December 27, 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers tight end
Pat Freiermuth could be in line for an expanded role in Week 17. Following wide receiver
D.K. Metcalf's two-game suspension for punching a fan, Freiermuth could see more work in the passing game. In his last four games, the 27-year-old has garnered 12 targets in the Steelers' passing attack. It is worth noting that Freiermuth has had big fantasy performances in the past, including a Week 7 outing this season when he went over 100 receiving yards and scored twice. With Metcalf out, the Steelers' passing attack is left without its greatest red zone weapon, and Freiermuth could be the biggest beneficiary. Entering Week 17, Wilson and the Steelers will face a Miami Dolphins defense that has allowed the 10th-most receiving touchdowns this season. Freiermuth will be a touchdown-dependent tight end in Week 17, but he has a better chance to find the end zone than usual.
--Wyatt McClintockSource: NFL.com
December 27, 2025
Tennessee Titans rookie tight end
Gunnar Helm was held under 10 receiving yards for the third time this season during Week 17 against the Kansas City Chiefs. At times this season, Helm has flashed as a reliable pass catcher for
Cameron Ward and the Titans offense. The 23-year-old rookie has managed to produce three TE1 performances this season, despite catching only two touchdowns. Entering Week 17, Helm will face the New Orleans Saints. The Saints' defense has allowed the third-fewest passing yards and the 11th-fewest passing touchdowns this season. The Titans could look to establish the run game early on Sunday with
Tony Pollard and
Tyjae Spears, since both running backs have been running well as of late. If the Titans lean into the run game early, Helm could be in for another small impact fantasy day. Helm should be viewed as a desperation play only in deeper fantasy leagues during Week 17.
--Wyatt McClintockSource: NFL.com
December 27, 2025
Green Bay Packers wide receiver
Dontayvion Wicks (concussion) has been ruled out for the rest of Saturday's game against the Baltimore Ravens. Wicks was forced to exit near the end of the second quarter with concussion symptoms. The staff has evaluated Wicks and ruled him out for the second half of this contest. Wicks hauled in his lone target for seven yards before being forced to exit. His absence should mean expanded roles for
Bo Melton and
Matthew Golden. It's unclear if Wicks will be available for Week 18, but regardless, he hasn't been a consistent fantasy option this season.
--Andy WebbSource: Green Bay Packers
December 27, 2025
Tennessee Titans wide receiver
Chimere Dike is beginning to become a bigger piece in the offensive gameplan. Dike didn't have much of a receiving role early, but has been one of the better pass-catchers in Tennessee down the stretch of the season. The rookie wideout has scored three touchdowns over his last five games. He has finished with three or more receptions in four of those contests. Dike will head into a tough matchup against the New Orleans Saints defense. A unit that has allowed the third-fewest receiving yards to wideouts this season. The Titans' offense is difficult to trust, but Dike could offer FLEX appeal in deep leagues for Week 17.
--Andy WebbSource: Pro Football Reference
December 27, 2025
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver
Roman Wilson could be in line for an expanded role in Week 17. In the wake of wide receiver
D.K. Metcalf's two-game suspension for punching a fan, Wilson could see more work in the passing game. The 24-year-old has recorded 12 catches for 166 yards and two touchdowns on 21 targets across 12 games this season. Entering Week 17, Wilson and the Steelers will face off against the Miami Dolphins. The Dolphins' defense has allowed the 10th-most receiving touchdowns this season. With Metcalf out, the Steelers' passing attack is left without its greatest red zone weapon. Wilson will be a touchdown-dependent flex option in deeper leagues heading into Week 17.
--Wyatt McClintockSource: NFL.com
December 27, 2025
Green Bay Packers wide receiver
Dontayvion Wicks (concussion) is currently questionable to return for Saturday's game against the Baltimore Ravens. Wicks was forced to exit the game just before halftime and will undergo a concussion evaluation. Before leaving, Wicks hauled in his lone target for seven yards. His absence would likely mean expanded roles for
Matthew Golden and
Bo Melton. When healthy, Wicks hasn't been much of a factor anyway, with three receptions over his last three games heading into Saturday's contest. Fantasy managers should check back for another update after halftime.
--Andy WebbSource: Green Bay Packers
December 27, 2025
Oklahoma City Thunder guard
Ajay Mitchell (concussion) will be back in the lineup on Sunday against the Philadelphia 76ers. He missed two games while going through concussion protocol. Mitchell has been one of the most productive reserves in the NBA this season, averaging 14.1 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.6 assists. He will eat into the minutes of
Aaron Wiggins and
Isaiah Joe. On Sunday, Mitchell has a mediocre matchup against a team that allows 35.9 bench points per game.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
Tennessee Titans running back
Tyjae Spears saw a season-high 13 carries during last week's win over the Kansas City Chiefs. Outside of that, Spears is kept to under five carries most weeks. The 24-year-old has been able to salvage some fantasy value with his work in the receiving game. Spears has finished with five receptions or more in three of his last six games. He'll head into a tough matchup against the New Orleans Saints in Week 17. A defense that has held receiving backs in check this season. There's some PPR value here, but Spears is best on the bench in most standard leagues.
--Andy WebbSource: Pro Football Reference
December 27, 2025
Los Angeles Clippers guard/forward Bogdan Bogdanović (hamstring) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Detroit Pistons. The veteran played only two minutes in Friday's win over the Portland Trail Blazers, exiting with a hip problem, but he will miss Sunday's action due to left hamstring injury management. Some of Bogdanovic's minutes could be filled on Sunday by the returning
Derrick Jones Jr. Kobe Sanders and
Jordan Miller may also see additional minutes in the rotation, but they aren't relevant in fantasy.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
Tennessee Titans running back
Tony Pollard is in the middle of a strong stretch of play. Pollard has rushed for over 100 yards in three straight games. During that span, Pollard has totaled 367 yards with three touchdowns. He'll look to keep the good times rolling against the New Orleans Saints in Week 17. A defense that has allowed the seventh-most rushing yards to running backs this season. The only downside is that Pollard is expected to continue splitting the carries with
Tyjae Spears. Given Pollard's success, he figures to continue getting plenty of chances. Fantasy managers should consider Pollard a low-end RB2 for this favorable Week 17 matchup.
--Andy WebbSource: Pro Football Reference
December 27, 2025
Washington Wizards guard/forward
Kyshawn George (hip) is listed as questionable for a meeting with the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday. He is experiencing soreness in his left hip flexor and may have to miss his third game of the season. George's performance has been one of only a few bright spots for Washington in 2025-26, as the second-year player leads the team with 5.1 assists and has averaged 15.0 points, along with 5.7 rebounds.
Tre Johnson,
Will Riley, and
Malaki Branham (thumb) could get more run-outs on Sunday if George misses the game, though the latter is also listed as questionable.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
Golden State Warriors guard
De'Anthony Melton (knee) won't suit up for the first leg of a back-to-back on Sunday against the Toronto Raptors. Melton missed almost the entire 2024-25 campaign due to a torn ACL, and the team is managing his workload. The 27-year-old will likely be brought back into the lineup on Monday against the Brooklyn Nets. With Melton out on Sunday,
Buddy Hield and
Pat Spencer could get back into the rotation after both players sat out Christmas Day action against the Dallas Mavericks.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
Tennessee Titans quarterback
Cameron Ward is finally showing signs of solid progression over the last few weeks. The rookie signal-caller has thrown for multiple touchdowns in three straight games. The passing yardage has still been a problem, with less than 200 passing yards in three of his last four games. Ward is working with a skeleton crew of a supporting cast, so he does deserve the benefit of the doubt. The 23-year-old will head into a decent matchup against the New Orleans Saints in Week 17. Ward's six touchdowns over his last three games should bring some eyes to him ahead of this game. There's probably not enough upside here to trust Ward as anything more than a QB2 in SuperFlex leagues.
--Andy WebbSource: Pro Football Reference
December 27, 2025
Los Angeles Lakers center
Jaxson Hayes (ankle) is expected to miss a second consecutive game on Sunday against the Sacramento Kings, as the team has listed him as doubtful on the injury report. Hayes is bothered by soreness in his left ankle. Luckily for the Lakers, they have starting center
Deandre Ayton fully healthy and wouldn't need to rely much on Hayes anyway.
Maxi Kleber and
Jarred Vanderbilt are backup options at center in a juicy matchup on Sunday against a team that has allowed the most fantasy points in the league to opposing fives in 2025-26.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
Los Angeles Clippers forward
Derrick Jones Jr. (knee) has been removed from the injury report ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Detroit Pistons. He hasn't played since Nov. 16 due to an MCL sprain. Considering he has been out of action for well over a month, Jones Jr. will likely see only limited action on Sunday. But he will be a valuable addition to a Clippers team that is trying to turn its season around. Players such as
John Collins,
Kobe Sanders, and
Jordan Miller could see their playing time affected by Jones Jr.'s return.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
Memphis Grizzlies center
Jock Landale (calf) is considered questionable for Sunday's fabulous fantasy matchup against the Washington Wizards. Washington has allowed the second-most fantasy points to centers this season, but Landale may miss his opportunity to feast due to a sore right calf, which already kept him sidelined on Friday against the Milwaukee Bucks. With Landale out,
Christian Koloko logged 28 minutes off the bench on Friday, making the biggest impact on the defensive end with one block and three steals.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
The Cincinnati Reds acquired outfielder
Dane Myers from the Miami Marlins on Saturday. The two teams have agreed on a deal that sends Myers to the Reds in exchange for outfielder
Ethan O'Donnell. Myers didn't have a clear path to playing time in Miami, so the Marlins decided to move on from him. He slashed .235/.291/.326 with six home runs, 31 RBI, and 18 stolen bases in 106 games with the Marlins this past season. The expectation is that Myers will compete for a starting corner outfield spot, but will likely end up settling into a bench role. As for O'Donnell, he slashed .236/.327/.325 with seven homers, 56 RBI, and 20 stolen bases in 125 games in Double-A this past season. He's a former sixth-round pick who offers decent upside due to his speed. This seems like a fair trade for both sides, but it's unlikely to have much of an impact in fantasy leagues next season.
--Andy WebbSource: Cincinnati Reds
December 27, 2025
Memphis Grizzlies guard/forward
Vince Williams Jr. (knee) will remain on the shelf Sunday against the Washington Wizards, missing a fifth consecutive game. The 25-year-old exited the lineup earlier this month with left patellar tendinitis, and his return date remains uncertain.
Cam Spencer has recently taken on a larger role in the backcourt rotation and will continue to see plenty of minutes, even with
Ja Morant back in the mix. Spencer has logged a couple of double-doubles in December, averaging 17.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, and 7.3 assists.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
Portland Trail Blazers center
Robert Williams III (knee) will sit out the first leg of a back-to-back on Sunday against the Boston Celtics. It would have been a special matchup for him against his former team, but Williams III also played on Friday night. By keeping him off the floor against Boston, the Trail Blazers will have Williams III play two games in four nights instead of three, reducing injury risk.
Duop Reath will serve as the main backup center on Sunday. Williams III will presumably return to the lineup for Monday's favorable matchup against the Dallas Mavericks, who give up the fifth-most fantasy points to centers.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
Portland Trail Blazers forward
Jerami Grant (Achilles) won't be in the lineup for a fifth consecutive game on Sunday against the Boston Celtics. The veteran is struggling to shake off soreness in his left Achilles tendon.
Kris Murray's workload has recently increased as Grant's replacement in the starting lineup, but his fantasy production has been disappointing at 7.8 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.5 steals per game.
Sidy Cissoko has played more off the bench during Grant's absence.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
The Philadelphia Phillies have signed relief pitcher
Genesis Cabrera to a minor-league contract with an invite to Spring Training. Cabrera has found a new home after being removed from the Minnesota Twins' 40-man roster. The southpaw pitched with four different MLB teams this past season. He didn't have much success at any of his stops, but maybe Philly can figure him out. Cabrera finished with a 6.54 ERA, 1.50 WHIP, and 35/18 K/BB ratio across 42.2 innings last season. He experienced success earlier in his career with the St. Louis Cardinals. Hopefully, the Phillies can tap into that, but if not, it's a low-risk move, with only an invite to camp extended to Cabrera.
--Andy WebbSource: Mike Rodriguez
December 27, 2025
Golden State Warriors guard
Brandin Podziemski (abdomen) is considered probable for Sunday's matchup against the Toronto Raptors. He has sustained a left abdominal contusion, but this likely won't keep Podziemski off the court. The 22-year-old has had his most consistent stretch of the season lately, finishing with double-digit points in five consecutive games. He has averaged 14.0 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 4.6 assists during that stretch, logging nearly 30 minutes per game despite coming off the bench.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
The Chicago Cubs have signed free-agent relief pitcher
Hunter Harvey to a one-year deal, according to Will Sammon. The Cubs bulk up their bullpen with this low-risk signing. Harvey was limited to 12 games last season due to multiple injuries. He allowed zero earned runs while striking out 11 batters across 10.2 innings of work with the Kansas City Royals in 2025. The 31-year-old does have a good track record with a few quality seasons with the Washington Nationals in 2022 and 2023. He has regressed since then, but is still worth the gamble given the low risk. The Cubs have done a good job at bringing in project arms and turning them into viable options. Harvey figures to be a late-inning option, but is unlikely to see many save situations with
Daniel Palencia being the primary closer.
--Andy WebbSource: Will Sammon
December 27, 2025
Toronto Raptors center
Jakob Poeltl (back) has been ruled out for Sunday's clash against the Golden State Warriors. He will miss a third consecutive game due to a lower back strain. Overall, Poeltl has played in only one of the last five games because of his back issue, and even then, he was limited to seven minutes.
Sandro Mamukelashvili has enjoyed a strong stretch during Poeltl's injury woes and has a chance to post a second consecutive double-double on Sunday. For a second straight game, Toronto's frontcourt may also be without Collinn Murray-Boyles (illness), who is considered questionable.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
Toronto Raptors guard/forward
RJ Barrett (knee) is listed as questionable for Sunday's encounter with the Golden State Warriors. After missing time because of a knee sprain, the Canadian star practiced fully on Friday and could return from a 15-game absence on Sunday afternoon. With Barrett returning,
Ochai Agbaji will move back to the bench, and
Ja'Kobe Walter may also see his role reduced. However, Barrett likely won't play his usual minutes in his first game back from injury and thus won't offer full fantasy value.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers forward
Paul George (knee) is listed as probable for Sunday's matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder. While George has managed a knee injury throughout the campaign, he has begun to play regularly, missing only one of the last eight games. In his most recent three appearances, George has struggled badly to hit shots, going 12-for-39 from the field. Scoring won't be easy against his former team either, as the Thunder hold the NBA's best defensive rating.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
Philadelphia 76ers center
Joel Embiid (ankle) will be absent on Sunday against the Oklahoma City Thunder. He has been ruled out due to a sprained right ankle, while the former MVP also continues to manage a right knee injury. Embiid's exit from the lineup is a signal for fantasy managers to hop back on the
Andre Drummond train. This season, he has delivered solid performances when starting in place of Embiid, averaging 10.1 points and 11.9 rebounds.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
New York Knicks forward
Josh Hart (ankle) was already ruled out for Saturday's meeting with Atlanta. He tweaked his ankle during the win over the Cavs on Christmas. Unfortunately, Hart's absence will extend beyond Saturday's contest, with Stefan Bondy of the New York Post reporting that the 30-year-old will miss at least the upcoming games in New Orleans and San Antonio before being re-evaluated. Hart has played as well as expected throughout the 2025 campaign, averaging 12.3 points, 8.0 rebounds, 5.1 assists, and 1.4 steals.
Mohamed Diawara is in line to start on Saturday, although that trend might continue for the remainder of the road trip. However,
Tyler Kolek and
Jordan Clarkson should benefit the most while Hart is sidelined.
--Dennis ClausenSource: Stefan Bondy
December 27, 2025
Utah Jazz forward/center
Kevin Love (rest) won't play on Saturday night against the San Antonio Spurs. The team has begun resting the veteran in back-to-back situations, and Love is getting Saturday off after a 14-point, five-rebound performance in 16 minutes in Friday's victory over the Detroit Pistons. Love's absence creates more playing opportunities for
Kyle Filipowski, who was limited to 11 minutes against Detroit. However, with
Jusuf Nurkic available and starting, Filipowski may still struggle to produce fantasy value.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
December 27, 2025
Utah Jazz guard/forward
Ace Bailey (hip) will miss his first career game on Saturday against the San Antonio Spurs. He injured his left hip during Friday's win over the Detroit Pistons, exiting the action after logging 11 minutes. The 19-year-old rookie made his 21st consecutive start on Friday night. On Saturday, Bailey will be replaced in the first unit by
Brice Sensabaugh, who impressed in Friday's win with a 20-point effort.
--Taavi PailkSource: NBA Injury Report
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