December 13, 2025
Cincinnati Bengals tight end
Mike Gesicki is coming off his best game of the 2025 campaign, catching all six targets for 86 yards. He also found the end zone for the first time this season. Naturally, his stock is much higher after that performance. It increased even more once
Tee Higgins (concussion) was ruled out. That means extra targets will be up for grabs in the Week 15 rematch with the Ravens. While
Ja'Marr Chase and
Chase Brown are the favorites to see the most attention from
Joe Burrow, that's not to say Gesicki won't be more involved (and productive) than usual. As a result, the veteran can be utilized for streaming purposes in any fantasy format on Sunday versus Baltimore in a contest that is projected to feature plenty of offense from both sides.
--Dennis ClausenSource: ESPN
December 13, 2025
Cincinnati Bengals running back
Samaje Perine had 14 attempts in the Week 13 win over the Baltimore Ravens. He also logged a season-high 33 offensive snaps. As a result, many assumed the 30-year-old would continue to have more of a role in the recent loss to the Buffalo Bills. However, that didn't happen, with Perine ending the day with 31 yards off six carries. All things considered, Perine should remain in the mix in the Week 15 rematch with Baltimore, although he'll likely receive the residual touches left over by
Chase Brown. That's not to say he can't or won't find the end zone, but the odds aren't in his favor.
--Dennis ClausenSource: ESPN
December 13, 2025
The Pittsburgh Steelers recorded two sacks and one interception while surrendering 22 points to the Baltimore Ravens in a Week 14 win. Their Week 15 home matchup against the Miami Dolphins is a favorable one, especially in the cold weather, but Pittsburgh will still be tested on Monday night. Star edge rusher T.J. Watt (lung) will miss the contest after undergoing surgery to repair a partially collapsed lung earlier this week. To make matters worse, All-Pro defensive tackle Cam Heyward (knee), rookie defensive tackle Derrick Harmon (knee), and rising defensive back James Pierre (calf) all missed practice on Friday and should be considered questionable. Given the weather and low projected point total, fantasy managers could get away with starting the Steelers DST, but expectations should be held in check.
--Jorden HillSource: Pro Football Reference
December 13, 2025
The New Orleans Saints D/ST allowed 20 points and recorded one interception in Week 14's victory against the Buccaneers. This marked only the second game this season in which the defense did not record a sack. They were without veteran safety Justin Reid, who is now listed as questionable (knee) for Week 15's matchup against the Panthers. In their first meeting this season in Week 10, the Saints D/ST forced
Bryce Young to beat them through the air, allowing just seven points while recording two sacks, an interception, a blocked kick, and a fumble recovery. Currently ranked 18th on RotoBaller, the Saints D/ST has upside if they can once again contain a streaky Panthers offense.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: NFL.com
December 13, 2025
New Orleans Saints tight end
Juwan Johnson caught all four of his targets for 38 yards in Week 14's victory over the Buccaneers. His receptions led the team, and he has now recorded at least four catches or a touchdown in each of his last seven contests. Over his last three games, Johnson ranks as the fourth-most-targeted tight end in the league and has consistently dominated the Saints' tight end room in snap share. However, with the offense leaning more toward the run in Week 14, his snap count dropped to 53%, the second-lowest mark of the season. His lowest snap share came in Week 10 against the Panthers, when he also posted a career-best 92 yards and a touchdown. Expect Johnson to bounce back this week.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: NFL.com
December 13, 2025
New Orleans Saints wide receiver
Devaughn Vele recorded three receptions for 40 yards on five targets in the Week 14 victory against the Buccaneers. Both his targets and yardage led the team, as Vele has continued to carve out a larger role in the offense since
Rashid Shaheed's departure. Over his last three games, he has totaled 14 receptions for 170 yards and one touchdown, averaging 12.1 yards per catch. He has also led the team in snap share each of the past three weeks, including 93% last week. Despite his increased role, Vele remains a risky option given the overall inconsistencies of the Saints' offense. He has the opportunity to produce a solid fantasy performance each week, but his floor is low, making him a weekly WR3/WR4 with matchup-dependent upside.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: NFL.com
December 13, 2025
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver
Cooper Kupp caught his second touchdown of the season in last week's blowout win over the Atlanta Falcons, finishing with two receptions for 35 yards on three targets. The former Los Angeles Rams wideout has been held under 35 receiving yards in each of the past four games, with Seattle's passing offense revolving entirely around
Jaxon Smith-Njigba. The 32-year-old has only recorded more than three receptions in three of 12 games in his first season in Seattle, and hasn't done so since Week 5. Kupp should remain out of lineups for Week 15's matchup against the Indianapolis Colts.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Pro Football Reference
December 13, 2025
New Orleans Saints wide receiver
Chris Olave recorded three receptions for 30 yards on five targets in the Week 14 win against the Buccaneers. His muted performance was a surprise, given he had recorded at least 54 yards or a touchdown in every other game this season. He now faces the Panthers, against whom he put up a season-high 104 receiving yards and a touchdown in Week 10. Carolina allows the seventh-fewest PPR points per game to receivers, though New Orleans dominated through the air in their first meeting with 282 passing yards. Olave remains the top option in the Saints' passing game and could be in line for a strong bounce-back showing in Week 15. He ranks as a strong WR2 with upside this week.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: NFL.com
December 13, 2025
Cincinnati Bengals kicker
Evan McPherson had a career-high six field goals in the Week 13 win over the Baltimore Ravens. However, his services weren't needed much in the recent loss to the Buffalo Bills, ending the day without an attempt. With that said, McPherson has been a top-10 fantasy kicker this season. While it's illogical to assume the 26-year-old will have another career showing, he's still a must-start in the rematch versus Baltimore in Week 15 in a game that should feature plenty of scoring from both sides.
--Dennis ClausenSource: ESPN
December 13, 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers kicker
Chris Boswell drilled both of his field goal attempts and converted all three extra-point tries in a Week 14 victory over the Baltimore Ravens. This week, he'll face a more difficult challenge against the Miami Dolphins. Miami's defense has stepped up as of late, surrendering just over 13 points per game across its past four contests. Additionally, cold temperatures and strong winds on Monday night could pose problems for both the Steelers' offense and Boswell. With this AFC showdown projected to be relatively low-scoring, fantasy managers may want to consider other options in more appealing matchups. Still, Boswell remains one of the most consistent kickers in the NFL and can be trusted as such in Week 15.
--Jorden HillSource: RotoBaller
December 13, 2025
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver
Jalen Nailor has been uninvolved in the offense since posting a career high 124 yards and a touchdown on five catches (six targets) in Week 10 against the Baltimore Ravens. Nailor has totaled just four catches for 46 yards on six targets in four games since that game.
J.J. McCarthy and the Vikings offense showed signs of life last week in a dominant performance against a poor Washington Commanders defense. Still, the 26-year-old wideout should be considered a desperation play entering Week 15's Sunday night matchup against the Dallas Cowboys defense, who have been even worse than the Commanders against wide receivers, allowing the most PPR points per game to the position.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Pro Football Reference
December 13, 2025
Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver
Andrei Iosivas has only two touchdowns this season after finding the end zone six times in 2024. With
Tee Higgins (concussion) sidelined heading into the Week 15 game versus Baltimore, Iosivas has gained more attention from fantasy managers in need of a streaming option. Higgins wasn't available in Week 13 against the Ravens, although Iosivas didn't benefit, catching only one pass for 29 yards. Cincinnati and Baltimore will do it again on Sunday. However, despite Higgins' absence,
Joe Burrow still has plenty of options at his disposal, meaning Iosivas isn't a lock to see an uptick in targets. While the 26-year-old has a higher upside than normal, he still isn't a safe option. Fantasy managers should proceed with caution.
--Dennis ClausenSource: ESPN
December 13, 2025
New Orleans Saints running back
Devin Neal rushed 19 times for 70 yards and a touchdown in the Week 14 win against the Buccaneers, adding 14 yards on his lone reception. Neal dominated the New Orleans backfield, playing 71% of the snaps, while the next closest running back,
Audric Estime, logged just three carries. He was limited in practice this week with an abdominal injury, but is off the injury report and good to go for Sunday. With
Alvin Kamara already ruled out for Week 15 against the Panthers, Neal should continue to carry the bulk of the workload. He faces a Carolina defense allowing the eighth-most PPR points per game to running backs, and he could see added upside if his involvement in the passing game increases.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: NFL.com
December 13, 2025
New Orleans Saints quarterback
Tyler Shough completed 13-of-20 passes for 144 yards and one interception in the Week 14 win over the Buccaneers, doing most of his damage as a runner. Shough turned in a career-best rushing performance, carrying the ball seven times for 55 yards and two touchdowns, including an impressive 34-yard score to start the third quarter. He now turns his attention to the Panthers, who, following the Buccaneers' loss on Thursday, sit atop the NFC South. When these teams last met in Week 10, Shough threw for 282 yards and two touchdowns in his first career victory. The Panthers allow the eighth-fewest fantasy points to quarterbacks, though Shough has shown the ability to put the team on his back, whether through the air or on the ground, to keep games competitive. He ranks as a QB2 this week and is worth starting in superflex formats.
--Dakota Legg - RotoBallerSource: NFL.com
December 13, 2025
Although Pittsburgh Steelers tight end
Pat Freiermuth's fantasy value has been almost entirely touchdown-dependent this season, he could see more opportunities than usual on Monday night against the Miami Dolphins. Miami's defense has been strong in recent weeks, but it has still struggled to contain opposing tight ends. On the season, the Dolphins have surrendered the third-most fantasy points per contest to the position. Furthermore, fellow tight end
Darnell Washington (concussion) has not yet cleared the league's concussion protocol and should be considered questionable to suit up. While Freiermuth's role has been inconsistent at best, he has been more efficient with his touches than
Jonnu Smith. He shouldn't be considered a reliable option in most redraft formats, but Freiermuth could be a sneaky play in deeper fantasy leagues this week.
--Jorden HillSource: RotoBaller
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