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Dec 28, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; New York Giants defensive tackle Roy Robertson-Harris (95) warms up before the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The two NFC East games could feature a lot of points which means sitting at least two or three of those defenses might be a wise idea for Week 18.

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The two NFC East games could feature a lot of points which means sitting at least two or three of those defenses might be a wise idea for Week 18.

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Dec 11, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans (13) reacts after catching a pass against Atlanta Falcons safety Jessie Bates III (3) (obscured) during the third quarter at Raymond James Stadium.

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Helping decide who to play in fantasy football in week 18 between Tampa Bay Buccaneers WR Mike Evans and Carolina Panthers WR Tetairoa McMillan.

Dec 28, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Chicago Bears in the first half at Levi's Stadium.

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Helping decide who to play in fantasy football between San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy and Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield.

Dec 25, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce (87) runs the ball at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

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This may be the last game in the star tight end's career but given his current quarterback situation, Kelce can't be trusted in fantasy football championships.

Dec 21, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Carolina Panthers running back Rico Dowdle (5) with the ball in the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium.

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Helping decide who to play in fantasy football in week 18 between Carolina Panthers RB Rico Dowdle and Tampa Bay Buccaneers RB Bucky Irving.

Oct 19, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium.

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Josh Jacobs has struggled in recent weeks and could be rested in Week 18, giving other Packers running backs an opportunity to step up.

Dec 27, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Malik Willis (2) throws during the third quarter of their game against the Baltimore Ravens at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Mark Hoffman/Milwaukee Journal Sentinel via Imagn Images

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Malik Willis is among several quarterbacks to sit in Week 18 of fantasy football.

Dec 28, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson (17) runs with the ball after a catch in the second quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium.

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These five pass-catchers have been putting up incredible stats all season but even more so the last few weeks. They'll help fantasy football players win their league's championship in Week 18.

Dec 28, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold (14) throws a pass against the Carolina Panthers during the fourth quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

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Sam Darnold is among several quarterback to start in Week 18 of fantasy football.

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Many people participate in Fantasy Football Leagues for the NFL Playoffs. These are players to consider drafting at cost.

Nov 9, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers place kicker Chris Boswell (9) reacts to missing a field goal against the Los Angeles Chargers during the second quarter of the game at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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The final week of the regular season means some tough decisions to be made on kickers to sit. Here we go for week number 18.

Nov 6, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Kyu Blu Kelly (36) reacts after making an interception against the Denver Broncos during the first half at Empower Field at Mile High.

Waiver Wire

The Las Vegas Raiders and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers headline the top D/ST to target on the week 18 waiver wire.

Dec 21, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Atlanta Falcons defensive lineman Kentavius Street (93) with special teams coordinator Marquice Williams against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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These three defenses are must-start units in Week 18 Fantasy Football. Their key metrics project for many sacks and turnovers to be generated.

Dec 14, 2025; Arlington, Texas, USA; Dallas Cowboys cornerback Daron Bland (26) tackles Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson (18) during the first half at AT&T Stadium.

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The Vikings star playmaker has been a massive dissapoinment the last few weeks. Jefferson and these four other pass-catchers should be sat in fantasy lineups with the league championship on the line.

Dec 7, 2025; Green Bay, Wisconsin, USA; Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) during the game against the Chicago Bears at Lambeau Field.

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All five running backs on this week's sit list are more than house-hold names, they are sruds fantasy managers banked on for most of the season. Sadly, none of them can be trusted in starting lineups for Week 18.

Dec 21, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; New England Patriots running back Treveyon Henderson (32) warms up prior to the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium.

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The Patriots rookie running back is among a handful of running backs fantasy football managers can trust for big performances in Week 18.

Dec 1, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots place kicker Andy Borregales (36) misses a field goal from the hold of New England Patriots punter Bryce Baringer (17) during the third quarter against the New York Giants at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

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We find these three kickers to have tremendous scoring opportunity in Week 18. They may just win you the final week of the Fantasy Football season.

Dec 28, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Las Vegas Raiders tight end Michael Mayer (87) makes a catch in the second half against the New York Giants at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

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These Tight Ends, including Michael Mayer, still have tremendous upside in Week 18 that you can start towards victory.

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The Seattle Seahawks vs. San Francisco 49ers is among the highest over/under totals in NFL Week 18.

Dec 22, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle (85) leaves the field after the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium.

Injuries

San Francisco 49ers TE George Kittle missed Week 17 with an ankle injury. Here’s the latest update on his status heading into Week 18.

Green Bay Packers quarterback Jordan Love (10) is escorted to the locker room after suffering a concussion during the first quarter of their game against the Chicago Bears Saturday, December 20, 2025 at Soldier Field in Chicago, Illinois.

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These teams may bench their starters in Week 18, in turn harming your Fantasy Football team, if still active.

Dec 14, 2025; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Rams running back Blake Corum (22) runs the ball during the fourth quarter against the Detroit Lions at SoFi Stadium.

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Blake Courm and Tyler Allgeier headline the top fantasy football running back start/sit decisions in week 17.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Bucky Irving (7) celebrates after a 54-yard run in the second half against the Los Angeles Chargers at SoFi Stadium.

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Should fantasy football managers start or bench Bucky Irving in Week 18? We analyze his role, matchup, injury return, and upside to help you decide.

Dec 11, 2025; Tampa, Florida, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Emeka Egbuka (2) looks on against the Atlanta Falcons during the first quarter at Raymond James Stadium.

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Exploring who makes the superior case to start at wide receiver among Week 17 fantasy football lineups between Emeka Egbuka and Stefon Diggs.

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