DraftKings NFL DFS Picks - Week 18 Main Slate

Happy New Year, RotoBallers! I hope 2025 brought you some fantasy championships and even more DFS wins, and that 2026 will be even more lucrative. We've finally reached the end of the NFL regular season, and Week 18 can be soul-sucking if you don't know how to attack it. The first (and most important) thing […]

Week 18 NFL Betting Picks and Props for Novig

Well, we have reached the final weekend of the 2025-2026 NFL regular season. The playoffs will begin next weekend. For now, though, we have one more chance to grind out a profit on sides/totals and player props. Week 18 is a notoriously tricky week for handicapping. Different teams have different motivations. It's not always clear […]

Emanuel Wilson has RB2 Value for Week 18

Green Bay Packers running back Emanuel Wilson will take on increased responsibilities in the backfield on Sunday. Wilson figures to take over as the lead back with Josh Jacobs (knee, ankle) unlikely to play. The Packers have little incentive to play Jacobs with their postseason seeding already decided. Wilson should take over a majority of […]

Jaylen Wright Set for Expanded Role in Week 18

Miami Dolphins running back Jaylen Wright will likely move into the lead-back role for the upcoming Week 18 matchup versus the New England Patriots. The Dolphins have decided to play it safe and ruled out De'Von Achane (shoulder) for the regular-season finale. His absence should mean an extended look for Wright and Ollie Gordon II […]

Jordan Mason has Borderline RB1 Value in Week 18

Minnesota Vikings running back Jordan Mason is set to be the lead back for the Week 18 matchup against the Green Bay Packers. Mason is set for an increased workload with the Vikings ruling out Aaron Jones Sr. (hip) for the regular-season finale. When Jones missed time early in the season, Mason rushed for over […]

De'Von Achane Not Expected to Play Against Patriots in Week 18

Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane (shoulder) is not expected to play in Sunday's Week 18 contest against the New England Patriots, according to Adam Schefter of ESPN.com. This is hardly a surprise, given that Achane had been listed as doubtful entering this weekend. Assuming he is confirmed as inactive on Sunday afternoon, Achane finishes […]

Jaylen Warren Losing Trust Going into Week 18?

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jaylen Warren saw his second-lowest snap count of the season during last week's loss to the Cleveland Browns. Warren rushed the ball 12 times for 64 yards, but he was only on the field for 32 percent of the offensive snaps. Fellow back Kenneth Gainwell saw a season-high 68 percent of […]

Ashton Jeanty has RB2 Appeal for Week 18

Las Vegas Raiders rookie running back Ashton Jeanty needs 112 yards in Week 18 to surpass the 1,000-yard mark for his rookie campaign. Jeanty has been finding more success on the ground lately, with 188 rushing yards over his last two games. He figures to continue being the workhorse back during the regular-season finale versus […]

Kenneth Gainwell Projects as Reliable RB2 Option Again for Season Finale

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell has been one of the best fantasy values in PPR leagues this season, recording 62 receptions for 410 yards and three touchdowns in 15 games. His 62 catches trail only Christian McCaffrey, Jahmyr Gibbs, Bijan Robinson, and De'Von Achane at the running back position. The 26-year-old back continues to […]

Travis Etienne Jr. Looks to Finish the Season Strong

Jacksonville Jaguars running back Travis Etienne Jr. is the RB9 in Half-PPR formats after posting his third 1,000-yard season in four years, and he is a must-start for fantasy managers still competing into the final week of the season. The Jaguars can lock up the AFC South and a home playoff game with a win […]

Breece Hall Ruled Out, Ending His Season

New York Jets running back Breece Hall (knee) has been ruled out of Sunday's Week 18 matchup with the Bills, effectively ending his season and potentially his time with the Jets. Hall is now scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent and will likely draw a top-of-market deal as the headliner of the running back […]

Week 18 NFL DFS Picks - Top Value Plays, Sleepers & Stacks

Here we go, the finale week of the 2025-2026 NFL season! The Rams vs. Cardinals matchup is a battle between postseason momentum and future development. Matthew Stafford and the Rams are fighting to snap a losing streak and lock in the NFC’s 5th seed, while Arizona is in full evaluation mode without Marvin Harrison Jr. […]

Jeff Wilson Jr. Elevated to Active Roster

The Miami Dolphins have elevated veteran running back Jeff Wilson Jr. to the active roster ahead of Sunday's Week 18 matchup with the Patriots. Pro Bowler De'Von Achane (shoulder) had been listed as doubtful after failing to practice this week with a shoulder injury, and the move suggests he will not be active for the […]

Tyrone Tracy Jr. a Safe-Floor Option Again in Week 18

New York Giants running back Tyrone Tracy Jr. has seen at least 16 opportunities in three straight games since the team's Week 14 bye, and he should be in store for another high-volume, safe-floor performance in Sunday's Week 18 matchup with the Cowboys. Despite a stronger showing down the stretch, Dallas enters the final week […]

Kimani Vidal Set to Lead Chargers Backfield in Week 18

Los Angeles Chargers running back Kimani Vidal (neck) is listed as questionable for the regular season finale against the Denver Broncos, but is trending in the right direction to play after practicing in full on Thursday and Friday. Vidal missed last week's game against the Texans, but he will likely take over as the lead […]

R.J. Harvey A Solid RB1 for Regular-Season Finale

Denver Broncos running back R.J. Harvey has been producing as a top-five back in fantasy since the Week 12 bye. With J.K. Dobbins (foot) suffering a season-ending foot injury in Week 10, Harvey has stepped into a workhorse role for the Broncos. Over the past five games, the rookie second-rounder is averaging 19.3 PPR points […]

Michael Carter Tough to Trust in Difficult Week 18 Matchup

Arizona Cardinals running back Michael Carter has operated as the starter for the last two weeks, but has delivered disappointing results, scoring just 6.5 and 6.3 PPR points. With Bam Knight (ankle) going down for the season in Week 15, Carter was expected to handle the lion's share of the work in Arizona's backfield. However, […]

Tank Bigsby Profiles as RB2 Option in Favorable Week 18 Matchup

Philadelphia Eagles running back Tank Bigsby is expected to be the starter for the regular season finale against the Washington Commanders, with the team resting their starters before the playoffs. Bigbsy has served as the primary backup to Saquon Barkley after being traded to the Eagles from Jacksonville following Week 1. The 24-year-old has been […]

Weekend Waiver Wire Rankings for Week 18: Fantasy Football Pickups for Tank Bigsby, Jaydon Blue, Darius Slayton, Parker Washington, Jaylen Wright, Matthew Golden, Colston Loveland

It's a sad day as the final week of the NFL regular season is here. While most fantasy football championships have been played, there are still some leagues playing for a championship or consolation prize. Week 18 is the most volatile in football, and fantasy managers will need to pay attention right up until kickoff […]

Audric Estime Remains a Decent Flex Option for Week 18

New Orleans Saints running back Audric Estime delivered the best game of his career in last week's win over the Tennessee Titans, handling 14 carries for 94 yards and a touchdown while adding one catch (one target) for four yards. The Saints leaned more into the second-year back in Week 17 after giving tight end […]

Dylan Sampson Has Flex Appeal in Favorable Week 18 Matchup

Cleveland Browns running back Dylan Sampson returned from calf and hand injuries that sidelined him for two games in Week 17 and recorded 27 yards from scrimmage on 14 touches against the Pittsburgh Steelers. With Browns running back Quinshon Judkins (leg, ankle) on Injured Reserve, Sampson should have a chance to lead his team's backfield […]

Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em - Week 18 Matchups Analysis (2025)

Welcome back, RotoBallers, to our Week 18 matchups analysis and fantasy football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em picks! 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. The rule of thumb for Week 18 fantasy football championships is to start players who […]

Super Saturday Fantasy Football Start 'Em, Sit 'Em (Week 18) - Baker Mayfield, Bucky Irving, Mike Evans, Rico Dowdle, Tetairoa McMillan, Ricky Pearsall, George Kittle, Kenneth Walker III, more

There will be two games played on Saturday in Week 18. The first game is between the Carolina Panthers and Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Both teams are fighting for a playoff spot. If the Panthers win, they clinch the NFC South. If the Buccaneers win, they will also need a Saints win over the Falcons to […]

NFL Inactives Week 18 (Updated): Which Teams Are Resting Starters? Who's Sitting and Playing (2025)

The 2025 fantasy football season has reached the final week. While most leagues may have needed in Week 17, some leagues and DFS tournaments will continue during the final week of the regular season. However, in Week 18, with many teams locked into playoff spots, some high-end players could be given time to rest and […]

NFL DFS Picks for DraftKings: Saturday, 1/3/2026 - Daily Fantasy Football

Welcome back, RotoBallers! The new year is upon us, and we have one final week of regular-season football. Luckily for us, we got a slate that actually matters to all four teams. No one should be resting any starters or throwing the game away for a better draft pick. There is a lot at stake, […]

Week 18 Fantasy Football Busts? Players Who May Disappoint (2025)

For some teams, Week 18 is like the preseason. For others, it's win or go home. That's why most fantasy leagues end their season in Week 17. If you're still playing, however, we have you covered. Below, we sort through the stats and find 10 fantasy football busts, or players who may disappoint, for Week […]

Running Back Matchups to Target for Week 18 (2025)

While most fantasy leagues have wrapped up, a few are still going, and we in the DFS and betting community never stop grinding, even when presented with the challenge of navigating Week 18 and figuring out what players are going to actually play, how much they'll play, and which teams even care about winning their […]

Jaydon Blue In Line to Lead Cowboys Backfield in Week 18

Dallas Cowboys rookie running back Jaydon Blue could play his most snaps in a game this season in Week 18's regular-season finale against the New York Giants, with both Javonte Williams (shoulder, neck) and Malik Davis (calf, eye) ruled out. The fifth-round rookie has only been active for four games this season, with his most […]

NFL Betting Picks and Props for Novig (Saturday 1/3/25)

For the final week of the NFL regular season, the league has flexed two very important games to Saturday, giving us a pretty great two-game slate where we can be assured that all teams involved will be giving max effort and playing their starters for the duration. The Bucs and Panthers will be battling for […]

NFL Pick 'Em Pool Picks (Week 18) - Targets, Avoids, Predictions for Pick'em Contests (2025)

Welcome back to our NFL Pick'em Pool Picks for Week 18 of the 2025 NFL season. The final week of one of the most chaotic regular seasons in recent memory is here. With much of the playoff field already locked up, several teams are expected to rest starters, likely leading to some bad football. Most […]