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Arizona Cardinals running back Michael Carter (22) breaks out of the backfield against the Jacksonville Jaguars at State Farm Stadium on Nov. 23, 2025.

Fantasy Football FAAB Report: Michael Carter, J.J. McCarthy, Colby Parkinson, and 9 More Week 16 Waiver Wire Adds

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Dec 14, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Houston Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud (7) warms up before playing against the Arizona Cardinals at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Thomas Shea-Imagn Images

C.J. Stroud, J.J. McCarthy & Other Fantasy Football Quarterbacks to Start in Week 16

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Nov 2, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; Buffalo Bills cornerback Maxwell Hairston (31) intercepts the ball in the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs at Highmark Stadium.

The Buffalo Bills, The Kansas City Chiefs, And Three More Week 16 D/ST To Target On The Waiver Wire

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Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) throws during the first half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

Fantasy Football Week 16 Waiver Wire Debate: Marcus Mariota vs JJ McCarthy

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Nov 9, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) warms up before the game against the Baltimore Ravens at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Justin Jefferson's Major Downfall Will Continue Plus 4 Other Wide Receivers to Sit in Week 16

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Dec 7, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) warms up on the field prior to the game against the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Fantasy Football Week 16 Start ‘Em, Sit ‘Em: Sam Darnold vs. J.J.McCarthy

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy celebrates after a touchdown against the Dallas Cowboys.

Jerry Jones sounds alarm on Cowboys defense after another quarterback breakout

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Beyoncé headlined the halftime show for Netflix's inaugural Christmas Gameday in 2024.

NFL, Netflix Announce Halftime Performer for Vikings-Lions Game on Christmas

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Jun 7, 2025; Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada; Snoop Dogg performs prior to the game between Edmonton Elks and BC Lions at BC Place Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Anne-Marie Sorvin-Imagn Images

Vikings-Lions Christmas Day game to feature 'Snoop's Holiday Halftime Party'

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Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) slaps hands with Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell after a made field goal against the Dallas Cowboys during the second half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Raymond Carlin III-Imagn Images

How high or low can the Vikings pick in the 2026 NFL Draft?

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy (9) has played well on the field recently and could be a major asset to be gained via the waiver wire for fantasy football managers heading into NFL Week 16.

J.J. McCarthy, 3 More Fantasy Football Week 16 Waiver Wire Quarterback Targets

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Dec 7, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) reacts after the game at U.S. Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

Fantasy Football Managers Can Give Up on Justin Jefferson as a Top-Tier Wide Receiver

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Patriots tight end Hunter Henry, left, and quarterback Drake Maye on the sideline at the end of their loss to the Bills.

NFL Power Rankings: Patriots Slip Out of Top Five After Loss to Bills

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Matthew Stafford and the Rams are headed to Seattle on Thursday night.

NFL Week 16 Schedule 2025: Full List of Games, Times & TV Info

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Jaxson Dart and the Giants are home underdogs against the Vikings.

Vikings vs. Giants Prediction, Odds, Spread, Injuries, Trends for NFL Week 16

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Oct 4, 2024; Watford, United Kingdom; Minnesota Vikings former receivers Cris Carter (80) and Jake Reed (86) at the NFL flag football event at The Grove.

Vikings legend Cris Carter still isn't a J.J. McCarthy believer

Will Ragatz

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Dec 15, 2025

Jan 13, 2025; Glendale, AZ, USA; Minnesota Vikings long snapper Andrew DePaola (42) against the Los Angeles Rams during an NFC wild card game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Vikings likely headed for lowest Pro Bowl total since 2020

Jonathan Harrison

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Dec 15, 2025

Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) throws against Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58) and linebacker Eric Wilson (55) during the second half at AT&T Stadium.

Vikings' top pass rusher to undergo shoulder surgery, miss rest of season

Will Ragatz

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Dec 15, 2025

Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58), linebacker Eric Wilson (55) and linebacker Andrew van Ginkel (43) celebrate after a play during the first half against the Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium.

Vikings snap count analysis and notable PFF grades against Cowboys

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Dec 15, 2025

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