Mark Morales-Smith

Joined: Jan 27, 2025

Mark Morales-Smith is a father of five, a former college football scout and semi-pro football player. Morales-Smith is a long-time competitive fantasy football player with well over a decade of professional writing experience at multiple high-level sites, including Sports Illustrated, FullTime Fantasy, FantasySP, and more.

Detroit Lions cornerback D.J. Reed (4) tackles Chicago Bears wide receiver Luther Burden III (10) during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025.

News

Week 17 fantasy football recap breaking down Chase Brown’s monster game, Jaylen Waddle’s injury, and all the key NFL performances that shaped championship week results.

New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart (6) drops back to pass against the Minnesota Vikings during the second half at MetLife Stadium.

Start 'Em & Sit 'Em

Week 17 fantasy football boom-or-bust players to consider in championship matchups, highlighted by Jaxson Dart, Taysom Hill, and other high-upside, high-risk options.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) during warmups prior to the game against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field.

Injuries

Week 17 NFL fantasy football injury report featuring Jordan Love, AJ Brown, Lamar Jackson, and other key players to monitor before setting championship lineups.

Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence (16) looks to pass during the second quarter of an NFL football game at EverBank Stadium, Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in Jacksonville, Fla.

Start 'Em & Sit 'Em

Week 17 fantasy football bold predictions for championship week, featuring Trevor Lawrence, Chase Brown, Trey McBride, and potential league-winning performances.

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Michael Wilson (14) against the Atlanta Falcons at State Farm Stadium.

Start 'Em & Sit 'Em

Championship week fantasy football decisions are brutal—here’s why fringe options like Tony Pollard, Michael Wilson, and Tyler Shough deserve starting consideration in Week 17.

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) drops back to pass against the Houston Texans in the third quarter at NRG Stadium.

DFS

Looking for the perfect Week 17 DraftKings GPP lineup? We break down a winning DFS build featuring a Brissett–McBride stack, value plays, and tournament-winning upside.

New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (38) runs the ball against Baltimore Ravens safety Alohi Gilman (12) during the second half of the game at M&T Bank Stadium.

Waiver Wire

Best Week 17 fantasy football running back streamers for championship week, featuring Rhamondre Stevenson, Isiah Pacheco, Raheim Sanders, and Samaje Perine.

Washington Commanders quarterback Josh Johnson (14) practices before the game at U.S. Bank Stadium.

Waiver Wire

Week 17 fantasy football quarterback streamers for championship week, featuring Josh Johnson, Tyler Shough, and Quinn Ewers with matchup-driven upside.

Dec 20, 2025; Landover, Maryland, USA; Philadelphia Eagles tight end Dallas Goedert (88) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Washington Commanders in the second half at Northwest Stadium.

Fantasy Football managers should leave these four tight ends on their bench in Week 17.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III (19) celebrates his twenty-nine yard pass reception for a touchdown against the New York Giants during the fourth quarter at Acrisure Stadium.

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Week 17 fantasy football deep sleepers breakdown featuring Raheim Sanders, Calvin Austin III, and other low-rostered options who could deliver championship-winning value.

New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough (6) throws against the New York Jets during the first half at Caesars Superdome.

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Week 17 fantasy football sleeper picks for championship week featuring Tyler Shough, Isiah Pacheco, and other high-upside plays to help fantasy managers overcome injuries and tough matchups.

Dec 21, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) makes a catch against the New York Giants during the first half at MetLife Stadium.

Start 'Em & Sit 'Em

These wide receivers have been productive at times but fantasy football players can't rely on them with the league's championship on the line.

Mark Morales-Smith

Joined: Jan 27, 2025

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News

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Start 'Em & Sit 'Em

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Injuries

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Start 'Em & Sit 'Em

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DFS

Perfect Week 17 DraftKings Lineup Featuring A Jacoby Brissett-Trey McBride Stack

Waiver Wire

Best Week 17 Running Back Streamers Featuring Rhamondre Stevenson & Isiah Pacheco

Waiver Wire

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