December 9, 2025
Seattle Seahawks wide receiver
Cooper Kupp finished Week 14 as the WR19 in half-PPR formats, but it came largely on the back of a walk-in touchdown that helped to mask his low volume. Kupp has rarely been taken off the field this year, but in a passing offense run almost entirely through
Jaxon Smith-Njigba, he has failed to earn more than four targets in six of his last seven outings, and Sunday's touchdown marked only his second in a Seahawks uniform. Across 12 games this season, he has topped 40 receiving yards only three times, and only once since Week 6. While fantasy managers may have relied on him throughout the year as an injury or bye week replacement, it is unlikely he finds a way into any starting lineups for the fantasy playoffs, and he is best left on the waiver wire.
--Patrick McGrathSource: RotoBaller
December 9, 2025
The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal writes that a trade of Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star second baseman
Ketel Marte might take time for teams to warm to Arizona's asking price, which one rival executive described as a "superstar-type return." Marte is owed a reasonable $102.5 million over the next six seasons, with $41 million deferred and the payouts not starting until 10 years after the money is earned. Any interested team would need to be comfortable with Marte's clubhouse fit and the acquisition cost. Rosenthal adds that the D-backs might need the market to play out for "clubs to become more desperate." The Boston Red Sox are among the teams interested in the switch-hitter, with three unidentified teams also in the mix. Arizona is seeking young pitching, and trading Marte would allow them to clear payroll and inject talent. After the 10th day of the 2026 season, Marte will gain full no-trade protection, so if he's dealt, it will most likely be before the start of next season.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Ken Rosenthal
December 9, 2025
Tennessee Titans rookie wide receiver
Elic Ayomanor caught his first touchdown since Week 3 during Sunday's win over the Cleveland Browns. Ayomanor finished with just the one catch for 14 yards on three targets, but it was good to see him find the end zone again after an eight-game drought. The rookie fourth-rounder has held down a full-time role for the Titans this season, playing 81.5% of the snaps in 11 games. He's had a decent season, considering how poor the Titans' offense has been, totaling 30 receptions for 353 yards and three touchdowns on 67 targets. He missed the Week 12 game due to a hamstring injury and has faded in Tennessee's passing attack since the Week 10 bye, recording four receptions for 30 yards and a touchdown on 12 targets. While his target share gives him a decent floor, Ayomanor still profiles as a flex option in deep leagues in Week 15 against the San Francisco 49ers.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Pro Football Reference
December 9, 2025
Chicago White Sox outfielder
Luis Robert Jr. is being linked to the San Diego Padres by Bruce Levine of 670 The Score. Meanwhile, the White Sox are being linked to right-hander
Dustin May, reliever
Pete Fairbanks, and hitters
Mike Tauchman,
Ryan O'Hearn, and
Jake Meyers. This offseason could finally be the time that the White Sox trade Robert after picking up his $20 million option for the 2026 season in early November. The 28-year-old Cuban has elite physical skills both on offense and defense, but staying healthy has been an issue. Robert was unable to play more than 98 games in his first three years in the majors, and he's only played over 100 games in two of his six seasons. He has slashed just .223/.288/.372 while dealing with injuries the last two years, but his 38-homer, 20-steal season in 2023 continues to tempt teams. A trade to SD might only be possible if the Friars do the unthinkable and send
Fernando Tatis Jr. packing.
--Keith HernandezSource: 670 The Score - Bruce Levine
December 9, 2025
Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver
Tim Patrick had five receptions for 78 yards and a touchdown on six targets during Sunday's win over the division-rival Indianapolis Colts. Patrick posted season-best marks in catches and yards while scoring his third touchdown of the year. The 32-year-old wideout saw an uptick in snaps with
Parker Washington (hip) out of the lineup, playing 65.6% of the offensive snaps, his second-highest mark of the season. Patrick was acquired by the Jaguars from the Detroit Lions before the start of the regular season, and while he hasn't played a massive role, he's earned at least four targets in three of the past four games. Patrick still profiles as more of a deep-league option, but that could change if he stacks another performance like this. He'll be worth considering as a deep-league flex play in Week 15 against the New York Jets if Washington misses another game.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Pro Football Reference
December 9, 2025
Besides the New York Yankees, the New York Mets, San Francisco Giants, Philadelphia Phillies, Toronto Blue Jays, Los Angeles Angels, Cincinnati Reds, and Los Angeles Dodgers are interested in signing free-agent outfielder
Cody Bellinger, according to his agent, Scott Boras. The Phillies just re-signed designated hitter
Kyle Schwarber to a five-year, $150 million deal, so the Phillies are probably off the table for Bellinger. The 30-year-old's market is robust following a strong year in the Bronx in 2025, in which he hit .272/.334/.480 with an .813 OPS, 29 home runs, 98 RBI, 89 runs scored, and 13 stolen bases in 152 regular-season games. His 29 dingers were the most he's hit since his MVP campaign with the Dodgers in 2019. Moving away from Yankee Stadium won't be ideal for his 2026 fantasy value, but Bellinger is still a five-category asset that doesn't strike out often despite his big swing.
--Keith HernandezSource: Newsday - Erik Boland
December 9, 2025
Washington Commanders tight end
Ben Sinnott is in line for more opportunities after
Zach Ertz (knee) unfortunately suffered a torn ACL during Sunday's loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Sinnott has played just 26.9% of the snaps for Washington this season, operating as the team's third tight end behind Ertz and
John Bates. The second-year tight end has been solid as a blocker, but he hasn't seen many opportunities as a receiver with Ertz still clearly being a useful pass-catcher. Sinnott, a 2024 second-round pick, has strong athletic traits and should be expected to slot in as Washington's top receiving tight end for the rest of the season. In 29 career games, he's hauled in all nine of his targets for 69 yards and two touchdowns. He recorded a reception for eight yards on Washington's opening drive against the Vikings, but there's also a possibility that he splits reps with
Colson Yankoff. Sinnott is the better bet between the two because of his draft capital, and he profiles as a low-end TE2 for the Week 15 game against the division-rival New York Giants.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Pro Football Reference
December 9, 2025
Free-agent shortstop
Bo Bichette and the Boston Red Sox recently had a Zoom meeting, with Bichette coming away impressed with the team, sources told Ari Alexander. The Red Sox have made it known that they are very interested in signing Bichette, who is by far the top shortstop available on the open market this offseason. The 27-year-old might be a fallback option for Boston if they cannot re-sign
Alex Bregman following his strong 2025 season in Beantown. The 27-year-old Bichette has played only shortstop in the big leagues with Toronto when fully healthy, but teams that are interested in him this winter could move him to second base. If Boston were to sign Bichette, they could push him to the keystone, which would allow young infielder
Marcelo Mayer to play third if Bregman isn't brought back. Although a knee sprain late in the regular season caused him to miss time, Bichette's 2025 season was a big bounce-back campaign after an injury-plagued 2024. Since he became a full-time starter, he's hit .292 while averaging 19 homers and 10 stolen bases.
--Keith HernandezSource: Ari Alexander
December 9, 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said on Tuesday that tight end
Darnell Washington is in the league's concussion protocol. Washington hauled in one catch for 12 yards in Pittsburgh's win over the Baltimore Ravens before leaving with a concussion on Sunday. The 24-year-old has been operating as the Steelers' TE1 over the previous three weeks, playing 71.7% of the snaps and recording eight receptions for 134 yards on 11 targets. In the first nine games, Washington played only 56.9% of the snaps with 14 receptions (21 targets) for 142 yards and a touchdown. The third-year tight end will need to clear the protocol to suit up for the Week 15 game against the Miami Dolphins on Monday night. If Washington is ruled out,
Pat Freiermuth would be the primary beneficiary, with
Jonnu Smith and
Connor Heyward also seeing an uptick in playing time.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Mike DeFabo
December 9, 2025
The Indianapolis Colts are signing eight-time Pro Bowl quarterback Philip Rivers, who is coming out of retirement to rejoin his old team, according to Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. With
Daniel Jones suffering a torn Achilles in Sunday's game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, the Colts worked out Rivers on Tuesday and have now officially signed him to their practice squad. The 44-year-old signal-caller last played in the 2020 season, starting 16 games for the Colts and leading them to their most recent playoff berth. He completed 68% of his passes for 4,169 yards, 24 touchdowns, and 11 interceptions, and he should have a chance to immediately start for the Colts this season with rookie quarterback
Riley Leonard (knee) considered week-to-week with a Grade 1 PCL sprain, and
Anthony Richardson Sr. (eye) on Injured Reserve. The Colts will see how Rivers feels in practice on Wednesday and Thursday before determining how soon he can play. At best, Rivers will be a desperation QB2 option in deep superflex leagues if he starts this weekend against the Seahawks in Seattle.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Tom Pelissero
December 9, 2025
Notre Dame quarterback Kenny Minchey is entering the transfer portal after three seasons with the Irish, and he has already heard from schools in power conferences. According to On3.com, Florida, Wisconsin, Cincinnati, Texas Tech, and North Texas are programs to keep an eye on for his services. The 20-year-old lost the starting quarterback battle to redshirt-freshman CJ Carr in the preseason and is looking for a place to compete for QB1 duties. The Hendersonville, Tennessee native has completed 23 of his 26 passing attempts for 212 yards, zero touchdowns, and zero interceptions in his three-year career. He's added 96 yards and two scores as a runner.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: On3.com
December 9, 2025
New York Mets left-hander
David Peterson is generating interest in a "pretty active" trade market this offseason, and the Mets are open to moving the 2025 All-Star if they can find the right fit in a need-for-need type of trade, league sources told Tim Britton and Will Sammon of The Athletic. The Mets are in the market for an outfielder to replace
Brandon Nimmo, who was traded to the Texas Rangers for second baseman
Marcus Semien. They are also looking for a first baseman, designated hitter, and relief help. New York has a high asking price for Peterson, who has an affordable salary next season after two strong seasons. The 30-year-old southpaw might have struggled down the stretch in 2025, but he was the Mets' most reliable starter for the majority of the year, and he's posted a 3.67 ERA in 51 starts since coming back from hip surgery after the 2023 season. Peterson is entering his final season of team control and is projected to make $7.6 million in salary arbitration.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Tim Britton and Will Sammon
December 9, 2025
Chicago Bears wide receiver
Olamide Zaccheaus had more opportunities in the team's offense in Sunday's loss to the Green Bay Packers with
Rome Odunze sidelined by a foot injury. Zaccheaus played a healthy 79% of the offensive snaps, which was his second-highest total of the year, and he found the end zone for just the second time in 2025 in a 28-21 loss. However, despite seeing more snaps, Zaccheaus was targeted a mere three times and caught two passes for seven yards. Rookie
Luther Burden III didn't score a touchdown for the Bears, but he was more productive with Odunze inactive, catching four of a team-high six targets for 67 yards at Lambeau Field. Zaccheaus has not had more than two catches in a game since Week 9. The 28-year-old pass-catcher might be worth a look off the waiver wire this week if Odunze misses another game, but fantasy managers should still temper expectations going into Chicago's Week 15 matchup against the Browns. Zaccheaus is rostered in just 1% of Yahoo leagues.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com
December 9, 2025
Tennessee Titans running back
Tyjae Spears was overshadowed by
Tony Pollard in Sunday's 31-29 victory over the hosting Cleveland Browns in Week 14. Pollard had 25 carries for a whopping 161 yards and two touchdowns as he shredded Cleveland's defense on a snowy afternoon in Ohio. Still, Spears managed to touch the ball 12 times (eight carries, two receptions) and led the team with 28 receiving yards. The 24-year-old averaged just 2.4 yards on the ground and ran for 19 yards. Spears' eight carries and 12 total touches were the most he's seen since Oct. 26 against the Indianapolis Colts. It was a rare day for the Titans' offense where they could afford to give both Pollard and Spears plenty of work. That might not be the case in Week 15 against the San Francisco 49ers, but Spears' continued involvement as Tennessee's pass-catching back gives him some deep-league flex value in PPR fantasy leagues.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com
December 9, 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said on Tuesday that wide receiver
DK Metcalf (stomach) is "moving in the right direction" and that he doesn't think it'll "jeopardize" his availability for Monday night's game against the Miami Dolphins, according to ESPN's Brooke Pryor. Metcalf experienced stomach pains that resulted in a hospital visit in Baltimore following Sunday's big win over the Ravens. The 27-year-old wideout was taken to the hospital out of an abundance of caution, and he was cleared to leave the hospital to fly back to Pittsburgh on Monday. We'll keep a close eye on Metcalf's status this week, but barring a setback, it sounds like he'll be available for fantasy managers in a strong matchup in Week 15 -- the first week of the fantasy playoffs in most leagues. Metcalf will look to keep his momentum going if he's available on Monday after his second 100-yard game and a season-high 148 receiving yards in Sunday's win over the Ravens.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Brooke Pryor
December 9, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back
Rachaad White was dropped in a lot of fantasy leagues when backfield mate
Bucky Irving returned in last week's win over the Arizona Cardinals. With Irving back in the fold, White played only 38% of the offensive snaps in Week 13, his lowest number since Week 3. The 26-year-old had only two carries for seven yards against Arizona and caught all three of his targets for 22 yards. However, White was more involved in the upset loss to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, playing 49% of the snaps while seeing 11 rushing attempts for 53 yards. He caught one pass for a two-yard gain. Irving had four more carries than White, but White was more effective, averaging 4.8 yards per carry. No. 3 back
Sean Tucker saw seven carries for 29 yards. White will still be involved in Tampa's backfield and appears to be the RB2, but his limited opportunities in the passing game now make him mostly a bench stash in fantasy leagues as long as Irving stays healthy the rest of the way.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com
December 9, 2025
According to Pete Nakos of On3Sports, former Auburn head coach Bryan Harsin and former Cal head coach Justin Wilcox could be potential top candidates for the vacant Washington State head-coaching job. The Cougars lost Jimmy Rogers to Iowa State after Matt Campbell left for Penn State, and the search is on to hire their fourth head coach since Mike Leach departed for Mississippi State in 2020. Harsin has 10 years of experience as a head coach between stints at Arkansas State, Boise State, and Auburn. He's compiled an 85-36 record, including four conference championships. He was let go at Auburn following a 3-5 start to the 2022 campaign. Wilcox was recently fired by Cal after nine seasons with the Golden Bears, following a 48-55 overall record. On3 also lists New Mexico head coach Jason Eck, Missouri offensive coordinator Kirby Moore, Montana State head coach Brent Vigen, and former Michigan State head coach Jonathan Smith as potential fits for Washington State.
--Jackson Sparks - RotoBallerSource: Pete Nakos - On3Sports
December 9, 2025
Philadelphia Eagles running back
Tank Bigsby played only one snap on offense in the Black Friday loss to the Chicago Bears in Week 13. In Monday night's overtime loss to the Los Angeles Chargers to close out Week 14, Bigsby was on the field for seven plays and had one carry for a gain of four yards. He was not targeted in the passing game. Since the team's Week 9 bye, Bigsby hasn't been on the field for more than eight offensive plays in a struggling Eagles offense. The 24-year-old hasn't had more than one carry in the last three games. His nine-carry, 104-yard game in the 38-20 win over the New York Giants back on Oct. 26 seems like ages ago.
Will Shipley has been used in obvious passing downs behind starter
Saquon Barkley, too, which has left a very minimal role for Bigsby. At best, he's a deep-league handcuff for those who have Barkley rostered.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com
December 9, 2025
Across 13 games so far in 2025, New York Jets running back
Isaiah Davis has recorded 277 scrimmage yards on 43 touches. Davis has served as the Jets' RB2 behind
Breece Hall since Week 4, when second-year back
Braelon Allen (knee) suffered a knee injury that landed him on Injured Reserve. The Jets have given almost all of their backfield work to Hall, as Davis has logged more than four touches in a game just twice this season. Davis has zero standalone value for fantasy managers as long as Hall remains healthy. However, if Hall were to get injured, Davis would be in line to dominate backfield touches in New York. As fantasy managers hit the playoffs in most league formats, Davis could be worth stashing in a bench spot just in case Hall gets hurt. The Jets will take on the Jacksonville Jaguars, New Orleans Saints, and New England Patriots over the next three weeks.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
December 9, 2025
Arizona Cardinals offensive tackle Paris Johnson Jr. (knee) has been diagnosed with a sprained MCL and is "expected to miss some time," according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The 24-year-old has made 12 starts for Arizona this season and is generally considered one of the better players at his position in the NFL. Pro Football Focus has Johnson Jr. graded as the 19th-best tackle out of 82 qualified players so far in 2025. If he is forced to miss time, second-year tackle Demontrey Jacobs would likely take over as the starter in Arizona. Johnson Jr.'s injury is particularly bad timing for the Cardinals as they prepare to take on the fearsome Houston Texans' pass rush in Week 15. Fantasy managers may be wise to downgrade Cardinals quarterback
Jacoby Brissett for Week 15 if Johnson Jr. is ruled out.
--Will BradySource: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
December 9, 2025
Free-agent reliever
Edwin Diaz and the Los Angeles Dodgers are in agreement on an undisclosed deal on Tuesday, a league source tells Will Sammon of The Athletic. A year after signing lefty closer
Tanner Scott to beef up their bullpen, the Dodgers will pry the top closer on the market away from the New York Mets. The 31-year-old Diaz, who was already a high-end closing option in fantasy baseball, will now be the clear No. 1 option with a Dodgers team looking to three-peat in 2026. Diaz isn't getting younger, but he remains one of the most dominant high-leverage relievers in the sport after posting a 1.63 ERA and 0.87 WHIP with 98 strikeouts and 21 walks in 66 1/3 innings for the Mets in 2025. The Puerto Rican fireman had 28 saves this past season and has 253 in his nine-year career. Diaz had a ridiculous 33-game stretch in which he gave up just one run while fanning 50 batters and walking 11 in 33 2/3 innings.
--Keith HernandezSource: The Athletic - Will Sammon
December 9, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver
Jalen McMillan (neck) was spotted at practice on Tuesday, according to Greg Auman of Fox Sports. McMillan was listed as a limited practice participant on Monday's injury report ahead of Tampa Bay's Week 15 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday night. The 24-year-old has yet to play in 2025 after suffering a neck injury in the preseason that led to him being placed on Injured Reserve. Across 13 games as a rookie in 2024, McMillan recorded 37 catches for 461 yards and eight touchdowns on 58 targets. Upon his return, McMillan will join a crowded wide receiver room in Tampa Bay that includes
Emeka Egbuka and Chris Godwin, and could also be getting back veteran
Mike Evans (collarbone) in Week 15. Given his long injury layoff and Tampa Bay's wealth of pass-catching options, McMillan may see limited playing time in 2025.
--Will BradySource: Fox Sports - Greg Auman
December 9, 2025
Left-handed designated hitter
Kyle Schwarber and the Philadelphia Phillies are finalizing a five-year, $150 million deal on Tuesday, sources tell ESPN's Jeff Passan. The New York Mets, Boston Red Sox, Baltimore Orioles, Cincinnati Reds, and even the Pittsburgh Pirates tried to lure Schwarber away in free agency, but ultimately, the reigning National League home run leader decided to return to Philly. The 32-year-old finished second in MVP voting in 2025 after slashing .240/.365/.563 with 56 home runs and an NL-leading 132 RBI. He has slugged at least 38 home runs in each of his four seasons with the Phillies, and he played in all 162 regular-season games in 2025 for the first time in his career. Schwarber became the 21st player in history to hit four homers in a game, and he was also one of five players with at least 100 walks. He has also been an important clubhouse leader and a clutch performer in the postseason, hitting 14 homers in 38 playoff games the last four years with the Phillies.
--Keith HernandezSource: ESPN.com - Jeff Passan
December 9, 2025
Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver
Mike Evans (collarbone) was spotted at practice on Tuesday, according to Greg Auman of Fox Sports. The veteran wideout has been on Injured Reserve since Week 7 with a broken collarbone, but he practiced in a limited capacity on Monday and was apparently on the field in some capacity on Tuesday. Evans could make his return in his team's Week 15 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons on Thursday night. Multiple injuries have limited Evans to just four games so far in 2025. Across those contests, he's recorded 14 catches for 140 yards and a touchdown on 32 targets. While Evans would likely re-assume his WR1 status in Tampa Bay upon his return, the Buccaneers could choose to work him in slowly, given his extended absence. Fantasy managers should check back throughout the week to see if he's able to get in a full practice before Thursday.
--Will BradySource: Fox Sports - Greg Auman
December 9, 2025
Indianapolis Colts rookie quarterback
Riley Leonard (knee) has been diagnosed with a Grade 1 PCL sprain, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. Leonard was forced into action in Week 14 against the Jacksonville Jaguars after Colts QB1
Daniel Jones (Achilles) suffered a season-ending torn Achilles tendon. Leonard completed 18 of 29 pass attempts for 145 yards, zero touchdowns, and one interception against Jacksonville. With Leonard's status in doubt, Jones sidelined, and quarterback Anthony Richardson (eye) on Injured Reserve, the Colts are bringing 44-year-old quarterback Philip Rivers in for a workout on Tuesday. Journeyman signal-caller
Brett Rypien would be the only competition for Rivers if the Colts bring him out of retirement and Leonard is not healthy enough to play. While Leonard would likely be the team's preferred option, this knee injury may force Indianapolis to resort to desperate measures.
--Will BradySource: NFL Network - Ian Rapoport
December 9, 2025
Cincinnati Bengals running back
Samaje Perine has had a meaningful role in the offense over the past two weeks, playing 38.5% of the snaps while handling 20 carries for 70 yards with three receptions (three targets) for 20 yards. However, he's been firmly behind starter
Chase Brown, who has played 62.9% of the snaps with 27 carries for 101 yards and a touchdown while adding 10 catches for 47 yards and another touchdown on 11 targets. Perine is a trusted veteran in pass protection and has familiarity with the Bengals offense, so he should maintain a healthy role behind Brown. His usage would tick up if Brown were to miss time, but his current value is just limited to deeper formats as a handcuff.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Pro Football Reference
December 9, 2025
Across 13 games this season, San Francisco 49ers running back
Brian Robinson Jr. has recorded 72 carries for 328 yards and two touchdowns. While Robinson Jr. has been efficient with his touches, the 26-year-old has not recorded more than nine carries or 53 rushing yards in any game. As long as star 49ers running back
Christian McCaffrey remains healthy, Robinson Jr. will stay in a supporting role. However, if McCaffrey were to suffer an injury, Robinson Jr. would immediately vault into being a must-start fantasy running back. As the fantasy season winds to a close, Robinson Jr.'s lack of standalone value is less important. In all leagues with 12 or more teams, Robinson Jr. should be a waiver wire target heading into his Week 15 matchup against the Tennessee Titans.
--Will BradySource: RotoBaller
December 9, 2025
Toronto Raptors forward
Jamison Battle (ankle) is doubtful for Tuesday's matchup against New York, keeping the second-year wing on the fringes of the rotation. Battle has averaged 4.4 points and 2.0 rebounds in 11.3 minutes across his last five appearances, offering no fantasy utility even when active. His absence does not change Toronto's rotation, as
Scottie Barnes,
Collin Murray-Boyles, and
Ochai Agbaji already dominate the forward minutes. Managers can safely look elsewhere for streaming value, as Battle remains off the fantasy radar.
--Brian DailisanSource: NBA Injury Report
December 9, 2025
Baltimore Ravens running back
Keaton Mitchell (knee) left Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers with a knee injury, but his MRI results came back clean, and his knee injury is considered minor, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports. It's positive news for the speedy running back, and it seems he will avoid missing any time. Mitchell was in the midst of his best game of the season before leaving on Sunday, posting six carries for 76 yards, including a 55-yard rush. With
Justice Hill (neck) on Injured Reserve, the 23-year-old has seen his opportunities increase behind
Derrick Henry, though
Rasheen Ali continues to be used on passing downs as well. Mitchell remains one of the higher upside handcuff options in fantasy football and should be stashed on benches just in case.
--Kyle McCarthySource: Jeremy Fowler
December 9, 2025
New Orleans Pelicans forward/center
Derik Queen erupted for 33 points, 10 rebounds, 10 assists, and four blocks in 33 minutes during Monday's 135-132 loss to San Antonio, marking the best performance of his young career. The rookie is averaging 17.4 points, 7.6 rebounds, and 5.8 assists across his last five games while shooting 51.8 percent, and his role remains secure with
Zion Williamson (adductor) still sidelined and the Pelicans leaning heavily on their starters. Queen should be added in competitive formats, with
Trey Murphy III and
Saddiq Bey benefiting from the stability his play provides.
--Brian DailisanSource: Ohm Youngmisuk
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