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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.

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

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.

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

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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 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.

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 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. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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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.

1Dec 7, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars tight end Brenton Strange (85) leaves the field following a game at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images

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Dec 14, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Arizona Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) drops back to pass against the Houston Texans in the third quarter at NRG Stadium.

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Which quarterback has the better fantasy football matchup in Week 17 - Trevor Lawrence or Jacoby Brissett?

Dec 22, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy (13) warms up before the game against the Indianapolis Colts at Lucas Oil Stadium.

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Helping decide who to play in fantasy football in week 17 between Tampa Bay Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield and San Francisco 49ers QB Brock Purdy.

Dec 21, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (38) runs the ball against Baltimore Ravens safety Alohi Gilman (12) and linebacker Trenton Simpson (32) during the second half of the game at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

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Rhamondre Stevenson and Dylan Sampson include players with high-upside in Week 17 Fantasy Football, earning sleeper status.

Dec 14, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Los Angeles Chargers running back Omarion Hampton (8) runs the ball during the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

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Helping decide who to play in fantasy football in week 17 between Los Angeles Chargers RB Omarion Hampton and New York Jets RB Breece Hall.

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

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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.

Dec 21, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers running back Kenneth Gainwell (14) celebrates after a touchdown during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

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Kenneth Gainwell and D'Andre Swift both work in efficient, split backfields. One player trends higher of recent while the others falls down.

Houston running back Woody Marks (27) signals a first down to allow the Texans to run out the clock and kick a game-winning field goal to beat the Tennessee Titans 16-13 during their game at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025

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Woody Marks and Justin Herbert headline the top bust candidates for week 17.

Dec 14, 2025; Santa Clara, California, USA; San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Jauan Jennings (15) celebrates scoring a touchdown against Tennessee Titans during the third quarter at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

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Pay attention to these key Wide Receiver vs Cornerback matchups in Week 17 Fantasy Football. They will make or break your season.

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.

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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.

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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.

Dec 21, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Xavier Worthy (1) runs with the ball after a made catch against the Tennessee Titans during the second half at Nissan Stadium.

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Determining who makes a better case to start at wide receiver among Week 17 fantasy football lineups between Xavier Worthy and Troy Franklin.

Dec 20, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bears wide receiver DJ Moore (2) runs after the catch against Green Bay Packers guard Lecitus Smith (68) during the first quarter at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike Dinovo-Imagn Images

NFL

In this Week 17 Start 'Em and Sit 'Em wide receiver decision, we look at whether fantasy football owners should be starting Bears WR DJ Moore or Jaguars WR Jakobi Meyers

Nov 16, 2025; Denver, Colorado, USA; Kansas City Chiefs running back Kareem Hunt (29) carries the ball in the third quarter against the Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High.

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Helping decide who to play in fantasy football in week 17 between Kansas City Chiefs RBs Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt.