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FFL: Playoff Week 2 | NFL: Week 16
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    Gunnar Helm Dec 20 3:30pm CT
    Gunnar Helm

    Tennessee Titans rookie tight end Gunnar Helm (toe) is expected to play on Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs, according to Jeremy Fowler of ESPN. Helm was a limited participant in practice on Wednesday and Thursday before being upgraded to full on Friday. The rookie fourth-rounder has emerged as one of the few bright spots on the Titans' offense in recent weeks. He caught all four of his targets for 49 yards and his second touchdown of the season in last week's loss to the 49ers. The Texas product leads the team with 131 receiving yards over the past four games, ranking as the TE15 in that span. Helm's stock is trending up, and he projects as an upside TE2 option even in a tougher matchup on Sunday against a Kansas City Chiefs defense that has given up the fifth fewest fantasy points per game to tight ends.

    From RotoBaller

    Emari Demercado Dec 20 3:30pm CT
    Emari Demercado

    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 passing-down specialist at points earlier this season, it's unclear whether that remains his role given how well Carter has performed in the passing game lately. Carter has 19 catches over his last five games, whereas Demercado has just 10 catches through parts of 10 games this year. Rather than being a true passing-down specialist, it seems more likely that the 26-year-old will fall into a change-of-pace role, allowing the Cardinals to manage Carter's workload and keep him fresh. Demercado has shown impressive burst in the past, and his 8.3 yards per carry over the last two seasons indicates that he's capable of breaking off big plays. His fantasy value in Week 16 likely hinges on whether he's able to break off any big runs or catches against the Falcons. In other words, he'll need high efficiency to overcome a backup's workload. He currently ranks as the RB51 in RotoBaller's latest fantasy football rankings for Week 16.

    From RotoBaller

    Elic Ayomanor Dec 20 3:20pm CT
    Elic Ayomanor

    Tennessee Titans rookie wide receiver Elic Ayomanor hasn't been a trustworthy fantasy option despite playing a full-time role since the start of the season. Ayomanor has caught just one ball in each of the past three games after recording multiple receptions in his first 10 games. His two lowest target totals of the season have also come in the past two games. The rookie fourth-rounder has scored double-digit PPR points twice in 13 games, coming back in Weeks 2 and 3. Ayomanor is tough to trust beyond a deep league FLEX option for Week 16's matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs.

    From RotoBaller

    Michael Wilson Dec 20 3:20pm CT
    Michael Wilson

    Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson should remain a strong fantasy option against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 16 despite the potential return of Marvin Harrison Jr. (heel). Harrison, listed as questionable, is working his way back from missing four games in the last five weeks. Wilson has been at his best when Harrison is inactive. During those four games, he averaged a whopping 15.0 targets, 10.3 catches, 124.8 yards, and 0.8 touchdowns. Harrison's potential return would certainly lower his ceiling and floor, but he can still be a viable fantasy starter, especially with Jacoby Brissett throwing the ball at least 40 times every game. Wilson has low-end WR1 upside if Harrison sits out, and he'd be a low-end WR2 or high-end WR3 with Harrison playing. Even if Harrison suits up, we wouldn't be surprised to see Wilson lead the Cardinals' wide receiver room in snaps, targets, catches, and yards, given how well he has played lately. He ranks as the overall WR15 in RotoBaller's latest fantasy football rankings for Week 16.

    From RotoBaller

    Trey McBride Dec 20 3:10pm CT
    Trey McBride

    Arizona Cardinals tight end Trey McBride remains a top fantasy option despite a difficult matchup against the Atlanta Falcons in Week 16. On paper, it may appear that the odds are stacked against McBride. Not only is he facing a Falcons defense that has allowed the third-fewest fantasy points to tight ends in 2025, but he could also face additional competition if Marvin Harrison Jr. (heel, questionable) returns from his two-game absence. However, McBride has consistently established himself as matchup-proof this year, so he should feast despite facing Atlanta. Furthermore, he could still lead the team in targets and catches, even if Harrison does return to the mix. In total this year, the 26-year-old has 105 catches, 1,071 yards, and a career-high 10 touchdowns. He is on track to finish this year as the overall TE1 in PPR leagues after finishing 2024 as the TE2. McBride has especially benefited from the presence of quarterback Jacoby Brissett. In full-PPR leagues, he averaged 12.5 fantasy points per game with Kyler Murray (foot) as the starter, and a whopping 23.3 fantasy points per game with Brissett as the starter. We should expect more otherworldly, video-game numbers from McBride this week. He's the undisputed TE1 in this week's fantasy rankings and should be a must-start as the fantasy playoffs continue.

    From RotoBaller

    Tyjae Spears Dec 20 2:50pm CT
    Tyjae Spears

    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 in the Titans' offense hasn't expanded with Tony Pollard locking down the lead back duties and delivering his two best performances of the season in the last two weeks. The 24-year-old has just one game this season with double-digit PPR points, coming back in Week 8. Spears will remain a low-upside FLEX option in a tough Week 16 matchup versus the Kansas City Chiefs, who have allowed the fourth fewest PPR points per game to running backs.

    From RotoBaller

    Chimere Dike Dec 20 2:50pm CT
    Chimere Dike

    Tennessee Titans rookie wide receiver Chimere Dike has held down a full-time role in the offense, but hasn't emerged as a reliable option for fantasy football. Dike leads the Titans with 24 targets in the past four games, but has generated just 93 yards. The rookie fourth-rounder delivered his two best fantasy performances in Weeks 7 and 8, scoring 16.9 and 16.4 PPR points. However, he has underwhelmed in six games since, averaging just 6.6 points per game. The Florida product still profiles as the most reliable receiver in the Titans' offense, but he is tough to trust for fantasy purposes for a tough matchup against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday. He profiles as a deep league FLEX option at best in Week 16.

    From RotoBaller

    Michael Carter Dec 20 2:40pm CT
    Michael Carter

    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 a season-high 80% snap share with 14 carries, 56 rushing yards, four catches, and 38 receiving yards. The 26-year-old is likely headed for similar volume this Sunday, but we also wouldn't be surprised if Emari Demercado eats into his workload slightly. Nevertheless, Carter should remain the clear No. 1 back heading into a favorable matchup against the Falcons, who have allowed the 13th-most rushing yards and 14th-most fantasy points to opposing running backs in 2025. A spread of ATL -3.0 also indicates that this should be a competitive game, which is another reason why we expect Carter to see a healthy dose of carries and targets. He ranks as the overall RB25 in RotoBaller's latest fantasy football rankings for Week 16.

    From RotoBaller

    Jacoby Brissett Dec 20 2:30pm CT
    Jacoby Brissett

    Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett has filled in admirably for Kyler Murray (foot), and he remains a strong fantasy option ahead of Sunday's Week 16 contest against the Atlanta Falcons. The veteran quarterback wasn't expected to have any fantasy relevance coming into this season, and even when he took over as the Cardinals' starter, expectations were quite low. However, he has been a pleasant surprise for fantasy managers, ranking as a top-12 quarterback in all nine of his starts this year. Since replacing Murray in Week 6, he is the overall QB3 in fantasy scoring, trailing only Josh Allen and Trevor Lawrence. He already has talented receiving threats available in Trey McBride and Michael Wilson, and he could get additional reinforcements with Marvin Harrison Jr. (heel) listed as questionable. Harrison is working his way back after missing four of the last five Cardinals games. Having all three of his top targets available would give Murray an extra boost against the Falcons, who rank near the middle of the league with the 16th-most fantasy points allowed to opposing quarterbacks in 2025. Just last week, Atlanta's defense surrendered 277 passing yards and two touchdowns to Baker Mayfield. As it stands, Brissett is the overall QB7 in RotoBaller's latest fantasy football rankings for Week 16.

    From RotoBaller

    Zane Gonzalez Dec 20 2:10pm CT
    Zane Gonzalez

    Atlanta Falcons kicker Zane Gonzalez has been solid as the team's third placekicker this year, going 11-for-13 in the six games he's played, with both misses coming from more than 50 yards out. He's also 11-for-11 on extra point attempts. The 30-year-old is on the streaming radar for Week 16's road matchup against the Cardinals, as Arizona has given up 35 points per contest over the last three weeks, which is second-worst in the NFL over that stretch, and Atlanta owns an implied total of 25 for this contest, so there is scoring expected in this one. Gonzalez won't have to deal with any elements playing indoors in Arizona either, so it sets him up as a potential top 12 kicking option for Week 16.

    From RotoBaller

    David Sills Dec 20 2:00pm CT
    David Sills

    Atlanta Falcons wide receiver David Sills V drew 10 targets in Week 15, converting them into six catches for 78 yards. The 29-year-old enjoyed a four-game stretch with Drake London (knee) missing from action, which included touchdown receptions in Weeks 12 and 13, however, London is expected to return in Week 16. That could mean Sills' fantasy relevance could revert to near-zero, although he did manage to outsnap Darnell Mooney each of the last two weeks, so it could be Mooney's playing time that takes a hit. Either way, with it being the fantasy playoffs for most managers, it's a situation that is probably best avoided if possible, leaving the 29-year-old as a deep league Hail Mary where needed.

    From RotoBaller

    Evan Engram Dec 20 1:30pm CT
    Evan Engram

    Denver Broncos tight end Evan Engram will host the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 16. Engram enters Week 16 as the TE30 overall on the season in full-PPR leagues and has had a downtrend in offensive snaps with 36% in Week 14 and 28% in Week 15. While the Jaguars will likely force the Broncos to focus more on the passing attack since they are the best in the league at average rushing yards allowed per game, with 86.3, it's hard to bet that Engram will be a beneficiary of the gameplan. As RotoBaller's TE27 overall on the week, Engram will be best left on the bench or on waivers.

    From RotoBaller

    Wil Lutz Dec 20 1:30pm CT
    Wil Lutz

    Denver Broncos Kicker Wil Lutz will look for more opportunities to contribute as he'll face the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 16. In the Week 15 win over the Green Bay Packers, Lutz was able to convert four PAT attempts and didn't get a chance to kick a field goal. The Jaguars' defense is currently ranked 10th in scoring allowed per game at 20.9, and while it can be difficult to predict exactly how likely a kicker will be relied upon for field goals, Lutz has been reliable when given the opportunity this season. As Lutz will do all he can to help the Broncos extend their win streak to 12 straight, RotoBaller ranks him at 21 overall for Week 16.

    From RotoBaller

    Bo Nix Dec 20 1:20pm CT
    Bo Nix

    Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix will look to stay hot as they will host the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 16. After lighting up the Green Bay Packers in Week 15 with 302 passing yards and four passing touchdowns, Nix should theoretically have an easier time moving the offense down the field against a defense ranking 20th overall in average passing yards allowed per game at 222.2. Nix will also get rookie wide receiver Pat Bryant back into the lineup for Week 16, which could lead to even more open options to choose from throughout the day. Fantasy managers should feel confident starting Nix as RotoBaller's QB11 overall for Week 16 rankings.

    From RotoBaller

    Courtland Sutton Dec 20 1:20pm CT
    Courtland Sutton

    Denver Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton has been a healthy start for fantasy managers since the Week 12 bye and will host the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 16. The Jaguars' defense currently ranks first in average rushing yards per game allowed with 86.3 and 20th in average passing yards allowed with 222.2. With this in mind, it's likely that the passing attack remains a focal point of the Broncos' offense in Week 16 as they look to build off of the tremendous outing that quarterback Bo Nix had in Week 15. This could bode well for Sutton's production against the Jaguars, and RotoBaller's rankings reflect that as the WR14 overall for Week 16.

    From RotoBaller

    Troy Franklin Dec 20 1:20pm CT
    Troy Franklin

    Denver Broncos wide receiver Troy Franklin is aiming to stay efficient against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 16. After booming again in Week 15 with six of six targets caught for 85 yards and a touchdown, adding one carry for three yards, Franklin could potentially cede snaps to the return of rookie wide receiver Pat Bryant. However, it will be a surprise if Sean Payton decides to keep Franklin out of the scheme, as he has been a key part of the Broncos' 11-game win streak. With the Jaguars' defense being stronger against the run than it is against the pass, it's likely that the passing attack will be a focal point to keep the win streak alive. With offensive snap counts in the last three games since the bye of 53%, 26%, and 50%, Franklin enters Week 16 as RotoBaller's WR51 overall for the week.

    From RotoBaller

    RJ Harvey Dec 20 1:20pm CT
    RJ Harvey

    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 while facing the Green Bay Packers, it's possible that they could lean more towards the passing game as a focal point to keep the win streak alive. While Harvey has scored at least one touchdown on the ground in three consecutive games and averages 75.7 total yards per game in that stretch, RotoBaller ranks him as the RB14 overall for Week 16.

    From RotoBaller

    Tony Pollard Dec 20 1:10pm CT
    Tony Pollard

    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 PPR points in the past two weeks after a mediocre first 12 games, where he ranked as the RB29. The former Dallas Cowboys running back has maintained a steady workload with double-digit touches in every game and at least 15 in three of the past four games. However, Pollard has a tough matchup on Sunday against a Kansas City Chiefs defense that has allowed the fourth fewest PPR points per game to running backs. He ranks as RotoBaller's RB29 in PPR leagues and is more of a FLEX option in Week 16.

    From RotoBaller

    Trevon Diggs Dec 20 1:10pm CT
    Trevon Diggs

    The Dallas Cowboys have activated cornerback Trevon Diggs (knee) from Injured Reserve, and he will start on Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers, according to Patrik Walker of DallasCowboys.com. Diggs' return coincides with fellow cornerback Daron Bland (foot), who is set to miss the rest of the season after being moved to Injured Reserve. Diggs was placed on IR in late October after suffering a concussion while also managing a knee injury. The 27-year-old is expected to return in a rotational role for Week 16's game against the Chargers before ramping up over the final two games of the season.

    From RotoBaller

    Tyler Allgeier Dec 20 1:10pm CT
    Tyler Allgeier

    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 limited fantasy appeal if he's not finding the end zone. Week 16, however, could bring a solid chance to score, as the Falcons go up against an Arizona defense that has yielded the fifth-most fantasy points to opposing running backs and has allowed 35 points per game to opponents over their last three games (second most). Atlanta has an implied total of 25 points in this one, so there should be a few touchdowns scored, and the 25-year-old projects as a low-floor Flex play who currently has the third-best odds of scoring out of all the Falcon playmakers (+140).

    From RotoBaller

  • NFL Week 16
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    Seahawks38
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    Eagles44.5u
    Commanders+7
    Sat 4:00pm CT
    Packers45u
    Bears-1
    Sat 7:20pm CT
    Bills41.5u
    Browns+10.5
    Sun 12:00pm CT
    Bengals47.5u
    Dolphins+4
    Sun 12:00pm CT
    Chargers50u
    Cowboys-1.5
    Sun 12:00pm CT
    Vikings43.5u
    Giants+2.5
    Sun 12:00pm CT
    Jets40.5u
    Saints-6.5
    Sun 12:00pm CT
    Chiefs37.5u
    Titans+3
    Sun 12:00pm CT
    Buccaneers45.5u
    Panthers+3
    Sun 12:00pm CT
    Falcons48u
    Cardinals+3
    Sun 3:05pm CT
    Jaguars47u
    Broncos-3.5
    Sun 3:05pm CT
    Steelers52u
    Lions-7
    Sun 3:25pm CT
    Raiders38u
    Texans-14
    Sun 3:25pm CT
    Patriots48.5u
    Ravens-3
    Sun 7:20pm CT
    49ers46.5u
    Colts+5.5
    Mon 7:15pm CT
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