Fantasy football

The league continues to maintain a no gambling policy where players are concerned, on the other hand fantasy football is allowed. What's the difference?

According to NFL Fantasy Football reporter Adam Caplan, about a quarter of the players he had interviewed have admitted to playing fantasy. [Ken Bishop, ](https://www.nfl.com/prospects/ken-bishop/32004249-5350-8098-9f59-2d93ac60b013)who was asked by bleacher report to give an estimated number, guessed 50 percent of NFL players actively play fantasy football. Behind closed doors, however, the number of players who have drafted a team rises exponentially. “NFL Personnel may not accept prizes with a value in excess of Two Hundred Fifty Dollars ($250) in any fantasy football game. However, there is still a degree of confusion on whether or not pro players are allowed to draft their teams in fantasy football. As long as they are not earning above the limit set in $250, they are permitted to play.

Few fantasy football owners want to rely on a streamer with their season on the line, and at most positions, you wouldn't even consider it.

[RBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-rb-rankings-standard-leagues/efo26609ut1qgpuapprwrem6) [QBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-qb-rankings/cfcgschzqays4851zictncaj) [RBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-rb-ppr-rankings/mtie9ybq1yhuxy00s2v1if3e) It's easy to overanalyze every start-or-sit decision and start to second-guess guys like Mark Andrews (vs. Jaguars), and Cole Kmet (@ Lions) are the top options. Overall, there are plenty of solid TE options available no matter your situation. Jets), Chig Okonkwo (vs. Commanders), Noah Fant (vs. David Njoku (vs. Waller (vs. That's a big plus as fantasy owners gear up for their money games. Our Week 17 fantasy TE PPR rankings can help you sort through the contenders and pretenders.

The Week 17 waiver wire pickups & adds lightning round for 2022 fantasy football. Our free agent list includes James Cook, Jahan Dotson, Isaiah Hodgins, ...

Osborn, Drake London, Chris Moore](https://www.rotoballer.com/wide-receiver-waiver-wire-pickups-for-week-16-top-free-agent-adds-include/1115166) [Get The App!](https://www.rotoballer.com/sharp) [Sharp App](https://www.rotoballer.com/sharp)have created the ultimate tools for sports bettors. Waiver pickups are listed in priority order (in a vacuum) and broken down by position. Let's climb toward those championships together as we start turning those calendars to 2023. Welcome back to one of the final waiver looks of this fantasy football season!

Making it to your fantasy football championship matchup is a great feeling, but the one unfortunate side effect is you still have to care about start 'em, ...

[RBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-rb-ppr-rankings/mtie9ybq1yhuxy00s2v1if3e) [RBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-rb-rankings-standard-leagues/efo26609ut1qgpuapprwrem6) [QBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-qb-rankings/cfcgschzqays4851zictncaj) Dolphins), Brett Maher (@ Titans), Jason Myers (@ Jets), and Greg Zuerlein (vs. Broncos) and Mason Crosby (vs. Saints), Chase McLaughlin (@ Giants), and Grahan Gano (vs. If you have a solid kicker in optimal conditions, it's just one less thing to worry about. Harrison Butker (vs. Jake Elliott (vs. [D/STs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/fantasy/list/week-17-fantasy-defense-rankings/jx9hr4hogty3lk3j5m6qr9bb) Factoring in both kicking environment and matchup, Younghoe Koo (vs. Making it to your fantasy football championship matchup is a great feeling, but the one unfortunate side effect is you still have to care about start 'em, sit 'em decisions at kicker.

For the vast majority of fantasy football leagues, the championships are upon us. If you're skilled (and lucky) enough to still be standing, congratulations ...

[RBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-rb-ppr-rankings/mtie9ybq1yhuxy00s2v1if3e) [QBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-qb-rankings/cfcgschzqays4851zictncaj) [Kickers](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/fantasy/news/fantasy-kicker-rankings-week-17-who-to-start-sit-kicker-fantasy-football/nwgtx4svd4dkqblod1qfjwud) Panthers), and Zack Moss and Deon Jackson (@ Giants). (@ Patriots). Bills), Najee Harris (@ Ravens), JK Dobbins (vs. Similarly, Isiah Pacheco and Jerick McKinnon (vs. Devin Singletary and James Cook (vs. Aaron Jones and AJ Dillon (vs. and Antonio Gibson (vs. Cordarrelle Patterson (vs. Cam Akers (@ Chargers) lived in the doghouse basically the entire first half of the NFL season but now serves as the bellcow for the Super Bowl champs in a juicy matchup against their L.A.

Seemingly in the blink of an eye, we have reached Week 17. For the majority of fantasy football leagues, only the championship matchup remains.

[RBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-rb-ppr-rankings/mtie9ybq1yhuxy00s2v1if3e) [RBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-rb-rankings-standard-leagues/efo26609ut1qgpuapprwrem6) [QBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-qb-rankings/cfcgschzqays4851zictncaj) We wouldn't want any part of the Bills (@ Bengals), Steelers (@ Ravens), Jets (@ Seahawks), Saints (@ Eagles), or Patriots (vs. The Lions (vs. The Chiefs (vs. Even if Mike White (ribs) returns for the Jets, the sacks will be plentiful for both Miami and Seattle, just as they will be for the Commanders (vs. Hell, even the Falcons (vs. Other unlikely D/STs we rank among the 10 include the Jaguars (@ Texans) and Cardinals (@ Falcons). Panthers), 49ers (@ Raiders), or Ravens (vs. Speaking of juicy matchups, a couple of widely available AFC East squads could yield strong D/ST performances in title week, as both the Dolphins (@ Patriots) and Seahawks (vs. Saints in Week 17), Cowboys (@ Titans), Buccaneers (vs.

Congrats to the select who few get to set their lineup one more week. In your attempt to achieve fantasy football greatness, we've got you covered at the ...

Browns), Joshua Palmer (vs. Dolphins), Jahan Dotson (vs. Bears), Michael Gallup (@ Titans), Jakobi Meyers (vs. Cardinals), and Brandin Cooks (vs. Vikings), Drake London (vs. Moore (@ Buccaneers), Donovan Peoples-Jones (@ Commanders), JuJu Smith-Schuster (vs. Cowboys), Elijah Moore (@ Seahawks), Mack Hollins and Hunter Renfrow (vs. Conversely, Courtland Sutton (@ Chiefs), Diontae Johnson and George Pickens (@ Ravens), Christian Watson and Allen Lazard (vs. [RBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-rb-ppr-rankings/mtie9ybq1yhuxy00s2v1if3e) [QBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-qb-rankings/cfcgschzqays4851zictncaj) [RBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-rb-rankings-standard-leagues/efo26609ut1qgpuapprwrem6) Jaguars), Romeo Doubs (vs.

Congrats! It's been a wild season, and one of the best Christmas/New Year's presents you can gift yourself is a fantasy football championship. We aim to help ...

[RBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-rb-rankings-standard-leagues/efo26609ut1qgpuapprwrem6) [QBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-qb-rankings/cfcgschzqays4851zictncaj) [Kickers](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/fantasy/news/fantasy-kicker-rankings-week-17-who-to-start-sit-kicker-fantasy-football/nwgtx4svd4dkqblod1qfjwud) Steelers), Tony Pollard and Ezekiel Elliott (@ Titans), and Miles Sanders (vs. As noted above, we still like McKinnon (vs. D'Andre Swift and Jamaal Williams (vs. Similarly, both Zack Moss and Deon Jackson (vs. Browns) and Michael Carter (@ Seahawks) as flexes. [excellent!](https://media.giphy.com/media/kUFlw7XaGE36w/giphy.gif)" Also excellent are Cam Akers (@ Chargers) and David Montgomery (@ Lions). Browns) and Zonovan Knight (@ Seahawks) have great ones. Panthers) and Jerick McKinnon (vs. You don't need us to lead you to the top 12 backs — high-usage studs like Christian McCaffrey (@ Raiders in Week 17), Saquon Barkley (vs.

Britt Flinn brings you her hot takes after Week 16 of the NFL season, including a stellar performance from Rams RB Cam Akers.

However, with [Desmond Ridder](https://www.fantasyalarm.com/nfl/players/309995/Desmond-Ridder) at the helm, there seems to be a little light at the end of the tunnel for London fantasy managers. Green Bay is on the bubble of a wild card berth, tied with the Seahawks and the Lions, but the road looks much easier for Green Bay than it does the other two. However, they have managed to cobble together some wins in recent weeks, and with the state of the NFC as a whole, it looks like they could be able to sneak into the playoffs. [Drake London](https://www.fantasyalarm.com/nfl/players/309928/Drake-London) in the preseason, but a combination of bad play-calling and bad quarterback play has capped his upside throughout the year. [Stefon Diggs](https://www.fantasyalarm.com/nfl/players/303489/Stefon-Diggs), [Davante Adams](https://www.fantasyalarm.com/nfl/players/301267/Davante-Adams), and [DeAndre Hopkins](https://www.fantasyalarm.com/nfl/players/301057/DeAndre-Hopkins), but players like [Leonard Fournette](https://www.fantasyalarm.com/nfl/players/305012/Leonard-Fournette), [Cam Akers](https://www.fantasyalarm.com/nfl/players/308022/Cam-Akers), and [DeVonta Smith](https://www.fantasyalarm.com/nfl/players/309045/DeVonta-Smith) picked up the slack. The only way Miami is guaranteed a spot in the playoffs is to win both games, and with the way they’ve been playing lately, it’s looking more and more unlikely. They face the New England Patriots and New York Jets in the next two weeks, and next week’s game is on the road in frigid Foxborough. I know it’s incredibly difficult to bench your studs who have helped you get this far, but this is not the matchup you want to play around with when the championship is on the line. The Bolts haven’t been able to stop anyone on the ground, allowing the fifth-most rushing yards per game and the second-most rushing yards per attempt, so Akers should continue to show off what he’s got in the tank. San Francisco’s defense is a juggernaut, ranking first in points allowed per game, rushing yards, and rush yards per attempt, and with the Raiders’ offense looking anything but high-powered against the Steelers this week, it’s difficult to see how Jacobs comes away with any fantasy points at all. The holiday weekend has come and gone, and with it came a TON of football. Go ahead and get the milk and cookies ready.

We break down the fantasy football outlook of Cam Akers ahead of the Rams' Week 16 matchup against the Broncos.

The season long stats are a bit confusing, but he didn't have a big role in the offense for the early part of the year. We take a look at his Week 16 matchup against the [Denver Broncos](https://www.milehighreport.com) and what it means for [fantasy football](https://dknation.draftkings.com/fantasy-football) start/sit decision-making. [Super Bowl](https://www.sbnation.com/super-bowl) last year, the [Los Angeles Rams](https://www.turfshowtimes.com/) have had quite a disappointing season.

The biggest fantasy football takeaways from NFL Week 16, including Tyler Allgeier's increased role in the Atlanta Falcons' offense.

[Isaiah Hodgins](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/isaiah-hodgins/52130) had the game of his career [Detroit Lions](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/detroit-lions/11)have used a committee approach at tight end since trading away [T.J. [Justin Watson](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/justin-watson/66915)and Valdes-Scantling were held without a catch. [Cole Beasley](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/cole-beasley/7330)was in for the first three-receiver set for the second straight game, likely out of respect for the veteran, but he barely played once again. [Jordan Mason](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/jordan-mason/62946)had been the backup, but he was added to the practice report Thursday due to a hamstring injury. [Buffalo Bills](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/buffalo-bills/4)‘ primary slot receiver in 2023, which could give him some fantasy value. [Mecole Hardman](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/mecole-hardman/42683)recently returned to practice and could rejoin the active roster before the Chiefs’ next game. [Detroit Lions](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/detroit-lions/11)‘ defense after how they performed against the run in their Week 16 outing. [Saturday recap](https://www.pff.com/news/fantasy-football-nfl-week-16-fantasy-football-recap-immediate-takeaways-saturday-2022). - He slowly but surely became the clear starter over Golladay. - This was the likely reason for his reduction in playing time. Jones was limited in every practice since before the Packers' Week 10 game.

Each week, we'll feature several underperforming players with an assigned grade corresponding to the appropriate level of panic for the respective player/ ...

[Tua Tagovailoa (QB – MIA)](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/tua-tagovailoa.php) [Fantasy Football Tools](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/myplaybook/) as you navigate your season. [Cowboys D/ST ](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/teams/dallas-defense.php) [Geno Smith (QB – SEA)](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/geno-smith.php) [Apple Podcasts](https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasypros-football-podcast/id1138942145?mt=2) [Aaron Jones (RB – GB)](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/aaron-jones.php) [Stitcher](https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/fantasypros-football-podcast) [Malik Willis](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/malik-willis.php) and the Commanders in consecutive weeks, the Cowboys remain in play as a streamer. [Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/1YM5ymt3vWVfdHzVAEzq2w?si=YOuECAqmSfuIiFca2d1N5g) [Tyler Lockett](https://www.fantasypros.com/nfl/players/tyler-lockett.php) again, suddenly this panic has merit. During that span he has a combined 22 points (7.3 PPG) and has failed to top 10.7 points since Week 13. During that span, he has a combined 21.4 points (7.1 PPG).

We break down big days from Minshew, Jahan Dotson and other winners, along with disappointments, Justin Fields' status and more.

[Five Early Waiver Targets](https://www.cbssports.com/fantasy/football/news/fantasy-football-early-week-17-waiver-wire-jahan-dotson-trying-to-keep-hot-streak-rolling-into-championship/) [Leonard Fournette](/fantasy/football/players/2131693/leonard-fournette/) was Sunday. [Adam Thielen](/fantasy/football/players/2059362/adam-thielen/) and a perhaps-overmatched [KJ Osborn](/fantasy/football/players/2184383/k-j-osborn/)? The problem is, this [Ravens](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/BAL/baltimore-ravens/) offense just isn't very good without [Lamar Jackson](/fantasy/football/players/2239671/lamar-jackson/), and Dobbins pretty much needs to find the end zone to be a good Fantasy starter. 2 WR alongside [Justin Jefferson](/fantasy/football/players/2871343/justin-jefferson/)? [Deebo Samuel](/fantasy/football/players/2139735/deebo-samuel/) inactive and a pretty replaceable one when Samuel plays. He may be back in Week 17 against, but if he's not, Smith will be very hard to trust against a very good [Jets](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/NYJ/new-york-jets/) defense. [Quez Watkins](/fantasy/football/players/2262953/quez-watkins/) just had the ball taken from him. [DeAndre Hopkins](/fantasy/football/players/1737078/deandre-hopkins/)' struggles were at least somewhat predictable with the [Cardinals](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/ARI/arizona-cardinals/) down to third-string QB [Trace McSorley](/fantasy/football/players/2139306/trace-mcsorley/). [Justin Fields](/fantasy/football/players/1273205/justin-fields/)told reporters after the game he couldn't put his full weight on his foot and aggravated his previous injured non-throwing shoulder injury in Saturday's game against the [Bills](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/BUF/buffalo-bills/), which could explain the season-worst 11 rushing yard showing. This might go down as one of the most unexpected results of the season, as the [Rams](https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/teams/LAR/los-angeles-rams/) -- the Rams -- with [Baker Mayfield](/fantasy/football/players/2080032/baker-mayfield/) -- with Baker Mayfield -- dropped 51 points on them, with only one DST touchdown to help. I look around my leagues and I see similar results -- one team fighting for their lives because they got 15 yards from [Davante Adams](/fantasy/football/players/1893167/davante-adams/); another likely out because they got 3.3 PPR points from [Rhamondre Stevenson](/fantasy/football/players/3125832/rhamondre-stevenson/).

1. T.J. Hockenson Is Leading Teams To Championship Games. T.J. Hockenson might have given you the edge you needed to make it to the championship game. Hockenson ...

[New York Jets](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/new-york-jets) ended up benching [Zach Wilson](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/zach-wilson) for the second time this season, this time for [Chris Streveler](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/chris-streveler). [George Kittle](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/george-kittle)‘s Playoff Dominance Continues [George Kittle](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/george-kittle) is breaking out at the best possible time for fantasy managers who made it to the playoffs with him as their tight end. [Aaron Jones](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/aaron-jones) this week were left with minimal fantasy points thanks to an injury on the first carry of the game for Jones. If fantasy managers with Jones advance to the title game, he should be good to go, but it’s worth noting that [AJ Dillon](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/aj-dillon) has been getting more work over the last several weeks, so it might be a good idea to temper expectations for Jones. Kittle seems to be a preferred target for [Brock Purdy](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/brock-purdy), and [Deebo Samuel](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/deebo-samuel) is still out, so Kittle may have another big game and bring fantasy managers to a title. [DJ Moore](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/dj-moore), but there always seems to be talk about each season finally being “the season” for the star receiver. [Brock Purdy](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/brock-purdy) has been playing well in his first four career starts and has thrown for two touchdowns in every game. Hockenson](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/tj-hockenson) might have given you the edge you needed to make it to the championship game. Let’s just remember that it’s probably better to let someone else draft [DJ Moore](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/dj-moore) in 2023. Similarly, [Davante Adams](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/davante-adams) has been disappointing over the last three weeks after carrying fantasy managers all season. Hockenson](https://www.thefantasyfootballers.com/fantasy/tj-hockenson) Is Leading Teams To Championship Games [T.J. Akers rushed 23 times for 118 yards and three touchdowns in Week 16 and is currently the RB1 on the week.

Philadelphia Eagles @ Dallas Cowboys · Dak Prescott and · Gardner Minshew both played incredibly well, with Prescott finishing as this week's top fantasy QB.

Top injuries from Week 16 fantasy football for RB, WR, QB, TE (2022), as of 12/26 -- including Christian Watson, Marquise Goodwin, Tyler Boyd, ...

[Christian Watson](https://www.rotoballer.com/nfl/player/23395/Christian+Watson) (hip) didn't return to Sunday's win over the Dolphins. [Hunter Henry](https://www.rotoballer.com/nfl/player/17975/Hunter+Henry) (knee) exited Saturday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals after the first possession with a knee injury and did not return. [Top Fantasy Football Injuries From The Weekend: Christian Watson, Marquise Goodwin, Tyler Boyd, Hunter Henry](https://www.rotoballer.com/top-fantasy-football-injuries-from-week-16-rb-wr-qb-te-december-26th/1118793) [Wide Receiver Waiver Wire Pickups for Week 17: Top Free Agent Adds Include D.J. [Jonnu Smith](/nfl/player/18990/Jonnu+Smith) would see an uptick in targets if Henry is forced to miss any time. [Get The App!](https://www.rotoballer.com/sharp) [Tyler Lockett](/nfl/player/16830/Tyler+Lockett)'s (finger) absence, Goodwin didn't get anything going for fantasy managers, failing to catch any of his four targets. [Use promo code BALLER](https://www.rotoballer.com/sharp)to get a month free of Sharp Pro access. The rookie, who finished with six catches for 49 yards in Week 16, has emerged as [Aaron Rodgers](/nfl/player/2593/Aaron+Rodgers)' favorite target. The severity of Henry's knee injury is unknown and is considered day-to-day. [Sharp App](https://www.rotoballer.com/sharp)have created the ultimate tools for sports bettors. [Download the FREE app](https://www.rotoballer.com/sharp)to track bets, compare odds, get daily picks from the most accurate models in the industry, and identify the sharp side of any bet. We can't know for sure how these injuries will progress before game time in Week 17, but it's never too early to at least take a look at the group of key guys to prepare for waiver wire Wednesday or Thursday.

Joe Serpico shares his top fantasy football waiver-wire pickups heading into Week 17, including Eagles QB Gardner Minshew.

They’re a top-10 option, and I feel confident starting them this week. Shane Zylstra, TE, Detroit Lions: He scored three touchdowns this week so he’s worth mentioning, but I wouldn’t expect a repeat performance in championship week. The Eagles have playmakers on offense, and I feel more confident starting Minshew than Tom Brady, Russell Wilson or Daniel Jones.

Right off the bat, we'll be monitoring Jalen Hurts (right shoulder), Lamar Jackson (knee), Mike White (ribs), and Colt McCoy (concussion) throughout the week, ...

[RBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-rb-rankings-standard-leagues/efo26609ut1qgpuapprwrem6) [Kickers](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/fantasy/news/fantasy-kicker-rankings-week-17-who-to-start-sit-kicker-fantasy-football/nwgtx4svd4dkqblod1qfjwud) [RBs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/nfl/list/week-17-fantasy-rb-ppr-rankings/mtie9ybq1yhuxy00s2v1if3e) Jets), Trevor Lawrence (@ Texans), Daniel Jones (vs. Bears) and Aaron Rodgers (vs. Jones and Carr owners should pivot to more stable signal-callers. That's also true for Minshew, who proved last week that he can produce in any matchup thanks to Philly's stable of stud playmakers. Saints in Week 17), Russell Wilson (@ Chiefs), Brock Purdy (@ Raiders), and McCoy (@ Falcons) as potential adds in last week’s waiver wire watchlist. [D/STs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/fantasy/list/week-17-fantasy-defense-rankings/jx9hr4hogty3lk3j5m6qr9bb) [WRs](https://www.sportingnews.com/us/fantasy/list/week-17-fantasy-wr-ppr-rankings/lsxmdpio4xacx5roqjz8mal0) All four are truly up in the air, and at least three could be started this week depending on the size of your league. As always, our Week 17 fantasy QB rankings serve to help guide you in the right direction on who to start at fantasy’s highest-scoring position.

NFL Week 16 is nearly a wrap, and Zack Moss and Jahan Dotson stand out as waiver wire targets ahead of Week 17.

[Los Angeles Chargers](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/los-angeles-chargers/27), who have given up the fourth-most fantasy points to running backs this season. [Chicago Bears](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/chicago-bears/6), who rank ninth in fantasy points allowed to quarterbacks this season. - He played 100% of snaps over the Rams' first three drives. [Tyler Conklin](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/tyler-conklin/47124) could shine with the right quarterback: Conklin has the playing time and matchup to be a Week 17 fantasy starter. [Tyler Allgeier](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/tyler-allgeier/83639), [Atlanta Falcons](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/atlanta-falcons/2) (39.1%) [Cam Akers](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/cam-akers/57206), [Los Angeles Rams](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/los-angeles-rams/26) (69.5%) [Mac Jones](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/mac-jones/60323), [New England Patriots](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/new-england-patriots/19) (9.7%) [Brock Purdy](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/brock-purdy/77672), [San Francisco 49ers](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/san-francisco-49ers/28) (28.3%) [Russell Wilson](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/russell-wilson/7077), [Denver Broncos](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/denver-broncos/10) (40.7%) [Miami Dolphins](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/miami-dolphins/17)in Week 17. 2 receiver despite all of the news around veterans, and he has a great Week 17 matchup. [Jared Goff](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/jared-goff/10635), [Detroit Lions](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/detroit-lions/11) (Rostered in 53.6% of leagues on ESPN)

This week's fantasy football sleepers include the likes of James Cook, Jahan Dotson, and a host of other players to help you win your matchup in Week 17.

After a rotational role in the offense, Hodgins had his best day yet, catching eight of his team-high 10 targets (tied) for 89 yards and a touchdown against the Vikings. I wouldn’t bet against it happening either against a Titans defense that is bottom of the league across the board in passing defense and has allowed the most yards on deep targets. On Sunday, Watson injured his hip and was ruled out for the game without stepping on the field in the second half. 2 for Aaron Rodgers, playing on 88.2% of the plays in the second half. However, Conklin is eighth in targets (77) on the season and faces Seattle in Week 17, who have allowed the second-most points to TEs. Conklin’s 34 yards led the Jets’ receivers, but you have to go back to Week 8 for the last time Conklin scored double-digit fantasy points (25.9 PPR vs. Keep Doubs on the shortlist of sleepers for fantasy football. The Ghost only saw one target in his limited usage (five routes), but Hilton hauled in a 52-yard bomb, keeping the momentum on the Dallas sidelines. With Week 17 of the NFL and fantasy championships set to begin, here are some sleepers to keep in mind when setting your lineups. Baker Mayfield is going to find a job in the offseason, that much I am sure. Hilton as a sleeper this late into the season. Sign up today with code PFN to get a 100% bonus on your initial deposit of up to $100.

NFL.com's Matt Okada breaks down which players you should target on the waiver wire for Week 17 of the 2022 NFL fantasy football season.

Watt](https://www.nfl.com/players/t-j-watt/), [Cameron Heyward](https://www.nfl.com/players/cameron-heyward/) and [Minkah Fitzpatrick](https://www.nfl.com/players/minkah-fitzpatrick/) against [Tyler Huntley](https://www.nfl.com/players/tyler-huntley/) (probably) and the spiraling Ravens? [Chris Olave](https://www.nfl.com/players/chris-olave/) and [Drake London](https://www.nfl.com/players/drake-london/) or the non- [Zach Wilson](https://www.nfl.com/players/zach-wilson/) version of [Garrett Wilson](https://www.nfl.com/players/garrett-wilson/). If [Geno Smith](https://www.nfl.com/players/geno-smith/) is going to throw a couple of TDs (which he does more than any QB in the league), one of them is probably going to Fant. White will return from injury and start against the Seahawks next week (thanks to a depth of incompetence from Unless you have [Patrick Mahomes](https://www.nfl.com/players/patrick-mahomes/), [Joe Burrow](https://www.nfl.com/players/joe-burrow/), [Josh Allen](https://www.nfl.com/players/josh-allen-4/) or [Jalen Hurts](https://www.nfl.com/players/jalen-hurts/) (if he even starts) you should strongly consider dropping your QB for Goff. [Tyler Lockett](https://www.nfl.com/players/tyler-lockett/)), but he did score his third touchdown in the last four weeks. [Daniel Jones](https://www.nfl.com/players/daniel-jones/) headlined this section of the article, and both delivered. [Darius Slayton](https://www.nfl.com/players/darius-slayton/)(ROSTERED: 26%) [Isaiah Hodgins](https://www.nfl.com/players/isaiah-hodgins/)(ROSTERED: 0.2%) [Richie James](https://www.nfl.com/players/richie-james/)(ROSTERED: 0.2%) [Devin Singletary](https://www.nfl.com/players/devin-singletary/), Cook AND [Josh Allen](https://www.nfl.com/players/josh-allen-4/) put up double-digit fantasy points on the ground alone. Week 17 will call Shaheed and the Saints to Philly, a game that will likely have the Saints playing from behind from about the time they land on the tarmac. He also has 54 yards and a score in Week 13 (prior to the Washington bye). [Caleb Huntley](https://www.nfl.com/players/caleb-huntley/) out for the season and 31-year-old veteran [Cordarrelle Patterson](https://www.nfl.com/players/cordarrelle-patterson/) being phased out of the picture, Allgeier appears to be the present and future in Atlanta.

Eric Moody takes a look at some under-rostered players who should be added to fantasy teams ahead of Week 17's NFL action.

[Chuba Hubbard](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4241416/chuba-hubbard), [Carolina Panthers](/nfl/team/_/name/car/carolina-panthers) (26.3%): The Panthers' running game eviscerated the Lions' defense Saturday. [Jonnu Smith](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3054212/jonnu-smith) (1.0%) suffered a head injury in the second half and was unable to return. [Colt McCoy](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/13199/colt-mccoy), [Arizona Cardinals](/nfl/team/_/name/ari/arizona-cardinals) (1.2%): McCoy has a strong chance of starting against the Falcons in Week 17 after McSorley's performance against the Buccaneers. Brown](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4047646/aj-brown) and [DeVonta Smith](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4241478/devonta-smith) and one of the best offensive lines in the league, Minshew was set for success. [Mac Jones](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4241464/mac-jones) (9.7%) finished with 17.5 fantasy points against the Bengals, his second-highest total of the season, and faces a Dolphins defense in Week 17 that has given up the second most fantasy points per game to quarterbacks. [Darius Slayton](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3916945/darius-slayton) (47.6%). [Richie James](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3122899/richie-james), [New York Giants](/nfl/team/_/name/nyg/new-york-giants) (2.3%): James led the Giants in targets (12) and receiving yards (90) against the Dolphins on Saturday. [Chase Claypool](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4046692/chase-claypool) (49.1%) will be the Bears' No. [Jahan Dotson](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4361409/jahan-dotson), [Washington Commanders](/nfl/team/_/name/wsh/washington-commanders) (30.2%): Dotson has six or more targets and scored 16 or more fantasy points in three consecutive games. He's on the flex radar regardless of whether [Taylor Heinicke](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/2565969/taylor-heinicke) or [Carson Wentz](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/2573079/carson-wentz) is under center. [DJ Chark](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/3115394/dj-chark), [Detroit Lions](/nfl/team/_/name/det/detroit-lions) (30.9%): Chark has scored 14 or more fantasy points in three of his past four games and 1.89 fantasy points per target over the past four games. [Michael Gallup](https://www.espn.com/nfl/player/_/id/4036348/michael-gallup), [Dallas Cowboys](/nfl/team/_/name/dal/dallas-cowboys) (55.2%): Gallup has scored 11 or more fantasy points in each of the past three games in which he totaled seven or more targets.

PFF's fantasy football recap focuses on player usage and stats, breaking down all the vital information you need to achieve fantasy success in 2022.

[Carolina Panthers](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/carolina-panthers/5)team that has played relatively well against the run in recent weeks. [Leonard Fournette](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/leonard-fournette/11759) leads the Buccaneers' backfield: Fournette dominated carries and targets from the Buccaneers' backfield despite having a backup role. He was the Broncos' third receiver Sunday, and he remained in that role with [Kendall Hinton](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/kendall-hinton/34045)out with a hamstring injury. [Albert Okwuegbunam](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/albert-okwuegbunam/41933)led the Broncos' tight ends in routes run over the first five weeks of the season before Dulcich was healthy. [Courtland Sutton](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/courtland-sutton/48164)‘s return: Sutton returned to the Broncos after suffering a hamstring injury in Week 13. - Brate’s biggest edge came from 11 personnel on third downs in the past. - Edmonds had played in only two games with Denver prior to the injury. [fantasy football](https://www.pff.com/fantasy) recap focuses on player usage and stats, breaking down all the vital information you need to achieve fantasy success in 2022. - The Rams likely did this in part because of their injuries at wide receiver. - He played 100% of snaps over the Rams' first three drives. - This was the likely reason for his reduction in playing time. They have used that grouping four times in each of the past two weeks.

1. Josh Allen, Buffalo Bills (at CIN) · 2. Patrick Mahomes, Kansas City Chiefs (vs DEN) · 3. Dak Prescott, Dallas Cowboys (at TEN) · 4. Justin Herbert, Los Angeles ...

It's fantasy football championship week for pretty much everyone who doesn't have a death wish. Jake Ciely helps you prioritize your pickups!

[Kevin Harris](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/kevin-harris-q2Gv2QeUK5KtHElX/), NE — [Damien Harris](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/damien-harris-WZMAJS1OKUuaBf4l/)is a free agent. [Kadarius Toney](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/kadarius-toney-BSKlIouLvUAvaGy7/)and [Skyy Moore](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/skyy-moore-H0UViqmc1cfNpilj/), KC — [JuJu Smith-Schuster](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/juju-smith-schuster-ywZaiAVoxbDIL63z/)and [Mecole Hardman](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/mecole-hardman-YKcOdr6O8IJQQST1/)might not return in free agency. [David Bell](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/david-bell-pqfmwmFsJTogqtTN/), CLE — Behind [Amari Cooper](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/amari-cooper-8skQnSg23GLuojrg/)and Donovan Peoples-Jones, but Bell has the talent to push DPJ for the No. [Daniel Bellinger](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/daniel-bellinger-xceBk8g1yWAazwKs/), NYG — Looks to be the [Giants](https://theathletic.com/nfl/team/giants/)answer at tight end and a similar option for Daboll like [Dawson Knox](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/dawson-knox-FE6Y1HgdRshAoBXt/)is in Buffalo. [Jelani Woods](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/jelani-woods-Wk0WpR5JDE4YFqtN/), IND — Athletic matchup problem. [Jordan Love](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/jordan-love-hKoINpSJMsyZAYt3/), GB — [Aaron Rodgers](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/aaron-rodgers-jcxErAcw3SOmBLdo/)is always a threat to retire. [Romeo Doubs](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/romeo-doubs-KWxtPO2MBzNEMVsz/), GB — Doubs is here if [Christian Watson](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/christian-watson-e1FPMonfjkFEZUw2/)is out, as the [Packers](https://theathletic.com/nfl/team/packers/)keep their playoff hopes alive and get the [Vikings](https://theathletic.com/nfl/team/vikings/). [Demarcus Robinson](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/demarcus-robinson-D5LN8pI6wfsQ6j64/), BAL — If [Lamar Jackson](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/lamar-jackson-CN1mSwkLEcXHApTP/)returns, Robinson is a solid WR4, and if not, he’s a boom/bust WR4/5. [Gary Brightwell](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/gary-brightwell-uXdDOrXbNvPVZ1hP/), NYG — Win and clinch a spot, thereby possibly resting starters, including [Saquon Barkley](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/saquon-barkley-NJxDrUdY0dwJPjnk/). [Ronald Jones](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/ronald-jones-At0rNy3EVsBa0o1d/), KC — The [Bills](https://theathletic.com/nfl/team/bills/)could secure the No. [Brandin Cooks](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/brandin-cooks-zayEeCuBqVNweSqF/), HOU — Bit surprising to see Cooks return this year, but he’s back, the No. [Zamir White](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/zamir-white-FCgpJDRww5zwHjAU/), LV — [Josh Jacobs](https://theathletic.com/nfl/player/josh-jacobs-0peZjGZnNj4BFDtc/)is a free agent, so the [Raiders](https://theathletic.com/nfl/team/raiders/)might evaluate White’s potential to be their new lead.

Our write-ups of the Gameweek 17 action begin with the Fantasy Premier League (FPL) talking points from Arsenal v West Ham United, Aston Villa v Liverpool ...

He has been trying in the last few games and has the capacity to score. Here, they cruised to victory on the south coast, yet owners of Leandro Trossard (£7.1m) were left underwhelmed. He showed his strength, quality and timing, the composure of the finish. what I really love and it’s so special that in the third goal, I think pretty much everybody here, if you’re ever in a situation like that, after the game he had where he just missed the last little touch to score a goal, we all would have just hammered the ball and try to force it. We’ve only kept one clean sheet all season and that’s something we have got to change.” – Nathan Jones He also has the best NPxGI tally among fellow Gunners’ midfielders, with a further six shots and five chances created in Gameweek 17. We have to make sure we have a foothold in the game and at the minute we’re not giving ourselves a chance. And he passed the ball to Stefan, so we can score the third goal, that makes him really special, the work-rate he put in, the spaces, the depth he creates for us. “Different things, of course it is like this, you are a human being and it doesn’t go easy that he can now close his eyes, hit the ball, and have it go in. However, in Robertson’s case, it’s worth noting he’s consistently delivering points despite the lack of clean sheets. However, through a combination of wrong calls and poor finishing, departed the pitch on 87 minutes with just two points. There are so many other things that are much more important, because in the end you look back [and] you cannot imagine how [many] big chances they missed in the beginning when I work with them, you just have to stay calm.

PFF's Ian Hartitz details the biggest fantasy football "sheeshes" of NFL Week 16, including nullified touchdowns, missed big plays and much more.

[New England Patriots](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/new-england-patriots/19/roster) played with fire by leaving Chase relatively alone on the left sideline early in the second quarter of their Week 16 loss to the Bengals. A smooth double move got Chase plenty of separation deep, but [Joe Burrow](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/joe-burrow/28022)’s perfectly thrown deep ball bounced off his chest and fell incomplete. The fact that Patriots CB [Jonathan Jones](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/jonathan-jones/11217) fell down shortly after the drop sure makes it seem plausible that the electric second-year receiver would have waltzed into the end zone for the 59-yard score with a catch. This hasn’t exactly turned out to be a season to remember for Browns faithful. 44), yards per attempt (5.7, No. 43), adjusted completion rate (73.2%, No. [Cincinnati Bengals](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/cincinnati-bengals/7/roster) WR [Ja’Marr Chase](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/jamarr-chase/84270) drops what sure looked like a 59-yard touchdown 38 among 44 qualified quarterbacks), passer rating (69.3, No. [Cleveland Browns](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/cleveland-browns/8) QB [Deshaun Watson](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/deshaun-watson/11767) [Cincinnati Bengals](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/cincinnati-bengals/7/roster)WR [Ja’Marr Chase](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/jamarr-chase/84270)dropped what sure looked to be a walk-in 59-yard score had he held on. PFF passing grade (59.3, No. [Cleveland Browns](https://www.pff.com/nfl/teams/cleveland-browns/8)QB [Deshaun Watson](https://www.pff.com/nfl/players/deshaun-watson/11767)had not one, not two, but three potential touchdowns flat-out dropped by his pass-catchers in Week 16.

NFL Week 17 waiver wire cheat sheet for your fantasy football championship matchup.

BONUS: D/ST Giants (ESPN: 13%; Yahoo: 11%): The Colts are the only team allowing double-digit fantasy points to opposing defenses this season. BONUS: D/ST Chargers (ESPN: 22%; Yahoo: 35%): The Bolts have been the third-highest scoring defense in fantasy since Week 13. BONUS: RB Tyler Allgeier, Falcons (ESPN: 39%; Yahoo: 49%): The rookie appears to be getting stronger as the year goes on. BONUS: WR Greg Dortch, Cardinals (ESPN: 3%; Yahoo: 2%): Dortch’s last two games have produced at least nine receptions, 10 targets and 98 yards as Arizona’s primary slot receiver with Rondale Moore sidelined. His 355 yards and three TDs (two passing and one rushing) were good enough to make him the overall QB5 for Week 16. WR Romeo Doubs, Packers (ESPN: 15%; Yahoo: 17%): Christian Watson suffered a hip injury against the Dolphins and could be out or limited against the Vikings this week.

We take a look at the best streamers at defense/special teams with favorable matchups as you set your Week 17 fantasy football lineups.

[Indianapolis Colts](https://www.stampedeblue.com/) [New York Giants](https://www.bigblueview.com/) D/ST vs. [Denver Broncos](https://www.milehighreport.com) After dominating the Commanders the week prior, the Giants D/ST took a step back against the Vikings this past Saturday. However, the team has been getting to the quarterback often over the last month, coming away with a combined 16 sacks over its past four games. The Chiefs D/ST have been a solid fantasy unit all season, averaging 6.1 fantasy points per game.