalton Kincaid (knee) is listed as questionable for Week 17 against the Philadelphia Eagles. Kincaid missed practice on Wednesday and Thursday but returned on a limited basis on Friday. Injuries have limited the third-year tight end, who suffered a PCL sprain in 2024 and already missed three games this season with a hamstring injury. If he's active, he faces a Philadelphia Eagles defense that has allowed the second-fewest fantasy points to tight ends this season. With Dawson Knox (knee) also questionable for Week 17, Kincaid could see more snaps, but given the tough matchup and his injury status, he's a risky option at tight end this week.--Nathan Harvey
Source: Pro Football Reference

December 27, 2025

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Tyrell Shavers hauled in one of two targets for 21 yards in Week 16's victory over the Cleveland Browns. Despite the Bills being without Gabe Davis and Keon Coleman, both healthy inactives in Week 16, Shavers failed to capitalize on his opportunities, as the Bills totaled fewer than 100 passing yards. The second-year receiver will hope for a bounce-back in Week 17 against the Philadelphia Eagles, who have allowed the eighth-fewest fantasy points to wide receivers this season. However, there is still a window for Shavers this week. Khalil Shakir is likely to see a lot of slot corner Cooper DeJean, and Joshua Palmer is expected to be shadowed by star cornerback Quinyon Mitchell. Quarterback Josh Allen has been electric at home this season, and both tight ends, Dawson Knox (knee) and Dalton Kincaid (knee), are questionable entering this week. While he's too risky to start in fantasy championships this week, Shavers could be a cheap DFS option against the Eagles.--Nathan Harvey
Source: Pro Football Reference

December 27, 2025

Buffalo Bills wide receiver Khalil Shakir hauled in four of five targets for 34 yards in the 23-20 victory over the Cleveland Browns. Despite being the Bills' current WR1, Shakir has struggled over the last four weeks, averaging three receptions for 30 yards. He is averaging 10.5 PPR points per game, ranking WR42 (the second-lowest among WR1s in the NFL). He faces the Philadelphia Eagles, who have allowed the second-fewest fantasy points to slot receivers this season. Second-year corner Cooper DeJean has been stellar this season, and fantasy managers should take notice before considering Shakir in their Week 17 starting lineups. While Josh Allen has been spectacular at home this season, given Shakir's recent struggles and a tough matchup, he is better off out of starting lineups on fantasy championship weekend.--Nathan Harvey
Source: Pro Football Reference

December 27, 2025

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook was dominant in Week 16's win over the Cleveland Browns, totaling 134 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns on just 17 touches. Cook has ascended once again in the 2025 season, jumping from 79.2 scrimmage yards per game in 2024 to 121.3 this season. He currently leads the NFL in rushing yards and ranks RB6 in PPR formats. The Bills host the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 17, who have allowed the eighth-most fantasy points to running backs this season. While star defensive tackle Jalen Carter will be active this week for the Eagles, Cook and the Bills are running the ball with ease, so fantasy managers should expect more dominance from the fourth-year back.--Nathan Harvey
Source: Pro Football Reference

December 27, 2025

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (foot) is off the injury report and is good to go in Week 17 against the Philadelphia Eagles. Allen injured his foot in the first half of Week 16's win over the Cleveland Browns but practiced all week and has no injury designation in Week 17. The reigning MVP is coming off his worst fantasy performance since 2018, totaling 130 passing yards and 17 rushing yards. Allen will look to bounce back against an Eagles defense that has allowed the sixth-fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks this season. However, Allen's dominance at home has been well demonstrated this season, as he's averaged 30.8 fantasy points per game in the seven contests they've played in Buffalo. With them chasing the Patriots for the AFC East title, Allen should be viewed as a top-end QB1 in Week 17.--Nathan Harvey
Source: Pro Football Reference

December 27, 2025

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 Bills last week. However, the team tried to get Bond involved via a trick play for 21 yards on the Browns' opening drive. The young rookie appears to be part of the Browns' offensive game plan, averaging 45% snaps and 58% route participation since Week 12, edging out fellow wide receiver Cedric Tillman for playtime. Bond offers big-play potential and, with rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders as the starter, he is carving out his niche as a vertical threat. Sanders' preferred target, rookie tight end Harold Fannin Jr. (groin), popped up on the injury report Friday, and he is pushing to play on Sunday. However, if Fannin Jr. does miss time, Bond would be in line to benefit from additional looks against a tough Steelers' pass defense. Bond is an extremely risky start with big-play potential and is best suited for DFS dart throws or desperate deep-league managers looking for volatility.--Matt McCauley
Source: ESPN

December 27, 2025

New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson has maintained a significant role in the team's backfield despite the emergence of rookie TreVeyon Henderson. Stevenson should remain involved during Sunday's Week 17 contest against the New York Jets. Several factors point in his favor this week, starting with his role. Henderson (concussion) is questionable, and if he doesn't clear concussion protocol in time, Stevenson would handle the lead-back role, likely playing more than 80% of the snaps. Additionally, Stevenson's managers should be excited about the game script. The Patriots are favored by 13.5 points, and this spread suggests that New England could frequently run the ball or throw it short to minimize turnovers and run out the clock. That works in Stevenson's favor because he has 26 carries and eight catches over his last three games. Furthermore, there will be more opportunities to go around with Kayshon Boutte (concussion) and Mack Hollins (abdomen) ruled out. These injuries could lead to more carries and targets for members of the backfield, including Stevenson. Finally, the 27-year-old gets a very favorable matchup against the Jets, who have allowed the most touchdowns and the third-most fantasy points to opposing running backs in 2025. If Henderson is inactive, Stevenson can be a high-end RB2 in fantasy football. However, even if Henderson plays, Stevenson is an appealing RB3/flex option.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

December 27, 2025

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry should handle a larger target share in Sunday's Week 17 contest against the New York Jets. Quarterback Drake Maye could look Henry's way more often after wide receivers Mack Hollins (abdomen) and Kayshon Boutte (concussion) were both ruled out. Furthermore, DeMario Douglas (hamstring) is listed as questionable. The Patriots have done a good job spreading the ball around this year, so naturally, there should be more targets available for Henry with Hollins, Boutte, and possibly Douglas all sidelined. Furthermore, the veteran tight end should benefit from this week's matchup against the Jets. New York has allowed the 13th-most fantasy points and eighth-most touchdowns to tight ends in 2025. Henry, who is coming off a big game with six catches, 35 yards, and a touchdown, will remain a top target and scoring threat in New England this week. He ranks as the overall TE6 in RotoBaller's latest fantasy football rankings.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

December 27, 2025

New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson (concussion) could feast in a very favorable Week 17 matchup against the New York Jets, but only if he's active. The rookie entered concussion protocol during last Sunday's win over the Baltimore Ravens, and although he has progressed through the five-stage protocol very quickly, he still hasn't officially been cleared to play. As a result, he is listed as questionable to play on Sunday. If Henderson ends up being cleared, he should operate as a strong RB1 option in fantasy football. He had 161 scrimmage yards and two touchdowns in his last healthy game, and this week, he faces off against a Jets defense that has allowed the most touchdowns and the third-most fantasy points to opposing running backs in 2025. In his last game against the Jets, when Rhamondre Stevenson was inactive, Henderson amassed 62 rushing yards, 31 receiving yards, and three touchdowns. Stevenson may eat into his workload slightly this week, but if Henderson is active, he'll be the team's most productive option out of the backfield. The rookie should rank as a top-12 fantasy running back if active.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller

December 27, 2025

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is looking to build off an impressive win over the Baltimore Ravens in which he had 380 passing yards, 25 rushing yards, and a pair of touchdowns. He takes on the New York Jets in Week 17, and while this favorable matchup could see the Patriots run the ball often, Maye still has a chance to rack up fantasy points and touchdowns. The Jets have allowed the ninth-most fantasy points and seventh-most passing touchdowns to opposing quarterbacks in 2025, which is good news for Maye and his fantasy managers. In his last game against the Jets, he amassed 281 passing yards, one touchdown, and zero turnovers. However, there's bad news, too: the Patriots' receiving corps is limping into Week 17. At the wide receiver position, Kayshon Boutte (concussion) is ruled out, Mack Hollins (abdomen) is ruled out, and DeMario Douglas (hamstring) is listed as questionable. Maye's top passing options in the passing game will be Stefon Diggs, Kyle Williams, and Hunter Henry. Those are three dependable targets, but Maye will have fewer options if he's looking to spread the ball around. Despite the depleted supporting cast, we still expect Maye to take full advantage of this very favorable matchup. He ranks as a top-five fantasy quarterback for Week 17.--Andersen Pickard
Source: RotoBaller