Jared Goff Could Struggle in Tough Week 17 Matchup

Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff has played solid football all season long, completing 68.6% of his pass attempts for 4,036 yards, 32 touchdowns, and five interceptions across 15 games. Goff's production has ramped up to another level in recent weeks, as he's attempted 129 passes and thrown for 1,011 yards and 10 touchdowns without an […]

Start/Sit Chart - Week 17 Fantasy Football Matchups for Christmas Day Football

Welcome to our start/sit chart for the Christmas Day slate of Week 17 of the 2025 NFL season. Below you will find our start/sit matchups chart for all players on the slate from the Dallas Cowboys, Washington Commanders, Detroit Lions, Minnesota Vikings, Denver Broncos, and Kansas City Chiefs. In addition to our start/sit recommendation and […]

NFL Power Rankings: Where Do All 32 Teams Stand Ahead of Week 17?

Week 16 in the NFL brought fireworks. The potential game of the year between the Seahawks and the Rams led off the slate, and the games never turned back. The NFC playoff picture was shaken up with the Seahawks jumping into the No. 1 seed, and the AFC playoff race tightened up. This is shaping […]

Chris Oladokun Will Start For Chiefs On Christmas Day

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Chris Oladokun will now be the starting quarterback for the team heading into the last two games of the season. Kansas City lost Patrick Mahomes to an ACL tear in Week 15, and Gardner Minshew was the next man up in the QB room. Minshew started the game in Week 16 […]

Max Brosmer Far Too Risky to Start in Week 17

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Max Brosmer will start for the team in a Christmas Day meeting with the Detroit Lions, but the chance to play doesn't mean fantasy managers should go anywhere near this matchup. Vikings starter J.J. McCarthy (hand) will miss another game, while backup Carson Wentz (shoulder) is already out for the year, thrusting […]

Bo Nix Aims to Capitalize Against Injury-Riddled Chiefs

Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix travels to face the Kansas City Chiefs on Christmas in Week 17. Last time Nix faced the Chiefs in Week 11, he put up 295 passing yards with no touchdowns, no interceptions, and added three carries for eight yards. This time around, Nix will be facing a very different Chiefs […]

Ravens Losing Patience With Lamar Jackson?

The Baltimore Sun's Mike Preston writes that "it's clear that head coach John Harbaugh has become tired" of quarterback Lamar Jackson (back), "even though he builds him up after every game. He has to, or Jackson will go into his own self-exile." Preston suggests that the Ravens should look into trading Jackson as a way […]

Josh Allen Limited on Wednesday

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (foot) was limited on Wednesday after sitting out of Tuesday's walkthrough. Allen suffered a foot injury in the Bills' Week 16 win over the Browns, and while he didn't miss any time, he was seen getting attention on the sideline. With Buffalo still in the hunt for a sixth consecutive […]

Lamar Jackson Not Practicing on Wednesday

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson (back) is not practicing on Wednesday due to a back contusion, according to Jamison Hensley of ESPN. If Jackson cannot play on Saturday against the Green Bay Packers, Tyler Huntley would start under center for the Ravens. Jackson injured his back in the second quarter of Sunday night's loss to […]

Malik Willis Under the Weather on Wednesday

Green Bay Packers quarterback Malik Willis (illness, shoulder) didn't practice on Wednesday due to an illness, according to Ryan Wood of USA Today Sports. Willis did not have a setback with his shoulder in Tuesday's practice (he was limited). The 26-year-old backup was forced into action in Saturday night's loss to the Chicago Bears when […]

Marcus Mariota Ruled Out for Week 17

Washington Commanders quarterback Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) has officially been ruled out for the Week 17 divisional game on Christmas Day on Thursday against the Dallas Cowboys, according to Tashan Reed of The Washington Post. Mariota injured his hand and quad in Saturday's loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. It's unclear if Mariota will be cleared […]

Christmas Day Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Dak Prescott, Javonte Williams, RJ Harvey, Jake Ferguson, Terry McLaurin, Justin Jefferson, Bo Nix, Chris Rodriguez, Deebo Samuel, Travis Kelce

Happy Holidays, and welcome to the RotoBaller Christmas Thursday start 'em, sit 'em picks for Week 17! The NFL has recently invaded Christmas Day, and 2025 gives us three compelling matchups to kick off the fantasy football championship week for many teams. So unwrap the presents, pour some eggnog, and let's dive into the last […]

Josh Johnson to Start at QB on Thursday Against Dallas

Washington Commanders quarterback Josh Johnson will make the start on Christmas Day on Thursday versus the division-rival Dallas Cowboys, according to The Athletic's Nicki Jhabvala. Jeff Driskel will serve as the backup with Marcus Mariota (hand, quadriceps) unable to play following his injury on Saturday night in the loss to the Philadelphia Eagles. Normal starter […]

Updated Waiver Wire Rankings for Week 17 (2025): Fantasy Football Pickups for Dylan Sampson, Jayden Reed, Taysom Hill, Jake Tonges, Romeo Doubs, Adonai Mitchell, Parker Washington

Fantasy championship week is here! Fantasy managers have grinded all year to get to this point, and now it's time to secure those fantasy championships. Let's hoist the hardware together! While most leagues run their waivers on Tuesday, there are still a few days to make moves. At RotoBaller HQ, we have our updated waiver […]

Sneaky Starts, Pivot Plays, and Waiver Wire Streamers for Week 17 Fantasy Football (2025)

If you are fighting for a championship, congratulations. I know the job is not finished yet, but the rest of your league, minus your opponent, wishes they could be in your position! We have a lot of injuries to navigate, so there are pivot options for those in need. Before we get to that, I […]

Falcons Non-Committal on QB Situation Beyond This Season

When asked whether quarterback Michael Penix Jr.'s (knee) injury timeline impacts decisions on Kirk Cousins going forward, Atlanta Falcons head coach Raheem Morris said on Wednesday, "Anything can happen. We will for sure discuss all of the options when the end is near." Penix needed full reconstructive surgery to fix a partially torn ACL in […]

Jordan Love to Practice Again on Wednesday

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (concussion) will practice again on Wednesday but remains in the league's concussion protocol, according to head coach Matt LaFleur. Love was listed as limited on the team's first injury report of the week on Tuesday after he was forced from Saturday night's loss to the Chicago Bears with a […]

Start/Sit Chart - All Week 17 Fantasy Football Matchups and Player Ratings

Welcome to Week 17 of the NFL season, and to our fantasy football Week 17 start/sit recommendations chart for all player matchups and all games. Today, we'll look at some interesting Week 17 lineup decisions for players like Michael Carter, Mike Evans, Rhamondre Stevenson, and more -- and how their matchups project for the week. […]

Fantasy Football Matchups We Love - Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks for Week 17 (2025)

Welcome to fantasy football championship week. Most leagues will end in Week 17, meaning that all the fantasy glory, or punishment, will finally come to a head in Week 16. Everything is on the table. It is on you as the fantasy manager to roll out your best possible lineup. All the research, headaches, and […]

NFL Inactives Week 17: Who's Playing, Sitting or Injured? (2025)

For many leagues, Week 17 will mark the fantasy football championship game and the last week of the fantasy season. It's critical to know all the injury situations and who may be out, so we can plan accordingly on the waiver wire and our crucial start/sit decisions. Below you'll find a running list of who […]

Fact or Fiction: Fantasy Football Outlooks for Ashton Jeanty, Jaylen Warren, Parker Washington, Quentin Johnston, A.J. Barner

Welcome back to Fact or Fiction, RotoBaller's weekly look at some of the NFL's most shocking performances. For most of you, this is it: the Super Bowl of fantasy football. Championship week is here, so only one thing matters: winning your fantasy football game. With that in mind, there's no looking ahead this week. There's no […]

Anthony Richardson Sr. Will Not Be Activated for Week 17

Indianapolis Colts head coach Shane Steichen said on Wednesday that quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. (eye) will not be activated off Injured Reserve for the team's Week 17 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. The 23-year-old suffered an orbital fracture in pre-game warmups that has had him on Injured Reserve since mid-October. Richardson Sr. opened the season […]

Tyler Shough Playing at a High Level, Great Option in Superflex Leagues

New Orleans Saints rookie quarterback Tyler Shough has been playing really well of late, scoring 17 or more fantasy points in five of his last six starts. What is providing him a safe floor during this stretch is that he is averaging five rush attempts per contest and has built an excellent rapport with wide […]

Week 17 Fantasy Football Projections (Half PPR): RB, WR, TE, QB

If your fantasy team is still alive, congratulations! That said, it's too early to celebrate, as the championship round is finally here. We're here to help you nail those lineups calls and capture your league's title. Below, view our Week 17 fantasy football projections for all positions. These projections can help you visualize how players […]

NFL Betting Picks and Props for Novig (Christmas Day Slate)

Christmas Day brings us a triple-header of NFL action, and even if these aren't marquee matchups, there's still plenty of good betting opportunities. Don't act like you're not going to watch these games; we both know that you'll be tuning in once the presents are opened and meals have been served! I want to take […]

Week 17 Lineup Busts? Fantasy Football Players to Consider Sitting

The fantasy championships are here. After a long season of navigating the waiver wire and making trades, your roster is all but set for the final matchup of the year. As we have all seasons long, we will spotlight one player from each position and analyze if they are a potential lineup bust to avoid […]

DraftKings NFL DFS Picks for Christmas Day: Daily Fantasy Football

Merry Christmas, RotoBallers! Now that the NFL is playing on Christmas, we are loaded up with sports to watch, including some NBA as well! The poor Lions and Cowboys this year both got stuck with holiday duty this season, working both Thanksgiving and Christmas. Hopefully everyone is having a great day today, and let's finish […]

Malik Willis Listed as Limited on Tuesday

Green Bay Packers quarterback Malik Willis (shoulder) was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's estimated injury report. Head coach Matt LaFleur said that Willis was "pretty sore" after injuring his shoulder while filling in for an injured Jordan Love (concussion) during Saturday night's loss to the Chicago Bears. The 2022 third-rounder finished the game, […]

Trevor Lawrence Becoming Comfortable in Liam Coen's Offense

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence has completed 60.8% of his passes for 1,082 yards and 12 touchdown passes while adding 112 yards and a couple of scores on the ground in the hottest four-game stretch of his career. Lawrence also hasn't turned the ball over in a career-best four straight games, which have all been […]

Jordan Love Limited in Tuesday's Practice

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (shoulder, concussion) was listed as a limited participant on Tuesday's estimated injury report ahead of Saturday's game against the Baltimore Ravens. Love exited early during Green Bay's loss to the Bears last Saturday after suffering a concussion and is still in the league's concussion protocol. The star quarterback's status […]