Jordan Mason Carted To Locker Room

Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason (ankle) departed Sunday's game against the New York Giants after sustaining an injury on Minnesota's first offensive series. The first-year Viking lay on the turf for a few moments, walked gingerly to the sideline, and was eventually carted back to the team's locker room, where the team deemed him […]

Vikings RB Aaron Jones Sr. Questionable To Return

The Minnesota Vikings classified running back Aaron Jones Sr. (ankle) as questionable to return to the Vikings' game against the New York Giants on Sunday. The Vikings saw both of their top two running backs sustain injuries on their first offensive series. Jones departed the game first, then Jordan Mason (ankle) took a shot, was […]

Woody Marks Not Expected to Play in Week 16

Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (ankle) is expected to be inactive for Sunday's Week 16 contest against the Las Vegas Raiders, according to NFL.com's Ian Rapoport. He had been listed as questionable and missed two of the Texans' three practices this past week. Although it was previously reported that Marks planned to play, the […]

Jalen Tolbert and Jaydon Blue Remain Inactive for Week 16

Dallas Cowboys wide receiver Jalen Tolbert (coach's decision) and running back Jaydon Blue (coach's decision) are both healthy scratches for Sunday's Week 16 contest against the Los Angeles Chargers. Tolbert is now headed for his third consecutive absence, and he hasn't logged a catch since Week 8. Ryan Flournoy, KaVontae Turpin, and Jonathan Mingo have […]

Kyle Monangai Efficient in Win Over Packers

Chicago Bears rookie running back Kyle Monangai was efficient in Week 16, carrying the ball nine times for 50 yards and adding three catches for 43 yards in the 22-16 overtime victory over the Green Bay Packers. After struggling to produce in the previous two outings, Monangai was a freight train on Saturday, averaging 5.6 […]

Michael Carter has Interesting Streaming Appeal

Arizona Cardinals running back Michael Carter is expected to be the lead back heading into the Week 16 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. The Cardinals' backfield has been strung by the injury bug this season. The latest player to fall was Bam Knight (knee), who was placed on the injured reserve after exiting last week's […]

Key Starters and Tough Calls - Lineup Spotlights for Fantasy Football Include Jacoby Brissett, DK Metcalf, Jaylen Waddle, Omarion Hampton, Kyle Pitts, Tetairoa McMillan, Quinshon Judkins, more

Welcome to RotoBaller’s Key Starters and Tough Calls article for Week 16 of the 2025 season. It's the fantasy football semi-finals in most leagues, and Scott Engel's Week 16 Lineup Spotlights focus on notable players to start or sit when you are faced with tough lineup calls in the second round of the fantasy playoffs. […]

Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Week 16 Matchups Analysis (2025)

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to our Week 16 matchups analysis and fantasy football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em picks! If you are new here, this is our main weekly matchups column where we cover all games. We will offer an in-depth analysis of every player in every game. We are one step closer to becoming fantasy football champions. […]

Weekend Waiver Wire Rankings for Week 16: Fantasy Football Pickups for Emanuel Wilson, Michael Carter, Hollywood Brown, Audric Estime, Adonai Mitchell, Olamide Zaccheaus, Jayden Reed

The final four of the fantasy football players are here, and there is still some time to make a few moves for fantasy managers searching for a streamer or injury replacement. All injury reports are out, and games kick off on Saturday with the Commanders and Eagles. At RotoBaller HQ, we have our weekend waiver […]

Week 16 Fantasy Football Busts? Players Who May Disappoint (2025)

Welcome to the fantasy football semifinals! Congratulations on making it this far! Everything from here on out should be viewed through a one-week lens (except for a D/ST stash). If you are skittish about a matchup or an injury, don't be afraid to pivot. Below, we sort through the stats and find 10 fantasy football […]

Jamie Calandro's Week 16 Fantasy Football Rankings - The Industry's Top 3 Accuracy Ranker

RotoBaller writer Jamie Calandro shares his Week 16 fantasy football lineup rankings for RB, WR, TE, and QB. After 15 weeks, Jamie is still No. 3 on the leaderboard among the most accurate rankers in the industry -- and is here today to bring you his Week 16 rankings! This rankings article also includes rankings […]

Booms and Busts - Fantasy Football Starts and Sits for Week 16 Lineups (2025)

There are two weeks left in the fantasy football season. If you’re reading this column, hopefully you survived the injury bloodbath that was Week 15. We had numerous players go down, and those injuries certainly played a role in numerous quarterfinal showdowns. However, the season stops for no one, and the fantasy semi-finals are here. […]

High-Upside Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks: Fantasy Football Waiver Wire Streamers for Week 16

Congratulations to those who have made it to the fantasy semifinals. However, to those who have already dug themselves a hole after Thursday night's game between the Los Angeles Rams and Seattle Seahawks, don't worry, we have a solution. In this piece, we will spotlight four high-risk, high-upside options, one from each position, to give […]

Ameer Abdullah Should Stay Involved in Week 16

Indianapolis Colts running back Ameer Abdullah saw his highest usage of the season during last week's loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Abdullah was basically a non-factor all season until getting nine touches in last week's defeat. Adbullah rushed the ball four times for 15 yards, while hauling in five receptions for 32 additional yards through […]

Woody Marks Plans to Play Against Raiders in Week 16

Houston Texans running back Woody Marks (ankle) plans to play in Sunday's Week 16 contest against the Las Vegas Raiders, according to Aaron Wilson of KPRC2. The rookie, who had been listed as questionable after upgrading to a limited participant in practice on Friday, will undergo a series of pregame workouts to confirm his availability. […]

Christian Kirk Expected to Play Against the Raiders on Sunday

Houston Texans wide receiver Christian Kirk (illness) is expected to play in Sunday's Week 16 contest against the Las Vegas Raiders despite being listed as questionable, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. Kirk has appeared in 10 games this season, catching an underwhelming 22 passes for 204 yards and one touchdown. He has just one […]

Nick Chubb Expected to Play vs. Raiders in Week 16

Houston Texans running back Nick Chubb (ribs) is expected to play in Sunday's Week 16 contest against the Las Vegas Raiders, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. He had been listed as questionable but was trending in the right direction after logging back-to-back full practice sessions. The veteran ball-carrier should remain in the backup running […]

Jonathan Taylor Retains High-End Upside in Tough Outing

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor is a superb fantasy start for his Monday night home matchup with the San Francisco 49ers. Taylor remained the Colts' workhorse in Week 15's loss to the Seahawks, notching his eighth game of the campaign with at least 80 rushing yards, handling his second-highest carry total of the season […]

Derrick Henry Takes on League-Best Patriots Run Defense in Week 16

Baltimore Ravens running back Derrick Henry faces a tough challenge in the form of the New England Patriots' defense during Sunday Night Football in Week 16. The Patriots have allowed the fewest fantasy points to running backs in 2025, as well as the second-fewest rushing yards. The run-stopping unit has been relentless this year, but […]

Three Players Ejected From Eagles-Commanders Game in Week 16

Three players were disqualified during the fourth quarter of Saturday's Week 16 contest between the Philadelphia Eagles and Washington Commanders. Following a scuffle after a two-point conversion, Eagles right guard Tyler Steen, Commanders defensive tackle Javon Kinlaw, and Commanders safety Quan Martin were all disqualified. Several players threw punches in the fracas. Steen hadn't previously […]

D'Andre Swift Officially Active Against Packers on Saturday

Chicago Bears running back D'Andre Swift (groin) is officially active for Saturday's Week 16 contest against the Green Bay Packers. He had been listed as questionable after practicing in a limited capacity. Although rookie running back Kyle Monangai has carved out a consistent role in Chicago's offense this season, Swift remains the Bears' primary option […]

Josh Jacobs Active for Saturday's Game

Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (knee) is officially active ahead of Saturday's Week 16 matchup versus the Chicago Bears. Jacobs appeared to be trending in the wrong direction after not practicing all week. He was on crutches on Monday, but the knee issue won't keep him from playing in this critical divisional matchup. […]

Emari Demercado a Risky Fantasy Play Despite Increased Role

Arizona Cardinals running back Emari Demercado is expected to handle an increased workload against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 16, but his fantasy outlook remains murky. He is on track to operate as the backup to Michael Carter this week after Zonovan Knight (ankle) was placed on injured reserve. While Demercado was viewed as Arizona's […]

Michael Carter an Intriguing Fantasy Play in Larger Role

Arizona Cardinals running back Michael Carter should lead the backfield against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 16, reinforcing his fantasy value as a low-end RB2 or high-end RB3 in fantasy football. Carter will handle a larger workload this week after Zonovan Knight (ankle) was placed on injured reserve. After Knight exited last weekend, Carter played […]

Tyjae Spears a Risky Option in Tough Week 16 Matchup

Tennessee Titans running back Tyjae Spears recorded just five touches for 36 yards in last week's loss to the San Francisco 49ers. It was the third year back's fewest touches in a game since Week 5, his first game of the season after opening the year on Injured Reserve with an ankle injury. Spears' role […]

RJ Harvey Looks to Continue Touchdown Streak in Week 16

Denver Broncos rookie running back RJ Harvey is set to dominate backfield touches again against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 16, but faces another difficult test. The Jaguars currently rank first in the NFL in average rushing yards allowed per game, at just 86.3. With the Broncos having success in Week 15 through the air […]

Tyler Allgeier Carries Boom/Bust Potential into Good Matchup Vs. Arizona

Atlanta Falcons running back Tyler Allgeier was a non-factor in Week 15's 29-28 win over the Buccaneers, rushing just twice for 18 yards, and did not receive any targets in the passing game for the first time since Week 10. The BYU product is tied for the team lead in touchdowns with eight, but has […]

Tony Pollard Looking to Stay Hot Against Kansas City

Tennessee Titans running back Tony Pollard has posted back-to-back games with over 100 rushing yards and a touchdown. Pollard's previous season high for rushing yards was 92 back in Week 2, and he scored only twice in the first 13 weeks before erupting over the past two games. The 28-year-old ranks as the RB3 in […]

Chiefs Sign Dameon Pierce to Active Roster

The Kansas City Chiefs have signed running back Dameon Pierce to the 53-man roster ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Tennessee Titans, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports. Pierce signed with Kansas City's practice squad on November 24 after being waived by the Houston Texans. The 2022 fourth-round pick had a promising rookie campaign, […]

Kenneth Gainwell Carries Flex Value Into Week 16

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell has been heavily involved over the past five weeks and should remain a focal point of the offense against the Detroit Lions in Week 16. The Lions' run defense has been stout for most of the season, but perhaps more importantly, Detroit has shut down opposing backs in the […]